Tag: Senate
John Unger is simultaneously the pastor for three churches of three different mainline Protestant denominations, and a state senator in West Virginia. “I’ll tell you that I can’t do it, not alone,” says Unger. “I recognize my limitations, but I believe that with God all things are possible.” More
An interfaith coalition is launching a prayer and fasting campaign to protect federal funding for programs that help the poor. More
Senate Democrats invited religion reporters to Capitol Hill to talk about outreach to communities of faith, the role of values in governing, and religious involvement in domestic and foreign policy issues. More
Read three recent prayers written by U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black: PRAYER FOR THE SENATE June 18, 2007 Eternal and dependable Creator of the universe, we acknowledge you as the giver of every good and perfect gift. You are our … More
BOB ABERNETHY: Almost every year, the Gallup Poll asks people whether they think religion as a whole is increasing its influence on American life or losing its influence. The most recent numbers, last June, showed 37 percent saying religious … More