Tag: TEXAS FAITH

Texas Faith: Why isn’t the West getting any better at handling religious conflict? Or are we?

In the United States, we reluctantly upgraded the Mormon faith from a cult to a Christian religious denomination. Thanks to Mitt Romney for being the catalyst. The Shia and Sunni… Read more »

Texas faith: What relevance does Pope Francis have beyond the Catholic Church?

Is Pope Francis relevant? Thanks to Pope Francis for emphasizing, as the Washington Post said, “A Gospel teaching that may become the touchstone of his papacy: mercy.” These are the… Read more »

Texas faith: Is it more important to do the right thing or to have the right beliefs?

One of the joys of being a pluralist is to play Mr. Spock, and I would conclude, “Religion is a system of beliefs and rituals designed to bring tranquility to… Read more »

Texas Faith: Do the political comebacks of scandal-marred politicians mean we’re forgiving or indifferent?

SHOULD MORALITY BE A FACTOR IN QUALIFYING A POLITICAL CANDIDATE? Indeed we have become more tolerant and indifferent towards the morality of the elected officials; it appears that is not… Read more »