There is really only one 'lesson' I've learned in the penitential season.

We suspect that penitence is usually done best when one joins in a community.

C.S. Lewis College plans for former Moody campus in Mass. die. Now Green family is giving the site away.

The Rosewood Initiative, a merging of churches, police, and nonprofits in Portland, is finding their own peace by seeking their neighbors'.

More religious groups are spending more money on political lobbying than ever before.

We could work harder to prevent unfortunate photo-ops.

Johnnie Moore mentors students at Jerry Falwell's university.

Two "had a pattern of overstepping their authority," church says.

The effort to tarnish religious freedom concerns as sexism is clever but wrong.

Economists rate impact.

A beautiful, wondrous film centered on a well-crafted character and authentic relationships.

In a city still skeptical of white Christianity, Twiss's cross-cultural witness is gaining a hearing among citizens and leaders alike.

A law prohibiting convicted sex offenders from living near a public-school bus stop created complications for one ministry.

With laser-like precision, Schaeffer hit on the fundamental issue of our day.

Craig Bartholomew says staying in one place is key to our spiritual and community health.

Pacific Islanders relearn God’s care as rising sea levels threaten the future.

Celebrating Valentine's Day in the spirit of the Song of Solomon

The Prodigal's coming-home gala was for both sons.

It's nice to feel the love of a Grammy nod, but it's hard to keep it in perspective.

Recent stats on atheism, celebrities, and denominations.

The burden to cover contraception shifts to the insurance companies, but an earlier exemption for religious groups will not change.

The government is by far the best institution to raise the poor's standard of living. The church does something more important for them.

A sweet love story with its heart in the right place but a somewhat misleading title.

Readers respond to the December issue.

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Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney looks to shine in GOP debate as polls have him and Rick Santorum dead even in Michigan, Romney's home turf and a critical must-win for the front-runner.

Super PACs Target Romney With New Ads

VIDEO: Pressure on Mitt to Win Michigan

Alternative Nominating Contest Online

Romney Donors Start Tapping Out as Race Moves On

Gingrich Plans 30-Minute TV Pitch on Gas Prices, Economy

Father-in-law of Susan Powell named person of interest in disappearance, after husband, kids die in explosion

LIVE CHAT: On the Hunt

Iranian court issues verdict, sources say, as Muslim-turned-Christian pastor could be killed without warning

UN Nuclear Agency Reports Failed Talks With Iran

VIDEO: No Waiting to Act on Threats, Iran Says

Widow says poison killed 'Amazing Race' facilitator Jeff Rice in Uganda, while police suspect cocaine overdose

Report of Cocaine Found in Stomach of Reality Show Producer Raises Suspicions, Medical Experts Say

Administration plan would give breaks to manufacturers, new energy; hike rates for oil companies, firms abroad

Report: Spike in Earmarks to Democratic Lawmakers During Controversial Votes