Trump, Faith-Based Partnerships, and Public Life
On Friday, February 7th, President Trump signed an Executive Order formally re-establishing a White House office for faith-based initiatives. Announced at the National Prayer Breakfast, this office was framed as […]
President Trump’s New White House Faith Office: Change and Continuity
As announced at the National Prayer Breakfast on February 6, President Trump has established a White House Faith Office, headed by Pastor Paula White, his long-time religious advisor who served […]
Summit on Post-Election Trends for Faith-Based Organizations
Keynote Address by Stanley Carlson-Thies, January 13, 2025. Recordings of the summit, including this keynote address, can be found here. “More faith, more flourishing” This title is inspired by the […]
Religious Freedom: A Sacred Foundation for Faith-Based Action
Religious freedom is often focused on during moments of conflict, such as when individuals or organizations must defend their beliefs against governmental or societal pressure. Whether it’s a conscientious objector […]
Seeking Shalom in a Parking Lot: Reimagining Urban Spaces for People and the Planet
When Joni Mitchell sang “They paved paradise, and put up a parking lot,” she was calling out big corporations and capitalist greed. But her words also speak to other problems […]