Yesterday’s discussion of M*A*S*H in this space got me thinking about the character of Father Mulcahy which led me wonder about how many shows actually featured priests in lead or prominent supporting roles. Are you following my stream consciousness here? So, I did me some research. Here’s the list: Going My Way (ABC, 1962-1963) –…

My blog yesterday on the Experian Simmons marketing study which showed a higher overall popularity of TV shows that appeal to conservative and Republicans as compared to those that are more popular with liberals and Democrats drew a couple of interesting comments. Kenneth wrote: I would argue that successful TV shows and movies have little…

Welcome to your daily report and commentary from the intersection of Faith & Media.Christians targeted for violence in Iraq. Where is the U.S. government and media?      Reza Aslan writing for the Daily Beast: Iraq’s 2,000-year-old Christian community is on the brink of extinction, its members targeted by al Qaeda attacks and fleeing abroad.…

Welcome to your daily report and commentary from the intersection of Faith & Media.Pope Benedict speaks out against using God to justify violence. “All religions should encourage the correct use of reason and promote ethical values to build civil coexistence,” Benedict said. “Religions can never justify intolerance and war.” Story. Amen. False equivalence between the…

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