Faith, Media and Culture

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media:   The torch is passed. Maya Rockeymore Cummings is challenging incumbent Kweisi Mfume for the Baltimore congressional seat that was held by her late husband civil rights icon Elijah Cummings from 1996 until his death last October. I just had the opportunity to put forth…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: This pandemic is providing all of us with some cosmic lessons about what’s really important. Here are three well-known guys of notable accomplishment sharing their experiences and insights. 1. Fox News anchor Ed Henry writes about the experience of donating part of his live to…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: Two networks and a virus. In the roughly three weeks Fox News has been branding, tagging, and collating its America Together content across linear and digital platforms, the network has featured almost 500 separate stories of sacrifice and selflessness during this virus pandemic (371 across…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: Help for the greatest American heroes. John Tesh, Connie Sellecca and Gib Gerard, the hosts of the popular nationally-syndicated radio shows Intelligence for Your Life and Intelligence for Your Health, will broadcast a live 6-hour Facebook fundraiser to benefit the nation’s healthcare workers. The event…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: Mass appeal. FOX News Channel (FNC) will present extensive live programming on Easter Sunday entitled, “America Together: Keeping the Faith,” in celebration of the religious holy week on Sunday, April 12, as the nation grapples with the coronavirus pandemic. Coverage across the channel will encompass…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: A dozen thoughts from America’s COVID-19 capital, New York State. Thought 1. I like everyone hope and pray this thing ends quickly with as little death and suffering as possible. Thought 2. I think our Republican president and our Democratic governor are doing their best…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: I believe in music. It’s one of God’s greatest gifts for lifting the spirit and expressing positive ideas. Here are five expressions of musical wisdom that I think are apt during this weird period of social distancing. If there’s a silver lining here, it’s in…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: Last Sunday Ben Affleck attended the non-denominational Mosaic church in Hollywood. Afterward he sat down for an absolutely excellent interview with nationally renowned and well-respected Senior Pastor Erwin McManus. In the far-reaching conversation, they touch on matters of faith, doubt, failure, forgiveness, relationships, sobriety and…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: To Sir with Love meets Northern Exposure. That plot from one of my all-time favorite films mixed with a dash of a classic TV show sort of describes the plot to The Grizzlies (opening wide in theaters next month). Except The Grizzlies is based on…

Here’s the latest from the crossroads of faith and media: Gary Sinise talks about his role in I Still Believe set to be released in theaters nationwide Friday, March 13. The answer is “redemption, hope, and second chances.”  Question: What are three things the world could use a lot more of?  In The Way Back…

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