Why escapism is actually theological genius

All nativity scenes are political*
The Christian Century: The anti-ICE and “Christ in the rubble” nativity scenes are also theologically profound — and fully in keeping with the best Christmas traditions.

The Christian nationalist worldview behind America’s new security posture
Religion News Service: The National Security Strategy summons familiar fears that secularism and multiculturalism threaten a divinely inspired social order.

We need more ‘heaven-talk’*
Sojourners: Why escapism is actually theological genius.

Austrian nuns await word from the Vatican on whether they can stay in their convent
NPR: In a statement released on Wednesday afternoon, Sisters Rita, Regina and Bernadette said they were responding to a request from the Vatican to “spend Advent and Christmas in inner peace and reflection.”

New York moves toward legalizing doctor-assisted suicide
Religion Unplugged: New York state is on track to legalize physician assisted suicide for adults in early 2026, joining 12 other states and Washington D.C. that allow such intervention.