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education1 month ago•2 min saved

Texas to Add Bible Passages to Public School Reading Curriculum

Texas' State Board of Education approved new social studies standards by a 9-5 vote to require Bible passages in public school reading for elementary and middle grades, phased in from 2030-31. Supporters say it acknowledges the Bible’s historical influence on American culture, while opponents warn it risks crossing the line into religious instruction and could marginalize other faiths. The move is part of broader GOP efforts to expand Christianity in schools and raises questions about teaching religion in a secular context and how teachers will implement it for diverse students.

via Salon.com|

#bible #curriculum #education

education1 month ago•3 min saved

Texas to require Bible readings in public schools by 2030, sparking debate

Texas’ State Board of Education approved a plan to make Bible stories mandatory reading for all public school students by 2030, adding biblical passages alongside literature by Dickens and Shakespeare; supporters say it anchors students in Judeo-Christian heritage, while critics warn it infringes on religious freedom, risks marginalizing other faiths, and could limit teacher autonomy in classrooms.

via BBC|

#bible #curriculum #diversity

public-education2 months ago•19 min saved

Texas Board of Education mulls Bible-centered overhaul of social studies and reading lists

Texas’s State Board of Education is weighing two major changes: a rewrite of social studies standards that reduces world history beyond Europe and increases emphasis on Texas and the United States, and a reading list requiring Bible stories in public schools for students from age six to graduation. If approved, the changes would take effect in the 2030-31 school year. Supporters view the move as restoring traditional American foundations, while opponents warn it downplays racial, ethnic and religious diversity and could introduce factual errors; the board’s nine advisers are largely tied to conservative activism. A preliminary vote is scheduled this week, with a final vote expected Friday.

via The Texas Tribune|

#bible #note-extra-tag-not-allowed #public-education

sports2 months ago•6 min saved

Giants Face MLB Warning Over Bible Verse Hats on Pride Night

Major League Baseball warned San Francisco Giants players after they wore hats with Bible verses during Pride Night, saying the messages violated league rules. Giants pitcher Landen Roupp and teammates framed the verses as expressions of faith and freedom, while critics and observers debate the role of personal belief and political gestures in sports. The Giants’ manager said there was no discussion of the issue with the players.

via Fox News|

#baseball #bible #mlb

opinion4 months ago•54 min saved

Trump’s Bible-Reading Verse Sparks Christian-Nationalist Narrative

A Religion News Service opinion column argues that Trump’s selection of 2 Chronicles 7:14 for the 'America Reads the Bible' project is a deliberate move to align him with Christian nationalist aims, highlighting how the verse has been used to promote a 'God and country' agenda, while noting Trump’s sparse church attendance undermines claims of national revival.

via Religion News Service|

#2-chronicles-7-14 #america-reads-the-bible #bible

politics4 months ago•6 min saved

Trump Joins GOP Faith Leaders in National Bible-Reading Marathon

President Donald Trump is participating in a livestreamed “America Reads the Bible” marathon with fellow Republicans and evangelical supporters, reading a passage from 2 Chronicles in the Oval Office as part of the America 250 celebration. The event, organized by Christians Engaged, is meant to emphasize a spiritual foundation for the country, but critics say it props up a partisan Christian nationalist narrative. Other participants include Cabinet members and evangelical figures, with a May National Jubilee of Prayer on the National Mall as a related climax; Democrats were invited but did not participate, underscoring tensions over blending faith with politics.

via PBS|

#america250 #bible #christian-nationalism

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Delivers Bible Reading From the Oval Office in Faith-Driven Message

Trump released a video of himself reading 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 from the White House Oval Office during an event called America Reads the Bible, organized by evangelical groups; the appearance comes amid recent clashes with the Pope and backlash over an AI-generated image depicting him as Jesus, highlighting his effort to center Christianity in his political messaging while evangelical supporters remain a key bloc ahead of the 2026 midterms.

via The Guardian|

#bible #evangelical #oval-office

politics4 months ago•175 min saved

Trump to Read Bible Verse From Oval Office Amid Pope Feud and AI Image Controversy

President Trump is set to read Scripture via video from the Oval Office on April 21 during the “America Reads The Bible” event, choosing 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 (verse 14). The move comes as he has tangled with Pope Leo over Iran policy and after deleting an AI-generated image depicting him as Jesus, highlighting the administration’s ongoing intertwining of religious language with official duties. Several aides are expected to participate, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, underscoring the broader push to blend faith and government narrative.

via CNN|

#ai-image #bible #oval-office

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

White House marks 250 years of the Bible in America with nationwide reading initiative

The White House releases a presidential message commemorating 250 years of the Bible in America and announces the America Reads the Bible public-reading initiative, inviting about 500 participants to read the Bible aloud across the nation to highlight the Bible’s influence on the founding, governance, and civic life, and to call for renewed faith and unity under God.

via The White House (.gov)|

#america #america-reads-the-bible #bible

politics4 months ago•5 min saved

Trump to Read Old Testament Verse at Bible Museum Amid Christian Backlash

President Donald Trump will record and air a roughly two-and-a-half-minute reading of 2 Chronicles 7:14 as part of an 84-hour, eight-day Bible celebration at the Museum of the Bible, signaling a public display of religiosity days after a post that angered many Christians; the event features hundreds of readers and aims to unite leaders and citizens in reflection.

via Politico|

#bible #christianity #museum-of-the-bible

religion7 months ago•4 min saved

Support for the Visually Impaired

The article discusses how Jehovah's Witnesses support and provide resources for people who are blind or have low vision, emphasizing God's care and the biblical hope for the future where the blind will see. They offer accessible Bible publications in braille, large print, and audio, along with inclusive meetings and community support, demonstrating compassion and respect for individuals with visual impairments.

via JW.ORG|

#accessible-resources #bible #blindness

religion10 months ago•3 min saved

GAFCON Leads New Era in Anglican Communion Divisions

GAFCON has declared a reordering of the Anglican Communion, emphasizing adherence to the Bible as the sole foundation and rejecting the authority of the Archbishop of Canterbury and other traditional instruments of communion, asserting that they are now leading the global Anglican community based on their interpretation of scripture.

via Anglican Ink|

#anglican-communion #bible #church-authority

education1 year ago•1 min saved

Texas Schools to Offer Optional Bible-Based Curriculum for K-5

The Texas State Board of Education has approved a Bible-infused curriculum for kindergarten through fifth grade, offering extra funding to schools that adopt it. The decision, passed by a narrow 8-7 vote, is part of a broader Republican effort to integrate Christian teachings into public education. Critics argue it violates the separation of church and state. The curriculum, which includes lessons from Genesis, Psalms, and the New Testament, will be available from August 2025, with schools receiving $40 per student for adopting it. Similar initiatives are underway in other Republican-led states.

via BBC.com|

#bible #curriculum #education

education1 year ago•6 min saved

Texas Schools to Offer Optional Bible Curriculum for K-5

The Texas school board has approved an optional K-5 curriculum that incorporates Bible stories, sparking controversy over religious freedom and the separation of church and state. The curriculum, developed by the Texas Education Agency, is criticized for favoring Christianity and potentially violating the First Amendment. While not mandatory, schools adopting it can receive financial incentives. Critics argue that religious education should be the responsibility of parents, not public schools, and that the curriculum's focus on Christianity excludes other faiths.

via CNN|

#bible #curriculum #education

education1 year ago•3 min saved

Texas Approves Optional Bible Curriculum for Elementary Schools

The Texas State Board of Education has approved an optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools, offering additional funding to those that adopt it. This move aligns with efforts in other Republican-led states to integrate religion into public education. While supporters argue that the Bible is integral to American history and culture, critics warn it may alienate students of other faiths and potentially violate the First Amendment. The curriculum, which emphasizes Christianity, could be implemented as early as next school year.

via KXAN.com|

#bible #curriculum #education