Dec 23rd, 2008 · Long ago, it was considered revolutionary to have a copy of the Bible written in the common language of the people. The world's leading Bible publisher is taking that idea further. Representatives of the publisher are travelling across the country in a big bus, inviting people to help write a new edition of the Bible, one verse at a time.
Dec 16th, 2008 · In 1896, a small copper box filled with items of the day was placed in the foundation of a church in Novato, Calif. The box was opened Monday. Its damp contents included newspapers and a Bible.
Dec 15th, 2008 · Religious leaders often cite scripture as the basis for their opposition to gay marriage. But Lisa Miller, religion editor at Newsweek, believes the Bible's models of marriage are flawed, and its lessons about love actually argue for gay marriage.
Dec 9th, 2008 · Used car dealer Shawn Byrne tried to get JN36TN —a reference to John 3:16 — as a personalized license plate. His request was rejected by the state of the Vermont which has a no religion policy for vanity plates. Now it's up to a federal judge to decide if that rule is a violation of the First Amendment.
Dec 9th, 2008 · In her new book, Patti Webster explores humorous stories from the Bible, as well as jokes in the Christian tradition. Besides being an author, Webster is the CEO of a public relations firm that represents artists like Ludacris, OutKast and Patti LaBelle. She talks about her book, It Happened in Church.
Dec 4th, 2008 · The Bible has gotten a makeover: Two new editions target a young — even secular — audience. One is a slick, illustrated version of the New Testament; the other is an environmentally-friendly edition that takes advantage of the popularity of the green movement.
Nov 6th, 2008 · The longtime journalist plans to leave the nightly news anchor chair later this year to become a part-time pundit. Hume says he wants to devote more time to golf, grandchildren and Bible study — and that he's tired of the partisan sniping in Washington.
Oct 6th, 2008 · In an effort to reconnect with his Jewish faith, Georgia-native Benyamin Cohen explored the Christianity across the "Bible Belt" of America. He documented his experiences in My Jesus Year: A Rabbi's Son Wanders the Bible Belt in Search of His Own Faith.