Matt Recla
@mrecla88.bsky.social
Ph.D in Religious Studies (see my book Rethinking Christian Martyrdom), long-time weightlifter (keeps me sane), lover of the Manhattan (cocktail), vinyl collector (and stoner rock aficionado).
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The United States Constitution currently secures protections for Americans whatever their race, religion and ethnicity. But not gender.
Why Christians should demand the establishment of the ERA now
(RNS) — Safety and dignity are fundamental to Christianity, and Christians must answer the call.
religionnews.com
December 16, 2024 at 12:10 AM
The United States Constitution currently secures protections for Americans whatever their race, religion and ethnicity. But not gender.
Reposted by Matt Recla
Christian nationalists love to pretend that their religion is under attack in America, but here's what real religious persecution looks like.
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/l...
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/l...
Satanic holiday celebration at the State Capitol allegedly 'forcibly canceled' by state
The Satanic Temple of Iowa was supposed to have a holiday event at the Iowa State Capitol on Saturday, but the event request was denied by Iowa DAS.
www.desmoinesregister.com
December 15, 2024 at 1:05 PM
Christian nationalists love to pretend that their religion is under attack in America, but here's what real religious persecution looks like.
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/l...
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/l...
Can you tell it’s the end of the semester? Beach Fossils’ Bunny. The high is a little spacier, but just as groovy. #vinyl #NowSpinning
December 10, 2024 at 3:39 AM
Can you tell it’s the end of the semester? Beach Fossils’ Bunny. The high is a little spacier, but just as groovy. #vinyl #NowSpinning
Reposted by Matt Recla
In 1972, 5% of the sample claimed no religious affiliation.
By 1991, it had risen just a single percentage point.
By 1996, it was in the double digits.
By 2014, it was above 20%.
In 2021, it hit an all-time high of 28%.
By 1991, it had risen just a single percentage point.
By 1996, it was in the double digits.
By 2014, it was above 20%.
In 2021, it hit an all-time high of 28%.
December 8, 2024 at 10:57 PM
In 1972, 5% of the sample claimed no religious affiliation.
By 1991, it had risen just a single percentage point.
By 1996, it was in the double digits.
By 2014, it was above 20%.
In 2021, it hit an all-time high of 28%.
By 1991, it had risen just a single percentage point.
By 1996, it was in the double digits.
By 2014, it was above 20%.
In 2021, it hit an all-time high of 28%.
Reposted by Matt Recla
Second round. Talker by Wilderado. This album is killer. Wish your life was getting a mellow high and being vulnerable? Experience it here. #vinyl #NowSpinning
December 8, 2024 at 3:46 AM
Second round. Talker by Wilderado. This album is killer. Wish your life was getting a mellow high and being vulnerable? Experience it here. #vinyl #NowSpinning
Aghori Mhori Mei - New "old school" Smashing Pumpkins #Vinyl #NowSpinning
December 7, 2024 at 10:42 PM
Aghori Mhori Mei - New "old school" Smashing Pumpkins #Vinyl #NowSpinning