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Christian strategy group convenes for Memorial Day

Christian strategy group convenes for Memorial Day

Update: C-SPAN Video Bringing with it a suitably euphemistic and presumptive title, the American Religious Freedom Program (ARFP) has brought together Christian leaders intent on enshrining special privileges for Christianity in US law and government. While inviting complicit Jewish leaders and … Continue reading

Atheists at West Point band together despite religious culture

Atheists at West Point band together despite religious culture

The West Point Secular Student Alliance (SSA), including more than 40 prospective members, are seeking official recognition from Academy officials. The Academy claims lack of funding for cadet clubs and is currently reviewing over 100 cadet clubs to find room … Continue reading

MAAF Network Update

MAAF Network Update

Local Groups continue to meet around the world. A new group at Eglin-Hurlburt AFB is hoping to attract members in the Pensacola area. There are also several individuals who have stepped up as Lay Leaders and Local Points of Contact, including at … Continue reading

Rep. Akin’s office joins evangelical leaders to fight DADT repeal

Rep. Akin’s office joins evangelical leaders to fight DADT repeal

A recent email from the office of Representative Todd Akin (R-MO) office lays out plans for the next battle in the implementation of the Repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. A House Armed Services Committee session on May 8th will … Continue reading

Playing Favorites: What beliefs should chaplains support?

Playing Favorites: What beliefs should chaplains support?

Today’s chaplaincy has been assigned care and counseling, free exercise, and establishment clause responsibilities far outside their faith-based roots.[1 – do not click, see numbered footnotes below] The military chaplaincy, and to some extent the civilian chaplaincy, is faced with … Continue reading