Reconciling Suffering and FaithBecca RoseOne of the most common questions I am asked is: “How do I reconcile the belief in God with all the tragedy…
The Importance of Grieving OpenlyBecca RoseI never really knew how to handle sadness. It could be this American thing we do, where we bring casseroles over to…
Does God Want You To Be Happy?Becca RoseWhen I was growing up in the fundamentalist Christian church, I thought God was a big scary white dude in the sky…
Coexist: When Your Friends Have Different BeliefsBecca RoseIn high school, I had a friend who happened to be Hindu. I was a staunch right-wing Christian at the time. We…
Divine Pain: When Church HurtsBecca RoseAs I’ve been going through the process of changing from a teenager in the chrysalis of angst into a big beautiful butterfly of an…
What Do Religious Rituals Mean to You?Becca RoseI was baptized last week. I don’t know what you think of when you hear baptism referenced. Maybe of a naked baby…
Why Christians Should Stop Opposing Gay MarriageBecca RoseI was in a friend’s wedding last weekend. It was so beautiful and joyous. We danced under white Christmas lights and my…
How Has Your Faith Evolved?Becca RoseHello, Gigglers! Welcome to Faith Forays. This is a place where I will both talk about the events of today’s world through…
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