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Exchange Of Uoc-Mp Priests For Prisoners Of War In The Context Of National Security And Religious Relations, Liudmyla Shtanko, Igor Makarenko

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

The exchange of UOC-MP priests for prisoners of war is a complex and multifaceted issue encompassing political, humanitarian, and religious dimensions, which have become particularly relevant in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine. On the one hand, the exchange of priests can be viewed as a humanitarian act aimed at liberating captured soldiers; on the other hand, it serves as a political maneuver that provokes conflicting sentiments among citizens and religious communities. Considering the situation with prisoners of war, Ukraine sought effective methods to secure the return of its citizens, including through the mechanism of exchanging UOC-MP priests. Although …

Humans Are Far Dearer Than Gold, Richard Gorban

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

The author of the article proves that the genocidal war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine is aimed at the total destruction of both the Ukrainian nation and its culture, based on the methodological principle of actualizing biblical texts in the current circumstances and by selecting elements from the exhaustiveness of the content of the Book of Isaiah, the Prophet, which are able to reveal the ontological foundations of this war. It is the clash between the two incompatible experiences of existence: the existence of a human community in peace and that of a community in war. Ukraine has become …

Volume Cxliv, Number 15, February 28, 2025, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

No abstract provided.

Reflection Of World Views In The Speech Discourse Of Fishermen Community, Akhmad Dzukaul Fuad, Anang Santoso, Yuni Pratiwi, Roekhan Roekhan, Sainee Tamphu

Bahasa dan Seni: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, Seni, dan Pengajarannya

Language reflects the logical structure of reality and shapes how speakers perceive themselves and their surroundings. Language relativity reinforces the connection between language and cultural behavior. This study examines the worldview of the Puger fishermen community, a speech community within Jember Pandhalungan culture, through their language use and discourse patterns. Their linguistic repertoire, shaped by coastal life in south Jember, East Java, influences their speech behavior. Using ethnographic communication methods, this study classifies and analyzes their speech discourse based on six worldview elements. Each discourse conveys meaning that defines their identity and perceptions of outsiders. Puger fishermen see themselves as …

How Parents Participate In The Christian Education And Spiritual Formation Of Their Children: A Case Study Of Hybrid Schooling, Shannon O'Hearn Downing

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine how parents participate in the Christian education and spiritual formation of their children who are enrolled in a classical Christian, hybrid-model school in the DC Metro Region. The theory that guided this case study was Christopher Watkin’s biblical critical theory, as it provides the proper framework for interpreting how parents enculturate their children in the Christian belief system of the family. The central research question was, “How do parents participate in the Christian education and spiritual formation of their children who are enrolled in a classical Christian, hybrid-model school in …

Celtic Pagan Influence In The Early Irish Church: The Conversion Of Ulster, Cassidy M. Mcnally

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This dissertation explores the influence of Celtic Pagan traditions on the early Irish Church in Ulster, from the introduction of Christianity in the late fourth century to the Viking invasions of the twelfth century. By integrating historical texts, archaeological findings, and comparative religious studies, it investigates how pre-Christian beliefs and rituals were assimilated into early Christian practices. The study begins by examining the arrival of Christianity in Ulster, highlighting how Celtic Paganism, characterized by its pantheon, nature worship, and druidic traditions, shaped the Christian framework. It delves into how early Christian leaders, such St. Patrick and St. Brigid, navigated these …

Holy Water, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a review of the short film, Holy Water (2024), directed by Claire Barnett.

Banr, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Banr (2025), directed by Erica Xia-Hou.

Volume Cxliv, Number 14, February 21, 2025, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

No abstract provided.

Sexism In African And African-American Pentecostalism: A Black Liberation Perspective, Evelyn G. Okeke

Doctor of Ministry

This dissertation explores the scourge of sexism in African and African-American Pentecostalism within the context of a critique of Black Liberation Theology, including the many challenges the intersection of race, gender, and class poses for Black clergywomen seeking leadership roles in the Pentecostal church, their courageous attempts to tackle this problem, and the extent to which sexism has permeated the Pentecostal Church and contributed to the marginalization of Black clergywomen in that community. The broad issue is whether women qua human beings can represent Christ, to which question this study answered yes.

Sexism has harmed Black clergywomen in multiple ways, …

The Politics Of U.S. Religious Freedom And The War On Gaza, Elizabeth Shakman Hurd Phd

Department of Religion Events

It is not possible to understand what is happening in Gaza, or in the US, without understanding the religious politics of American support for Israel. This lecture delves into the swirling mixture of religion, history, and politics that shape relations between these two states. The structure of that relationship also shapes what it means to be religiously free in the US today. Whose religion is free? And whose is defined as heresy, terrorism, or anti-Americanism? At a moment in which US-Israeli relations have come under unprecedented strain and scrutiny, it is helpful to approach this relationship from outside the demands …

2025 Sundance Film Festival Introduction, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

Introduction to our coverage of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival

Dj Ahmet, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of DJ Ahmet (2025), directed by Georgi M. Unkovski.

Atropia, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Atropia (2025), directed by Hailey Gates.

Where The Wind Comes From, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Where the Wind Comes From (2025), directed by Amel Guellaty.

Transnational Revolutionaries: Social And Political Forces Of Change In The Modern Era, Julia Baldowski, Annabel Payamps

Chronicles: Journal Of History

No abstract provided.

The Role Of Religious Associations Of Ukraine In The Development Of Civil Society, Oleh Sokolovskyi

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

In Ukraine, over the years of independence, a diverse religious environment has formed based on the legislatively guaranteed right to freedom of conscience and religion and the principle of religious pluralism. This environment consists not only of individual religious organizations but also of interfaith institutions, which play a significant role in Ukraine's development and contribute to resolving important societal issues. Their existence is compelling evidence of the church's strengthened position, the growing social role of religion, and the increased activity of religious organizations within Ukrainian society. Interfaith councils, which engage in a broad range of interests and activities, have facilitated …

The Alabama Solution, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of The Alabama Solution (2025), directed by Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman.

Magic Farm, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Magic Farm (2024), directed by Amalia Ulman.

Opus, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Opus (2024), directed by Mark Anthony Green.

Rebuilding, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Rebuilding (2025), directed by Max Walker-Silverman.

Sorry, Baby, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Sorry, Baby (2024) directed by Eva Victor.

The Thing With Feathers, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of The Thing With Feathers (2024), directed by Dylan Southern.

If I Had Legs I'D Kick You, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2024), directed by Mary Bronstein.

The Ballad Of Wallis Island, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of The Ballad of Wallis Island (2024), directed by James Griffiths.

Bunnylovr, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Bunnylovr (2025), directed by Katarina Zhu.

Life After, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Life After (2025), directed by Reid Davenport.

Love, Brooklyn, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Love, Brooklyn (2025), directed by Rachael Abigail Holder.

Coexistence, My Ass!, John C. Lyden

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Coexistence, My Ass! (2025), directed by Amber Fares.

Lurker, Chris Deacy

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of Lurker (2024), directed by Alex Russell.