Show notes:
In the first segment, our panelists discuss the rise of religious restrictions worldwide. From Europe targeting Islam to Nicaragua’s crackdown on Catholic clergy, various faith traditions face increasing tensions. The conversation also highlights positive developments, such as government support for religious schools in Trinidad and Tobago and Sweden. The segment examines the complexities of religious freedom in today’s geopolitical climate.
In the second segment of the show, we explore the court case Carmack v. Janny et al. The case involves a parolee, Mark Janny, who was sent back to jail for refusing to participate in religious activities mandated by his parole officer. The court’s decision allowing Janny to seek damages for religious coercion underscores the importance of protecting First Amendment rights.
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About the Show: Faith & Politics is a show dedicated to discussing issues surrounding the intersection of Church, State and politics and the examination of whether you are allowing your faith to shape your politics or your politics starting to shape your faith. What do you do when God and government come face to face?
Panelists: Bettina Krause, Editor of Liberty Magazine; Andrew Polk, Associate Professor of History at Middle Tennessee State University; Vialo Weis, Jr., attorney and departmental director for Public Affairs and Religious Liberty and Planned Giving for Indiana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists; Jennifer Woods, General Counsel and Director of Public Affairs and Religious Liberty for the Lake Union Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church;
About Us: North American Division Public Affairs & Religious Liberty (PARL) is a ministry dedicated to proclaiming and defending the God-given gift of religious freedom which is integral to our identity as Seventh-day Adventist Christians. Learn more about PARL at www.religiousliberty.info.
Panelists
Bettina Krause
Dr. Andrew R. Polk
Vialo Weis, Jr.
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