matthew j. krabill

American female converts to islam

Interesting article about the perceptions of islam in the media, conversion of women to islam and their commitment to the faith, issues of identity etc.

A Shift in Evangelical Views on Immigration

ORLANDO, Fla. — In the pews of the First Baptist Church of Orlando, where thousands of evangelical Christians gather on Sundays to worship and sing, a change of heart is happening on the once toxic issue of immigration.

african remittances outweigh western aid

Africans are helping themselves more than aid workers are, according to new research.

'Please don't be muslim'

‘Please don’t be a Muslim’: Boston marathon blasts draw condemnation and dread in Muslim world..

mission and dialogue?

For many American Evangelicals the topic of interfaith dialogue is confusing and suspect at best and downright dangerous or wrong at worst. On all accounts they face numerous challenges when considering if and how to enter into the realm of interfaith work. Those seeking to enter the broader interfaith conversations find themselves up against a firmly engrained relativism. This places Evangelicals in an awkward position and leads many to believe that the entire field of work needs to be completely avoided...READ MORE.