Tag Archive for: religious freedom

Religious Freedom Has a Brighter Future with the Launch of ‘Faith NSW’

By: Clare Bruce 

The future of Christian religious freedom and religious education is looking brighter, after the launch this week of Faith NSW – a Peak body of faith groups that will represent religious interests at all levels of government. Read more

How a Humble Western Sydney Pastor Got Canberra’s Attention On Religious Freedom

By: Akos Balogh

Sydney Anglican Minister Mark Tough does not see himself as a political animal. Read more

The Subjective State of ‘Secularism’ – What is a Secular Country, Really?

By: City Bible Forum

It’s a bit of a buzz term at the moment, but when we say “Australia is a secular country” are we talking about a freedom from religion or a freedom for religion in this wide brown country of ours? Read more

“The Law Shouldn’t Protect Us From Having Our Views Challenged”, Says Leading Barrister & Historian

By: Alec Bennetts

“Nobody is entitled to intellectual safety, nobody is entitled not to have their fundamental and cherished views challenged… All knowledge and all opinion is provisional until something more persuasive comes along. If we shut down the persuasive process we will stop advancing,” Read more

Are You Confused About Religious Freedom in Australia? These 3 Short Videos Will Help

By: Akos Balogh

Religious freedom is under pressure here in Australia. It used to be uncontroversial, but now it’s heavily contested. Many people see it as little more than a licence for bigotry and hate. Read more

What Happens If We Lose Religious Freedom? Here’s What Few People Realise

By: Akos Balogh

Religious freedom is under increasing pressure in Australia and much of the West. Read more

Christian, Is The ‘Bravery Deficit’ Really A Big Problem?

By: Akos Balogh

According to one of my favourite talk show hosts, Dave Rubin, there’s a bravery deficit across the western world. Read more

Remove Religious Education from State Schools? Have Your Say

By: Kim Wilkinson

A recent television report from Channel 9’s ‘A Current Affair’ suggests that religious education should be removed from state schools. They are reaching out for public opinion via an online poll. Read more

Respect Your Right this Election Weekend – Make Voting a Priority

By: Murray Norman

The NSW State Election is on this Saturday 23rd of March.  It’s important as community members that we make it a priority in our weekend – to pray, consider and vote. Read more

Religious Freedom Vote Now Unlikely This Year

By: Stephen O’Doherty

A vote this year is now unlikely on controversial changes to the Sex Discrimination Act that would remove the ability of faith-based schools to expel LGBTI students. Read more