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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The pope’s warning should be heeded

The pope’s warning should be heeded
Choosing pets over children is not biblical.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor January 28, 2022

Earlier this month, Pope Francis directly addressed people who choose to raise pets rather than children. “We see that people do not want to have children, or just one and no more,” Francis said, when speaking about Joseph and how he raised young Jesus. He continued by stating the importance of adopting...

The Church needs to re-evaluate its approach toward the LGBTQ

The Church needs to re-evaluate its approach toward the LGBTQ
Christians are called to love, not hate.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) November 30, 2020

The Church is not a house of saints, but rather a home to sinners. No Christian is without sin and every congregation exists to walk with each other in the faith and encourage Christ-like behavior. It does not matter whether a person struggles with greed, dishonesty, gossip or disobedience of any kind—church...

Easter should be a time of celebration and remembrance of Christian perseverance

Easter should be a time of celebration and remembrance of Christian perseverance
Celebrate Christ’s resurrection and honor Christians facing oppression.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer April 11, 2020

Once again, we are gathering together to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. This is a happy time, but it should also be a time of remembrance of our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ who have suffered during this time of year. Historically, Christians celebrating Easter in other countries have...

Pope Francis’s vision stems from his past

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Political instability and religious movements play a role in the Pope’s unconventional actions.
Justin Yun, Writer October 6, 2015
Political instability and religious movements play a role in the Pope’s unconventional actions.

Progressive pope provokes thought

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Pope Francis’ recent discussions about controversial topics within the church affects how the world sees all Christians, including Protestants.
Chloe Tokar, Writer November 18, 2014
Pope Francis’ recent discussions about controversial topics within the church affects how the world sees all Christians, including Protestants.