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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Are New-Wave Christians Pop Stars with Hashtags?

Are New-Wave Christians Pop Stars with Hashtags?
Katy Perry and Justin Bieber profess their faith via Instagram post.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor April 18, 2018

This Easter, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber used their social media as platforms for expressing their spirituality. On her Instagram, Perry posted a picture of her wrist, tattooed with the word “Jesus” and captioned with: “My brokenness + God’s divinity = my wholeness” In one of his...

The church should offer women Christ’s freedom

The church should offer women Christ’s freedom
Women’s History Month allows evangelicals to re-open gender debates.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor March 20, 2018

With Women’s History Month posts circling and days set aside specifically for women empowerment, many reactions are beautiful to behold: men thanking their wives, uncles texting their nieces, sisters hugging sisters. But when these days of women empowerment meet the evangelical eyeroll, a question...

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly
Swift proves herself as quite the force to reckon with in her newest album.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer November 17, 2017

Taylor Swift has made quite the name for herself within the thriving business of songwriting. Writing for the likes of Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney and with five albums under her belt, she has proved a vibrant contender within the world of music. Her evolution remains incredibly fascinating to watch...

The art of a trend

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People often ignore the why behind trends, but here is a glimpse into the underlying complexity.
Vic Silva, Writer September 19, 2017
People often ignore the why behind trends, but here is a glimpse into the underlying complexity.