I feel like I'm living in Salem circa 1692 instead of in Philadelphia in the 21st century. In the past week, the Rev. Irene Elizabeth "Beth" Stroud of Philadelphia was convicted in a United Methodist Church trial of violating...

Saying “Merry Christmas” is second nature to many of us during the holiday season. The phrase reminds me of childhood excitement, surprises in the form of brightly wrapped gifts under a decorated Christmas tree, specially...