U.S. Christians pushing back on Christian nationalism [View all]

Source: Axios

12 hours ago


A wide variety of American Christians from different denominations are speaking out against Christian nationalism, a once-fringe movement steadily gaining political power in the U.S.

Why it matters: The pushback comes as critics worry rising Christian nationalism is threatening the nation's multiracial democracy and as a record number of Americans identify as "religiously unaffiliated."

The big picture: From the Greek Orthodox Church to Roman Catholics to evangelical Christian leaders, several grassroots efforts — primarily led by individuals rather than any church hierarchy — have sprung up to issue warnings about Christian nationalism.

In some cases, they are protesting against former President Donald Trump and challenging fellow Christians who are calling for a rigid theocracy and anti-immigrant policies.

They say those ideas abandon the compassionate teaching of Jesus that focuses on the dignity of each person and love for their neighbors.

Catch up quick: Christian nationalism is a set of beliefs centered around white American Christianity's dominance in most aspects of life in the United States.

It seeks to establish a country governed by a fundamentalist interpretation of the Bible. Adherents and allies of the movement have aligned themselves with Donald Trump.

Read more: https://www.axios.com/2024/10/07/christian-nationalism-opponents-trump