If you’ve been reading or watching the news this week, you’ve likely heard about James Cameron’s press conference about his latest project: the supposed unearthing of Jesus’ crypt. What’s that? Isn’t it the Christian tradition that Jesus was resurrected? Well, forget all that Sunday School education. Because Cameron and director Simcha Jacobovici (who also hosted…

Don’t miss the Science Times section of The New York Times today: it’s filled with religious kitsch and memorabilia! Ever wanted to see that famous Tennessee cinnamon roll that boasts the face of Mother Teresa? Or the Florida grilled cheese sandwich with an apparition of Mother Mary on one of its Wonder Bread slices (and…

Beliefnet’s now-annual answer to the Oscars is underway. The Beliefnet Film Awards honor the best mainstream films that explore spiritual topics and themes. This year, we’ve got three categories, each with five nominees: Best Spiritual FilmBabelChildren of MenFlags of Our FathersThe Nativity StoryThe Pursuit of Happyness Best Spiritual PerformanceJennifer Hudson (Dreamgirls)Nicolas Cage (World Trade Center)Nick…

Last week my husband returned from Seattle on Delta Airlines, and told me he had some “Idol Chatter blog-worthy” news: As they crossed the country at 35,000 feet, they were treated to quite the interesting version of the Golden Globe-winning “The Queen.” All the references to “God” were bleeped out, he explained in shock. And…

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