Machines vs. Souls
What does it mean to be a human being, especially one with faith in Jesus Christ? How we answer this question greatly impacts our response to the critical issues currently under debate in our culture, especially in regards to our bodies in birth, life, and death. For Christians, the belief in God as creator leads […]
Disturbing Themes In Reading Assignment
Every week, I meet with and mentor a 14-year-old through a program at my church. We work on homework or assigned readings together, and over the last couple of weeks, we’ve been reading through a novel for her English class. I have to admit that I get excited when I see a kid diving into […]
Profess At Your Own Risk
Dr. Allan Josephson, a former professor from the University of Louisville, who was removed from the university for his comments on gender dysphoria is currently suing the university for violating his free speech rights, and he is being represented by Alliance Defending Freedom. ADF senior counsel Travis Barham joins Dr. Josephson on Family Policy Matters this week. […]
Fighting For The Freedom To Choose
Mike Long, President of Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina, shares why 20% of North Carolina families are exploring non-traditional schooling options, and how the Millennial parent mindset of having options continues to influence this school choice trend. Family Policy Matters Transcript: Fighting For The Freedom To Choose TRACI GRIGGS: Thanks for joining us […]
The Inside Scoop on Independent Schools
Linda Nelson, a veteran educator and Executive Director of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), describes the diverse makeup of independent schools in North Carolina, and dispels many of the stereotypes people may have about private schools. Family Policy Matters Transcript: The Inside Scoop on Independent Schools TRACI GRIGGS: Thanks for joining us […]
How To Homeschool In North Carolina
Dr. Matthew McDill, a homeschooling dad and Executive Director of North Carolinians for Home Education, discusses the most common characteristics of homeschool families in North Carolina, as well as the safeguards and resources available for those who might want to begin homeschooling in our state. Family Policy Matters Transcript: How To Homeschool In North […]
Are You Being Manipulated?
Big news recently on the social media front is action by Facebook and Twitter to ban accounts that were set up by the Chinese government. According to a statement on Twitter’s blog, the suspended accounts were designed to spread propaganda aimed at discrediting protests in Hong Kong. “We have reliable evidence to support that this […]
Refuting The Myths About Public Charter Schools
Rhonda Dillingham, a veteran educator and Executive Director of the North Carolina Association for Public Charter Schools, discusses the history of public charter schools, and dispels the most common negative stereotypes about these schools. Family Policy Matters Transcript: Refuting The Myths About Public Charter Schools TRACI GRIGGS: Thanks for joining us this week for Family […]
The Game Plan For Fighting Divorce (Part 2)
JP De Gance, Founder and President of Communio, an organization that works to equip communities and churches to strengthen marriages, families, and faith continues his conversation with NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs about Communio’s unique work to strengthen marriages and limit divorces. Family Policy Matters Transcript: The Game Plan For Fighting Divorce […]
For More Happy Marriages, Don’t Live Together First
Recently I saw an announcement on Facebook that caught my eye due to both the content and the phrasing. My friend announced to the world that the amazing guy who’d been just a casual friend a year ago was about to move in with her. She’d been pleasantly surprised by the turn their relationship had […]