Talkin' About Christianity
This week's Parent Resource is: "Talkin' About Christianity"
For the first time in recent history, the percentage of people who identify as Christian in the United States has increased over the past year. Where culture goes, it is sure to be seen through our media. Let's take a glance at what it looks like in recent media.
Madison, a young woman in Tampa, FL, found acceptance, friendship, and a sense of belonging at her church. Social situations were always hard for Madison due to her autism. That, along with her desire to find a husband, made her the perfect candidate for Netflix's newest season of their hit series Love on the Spectrum. When looking for a suitable partner, her Christian values are at the forefront of her search. The digital world has responded to her story in the most wholesome way.
Billy Graham stated that it's hard to find God on a golf course. "Win or Lose" on Disney+ shows that maybe He can be found on the softball field. Disney has introduced an openly Christian character, named Laurie, in this series. The series kicks off with Laurie praying to her "Heavenly Father" in her bedroom. This is the first depiction of a Christian character by Disney since 2007's Bridge to Terabithia.
Christianity is on the up & we see it in our media. What do our students think about this?
Continue the Conversation @ Home:
Here are a few questions to keep the conversation going at home:
For the first time in recent history, the percentage of people who identify as Christian in the United States has increased over the past year. Where culture goes, it is sure to be seen through our media. Let's take a glance at what it looks like in recent media.
Madison, a young woman in Tampa, FL, found acceptance, friendship, and a sense of belonging at her church. Social situations were always hard for Madison due to her autism. That, along with her desire to find a husband, made her the perfect candidate for Netflix's newest season of their hit series Love on the Spectrum. When looking for a suitable partner, her Christian values are at the forefront of her search. The digital world has responded to her story in the most wholesome way.
Billy Graham stated that it's hard to find God on a golf course. "Win or Lose" on Disney+ shows that maybe He can be found on the softball field. Disney has introduced an openly Christian character, named Laurie, in this series. The series kicks off with Laurie praying to her "Heavenly Father" in her bedroom. This is the first depiction of a Christian character by Disney since 2007's Bridge to Terabithia.
Christianity is on the up & we see it in our media. What do our students think about this?
Continue the Conversation @ Home:
Here are a few questions to keep the conversation going at home:
- How do you feel about the number of Christians in America increasing for the first time in years?
- How do you think Christians should be depicted in media?
- Why do you think the percentage of people practicing Christianity has shown a growth spurt (after years of decline)?
- Do you think someone could become a Christ-follower because of a Disney or Netflix show?
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