US EditionPerspective: C.S. Lewis, the Texas Floods and the Problem of Understanding Prayers
TEXAS, JUL 8 – Gov. Abbott called for prayers after floods killed over 100 people in Central Texas while critics urge greater focus on science and emergency preparedness, says Freedom From Religion Foundation.
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Texas turns to faith as Gov. Abbott declares 'Day of Prayer' amid devastating floods
Texas leaders across political lines urge prayer for flood victims as the state, ranked third most religious in the U.S., copes with devastating floods that have claimed at least 80 lives.
FFRF condemns Abbott’s call for prayer after Texas flood disaster, urges investment in science
The Freedom From Religion Foundation is strongly criticizing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for issuing yet another hollow “Day of Prayer” proclamation and for making insensitive remarks following the devastating flooding that claimed dozens of lives in Central Texas. In a formal letter sent to Abbott today, FFRF criticizes the governor for using a natural disaster to promote religion instead of taking meaningful, science-based steps to address future c…
World Joins in Prayer for Texas Flood Tragedy
KERR COUNTY, Texas —Governor Gregg Abbott declared a day of prayer in Texas in response to the devastating floods that swept through Central Texas and the Hill Country over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. A devastating and historic flood event has claimed at least 104 lives across Central Texas, with Kerr County at the epicenter of the disaster. The deadly flooding began on July 4 and persisted through July 7, triggered by intense rainfall …
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