Show notes:
In the first segment, our panelists discuss the historical roots of church–state separation, tracing how early abuses of state-sponsored religion shaped the First Amendment. The conversation examines America’s legacy of protecting minority rights, the expansion of equality over time, and growing concerns that dominant religious groups now wield political power in ways that may undermine fairness and constitutional principles.
In the second segment of the show, we explore the court case Chabad Israeli Center, Inc. v. Loggers’ Run, Inc., where an Orthodox Jewish family alleges antisemitic harassment and discrimination by their homeowners association. The case centers on efforts to block a synagogue needed for Sabbath worship, unequal treatment compared to Christian churches, and a judge’s decision allowing the lawsuit to move forward.
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About the Show: Faith & Politics is a show dedicated to discussing issues surrounding the intersection of Church, State and politics and the examination of whether you are allowing your faith to shape your politics or your politics starting to shape your faith. What do you do when God and government come face to face?
Panelists:
Todd McFarland, General Counsel General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Andre Wang, General Counsel of the North Pacific Union Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Vialo Weis, Indiana Conference Public Affairs and Religious Liberty department of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Jennifer Woods, General Counsel and Director of Public Affairs and Religious Liberty for the Lake Union Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
About Us:
North American Division Public Affairs & Religious Liberty (PARL) is a ministry dedicated to proclaiming and defending the God-given gift of religious freedom which is integral to our identity as Seventh-day Adventist Christians. Learn more about PARL at www.religiousliberty.info.
Panelists
Todd McFarland
Andre Wang
Vialo Weis
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