"Baptizing America" with co-authors Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood

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The conversation explores the book 'Baptizing America' and the role of mainline Protestantism in shaping Christian nationalism in the United States. It discusses the January 6th event and the connection to Christian nationalism. The concept of civil religion and its influence on American society is also examined. The conversation explores the critique of civil religion and its connection to Christian nationalism. It highlights the importance of understanding and addressing Christian nationalism in the current political climate. The speakers discuss the need to detach faith from nationalist identity and emphasize the role of the church in combating Christian nationalism. They also provide insights on how to approach voting as Christians and the urgency of addressing Christian nationalism in society. The conversation concludes with details about the book and where to purchase it.

Takeaways:

• Mainline Protestantism played a significant role in the development of Christian nationalism in the United States.

• The book 'Baptizing America' explores the history and impact of mainline Protestantism on American society.

• The January 6th event highlighted the presence of Christian nationalism in both conservative and liberal circles.

• Understanding civil religion is crucial to comprehending the influence of Christianity on American culture and politics.

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About our guests:

Brian Kaylor is an awardwinning writer and soughtafter expert on issues of religion, politics, and communication. He also hosts the awardwinning podcast “Baptist Without An Adjective () .” Coauthor of Unsettling LentA Devotional () , Word&Way Editor & President since 2016,

Beau T. Underwood has served as Senior Pastor of Allisonville Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indianapolis, Indiana since January of 2023. Besides pastoring congregations, he has led the advocacy efforts of faith-based organizations in Washington, DC, helped steer an award-winning journalistic ministry, staffed congressional campaigns, served as a community organizer, and worked as a hospital chaplain.

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