Brandon Showalter
Brandon M. Showalter is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology.
He was first inspired to pursue into a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015.
He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, & Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California.
His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.
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NYC Public School Installs Urinals in Women's Restroom; Voyeurism, Rape Victims Speak Out
A New York public school has installed urinals in a women's staff bathroom, a new video shows, a move privacy advocates and victims of voyeurism and rape consider dangerous and abusive.
New White House Press Sec. Sarah Huckabee Sanders: 4 Things You Should Know
The personnel shakeup within the White House has brought a new yet familiar face to one of the most visible posts in the administration.
Charlie Gard's Hospital Receiving Violent Threats; Tensions Mount as Fight Continues
Tensions are mounting in the case of Charlie Gard, an 11-month old English baby with a rare mitochondrial disease, with protests occurring in London and hospital staff reporting violent threats. Advocates from all over the world are continuing to fight through various channels for the young boy's life.
Mother of 4 Seeks Sanctuary in Conn. Church From ICE, 9-Y-O Daughter Pleads With Trump
A Guatemalan mother of four who has lived in the United States for 24 years is seeking refuge in a Pentecostal Church in New Haven, Connecticut as the Trump administration continues to deport undocumented immigrants.
Astronaut Took Communion, Read From Gospel of John on Moon 48 Years Ago
An American astronaut took Holy Communion and read from the Gospel of John on the surface of the moon 48 years ago this week.
Teen Vogue Backlash Over Dangerous Sex Guide Grows, Parents Urged to Take Action
The backlash against Teen Vogue continues to grow as its editors defend their decision to feature an anal sex instruction guide for young teens in its June issue.
Barna: Christians, Americans Believe College Is About Getting a Job, Making Money
Americans and evangelical Christians believe a university degree is about training for a specific job and increased financial opportunities, a new study highlighting their attitudes about higher education shows.
Fatherlessness Shows Up in Children's DNA, Affects Lifespan: Study
New research shows how the loss of a father significantly affects children — at the level of their DNA, shortening the ends of their chromosomes.
Gallup: More Protestants Now Do Not Identify With Specific Denomination
There are now more Protestants in America who do not identify with a particular denomination or tradition than those who do, according to a new survey.
Are Small Churches in a 'Death Spiral'?
The president of a major research company that frequently measures trends in the church revealed data showing that the smaller the church, the more likely it is in decline. But one small-town pastor says large church size does not necessarily mean good spiritual health and what the American church really lacks is five-fold ministry.