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What Is the Role of a Christian in Politics?
- 5/16/08
catalystroadtrip.com
Many voters are mixed up about mixing faith and politics. Dr. Joel Hunter, Senior Pastor at
Northland Church, sat down with the Catalyst Road Trip Team and responded to several difficult
questions on this subject.
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Mixing Good News With Community Service
- 5/13/08
Orlando Sentinel
Campus Crusade's new approach is reflective of a movement toward community service among national
evangelical organizations and many suburban megachurches such as Northland, the Orlando Sentinel
reports.
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Profile on Pastor Dan Lacich
- 4/23/08
Seminole Chronicle
If not for a secret high school crush, Dan Lacich said he might have ended up as a U.S. Marine in
the 1970s. Instead, he's become a spiritual leader in Seminole County.
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Bankers See Future in Going 'Green'
- 3/28/08
Orlando Sentinel
With millions of dollars in startup capital, the latest bank being launched in Central Florida
plans to go "green," organizers said. A group led by Lake County banker Ken LaRoe plans to
establish First Green Bank, which will emphasize financial services for environmentally-friendly
businesses and projects.
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The Preacher Who Dared to Be President
- 3/25/08
Charisma magazine
Snubbed by party elites, Mike Huckabee swept the Southern primaries and bumped big names from the
race. He made it further than anyone expected and has galvanized a new breed of Christian voter
along the way. Pastor Joel C. Hunter comments.
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Evangelical Voting Landscape Changing
- 3/24/08
Atlanta Journal Constitution
With a growing list of concerns, evangelicals don't seem to be in one political camp or the other
now. "There's no doubt in my mind that there are more votes up for grabs this time," said the Rev.
Joel Hunter.
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Are Evangelical Voters Abandoning the Republican Establishment?
- 3/21/08
American Prospect
Rev. Joel Hunter has emerged as a leader among the growing bloc of evangelicals who are concerned
not just about abortion and homosexuality, but also global warming, healthcare and poverty --
issues traditionally associated with progressives. And these "new conservatives" aren't necessarily
going to be faithful to the Republican Party they've called home for so many years.
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Hundreds Work to Improve 13th Street
- 3/18/08
The Sanford Herald
More than 235 volunteers from Northland, A Church Distributed worked in teams on March 8, 2008, to
transform the Goldsboro area of Sanford and to create new economic opportunities.
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Who Would Jesus Vote for?
- 3/11/08
The Nation
With one-quarter of Americans identifying themselves as evangelicals, the political stakes could
hardly be higher. But the political upshot could hardly be murkier. The Nation magazine talks to
Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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The Expanded Pro-Life Agenda
- 3/5/08
The Harvest Show
Dr. Joel C. Hunter answers questions including, "Should Christians support private or public
education?" and "If a presidential candidate doesn't exactly mirror my beliefs, should I not vote?"
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A New Kind of Conservative
- 3/5/08
Key Life Network
If you're a politically conservative Christian, but feel misrepresented by the Religious Right,
don't miss Steve Brown's interview with Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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Building for Tomorrow
- 2/28/08
Ministry Today Magazine
Northland's new facilities in Longwood are honored among "The 7 most Innovative Church Buildings in
America."
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Moving Heaven and Earth
- 2/25/08
News Journal
As a cause of tree huggers, granola eaters and National Public Radio listeners, global warming has
become a victim of guilt by association. But attendees of Northland's recent Creation Care
Conference are breaking old stereotypes.
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Uniting America: Easier Said Than Done
- 2/8/08
Associated Press
Each of Super Tuesday's main survivors pledges, if elected, to reach across party lines and bring
the nation together. Will a window open for a more civil, constructive era?
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Joel Hunter - Spiritual Ends and Political Means
- 1/30/08
Northland, A Church Distributed
The senior pastor of Northland, A Church Distributed, in Longwood, Florida, and author of A NEW
KIND OF CONSERVATIVE, discusses religion's role in the 2008 presidential election and the political
and religious interests of a new generation of young evangelicals.
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Evangelicals in Flux
- 1/25/08
PBS.org
The PBS program NOW recently interviewed John Green, senior fellow with the Pew Forum on Religion
and professor of political science at the University of Akron, about the "new generation" of
evangelicals.
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God Is Good - Is He Green?
- 1/23/08
The Weather Channel
A Weather Channel feature on environmentally concerned evangelicals, featuring Northland
Church and senior pastor Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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Churches: Unity in the fight against AIDS
- 1/16/08
OrlandoSentinel.com
With the help of churches, such as First Baptist of Orlando and Northland, a Church Distributed, a
coalition has raised more than $30,000 in seed money to help those dealing with AIDS.
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A New Kind of Conservative?
- 1/7/08
Are conservatives too tough and mean spirited? Are radio talk show hosts dividing America on key
issues like immigration? These are among the frank questions Bud Hedinger put to Dr. Joel Hunter,
pastor and author of "A New Kind of Conservative." Dr. Hunter joined Bud on the "50,000 Watt
Front Porch" to talk about it.
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Cyber Services
- 1/3/08
My Fox Orlando
Some Central Floridians are taking advantage of a new virtual trend— watching their church's
services from the convenience of their homes.
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Northland Church to Hold 'Creation Care Expo' This Weekend
- 1/2/08
Northland, A Church Distributed
Northland, A Church Distributed, a congregation of 12,000 that meets at several physical sites
throughout Central Florida and at hundreds of virtual sites worldwide via the Internet, will hold
its first-ever Creation Care Expo this weekend in Longwood, Florida.
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Christians to Candidates: No Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric
- 12/18/07
OrlandoSentinel.com
A group of religious leaders, including two prominent Christians from Central Florida, called on
the presidential candidates and their campaigns Monday to stop anti-immigrant rhetoric the group
says is polarizing the nation.
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Local Churches Review Security Policies
- 12/12/07
www.third-way.com
In the wake of the church shooting in Colorado Springs,
some Central Florida churches are reviewing their security measures. An interview with Northland
Church's director of security, James Li.
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Evangelical Statement on Israel/Palestine
- 11/29/07
On November 28, 2007, more than 80 key evangelical leaders released a statement endorsing a
two-state solution for Israel/Palestine: “We believe our faith compels us to speak a word together
at this crucial moment.”
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Hope From Desperation
- 11/20/07
My Fox Orlando
In February 2007, a killer tornado tore through Florida's Volusia and Lake Counties in the middle
of the night, ripping homes and lives apart. But thanks to the help of an unusual group of
volunteers, hope has trumped desperation.
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Creationism vs. Evolution
- 11/15/07
News 13
Students across Florida could soon see a change in the way they're taught science, and already the
idea is raising some concerns.
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Florida Casino Deal Evokes Mixed Emotions
- 11/15/07
WESH 2 (Orlando)
Supporters of legalized gambling say Florida has hit the jackpot, but opponents aren't so sure. The
state struck a deal with the Seminole Indian tribe to bring blackjack and Las Vegas-style slots and
more than $100 million a year to the state. The reaction to the deal is mixed.
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Are Christian Voters Up for Grabs in '08?
- 11/8/07
NewsHour (PBS)
A PBS NewsHour discussion with Bishop Harry Jackson, Jr., founder and chairman of the High Impact
Leadership Coalition and co-sponsor of the recent Values Voters Summit; and Dr. Joel C. Hunter,
senior pastor of Northland Church and a board member of the National Association of Evangelicals.
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Life Decisions
- 11/6/07
World Magazine
How far should pro-life advocates go in working with “abortion grays” to reduce the number of
abortions?
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A Meeting With Condoleezza Rice
- 10/31/07
Christianity Today
Christianity Today editor David Neff talks about a recent visit with Secretary of State Condoleezza
Rice. Mr. Neff was part of a delegation that included Dr. Joel C. Hunter. Their goal was to support
the Secretary as she navigates the treacherous waters of Middle East politics.
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Can Progressives and Conservative Evangelicals Get Along?
- 10/12/07
CBN
Can the pro-choice and pro-life crowds reach common ground? The progressive group “Third Way” held
a press conference with some conservative Evangelical leaders, offering up some practical ways to
try and make a dent in today’s culture war. Dr. Joel C. Hunter talks to CBN News.
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Evangelicals, Liberals Seek Dialogue
- 10/12/07
Associated Baptist Press
A unique coalition of liberals and conservative evangelicals announced Oct. 10 that they are trying
to bring about a cease-fire in the most contentious battles of the so-called “culture wars.” The
question is, can they get both sides’ generals to sign off on the treaty?
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Progressives, Evangelical Leaders
Seek End to Culture Wars
- 10/11/07
www.third-way.com
Third Way released a
paper that for the first time charts a way for
progressives and Evangelicals to bridge the divide on some of the most polarizing cultural issues
of the day. The paper was issued at a Washington press conference co-hosted by Faith in Public
Life, that brought together several national progressive and Evangelical leaders, including Dr.
Joel C. Hunter.
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Is the 'Civil War' Between Evangelicals
and Progressives at an End?
- 10/11/07
Christian Post
In the wake of a Washington press conference co-hosted by Faith in Public Life, Dr. Joel C. Hunter
explains how arguments between some evangelical leaders and liberals have not only blocked progress
but also isolated a lot of evangelicals who are looking for “reasonable” leadership that allows for
development while maintaining values.
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Finding Common Ground
- 10/10/07
MSNBC.com
A group of evangelical and progressive leaders are calling for common ground on the toughest
cultural issues of our day. A Newsweek interview with Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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It's Not Easy Being Green
- 10/1/07
The Baptist Standard
How Christian environmentalists are engaging believers with a new message: Humans actually suffer
the most when economic exploitation afflicts the environment.
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Faith and Politics
- 9/12/07
Fox 35 (FlashPoint)
In the Bible, the word Evangelical means "good news." Why then are we known more for what we are
against than what we are for? A frank interview with Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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A Discussion About Israel
- 9/5/07
BBC (Reporting Religion)
Radio host Jeremy Gimpel and Pastor Joel C. Hunter express differing ideas regarding problems in
Israel and Palestine.
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Megachurches Move U.S. Politics
- 9/5/07
NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation
A leading television network in Japan offers a fascinating look into the growth and and influence
of megachurches in America, including Northland, A Church Distributed
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U.S. Churches Find Financial Transparency
- 9/5/07
Reuters
"The money that supports a church comes from the congregation and so they need to be informed
completely. It's not the leadership's money, it's ultimately God's money," explains Tim Tracey,
Executive Director of Operations at Northland, A Church Distributed.
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Fuse of Armageddon
- 8/28/07
Bible Answer Man Radio Program
The lobby for a one-state solution in Israel is so strong that it virtually silences the
opposition. Dr. Joel C. Hunter discusses the situation with "Bible Answer Man" Hank Hanegraaff.
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Coral Ridge Puts Politics Aside
- 8/28/07
Miami Herald
With the retirement of the Rev. D. James Kennedy, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church will move away
from political activism. Dr. Joel C. Hunter comments on how this will impact evangelicalism in
America.
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Warming Draws Evangelicals Into Environmentalist Fold
- 8/8/07
Washington Post
The emerging rapprochement between these two groups is regarded by some as a sign of how
dramatically U.S. public sentiment has shifted on global warming in recent years. It also has
begun, in modest ways, to transform how the two groups define themselves.
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Evangelicals Voice Support for Palestinian State
- 7/30/07
The New York Times
In recent years, conservative evangelicals who claim a biblical mandate to protect Israel have
built a bulwark of support for the Jewish nation, sending donations, denouncing its critics and
urging it not to evacuate settlements or forfeit territory. Now more than 30 evangelical leaders
are stepping forward to say these efforts have given the wrong impression about the stance of many,
if not most, American evangelicals.
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15 Green Religious Leaders
- 7/24/07
grist.org
These men and women are very different in theology and culture. But they are all working to raise
awareness about the environment as part of of their faith. Among them are Pope Benedict, The Dalai
Lama ... and our own Dr. Joel C. Hunter.
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Churches Go Green
- 7/12/07
Church Central
The emphasis on environmentally friendly building codes, energy-saving light bulbs, and citizen
initiatives to reduce, reuse and recycle, has spilled into churches. More congregations are
embracing this cause than ever before, including groups that have been historically reticent on
environmental issues.
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Joel Hunter: Leading a New Generation of Evangelicals
- 7/6/07
Orlando Sentinel
The conservative religious movement has been known for strident and sometimes divisive rhetoric.
But a new generation is emerging, and Orlando pastor Dr. Joel C. Hunter is at the forefront of this
movement. A profile from religion writer Mark Pinsky.
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Presidential Forum on Faith and Values
- 6/7/07
CNN
Dr. Joel C. Hunter served as a panelist during a
live CNN discussion with leading Democratic presidential contenders. He asked Senator Clinton,
'Could you see yourself, with millions of voters in a pro-life camp, creating a common ground, with
the goal ultimately in mind of reducing the decisions for abortion to zero?'
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Religious Leaders Urge Action on Warming
- 5/21/07
Reuters
Christian, Jewish and Muslim leaders are urging President George W. Bush and Congress to take
action against global warming, declaring that the changing climate is a "moral and spiritual
issue."
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The New Evangelicals
- 5/17/07
All Things Considered (NPR)
Conservative about critical issues such as abortion and gay marriage, they are also engaged in
other key issues, including poverty, justice and the environment. A report from National Public
Radio’s “All Things Considered" recorded at Northland, A Church Distributed.
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Whose Earth Is It Anyway?
- 4/26/07
Outreach Magazine
A hot-button issue in today’s world, creation care is resonating with churches worldwide. Northland
pastor Joel C. Hunter shares why and how his Longwood, Fla., church is reaching its community by
talking about the subject.
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Congregants 'Talking Trash' at Church
- 4/26/07
Northland, A Church Distributed
Volunteers at Northland Church will don hazard suits and sort through the church’s garbage. They
aren’t dumpster diving, however; they’re trying to help the church find practical ways to care for
God’s creation.
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'Climate Justice' Demanded in D.C.
- 4/20/07
OneWorld.net
Dubbing the battle against climate change a moral test for the United States, global anti-poverty
and religious leaders called on U.S. politicians to take drastic and immediate action to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions.
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The Evangelical Surprise
- 4/7/07
The New York Review of Books
For many Americans, the very word "evangelical" conjures up a vision of people railing against
liberals, secularists, homosexuals, and the teaching of evolution in the public schools. But such a
view is inaccurate.
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The Consistent Christian
- 3/27/07
Truthdig.com
Dr. Joel C. Hunter, author of “Right Wing, Wrong Bird,” joins the Truthdig.com podcast to explain
why things didn’t work out with the Christian Coalition and why he and millions of other
Evangelicals care about creation.
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The Way to 2008...and Beyond
- 3/19/07
Mark Pinsky, Harvard Divinity Bulletin
"The maturing part of the evangelical movement is growing more secure in both its intellectual
moorings, and also in its willingness to make common cause with an array of ad hoc allies to
advance its values."
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Have the Bones of Jesus Been Discovered?
- 2/28/07
Pastor Isaac Hunter
The Discovery Channel's documentary claims that archaeologists may have found the burial cave of
Jesus and his family. Isaac Hunter, senior pastor of Summit Church in Orlando and son of
Northland pastor Joel C. Hunter, explains why this discovery is not true, new, earth-shattering or
faith-crushing.
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Refusing the Call
- 12/18/06
NPR-Weekend America
Dr. Joel C. Hunter thought he'd taken the movement a step forward when he accepted the presidency
of the Christian Coalition. But the Coalition blinked.
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