
Noteworthy for today
This is the place for noteworthy news, opinion pieces, and other topics of recent importance.

Byron Belitsos & the Union of Days
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The End of the Revelation Roulette
Facing our movement's failure and recognizing the imperative of divine guidance in managing epochal revelation. - 10-03-26
Newsom on U-Movement History—the full recording
Barbara's Newsom's expert narration clarifies much—and opens doors for more disclosures and much more historical research to come. - 06-20-26
Origin & history of Urantia movement—a flawed reference text
The Origin Story of the Urantia Papers. - 06-19-26
"Torch #1"—religious embodiment in the Urantia movement
"Guerilla Spiritual Warfare" by Fred Harris - 06-09-26
The case for Urantia movement journalism
A call for independent and rigorous coverage of our methods, challenges, and achievements as we reach out to a world in crisis - 01-03-26
On Benevolent ET Intervention
A thoroughly rewritten and more critical take on the Galactic Federation of Light, this time with UB references minimized—thus suitable for sharing widely - 11-11-25
Reading the Signs of Benevolent ET Intervention. A SPECIAL REPORT: A case study in exotheology applied to the Galactic Federation of Light, a consortium of God-centered ETs - 10-29-25
The Rodan Self-Test (Reference Paper 160) - 09-05-25
Regarding Religions of Today
Below is a collection of books, websites, and other resources related to contemporary religious practices and religions worldwide. Some of these are highly critical, included intentionally for specific reasons. Others analyze the inaccuracies in many beliefs about what the Bible states. Additionally, some highlight the dangers posed by individuals exploiting the Bible to further their agendas, which could threaten our society and the broader world.
Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy
Why have so many Americans turned against democracy? In this deeply reported book, Katherine Stewart takes us to conferences of conspiracy-mongers, backroom strategy gatherings, and services at extremist churches, and profiles the people who want to tear it all down. She introduces us to reactionary Catholic activists, atheist billionaires, pseudo-Platonist intellectuals, self-appointed apostles of Jesus, disciples of Ayn Rand, women-hating opponents of “the gynocracy,” pronatalists preoccupied with the dearth of white babies, Covid truthers, militia members masquerading as “concerned moms” and battalions of spirit warriors who appear to be inventing a new style of religion even as they set about attacking democracy at its foundations. Along the way, she provides a compelling analysis of the authoritarian reaction in the United States. She demonstrates that the movement relies on several distinct constituencies, with very different and often conflicting agendas. Stewart's reporting and comprehensive political analysis helps reframe the conversation about the moral collapse of conservatism in America and points the way forward toward a democratic future.
Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds
For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist independently. But Christianity has been hijacked by far-right groups and politicians who seek to impose their narrow views on government, often to justify oppressive and unequal policies. The extremists who weaponize the Bible for earthly power aren’t actually on the side of Jesus—and historically they never have been. How do we fight back against those acting—literally—in bad faith? Comedian and broadcaster John Fugelsang finally offers the answers. In this informative, perspective-shifting book, Fugelsang takes readers through common fundamentalist arguments on abortion, immigration, LGBTQ rights, and more—exposing their hypocrisy and inaccuracy through scripture, common sense, and deeply inappropriate humor. It offers practical tips on how to debate your loved one, coworker, or neighbor on the issues that divide us using that Bible they claim to follow. But Fugelsang’s message is about more than just taking down hypocrites. It’s about fighting for the love, mercy, and service that are supposed to make up the heart of Christianity. Told with Fugelsang’s trademark blend of radical honesty, comedy, and deep political and religious knowledge, Separation of Church and Hate is the book every American needs today. It’s a rallying cry for compassion and clarity for anyone of any faith who’s sick of religion being used as a cloaking device for hate.
More Noteworthy Stuff
New Video from the UB Fellowship
This feature-length introduction to the Urantia Papers is tailored to the concerns of progressive clergy and lay leadership. For experienced readers of The Urantia Book, it illuminates the evolutionary context within which the revelation appears, deeply enriching understanding of the revelation and its dissemination imperative. This film will forever deepen your appreciation for what The Urantia Book is.
RELIGOUS DISPATCHES
This website is very interesting on current religious activity, from both a critical and positive perspective, and covers topics such as racism, sex, justice, politics, and Christian Nationalism.
If nothing else, it answers whether "DIE HARD" is a Christmas movie. (Hint: it is!)






