Samantha is a freelancer for WORLD Digital. She is a graduate of the World Journalism Institute, holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Hillsdale College, and has a multiple-subject teaching credential from California State University. Samantha resides in Chico, Calif., with her husband and their two sons.
Ethicists say too little is known about the generational repercussions of genetic modification
John King said homeschool families aren’t giving their children the range of options best for all students
The measure sent to committee for a formal draft would outlaw the procedure for any reason
Text from charred artifact mirrors Old Testament verses from the Bible’s third book
Religious rights activists split on motive behind country’s pledge to aid some Middle East refugees
Philip Zodhiates helped Lisa Miller and her daughter flee the country after a court granted her former partner full custody
Volunteers arriving to gut flooded homes find an unbroken spirit of community
Many homeowners did not have flood insurance, and faith-based groups are stepping up to help cover the loss
After opening shelters to meet immediate needs, congregations start helping victims rebuild
After state legalizes euthanasia, growing number of medical centers refuse to participate