Move is in response to parental requests for alternative to Christian ‘release time’ religious instructionThe Satanic Temple will begin offering a religious program at an Ohio elementary school in response to parent requests for an alternative to a Christian “release” program.Release time religious instruction programs began in the early 20th century to allow students religious instruction for a short period in the middle of the school day. At the Edgewood elementary school in Marysville, Ohio, where the Temple will start a program, the evangelical LifeWise program removes students for 55 minutes each week. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/04/ohio-satanic-temple-elementary-school
Author : Jessica Glenza
Publish date : 2024-12-04 14:27:00
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Ohio Satanic Temple to offer religious program for elementary school students
