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Why a gay atheist still believes Christianity matters with Jonathan Rauch

Why a gay atheist still believes Christianity matters with Jonathan Rauch

Elizabeth speaks with Jonathan Rauch a gay, Jewish atheist. 18/06/2025

We sat down with Jonathan Rauch – a gay, Jewish atheist – to explore his remarkable journey from accepting his sexuality and rejecting religion to becoming a key voice advocating for same–sex marriage and the vital role of Christianity in sustaining liberal, secular democracy.


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Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth is host of The Sacred podcast. She was Theos’ Director from August 2011 – July 2021. She appears regularly in the media, including BBC One, Sky News, and the World Service, and writing in The Financial Times.

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Posted 18 June 2025

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