Rev. Dr. Leon Bailey, Jr. “Faith Matters” is a column that features pieces written by local religious figures. (Opinion) Faith or fear is the fundamental basis for our decisions, actions, and beliefs.

Predominantly Christian, many lean on their faith when talking through their deportation fears. "I'm going to stay here. I'm not afraid," said Jean Marc, a warehouse worker in his 20s.

Roger Bacon has bracelets and T-shirts adorned with ‘Faith over Fear’ and ‘Meister Strong.’ “When I put it (the bracelet) on it’s impossible for me not to think about him,” Tiller ...

At Gospel Rescue Mission, guests regularly confront the grip of fear and scarcity. One such moment stayed with Rich, the ...

His faith became his anchor throughout the ordeal. "I live by faith over fear," he said. "So faith is what carried me through the whole time." ...

With fears of retaliation following the U.S. strikes, Rabbi Baron emphasized the importance of inspiring faith over fear. "Fear is normal for human beings; it's okay to be afraid.

With their own legal status precarious, Michelet and his wife see the passport as crucial proof that their U.S.-born son is an American citizen. Michelet, who only provided his first name for fear ...