Grant Braaten

Staff writers for The Lion cover a wide range of issues facing American families and culture, especially related to the education of children and youth.

Culture
Chaplain and PA announcer for the Denver Nuggets, first time NBA finalists, uses voice and platform to serve God

Kyle Speller is no stranger to using his voice for the glory of God, but this year’s NBA Finals have provided him a unique opportunity on basketball’s biggest stage. As… Read More

June 12, 2023
Culture
Superbowl-winning Chiefs kicker wears pro-life message in White House visit with team

Harrison Butker, placekicker for the Kansas City Chiefs, donned a subtle, yet profound pro-life message for the Superbowl-winning team’s visit to the White House this week. Butker, an outspoken Catholic,… Read More

June 8, 2023
Culture
Oklahoma Sooners softball team boldly shares faith on way to record 48 straight wins 

The Oklahoma Sooners softball team got its 48th straight win in speculator fashion, but coaches and players are giving God the glory for the feat.  Facing off against the Clemson… Read More

June 2, 2023
Culture
LA Dodgers relaunch ‘Faith and Family Day’ days after reinviting anti-Catholic group to Pride Night

After a four-year hiatus, the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to relaunch the team’s Christian Faith and Family Day. It comes on the heels of widespread criticism of the team’s… Read More

May 31, 2023
Public Education
Florida teacher arrested again for sexual offenses with students, dubbed ‘threat to the community’

A Florida teacher is being considered a “threat to the community” after being arrested for the second time since February for sexual relations with a student. Arin Hankerd was arrested… Read More

May 30, 2023