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Chicago Sun-Times' religion columnist Cathleen Falsani explains why people must sin boldly and how grace factors into the sinner's life. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan performs and discusses how her music connects her with listeners and with the universe.
Cathleen Falsani
Cathleen Falsani
Chicago Sun-Times' religion columnist discusses the intersection of politics and faith and how it played out in the recent presidential race. (1:49)
Full interview. (9:38)
Cathleen Falsani is an award-winning religion columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times. She also writes for the Religion News Service and The Huffington Post and has a popular blog, The Dude Abides. Christian Science Monitor named her debut book, The God Factor—profiles of well-known "culture shapers"—among the best nonfiction books of '06. Her latest, Sin Boldly, is a collection of stories about her experiences with grace. Falsani attended Wheaton College and holds masters degrees in journalism and theology.
Sarah McLachlan
Sarah McLachlan
Singer-songwriter describes how her writing has been successful and what it took to maintain creative freedom. (3:10)
Full interview. (9:46)
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan's unique voice and melodies have a devoted following of fans around the world. Since her '88 debut, each of her albums and videos has been certified gold, platinum or multi-platinum. The Canadian artist founded Lilith Fair— the most successful all-female music festival in history—and is known for her philanthropy and advancing the careers of women in music. McLachlan's new CD, "Closer: The Best of Sarah McLachlan," marks her fifth Top 15 charting album.