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Puberty Is Spiritual in ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.’

By Olivia Bardo
'Are You There God?' It's Me, Margaret.' / Lionsgate
May 26, 2023
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Children are already exploring sexuality and religious skepticism in complex and important ways — so our films and books should, too.

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An image of the November 2026 issue of Sojourners, titled "Face to Face." It features George Lakey on the cover
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'Are You There God?' It's Me, Margaret.' / Lionsgate