United in loving visions, hands held taut with our God endeared.” Yes, through the years I’ve gradually come to realize holding hands with fellow believers can be a worthwhile endeavor.

Popular chimpanzees set hand-holding trends for the whole group. Apes copy the social customs of their influential peers—and their moms. By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira. Published Feb 15, 2023 2:00 PM EST.

Jasper Vernes-Sewratan and Ronnie Sewratan-Verne were holding hands in Arnhem, Netherlands, when they were attacked by a group in the early hours of Sunday morning.