Sex offenders can go to church even with children present, appeals court rules
The Indiana Court of Appeals has ruled that people who are considered sex offenders can attend church services, even if there are children present.
University blasted for poster asking whether the phrase 'you need Jesus' is hate speech
A Christian student leader is demanding an apology from Kent State University over a poster that asked whether the phrase "you need Jesus" is a form of hate speech.
Illegal immigrant teen has abortion in Texas after weeks-long legal battle
A 17-year-old pregnant girl who crossed illegally into the U.S. had obtained an abortion in Texas on Wednesday after weeks of legal battle in state and federal courts.
Benny Hinn denounced by nephew for propagating 'prosperity gospel'
Famed televangelist Benny Hinn has been denounced by his own nephew because of his efforts in promoting the "prosperity gospel," which holds that believers can obtain health and wealth through positive confessions of faith and payments of tithes and offerings.
Missouri judge upholds law requiring 72-hour waiting period before abortion
A Jackson County judge has denied a request to block a Missouri law that required abortionists to meet with their patients three days prior to the procedure.
Georgetown student group faces sanctions for promoting traditional marriage
A Catholic student group at Georgetown University is in danger of being sanctioned after it was accused of being a "hate group" for promoting its belief that marriage is "monogamous and permanent union between a man and a woman."
New Jersey SC hears challenge to grant scheme for preservation of historic churches
The New Jersey Supreme Court has begun to hear the arguments in the case challenging the preservation grant scheme that allows historic churches in the state to receive taxpayer funds to fix damages to their buildings.
Black church leaders throw their support for Colorado baker who refused to bake gay wedding cake
Conservative black church leaders have launched a campaign to show their support for Colorado baker Jack Phillips, who is currently awaiting a hearing at the U.S. Supreme Court on a case over his refusal to bake a cake for a same-sex wedding.
US abortion rate fell by 25 percent over the last 6 years, new study reveals
A new study published in the American Journal of Public Health has indicated that the abortion rate in the U.S. has fallen 25 percent between 2008 and 2012.
Museum of the Bible's VP responds to claims that exhibits contain 'very little Jesus'
The Museum of the Bible's vice president has recently responded to claims that the new institution, which is set to open in Washington D.C. in November, largely ignores the story of Jesus Christ in its exhibits.
ISIS celebrates death toll from California wildfires in latest newsletter
The Islamic State terror group has celebrated the death toll from the recent wildfires that have struck California in the latest edition of its newsletter.
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Texas Chief Justice-Elect Seeks to End Religious Exemptions for Judges Who Refuse Same-Sex Weddings
Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice-elect Maggie Ellis has announced plans to overturn a rule protecting judges who decline to officiate same-sex weddings because of their religious beliefs.
China’s New Law Expands Communist Party Control Over Religious Freedom, Report Warns
A law that came into effect this year gives the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) increased powers to restrict religious practice even as several Christians remain imprisoned for carrying out their ministries, according to an advocacy group’s new report. In the past year freedom of religion in China has deteriorated with the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress coming into effect on July1.
Calvary Chapel Pastors Push Back Against Costa Mesa’s Ordination of Women
Several pastors affiliated with the Calvary Chapel movement have publicly criticized Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa’s affirmation of women serving as pastors, following an announcement by Char Brodersen at the church that once served as the movement’s flagship congregation. The Calvary Chapel Association (CCA), through its Heartland Regional Team, reaffirmed its opposition to appointing women as pastors or elders.
“I Would Never Renounce My Faith”: 20-Year-Old Egyptian Christian Killed by ISIS in Libya
A 20-year-old Egyptian Christian was reportedly killed by Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Libya after resisting repeated demands to abandon his Christian faith and embrace Islam while in captivity. Milad Malak, a Coptic Christian, was the only Christian among a group of Egyptian workers abducted by ISIS fighters, according to Open Doors, which cited accounts from two Muslim companions who were later released.
Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills 3 Students at Christian Bible School, Injures 6
Three students were killed and six others injured when Myanmar's military launched an airstrike and drone assault on a Christian Bible school in Karen State. The attack occurred Tuesday in Day Bu Noh village in Hpapun District, an area largely populated by Christian Karen communities. Military aircraft reportedly dropped bombs before armed drones struck the village, with one exploding directly above the Bible school.