Most white evangelicals don't view Islam as part of American society, Pew survey reveals
Two-thirds of white evangelicals do not view Islam as part of mainstream American society, according to a new study conducted by Pew Research Center.
Texas Senate advances five pro-life measures in special session
The Texas Senate has advanced five pro-life measures in a late-night vote during a special legislative session called by Gov. Greg Abbott last month.
Military policy on transgender service members will remain unchanged, says top general
A top military official has stated that there will be no changes to the current policy on transgender service members until President Donald Trump issues guidance to the Pentagon.
Missouri governor passes bill requiring annual inspections on abortion clinics
Missouri Governor Eric Greitens has passed a wide-ranging pro-life measure that includes a provision that requires abortion clinics to be inspected annually.
Arkansas man faces felony charge for destroying Ten Commandments Monument
An Arkansas man is now facing a felony charge for destroying a Ten Commandments Monument that was installed on the grounds of the Capitol building last month.
Pastor moves out of home after receiving threats for objecting to Facebook's rainbow flag emoji
A pastor from West Virginia has been forced to move out of his home after he received numerous death threats for expressing his opposition to Facebook's new rainbow flag emoji.
Charlie Gard's parents agree to let baby die in hospice
Charlie Gard's parents, Connie Yates and Chris Gard, has agreed to a court decision to let their 11-month old son to be transferred to a hospice where he will spend his final hours.
Samuel Rodriguez calls for release of evangelical pastor being prepared for deportation
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, the president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), has called on President Donald Trump's administration to release a Guatemalan-born evangelical pastor who is currently detained in California and being prepared for deportation.
Justin Bieber denies rumors that he canceled tour to start his own church
Canadian pop sensation Justin Bieber has denied that he canceled the remainder of his current world tour to start his own church.
Richard Dawkins slams cancellation of Berkeley event: 'Why do you give Islam a free pass?'
Famed atheist and author Richard Dawkins has accused a California radio station of giving Islam a "free pass" after it canceled his appearance following protests from students.
Illinois bishop says politicians who helped legalize gay marriage should not receive communion
An Illinois bishop, who issued a decree banning funeral rites for same-sex couples last month, has doubled down on his stance by declaring that politicians who helped make same-sex marriage legal must not receive Communion.
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Director Alejandro Monteverde, best known for “Sound of Freedom,” is bringing the Nativity to the big screen this Christmas season with “Zero A.D.: The Birth of Christ,” a biblical epic highlighting the courage and faith behind the birth of Jesus. Distributed by Angel Studios, the drama-thriller opens in theaters Dec. 11 and depicts Mary and Joseph’s struggle to protect the newborn Messiah amid political turmoil.
Texas-Based Anglican Diocese Elects Paul Donison as Bishop After Months of Deadlock
The Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast has chosen the Rev. Paul Donison as its next bishop, ending months of uncertainty following an inconclusive election in May. The Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) announced Wednesday that the Texas-based diocese elected Donison on Nov. 7.
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.