Oklahoma House advances bill prohibiting abortions of unborn babies with birth defects
The Oklahoma state House has approved a bill that seeks to ban abortions of unborn babies with birth defects or Down Syndrome.
Student-led prayers at Texas school board meetings are constitutional, appeals court rules
A federal appeals court has unanimously ruled on Monday that a Texas school district can open its board meetings with student-led prayers.
HeartCry founder Paul Washer expected to be released from hospital following heart attack
HeartCry Missionary Society founder Paul Washer is expected to be released from the hospital this weekend after undergoing an emergency surgery due to a massive heart attack.
Cleveland pastor cancels 'gang summit' aimed at reducing violence in Chicago
A Cleveland pastor has canceled a meeting with "street leaders" that intended to find ways to reduce gun violence in Chicago.
Democratic Senator says Neil Gorsuch must be rejected because of his pro-life beliefs
Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein has argued against the confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court because of his pro-life beliefs.
Mayor refuses to remove cross from city hall despite objection from atheist group
The mayor of Longwood city in Florida has refused to remove a cross memorial from the city hall despite objections from a prominent atheist organization, which described the display as exclusionary and unconstitutional.
Minnesota House panel approves bill banning taxpayer funding of abortions
A Minnesota House panel has approved a measure that would prohibit taxpayer funds from being used to pay for abortions in the state.
School district files motion to dismiss lawsuit seeking to end Bible classes
A West Virginia school district has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit aimed at ending the Bible in the Schools program, which has been offered in the schools since 1939.
Kansas Supreme Court hears arguments in case challenging ban on dismemberment abortions
The Kansas Supreme Court has started hearing the arguments in a lawsuit challenging the state's law prohibiting dismemberment abortions.
Facebook investigates censorship claim after receiving fresh complaints from Christian video blogger
A Christian video blogger, whose Facebook page was suspended last month for her posts highlighting her Biblical views about homosexuality, has claimed that her page is still being censored even after the social media giant issued an apology over the issue.
Nuns lose legal battle to prevent Katy Perry from purchasing convent
Katy Perry is closer to owning the Los Feliz convent in California after the two nuns who wanted to prevent her from purchasing the property lost their appeal last week.
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‘Zero A.D.’ Brings Nativity to Life Through a Story of Faith and Sacrificial Love
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.