Judge bans 5 pro-life advocates from picketing abortion clinics
A judge has banned five pro-life advocates from protesting outside abortion clinics in Michigan after they were convicted of trespassing and obstructing a police officer.
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Vatican admits altering photo of Benedict's comments on Francis
A Vatican office has admitted that it had altered a photo of a letter written by Pope emeritus Benedict XVI regarding Pope Francis' theological background.
Sweden's Social Democrats propose ban on all religious schools to combat segregation
Sweden's Social Democratic Party has proposed a ban on all religious charter schools in a bid to tackle segregation in the country amid a growing number of asylum seekers.
Tony Perkins accuses media of using Trump's alleged affair to 'shame evangelicals' into silence
Conservative leader Tony Perkins has accused the mainstream media of using President Donald Trump's alleged affair with a porn star as a means to "shame evangelicals for their political participation."
Pastor Andy Savage's victim speaks out about sexual assault in new video
The woman who has accused Highpoint Church Pastor Andy Savage of sexually assaulting her 20 years ago has spoken out about the case in a new video.
American Bible Society draws criticism for applying restrictive policies on use of .bible domain
The American Bible Society (ABS) is being criticized for applying restrictive policies on the use of its recently acquired .bible top-level domain name.
Public funds can't be used to repair church's stained glass windows, Massachusetts Supreme Court rules
A historic church in Massachusetts can receive taxpayer money in some circumstances, but it is not allowed to use the funds to preserve its stained glass windows, the state's high court has ruled.
Kentucky bill aimed at banning dismemberment abortions advances to Senate
A bill that seeks to ban an abortion procedure known as dilation and evacuation (D&E) in Kentucky has cleared the state House and is now headed to the Senate.
University's refusal to screen ex-gay film sparks protest
Protesters gathered outside a Northern Ireland university on Tuesday over its refusal to screen a film that highlights the story of people who have left homosexuality.
Christian asylum seeker remains in limbo as Swedish government refuse to reconsider deportation order
A Christian asylum seeker in Sweden remains in a legal limbo as the government refuses to reconsider an order to deport her back to her native Iran, where she is said to face the risk of imprisonment, rape and even death because of her faith.
Oklahoma Senate approves bill that seeks to protect faith-based adoption agencies
The Oklahoma Senate has passed a measure that would protect faith-based organizations from being forced to place a child for adoption or foster care even if it violates their religious or moral convictions.
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United Methodist Church Selects US, Zimbabwe for Historic 2028 General Conference
The United Methodist Church (UMC) will convene its 2028 General Conference at two locations simultaneously for the first time in the denomination’s history, bringing together delegates in the United States and Africa for its highest legislative assembly. The UMC Commission on the General Conference announced Tuesday that Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harare, Zimbabwe, will jointly host the gathering.
Middle East Christians Face Uncertain Future as Global Persecution Threatens Over 400 Million
Christian persecution has worsened in more than half of 18 countries surveyed by a Catholic watchdog, raising concerns about the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. The Middle East has emerged as an area of particular concern, where prolonged instability threatens Christianity’s presence in its historic birthplace.
Multisite Churches Expanding Rapidly Across US, Attracting Nearly 10% of Protestant Churchgoers
Multisite churches are expanding rapidly across the United States, attracting nearly one in 10 Protestant churchgoers, but their growth is increasingly outpacing the development of qualified leaders, according to a new national study. The report identified more than 1,800 multisite churches operating over 6,000 campuses nationwide, highlighting the growing influence of congregations that maintain multiple worship locations under a unified organizational structure.
Allie Beth Stuckey Urges Christians to Limit Halloween Participation and Avoid Horror Films
New York Times bestselling author and BlazeTV host Allie Beth Stuckey has drawn mixed reactions from Christians after questioning whether believers should embrace Halloween festivities and consume horror-themed entertainment. During the Oct. 19 episode of her “Relatable” podcast, Stuckey addressed the different ways Christians approach Halloween, acknowledging that the subject involves personal convictions and differing interpretations of Christian freedom.
Federal Appeals Court Sides With Churches in Immigration Raids Dispute
A federal appeals court has handed a legal victory to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations challenging the Trump administration’s decision to permit immigration enforcement operations at places of worship. A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed a lower court’s decision rejecting the religious groups’ request for a preliminary injunction.