Evangelical leaders call for prayers after Florida school shooting
Several evangelical leaders have called for prayers after the mass shooting at a Florida high school that resulted in the deaths of more than a dozen people.
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Egyptian court sentences Muslim man to death for murder of Coptic Christian priest in Cairo
An Egyptian court has sentenced a Muslim man to death by hanging on Monday for the murder of a Coptic Christian priest in Cairo last October.
Kentucky governor files brief supporting Christian business owner who refused to print gay pride shirts
Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin has submitted a legal brief to the Kentucky Supreme Court in support of a Christian business owner who refused to print t-shirts for a gay rights festival due to his religious beliefs.
Iowa Senate committee approves bill aimed at banning abortions after fetal heartbeat is detected
An Iowa Senate committee has passed a measure that would ban most abortions in the state after the unborn baby's heartbeat is detected.
Catholic school withdraws threat to expel student who displayed Planned Parenthood sticker on laptop
A Catholic school in Connecticut has decided not to expel a student who had displayed a sticker promoting Planned Parenthood on her laptop.
Florida megachurch compensates Outback server who was fired after complaining about not receiving tip
A Florida megachurch had reportedly compensated an Outback Steakhouse worker who was fired after she complained on Facebook about not receiving a tip from a $735 order from church members.
Arkansas school removes Bible quotes from choir room following complaint from atheist group
A school in Arkansas has decided to take down posters containing Bible verses and Gospel quotes after receiving a complaint a Wisconsin-based atheist organization.
Christian magistrate in UK files discrimination case over removal for gay adoption views
A Christian magistrate who was removed from his position because of his views on gay adoption has filed a religious discrimination case against the Lord Chief Justice and Lord Chancellor.
Jailed American pastor pens heartbreaking note to wife from Turkish prison
American evangelical Pastor Andrew Brunson has written a "heartbreaking" note to his wife as he remains locked away in a Turkish prison over his alleged links to a terror group.
Trump's Education Department will no longer investigate transgender student bathroom complaints
The Education Department has reportedly stated that it will no longer investigate or take any action on complaints filed by transgender students who have been barred from using bathrooms that correspond with their gender identity.
Walgreens draws criticism for new transgender restroom policy
The Walgreens drugstore chain has drawn criticism from conservative groups after it adopted a new policy that would allow customers to use bathrooms that correspond with their gender identity
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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.