Nigerian Christians decry demolition of churches in Jigawa state
Nigerian Christians were alarmed after the authorities demolished two church buildings in Dutse, the capital of the northern state of Jigawa.
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Archbishop of Canterbury tries to stop deportation of Iraqi Christian who escaped from ISIS
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has made an appeal to stop the deportation of an Iraqi Christian who fled his home in Mosul when ISIS seized the city in August 2014.
Trump reinstates policy that bans funding for promotion of abortions overseas
President Donald Trump has reinstated a policy on Monday that blocks federal funding to nongovernmental organizations that promote abortions overseas.
Mother files lawsuit over Bible study classes in West Virginia schools
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Catholic hospitals opt out of Colorado's assisted suicide law
Catholic hospitals in Colorado have refused to provide terminally ill patients with the option of physician-assisted suicide even though the practice was legalized in the state.
ISIS destroys ancient monuments in Palmyra
The Islamic State has blown up famous monuments in Palmyra just weeks after the jihadist group recaptured the ancient city from the Syrian government.
Boko Haram attacks camp that was mistakenly bombed by Nigerian air force
Boko Haram insurgents attacked a refugee camp that was accidentally bombed by the Nigerian military last week in an operation targeting the terrorist group.
Church of England considering plans to drop celibacy question for gay priests
The Church of England is considering plans to stop asking its gay clergy whether they are living a celibate lifestyle.
Queen's chaplain quits to openly criticize reading of Quran in Glasgow cathedral
One of the chaplains of the Queen of England has stepped down in order to freely criticize the reading of a Quranic passage at St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral earlier this month.
Philippine president slams Catholic church for opposing war on drugs
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Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds
Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers failed a test measuring their knowledge of the Bible, highlighting widespread gaps in biblical literacy, according to a report published Tuesday by Lifeway Research. The assessment used a traditional grading system ranging from A (90 and above) to F (below 60). The average score was 51, with 65% receiving an F, 9% a D, 9% a C, 8% a B and 9% an A.
James Talarico Draws on David and Jesus in Texas Senate Victory Speech
Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico drew comparisons between himself and the biblical figures of David and Jesus in a victory speech Tuesday after defeating Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state's U.S. Senate election. “I'm reminded of that story from Scripture of a shepherd boy who goes up against a giant,” Talarico told supporters in Austin shortly before midnight.
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Opens Up About Faith, Says ‘Revival Is Happening’
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, who drew national media attention this season for objecting to male trans-identified athletes in women's sports, reflected on her faith journey on an episode of Theo Von's podcast, saying she believes a revival is happening.
68% of US Teens Would Turn to Jesus for Identity Advice, but Parents Rank Higher
More than two-thirds of American teenagers say they would feel comfortable seeking guidance from Jesus about their identity, although parents and friends remain their preferred sources of advice, according to new research from Barna. Mothers emerged as the most trusted source of guidance, with 84% of teenagers expressing comfort in discussing identity-related questions with them.
NC County Appeals Preliminary Injunction in Summit Church Zoning Lawsuit
A North Carolina county has argued that its legal battle with former Southern Baptist Convention President J.D. Greear’s The Summit Church over a proposed campus expansion centers on the limits of federal court authority rather than allegations of religious discrimination.