ACLU files lawsuit against Kentucky over new ultrasound abortion law
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has sued Kentucky officials over a new law requiring medical staff to conduct an ultrasound on pregnant women prior to an abortion.
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Alberta judge upholds ban on pro-life bus ad claiming it could cause 'psychological harm'
A judge in Alberta, Canada, upheld the decision by the City of Grande Prairie to ban a pro-life banner from its buses because they might cause "psychological harm" to women who have obtained an abortion in the past.
Judge extends injunction against rule requiring proper burial for aborted babies in Texas
A federal judge has extended the injunction against a rule that would require medical centers and abortion facilities in Texas to bury or cremate the remains of aborted babies.
Black pastors defend Jeff Sessions against accusations of racism
A group of black pastors held a press conference on Monday at the Capitol Hill to defend Donald Trump's Attorney General nominee Sen. Jeff Sessions against charges of racism.
Christian killed for selling alcohol as attacks against believers in Egypt escalate
A Christian shopkeeper was killed outside his store in Alexandria, Egypt last week for selling alcoholic beverages. The attacker reportedly yelled "Allahu akbar [Allah is the greatest]!" before cutting the shopkeeper's throat.
India Cardinal vows to protest acquittal of suspects in nun rape case
A cardinal has vowed to challenge the acquittal of two men who were accused of raping a 48-year-old nun at a nursing center run by missionaries in India in June 2015.
Congresswoman introduces bill that will redirect taxpayer funding away from Planned Parenthood
A congresswoman from Tennessee has introduced a bill that would take away taxpayer funding from Planned Parenthood and reallocate the money to health community centers that do not perform abortions.
Palestinian group claims responsibility for Jerusalem truck attack
A Palestinian group calling itself The Martyr of Baha Alyan Collective has claimed responsibility for the attack that killed four Israeli soldiers in Jerusalem on Sunday.
Pastor draws criticism for Carrie Underwood's performance at Passion 2017
Louie Giglio, a pastor of Atlanta's Passion City Church, has been criticized by the American Family Association (AFA) for allowing Carrie Underwood to perform at an evangelical conference he founded.
Florida shooting suspect claimed government forced him to watch ISIS videos
Florida shooting suspect Esteban Santiago had told the FBI in November last year that he was being controlled by a U.S. intelligence agency that ordered him to watch videos made by the Islamic State.
Chinese pastor who was jailed for divulging state secrets to appeal case
Yang Hua, a pastor of Living Stone Church in China's Guizhou province, is seeking to appeal his case after a court sentenced him to 30 months' imprisonment for exposing documents that contained plans for the destruction of his church.
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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.