Freed Chibok girls prevented from attending church and spending Christmas at home
The 21 Chibok girls who were released by Boko Haram in October were reportedly kept from attending church and spending Christmas at home with their families.
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Catholic group in Indonesia accuses Islamic leader of insulting Christianity
A Catholic group has filed charges against an Islamic leader for insulting Christianity based on a sermon he gave urging Muslims not to allow Christians to greet them "Merry Christmas."
Court conducts trial of pastor Yang Hua in secret
A court in China's Guizhou province conducted the trial of a prominent pastor in secret, preventing his wife from attending the hearing on Monday.
Franklin Graham on 2016 celebrity deaths: 'Our time on Earth is brief'
Famed evangelist Franklin Graham has taken note of several well-known personalities that have passed away in the year 2016 with a warning that death is what everyone has in common and life on Earth is brief, even for famous people.
Southern Baptist pastor rebukes 'lynch mob' attacking Russell Moore
Dwight McKissic, the pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Arlington, Texas, denounced other members of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) for attacking Russell Moore due to his criticism of President-elect Donald Trump.
Mall fights break out across the U.S. a day after Christmas
At least 15 fights reportedly broke out in malls across the U.S. the day after Christmas. The chaos resulted in the early closure of several malls and prevented some shoppers from searching for post-holiday deals and using their new gift cards.
Mark Zuckerberg dispels speculation that he is an atheist
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has denied being an atheist and said that he considers religion to be important.
Dozens of Pakistani Christians die after consuming toxic alcohol on Christmas
Dozens of Christians died and at least a hundred more fell sick after drinking toxic alcohol during Christmas celebrations in the district of Toba Tek Singh in eastern Punjab.
Philippine president visits victims of Christmas church attack
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte paid a visit to the victims of an explosion in front of a Catholic Church in Midsayap, North Cotabato to assure them that justice will be served.
Kidnapped Kerala priest pleads to Pope Francis, Indian government for help
Fr. Tom Uzhunnalil, a priest who was kidnapped in Yemen last March, appeared in a new video asking Pope Francis and the Indian government to help secure his release.
Former Khmer Rouge guerrillas who turned to God now ask for forgiveness
Many former members of the notorious Khmer Rouge who have turned to Christianity after the fall of Pol Pot's regime are now asking for forgiveness, but many of their fellow Cambodians doubt the sincerity of their conversions.
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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.