Oklahoma Pastor Accused Of Stealing Nearly $1 Million In Church Funds
An Oklahoma pastor has been indicted on charges of financial fraud, recently-filed court documents state.
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Zelda Williams Leaves Social Media Accounts After 'Cruel' Comments Regarding Father's Death
Zelda Williams, daughter of deceased actor Robin Williams, announced Wednesday that she will be taking a break from her social media accounts after receiving \"cruel\" messages regarding her recent loss.
Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Williams Gives Heartfelt Dedication To Father
The death of famed comedian and actor Robin Williams shocked the world on Monday, and his daughter, Zelda Williams, offered a heartfelt tribute to her famous father on social media.
Spanish Priest Dies of Ebola
A Spanish priest working in Liberia has died of Ebola, a Madrid hospital confirmed Tuesday.
Former Pastor Launches Campaign In Mississippi to Legalize Marijuana: 'It's God's Medicine'
A former pastor is launching a state-wide campaign in Mississippi to legalize marijuana, saying the drug is "God's medicine" that has helped him as a paraplegic.
Atheist Group Threatens Georgia High School With Lawsuit for Praying
A national atheist group is threatening to sue a Georgia high school for allegedly disobeying the constitution during school football games.
Nigerian Government Official: Send Ebola Patients To Hospitals, Not Prayer Houses
A Nigerian government official said Monday that possible Ebola patients should avoid visiting prayer houses if they think they are infected with the deadly virus, and instead be moved to quarantine centers.
'Duck Dynasty' Cousin Fundraises Most Money In Louisiana Congressional Race
Zach Dasher, a cousin to the Robertson family of "Duck Dynasty" fame, is reportedly leading in fundraising among Republican competitors for Louisiana's 5th district congressional race.
21-Year-Old Atheist Receives Hate Mail For Challenging Alabama 'In God We Trust' Display
A 21-year-old atheist who spoke out against a "In God We Trust" display in Mobile, Alabama has reportedly received hate mail and death wishes for her comments, she claims.
U.S. Sends Arms Directly To Kurdish Forces In Iraq to Combat ISIS
The United States confirmed Monday that it would be sending arms directly to Iraq's Kurdish forces to combat the growingly-powerful Islamic State. This announcement comes after the U.S. performed airstrikes in the Middle Eastern country and provided humanitarian airdrops to stranded religious minorities.
Pope Francis Condemns Severe Persecution In Iraq: 'Children Are Dying of Thirst'
Pope Francis has recently condemned the ongoing violence in Iraq on behalf of the Islamic State, saying over the weekend that the international community must "stop these crimes and re-establish the rule of law."
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12 Christians Detained in Algeria After Worship Gathering as Police Seize Bibles
Algerian special forces raided a Christian worship gathering at a humanitarian shelter on Sept. 4, detaining all 12 people present on suspicion of holding an unauthorized non-Muslim religious service. Police entered the site and transferred the 12 detained Christians to the Bethioua police station.
Colorado Christian School Sees 96 Student Baptisms Through “5th Quarter” Gatherings
Nearly 100 students have been baptized during five periodic worship gatherings held at a Christian high school in Colorado after athletic competitions. Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch launched the 5th Quarter gatherings in fall 2024 and holds the student-focused worship and testimony events twice each academic year.
Iran Faces UN Scrutiny Over Confiscation of Historic Protestant Church
Two United Nations experts have called on Iran to explain the confiscation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Church in Tehran and the eviction of Christian families from the property. Reports emerged in July that Iranian authorities had seized the church, described as the country’s oldest Protestant congregation, and removed Christian residents living on the site.
Trump Highlights Global Christian Persecution at UN, Warns Iran of “Annihilation” Without Deal
President Donald Trump used his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday to draw attention to the persecution of Christians worldwide, criticizing the U.N. Human Rights Council for giving the issue little attention while condemning some of the world’s most repressive governments. “Christians are being persecuted all over the world; it's not even believable. I never thought I'd say it, but it's been happening for a long time.”
Baptist pastor, other Christians killed in attacks in Plateau state, Nigeria
Fulani militia attacks in one county in Plateau state, Nigeria over the weekend killed at least eight Christians, including a Baptist pastor and a church employee on their way to church services on Sunday (Sept. 20), sources said.