Pope Francis to speak at 'Together 2016' Christian event, say organizers
The organizers of "Together 2016," a gathering of Christians on July 16, confirmed that Pope Francis will be sharing a message during the event.
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Gay marriage one step closer in Scottish Episcopal Church
The Scottish Episcopal Church has voted on Friday, June 10, to revise its canon law by removing the clause that defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
China residents must submit DNA samples to obtain travel documents in Xinjiang
Authorities in Xinjiang, China announced that the residents of Ili prefecture need to submit blood samples for DNA profiling as a requirement for their travel documents.
Greek gods making a comeback in modern-day Hellenic churches
The ancient worship of Greek gods appears to be returning as churches that espouse adoration for the mythological figures have spung up in modern-day Greece.
Religious freedom continues to deteriorate in India
A human rights watchdog reported that religious freedom is deteriorating in India, citing the government's failure to implement existing laws and its impunity for police.
Christian leaders express solidarity with persecuted Shia Muslims in Pakistan
Leaders of Christian churches in Pakistan announced that they are in solidarity with the Shia Muslims.
'Virgin Mary' appears on tree? Image draws crowds in Chicago neighborhood
The image of what people believe to be the Virgin Mary has appeared in South Deering, Chicago, and people have been flocking at the church to see it.
'Snake pastor' demonstrates 'God's power' by driving car over church members
A pastor from South Africa decided to show a demonstration of God's power by telling church members to sleep before driving a car over their bodies.
Mom pens letter to doctor who recommended abortion for her baby with Down syndrome
The mother of a 15-month-old baby with Down syndrome sent a letter to the doctor who once advised her to have her baby terminated.
School halts Obama transgender bathroom policy after parents pull kids out in Michigan
A school in Michigan is taking a "pause" in implementing Pres. Obama's transgender bathroom policy while they "gather feedback" about the issue, after parents pulled their kids out of the school following one 9-year-old complaining to his dad: "There was a girl in the boys' bathroom."
First-grader reprimanded by police for distributing Bible verses at school in California
A police officer visited the home of a first grade student in California to order him to stop giving out Bible verses at school.
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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.