United Reformed Church becomes first in UK to approve same-sex marriages
The United Reformed Church has voted to allow same-sex marriage in its churches, making it the first church in the UK to do so.
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Perry Noble fired from NewSpring Church, alcohol problems cited as reason
NewSpring Church confirmed on Sunday, July 10 that its founder Perry Noble was fired over an alcohol issue that has "gotten out of hand."
Billy Graham: How to win atheist loved ones for Jesus Christ
Is it possible for atheist family members and friends to know Christ? Evangelist Billy Graham answered the question through an online column.
'Vicar of Baghdad' suspended after being accused of paying ransoms to free sex slaves from ISIS
Anglican church leader known as the 'Vicar of Baghdad' is being suspected of buying back sex slaves to free them from ISIS.
Street preachers detained in UK for shouting 'all Muslims will burn in hell'
Police have arrested four Christian street preachers in a Bristol shopping center in the U.K., who angered shoppers and passersby with controversial and aggressive declarations.
UPDATE: Perry Noble fired from NewSpring Church? Alcohol problem confirmed in Sunday service announcement
Speculations that megachurch pastor Perry Noble was fired recently over domestic issues, among other things, are expected to be addressed at the Sunday services at NewSpring Church in South Carolina.
Iranian Christian woman thrown back in prison despite not completing urgent medical treatment
Iranian Christian convert Maryam Naghash Zargaran was temporarily released on medical furlough, but was called back to prison before her treatment was finished.
Christians in India fined for worshiping Jesus in public
Authorities in a village in Jharkhand, India told Christians to stop worshiping Jesus publicly or they would be fined and face other consequences.
Transgender bathroom court order appealed by school board in Virginia
The Gloucester County School Board in Virginia has filed an appeal against a federal judge's order that allows a transgender student to use the boys' restroom, saying it could cause possible disruption in the school.
Egyptian Muslims burn Christian homes over rumors of church construction on property
Around 300 Muslims burned four houses belonging to Coptic Christians in Samalout, Minya, Upper Egypt on June 30 after rumors spread that a church was being built on a property in the village.
Christianity in Cuba silently growing despite being 'in the shadows of culture'
Christianity has been silently growing in Cuba, and many organizations are working to help strengthen churches and pastors to spur the growth even more.
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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.