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'Mother church' of Vineyard USA splits from denomination
In a move that has "grieved" Vineyard USA, Vineyard Anaheim, the "mother church" of the movement, has announced that it is officially disassociating from the charismatic denomination.
Americans are leaving church and most aren't coming back - report
"Without robust religious experiences to draw on, Americans feel less connected to the traditions and beliefs of their parents' faith."
Hillsong's Atlanta pastor quits over scandals
The pastor of Hillsong's Atlanta, Georgia, church has announced he is stepping down in the wake of successive scandals in the Australia-based denomination.
Study: More congregations in the US are reopening but attendance remains flat
In churches across the US, there has been little or no rise in the number of people attending in-person religious services over the past six months.
Anti-woke preachers Voddie Baucham and Tom Ascol to be nominated as SBC leaders
Two Baptist preachers known for their claims that the nation's largest Protestant denomination is becoming too liberal will be nominated for top roles in the Southern Baptist Convention.
Christian Post's tweet about transgender Biden official breached 'hateful conduct' policy
The tweet was censored and The Christian Post's Twitter account suspended over the tweet that said Rachel Levine, a trans-identified Biden official, is a man.
Most Americans think nation's moral compass is pointing in the wrong direction
A majority of Americans, including Christians and non-Christians, are concerned that America's moral compass is pointed in the wrong direction and they're turning to family for guidance
Mark Wahlberg says Hollywood resisted his new faith-based movie, 'Father Stu'
The devout Catholic spent several years pitching the religious drama to Hollywood studios. But in his words, "Hollywood doesn't make films like this."
Twitter suspends Congresswoman for trans-critical tweet
Rep Vicky Hartzler of Missouri was suspended Monday for posting a tweet stating, "Women's sports are for women, not men pretending to be women."
Biden pushes trans rights during State of the Union
Biden delivered a message to "our younger transgender Americans," telling them "I'll always have your back as your president so you can be yourself and reach your God-given potential."
Senate defeats bill to codify abortion rights into federal law
As a bill that would have codified the right to abortion into federal law failed to advance in the U.S. Senate Monday, pro-life advocates contend that Senate Democrats who supported the bill are "radically out of touch with the American people."
US Supreme Court to hear case of Christian web designer
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of a Christian web designer challenging a Colorado state law requiring her to create wedding websites for same-sex couples if she also offers similar services for other couples.
Franklin Graham sends disaster response teams to Europe
"If this drags out for another week or two or three, the refugees could be in the millions," Graham said.
RZIM responds to report claiming nearly $1m was spent defending Ravi Zacharias against sexual misconduct allegations
The board of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries reacted to a report detailing how leaders turned a blind eye to Zacharias' misdeeds for years and spent nearly $1 million to defend the late apologist against allegations of sexual misconduct, saying that while it does "not agree with everything in it," it hopes to nevertheless "repent and learn from our mistakes."
For clergy, Covid-19 has brought both burnout and breakthrough
Some say they are exhausted. Some are thinking about quitting. Others, while they are weary and the future is uncertain, say the pandemic has also brought opportunities for ministry and growth.
Justin Bieber's new tour offers incentives for fans to do good, support nonprofits
"We are excited to have this opportunity to connect with the Justin Bieber fan base," said Pastor Mike McBride, Live Free's national director.