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Bishop Accused of Setting His Church on Fire Faces Decades in Prison

The bishop of a church in Louisville, Kentucky, has been arrested and charged with first-degree arson following an investigation into a fire at his church’s building. If convicted, Jonathan Mullins of Greater New Hope Community Church faces 20 to 50 years or life in prison. 

Pope Francis Tells Ukraine That There Is ‘No Shame in Negotiating’

The pope’s words were met with outrage by Ukrainian political and religious leaders, while the Vatican scrambled to clarify the comments.

Injured Israeli Reservists Join Jerusalem Marathon, Share What They Wish the World Knew About the War

Two Israeli reservists who were wounded in action during the war in Gaza participated in the Jerusalem Marathon that took place Friday, March 8, amid the ongoing war. The marathon was a tribute to Israel Defense Forces (IDF), hostages, and rescue teams.

Jeremy Camp’s Wife Reports His Heart Surgery Was a ‘Success’

Dove Award-winning Christian contemporary musician (CCM) Jeremy Camp (46) had a successful heart procedure on Monday, March 11.

‘Sound of Freedom’ Director Celebrates Another Hit As ‘Cabrini’ Grosses $7.5M and Earns A+ Ratings Opening Weekend

"Cabrini" tells of the heroic Italian immigrant Francesca Cabrini, who advocates for hundreds of orphans in New York.

Dallas Jenkins Shares ‘Bad News’ About the Release of ‘The Chosen,’ Season 4

Dallas Jenkins revealed on Sunday, March 10, that the release of “The Chosen,” Season 4, to streaming has been delayed. He asked for people’s understanding and explained that he and his team are doing their best to get the new season out as fast as possible.

John MacArthur’s Comments About Martin Luther King Jr.’s Faith Are ‘Plainly Slanderous,’ Says Justin Giboney

Christian leaders debated the theological beliefs of civil rights hero Martin Luther King Jr. with renewed passion over the weekend after an article defending King began circulating online on Friday. 

Jeremy Camp Asks for Prayers Ahead of Procedure To Treat Heart Condition

Christian musician Jeremy Camp has requested prayers for a medical procedure he’s undergoing today (March 11). Over the weekend, the singer-songwriter took to social media to “bring this to everyone’s attention” so they could be praying for successful surgery.

Scripture-Quoting Alabama Judge in IVF Case Bridges Natural Law and Christian Nationalism

But those who know Tom Parker say his IVF concurring opinion was not simply a heartfelt expression of faith, but part of a strategy the chief justice has used to create legal precedent for conservative causes.

Jesus’ Resurrection Is ‘Under Taught,’ ‘Under Preached,’ and ‘Under Believed’—Dr. Jeremiah Johnston Publishes New Bible Study

Apologist and New Testament scholar Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston just released a Bible study, titled “Body of Proof,” that closely examines the events of Easter weekend.

2024 Movieguide Award Winners Include Dennis Quaid, ‘Sound of Freedom,’ ‘Jesus Revolution,’ Lori Loughlin

The winners of the 31st Annual Movieguide Faith & Values Awards Gala have been revealed and include the films “Jesus Revolution,” “Sound of Freedom,” and “The Super Mario Bros Movie.” Actors Dennis Quaid and Lori Loughlin were also honored. 

‘In the Name of the Mother, Daughter and Holy Spirit’: Catholic Women Advocate Change

In the week leading up to International Women’s Day, Catholic women gathered near the Vatican and online to promote female leadership in the Catholic Church, demanding equality and visibility while urging the institution to set its fears about change aside.

Survivors Say DOJ Investigation Into SBC Executive Committee Is Not Closed

This week, conflicting reports have emerged regarding whether the year-and-a-half long investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ) into whether SBC leadership is criminally responsible for mishandling sexual abuse had come to a close.

Catherine Lidstone From ‘The Chosen’ Stars in New Easter Film ‘Forty-Seven Days With Jesus’

Catherine Lidstone, best known for her role as Lazarus’ sister Mary in the critically-acclaimed series “The Chosen,” stars as Juliana Burdon in a heartwarming Easter movie titled “Forty-Seven Days with Jesus.”

‘Give Your Life to Jesus,’ Pleads Grieving Mom After the Murder of Laken Riley

Allyson Phillips has clung to her faith during "the most devastating, unimaginable loss"—the murder of her 22-year-old daughter, Laken Riley. Riley was attacked and murdered while on her morning run on the campus of the University of Georgia.

Former California Church Administrator Faces up to 20 Years in Prison for Embezzling Over $360,000

Chanell Easton, a former administrator at a Northern California church, has been found guilty of two counts of aggravated identity theft. Easton, 38, was indicted in 2022 on those charges plus 22 counts of wire fraud.

SBC Pastor Allegedly Sent Teen Lewd Texts After Sexually Assaulting Her, According to Police Report

Police have revealed the content of text messages allegedly sent by Florida pastor Monte Lavelle Chitty to a 15-year-old girl he allegedly drugged and sexually assaulted. The messages are disturbing and graphic in nature. 

For Infertile Couples, the Fate of Frozen Embryos Is Deeply Personal

The fate of frozen embryos has been the subject of fierce debate in recent weeks after the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos are “extra-uterine children” and protected by the state’s wrongful death law.

Tim Tebow Urges Congress Members To Give Children Suffering Sexual Abuse the ‘Biblical Definition of Hope’

Tim Tebow joined three other experts in a panel Wednesday morning to petition a subcommittee of the House Judiciary Committee to aid in efforts to identify and rescue victims of child sexual abuse.

SBC Pastor Ed Young Receives Criticism for Calling Migrants ‘Undesirables’ and ‘Garbage’

Ed Young, Second Baptist Church senior pastor and former Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) president, has drawn criticism for calling undocumented migrants “undesirables” and “garbage” during a Feb. 25 sermon.

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

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