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Vatican Synod Document Acknowledges Calls To Welcome Women, LGBTQ Catholics

Vatican prelates on Thursday (Oct. 27) acknowledged the clear call in the first round of reports from the faithful for inclusion of women, LGBTQ individuals and the poor.

Judge Dismisses SPU Lawsuit Aimed at Halting Probe Into University’s Hiring Practices

A federal judge on Wednesday (Oct. 26) dismissed Seattle Pacific University’s lawsuit that sought to stop Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s investigation into the school’s hiring practices.

Mark Driscoll Posts Picture With Steven Furtick; Mixed Reactions Follow

On Thursday (Oct. 27), Trinity Church senior pastor Mark Driscoll posted a photo of himself with Elevation Church lead pastor Steven Furtick to Facebook, drawing mixed reactions in the post’s comment section.

Disgraced Pastor Perry Noble on Repentance: ‘Jesus Changed Me, in His Time’

On Facebook this week, Perry Noble, senior pastor of Second Chance Church in Anderson, South Carolina, shares some lengthy “Thoughts on Repentance.” In an 1,100-word post on October 25, Noble refers to his “colossal screw up in 2016” and describes how God’s grace transformed his heart, mind, and actions.

Adult Content Among Fastest Growing Topics of Interest on Twitter; Advertisers Concerned

According to an internal report, “not safe for work” (NSFW) content, which includes nudity and pornography, is among the fastest growing topics of interest on Twitter among regular users.

Calvin University Inaugurates New President Amid Growing LGBTQ Tensions

As the son of lifelong missionaries, Calvin University’s new president, whose inauguration was Wednesday (Oct. 26), continues a proud Christian Reformed Church tradition of Dutch Calvinism.

‘Spurgeon the Pastor’ Shows Overlooked Aspect of Baptist Preacher’s Ministry

Famously known as the “Prince of Preachers,” legendary Baptist pastor Charles Spurgeon is most notable for his sermons which have been endlessly quoted by evangelical Christians for years.

It’s More Important Than Ever for Pastor Appreciation To Extend Beyond October

October is recognized as Pastor Appreciation Month. More than ever, Vanderbloemen urges churches to make sure their pastor feels that sentiment well beyond the flip of a calendar.

‘Tell What Happened’: Pastor and Last Surviving Eyewitness Urges Christians to Remember Emmett Till

The story of Emmett Till continues to resonate because it “provides us with a lens to understand racial conflict in our own moment,” said Theon Hill, associate professor of communications at Wheaton College.

Gloria Gaynor of ‘I Will Survive’ Shares God in Sacred, Secular Music

Gloria Gaynor recalls the heyday of her iconic Grammy-winning disco hit “I Will Survive” when the Lord reined her in.

Most Faith Groups Agree US Has Gone Astray. They Don’t Agree on the Way Forward.

Three-quarters of Americans say the country is heading in the wrong direction, and the majority of many religious groups agree with that sentiment, a new report shows. But they don't all agree on what, exactly, has gone wrong.

Poll: Nearly Half of Americans Think the US Should Be a Christian Nation

Forty-five percent of Americans believe the U.S. should be a “Christian nation,” one of several striking findings from a sweeping new Pew Research Center survey examining Christian nationalism.

‘The Chosen’ Director Clears Up Book of Mormon Misconception: ‘It’s Not a Direct Quote’

On Tuesday, director for “The Chosen” Dallas Jenkins addressed recent criticism of the show's Season 3 trailer, wherein Jesus delivers a line that some believed was a paraphrase of a verse from the Book of Mormon. 

‘Scary Christian Nationalism’ Is a ‘Smokescreen,’ Says Voddie Baucham on Allie Beth’s Stuckey’s Podcast

Dr. Voddie Baucham Jr. believes that concerns about Christian nationalism are distracting believers from engaging in the public square. Baucham shared his views on the Oct. 24 episode of Allie Beth Stuckey's Relatable podcast.

Mars Hill Leaders Planned To Accuse Him of Adultery, Claims Pastor Mark Driscoll

During a recent sermon, Pastor Mark Driscoll describes a “trap” allegedly set for him at his previous congregation. Driscoll, who resigned from Seattle-based Mars Hill amid allegations of bullying and abusive leadership, preached about Nehemiah and “the best way to deal with cruel enemies."

Scottish Venue That Canceled 2020 Franklin Graham Event To Pay Over $100K for Violating UK Equality Act

On Monday, a Scottish court ruled in favor of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in a lawsuit against a venue that canceled an event featuring Franklin Graham in 2020 on the grounds of Graham’s beliefs about human sexuality and Islam. 

Matt Chandler Says He Is ‘Eager To Return to The Village Church Soon’ in Instagram Post

On Monday, Chandler said in an Instagram post, “Jesus I don’t want to do this without you,” going on to share his thoughts regarding the last few months. He also described his eagerness to return to The Village Church.

Leaders Urge Christians To Defend Selves After Militants Kill 70

Leaders in Benue, Nigeria, are seeking to give Christian farmers AK-47s for self-defense after suspected militant herdsmen killed at least 70 Christians in several days of attacks there.

Southern Baptists Anticipate Inaugural Student Baptism Sunday

This Sunday (Oct. 30), will mark the first official observance of Student Baptism Sunday on the Southern Baptist Convention Calendar, and leaders across the convention are preparing for the celebration.

The Nun Who Became a Star Shares Her Wisdom in New Book of Letters

Sister Wendy Beckett was both a contemplative, deeply devoted to a life of prayer, and also, improbably, a BBC star, and later the subject of a British musical.

Phil McGraw and Ed Young Discuss God’s Calling, Parenting and the...

Dr. Phil McGraw recently spoke at Pastor Ed Young’s Fellowship Church, where McGraw shared his thoughts on topics including parenting, envy, and the importance of the church to society.

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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