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Local Associations Key to Southern Baptist Credentialing, Cooperation

A pattern of trying to clarify the responsibilities of the Southern Baptist Convention's Credentials Committee has remained since the group was repurposed by messengers in 2019. 

When It Comes to Halloween, Pastors Have Opinions, According to New Survey

How do Christians celebrate Halloween? It might depend on their pastor, according to a survey, released Tuesday, by Lifeway Research of Protestant Christian pastors from all across the United States.

For Father James Martin, Ministry Means Going Wherever the People Are

This time of great change affords Catholic clergy the chance to adapt to new needs and serve people in new ways. Few have done so with the success of the Rev. James Martin.

11 Christian NFL Players Who Give God All the Glory

Here’s an updated “roster” of Christian NFL players to watch out for this season. On any given Sunday (or Monday night, or Thursday night), it’s now quite common to hear pro football players and coaches mention God and their faith.

Debates About Interracial Marriage, Childbearing Emerge as Christian Nationalism Continues To Gain Support

“There is a difference between something being sinful absolutely and something being sinful relatively,” said author Stephen Wolfe. “Interethnic marriage can be sinful relatively but not absolutely.”

Hollywood Has an Agenda To Attack Manhood, Christian Values, Says ‘Tokyo Drift’ Star

“There’s a definite agenda” in Hollywood to attack Christian and family values, says Lucas Black, who has starred in “NCIS: New Orleans” and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.” Black pursued his newest film, “Legacy Peak,” in order to point people to Jesus and present a positive view of manhood.

Greg Locke Calls Catholic Statues and Rosary Beads Demonic, Announces Halloween Mass Burning Event

On Monday, Greg Locke announced another burning service, which will take place on Halloween. The controversial pastor listed occult items to bring to burn. His list included Catholic statues and rosary beads.

St. Sabina Stands by Chicago Priest Rev. Michael Pfleger Amid Second Set of Abuse Allegations

A prominent Catholic parish in Chicago denounced abuse allegations against its popular pastor, Rev. Michael Pfleger, and demanded an investigation into those allegations be resolved quickly.

Southern Baptist Support for Ukraine Continues; Seminary Forced to Meet in Bomb Shelter

Russia’s increased attacks across Ukraine forced the Ukrainian Baptist Theological Seminary to hold classes in basement bomb shelters, UBTS President Yaroslav Pyzh said in a new video.

Beth Moore on Cremation, the Silence of God and What She Would Bring to Your Potluck

At a Living Proof Live event this past weekend, author and Bible teacher Beth Moore exhorted attendees to persevere in holding on to the confession of their faith in Jesus amid a culture that is increasingly chaotic. Moore also took audience questions, some lighthearted and some heavy.

It Costs as Much as $1,000 a Ticket To See Elevation Worship in LA. Why?

Many have expressed excitement about Elevation Worship coming to a city near them. However, after attempting to purchase tickets, some have been left reeling from sticker shock.

After Being Shot, NFL Rookie Focuses on God’s ‘Bigger Purpose for Me’

On October 13, Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. ran for the winning score against the Chicago Bears—less than two months after being shot in an attempted robbery.

Suit: California Teacher Says Bright Horizons Fired Her for Exercising Religious Belief

A Southern California teacher has sued Bright Horizons Children’s Center, an international childcare program, claiming religious discrimination after she said she was terminated for refusing to read children’s books promoting same-sex marriage.

Native Americans Recall Torture, Hatred at Boarding Schools

After her mother died when Rosalie Whirlwind Soldier was just four years old, she was put into a Native American boarding school in South Dakota and told her native Lakota language was “devil's speak.”

Pope Extends Reform Process for Year Amid Apathy, Criticism

Pope Francis has decided to extend by a year a lengthy global consultation of ordinary Catholics about the future of the Catholic Church, amid limited participation and resistance.

Prominent Chicago Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse of Minor

A Catholic priest who gained national fame as an activist has been asked to step away from his ministry while allegations that he sexually abused a minor decades ago are investigated.

Scholar and Preacher Jonathan Lee Walton Named Next President of Princeton Seminary

Rev. Jonathan Lee Walton, an academician, preacher and administrator who has served on the faculties of Wake Forest and Harvard divinity schools, has been named the next president of Princeton Theological Seminary.

Cooperative Program Helps Fuel Send Relief’s International Ministry Projects

While the damage caused by natural disasters and the devastation of the war in Ukraine continue to make headlines, giving to the Cooperative Program is continuing to fund the compassion ministry of Send Relief around the world.

State of the Bible: Printed Bibles More Popular Than Apps

Printed Bibles remain the most popular choice among Bible readers, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in its latest installment of the 2022 State of the Bible.

Hope Church Utah Sees Spiritual Fruit in the Salt Lake Valley

Utah pastor encourages Southern Baptists to not wait until 2027 to develop loving relationships with different belief systems wherever they are.

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.

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