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Seattle Pacific University Targets LGBTQ Displays With New Policy, Say Critics

The new policy, according to students and faculty who oppose it, is targeting the pro-LGBTQ paraphernalia that has adorned numerous faculty windows and other areas of campus over the last three years.

Trump, Once ‘Most Pro-Life President,’ Riles Anti-Abortion Activists With New Stance

President Donald Trump, who has touted himself as the “most pro-life president ever," has pivoted away from more strident anti-abortion rhetoric and railed against a six-week abortion ban.

Critics of Pope Francis Won’t Rain on Synod’s Parade, Says Papal Envoy to US

In the weeks leading up to the long-awaited Vatican Synod on Synodality, the Vatican representative to the U.S. said that Catholics shouldn’t be too concerned with pushback.

Vatican, Other Faith Leaders Join in Push for End of Death Penalty in Louisiana

The Vatican has joined U.S. faith leaders and anti-death penalty activists in supporting the Louisiana governor’s desire to clear the death row cells in his state.

Andy Stanley Affirms Traditional View of Marriage Following Controversial ‘Unconditional Conference’

On Sunday, Oct. 1, pastor and author Andy Stanley addressed swirling speculation about his stance on gay marriage during a service that was not livestreamed.

At Pro-life Gala, Former Supermodel Kathy Ireland Challenges Churches To ‘Wake Up’

Former supermodel Kathy Ireland was honored for her pro-life advocacy at the 2023 Live Action Gala on Saturday, Sept. 23. The Christian entrepreneur told attendees that churches need to “wake up.”

Christian and Missionary Alliance, Which Now Ordains Women, Loses 8 Congregations

Following a recent policy change regarding women in ministry, the Christian and Missionary Alliance experienced the departure of eight congregations, mostly in its southern district.

TGC Launches The Carson Center for Theological Renewal To Combat ‘Biblical Illiteracy’ and Foster ‘Spiritual Renewal’

On Tuesday, The Gospel Coalition announced the launch of The Carson Center for Theological Renewal, a new initiative aimed at battling biblical illiteracy to bring about spiritual renewal. 

‘Gay Christian’ Jonathan Merritt Shares Lessons From ‘Close Relationship’ With His Father, SBC’s Dr. James Merritt

Jonathan Merritt, a gay progressive Christian and the son of former SBC president Dr. James Merritt, recently shared how he and his father are able to have a close relationship despite their theological differences.

In Starfield, Players Choose Their Own Adventure—And Religion

In the hit new video game Starfield, players can explore strange new worlds. Along the way, they can find enlightenment in simple acts of human kindness or in solitude among the stars.

New Crop of Cardinals Shows Francis’ Push for Dialogue, Whatever the Cost

Pope Francis will create 21 new cardinals on Saturday (Sept. 30), solidifying his own priorities and signaling his hopes for his successor’s at a consistory called to coincide with next month’s Synod on Synodality.

South Sudanese Refugees, Fleeing a Second Civil War in Sudan, Return Home to Bleak Prospects

Churches are trying their best to meet basic needs in South Sudan. However, their resources are limited, and they can’t reach out to everyone.

‘The Devil Is Not Just a Liar, But a Loser’—Sean Feucht Laughs at The Satanic Temple’s Indiana State Capitol Copycat Performance

The Satanic Temple (TST) held its anti-Christian copycat of Sean Feucht's “Kingdom to the Capitol,” titled “Let Us Burn,” today at the Indiana State Capitol.

Kentucky Pastor Wins Over $61,000 on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ While Bringing Awareness to Foster and Adoption Care

Kentucky pastor Steven Bell won a total of $61,450 on the television game show Wheel of Fortune last week.

Willie and Korie Robertson: ‘The Blind’ Is Tough Viewing But Showcases the Power of Redemption

Willie Robertson, one of Phil Robertson’s sons and the current CEO of Duck Commander, recently addressed the challenge of viewing his family’s struggles on the big screen in the new movie, "The Blind."

‘If You Don’t Have God…How Do You Live With Hope?’—’Big Brother’ Host Julie Chen Moonves Found Faith

"Big Brother" host Julie Chen Moonves is speaking out about her spiritual awakening and newfound faith.

Michael Gungor Is ‘Church Shopping,’ Looking for Congregation ‘That Might Be Open to Heretics Like Me’

The announcement might have come as a surprise to some fans, as the once-renowned worship leader publicly deconverted from Christianity a number of years ago.

The Vatican’s ‘Synod on Synodality’ Is About to Begin. Here’s What to Know.

Catholic clergy and laypeople will gather at the Vatican Oct. 4-29 for the "Synod on Synodality," a summit that will discuss communion, participation and mission.

AME Bishop Silvester Beaman Named Chair of White House Council on African Engagement

African Methodist Episcopal bishop Silvester Beaman has been appointed chair of the new White House council that aims to foster dialogue between U.S. officials and African, Caribbean and African American communities.

David Platt Assures He’s Not Leaving As Church Votes To Install Mike Kelsey as Lead Pastor

This past Sunday, McLean Bible Church (MBC) held a church family meeting to vote on Mike Kelsey, their current MBC Montgomery County location pastor, to be their new lead pastor alongside David Platt.

‘The Church Is Called To Salt, Not Sugar,’ Says Pastor John...

John Amanchukwu Sr. serves as the First Assistant to the Senior Pastor and the Youth Pastor at the Upper Room Church of God in Christ in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Andy Bannister: How Pastors and Churches Can Stop Living as ‘Undercover...

Dr. Andy Bannister joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear.

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