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In Targeting Catholic Charities, Republicans Amplify Right-Wing Catholic Fringe

On Capitol Hill, a handful of Republican lawmakers are threatening to reduce or eliminate funding for Catholic Charities and other faith-based groups who offer aid to immigrants at the Southern border.

Does ‘Barbie’ Push an ‘LGBTQ Agenda’? Not Really

Despite the alarms sounded by some conservative media outlets, the new “Barbie” movie, which released on July 21, does not contain any LGBTQ storylines, nor does it have any overtly queer characters. The movie does have a heavy-handed message, however, about the power dynamics between men and women.

‘I Barely Touched the Lady’—James MacDonald Addresses Assault Charges in Recent Interview

In an interview published last week, former megachurch pastor James MacDonald discussed his arrest in California earlier this year for allegedly assaulting a 59-year-old woman during a traffic altercation.

Dr. Derwin Gray Condemns Slavery as ‘Evil’ With Regard to New Florida Standards

Among the critics of the newly revised Florida standards for teaching African American history is Dr. Derwin Gray, founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church near Charlotte, North Carolina.

‘You Gave Him to Us, and I Give Him Back to You’—Greg Laurie Grieves Loss of His Son, Christopher Laurie, 15 Years Ago

Christopher Laurie, son of Greg and Cathe Laurie, was killed in a car accident in 2008. After 15 years, Greg Laurie continues to live in the tension of grief and hope.

‘I’ve Made America Great’—Trump Responds to Question About His Faith Journey

Former president Donald Trump was recently asked about how his presidency impacted his faith journey. His response was notably circuitous, leaving voters with a less than clear picture of his personal faith. 

After Troubled Decade, Kenya Methodists Elect New Presiding Bishop

After forcing out their leader three months ago, the Methodist Church in Kenya elected a new presiding bishop on Thursday (July 20), raising hopes for a denomination that has faced the threat of schism due to bitter disagreements within its leadership.

Frederick D. Haynes III on Succeeding Jesse Jackson, Marching and ‘Woke Preaching’

Frederick D. Haynes III, who has led a Black megachurch in Dallas for 40 years, has just been chosen to take the place of Jesse Jackson, who was president of Rainbow PUSH Coalition for more than five decades.

Louisiana Pastor Locks Himself in a Prayer Room in the Hopes of Combating Crime

Dwight Pate, senior pastor of Church Point Ministries in North Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has locked himself in a prayer room in the hope that his prayers will help combat crime throughout Louisiana’s capitol city.

Respect for Family Is Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott’s Top Priority Following Pure Flix Merger

Following the recent merger of Great American Media (GAM) with the Pure Flix platform, media executive Bill Abbott is pledging to remain a leader in high-quality, positive content that’s suitable for family viewing.

Jim Caviezel: ‘I’m Still Jesus,’ but Trump Is ‘The New Moses’

“Sound of Freedom” star Jim Caviezel recently expressed his belief that Donald Trump is “the new Moses,” who, if elected in 2024, will spearhead a liberation movement for victims of child sex trafficking. 

Meet the Christian Creators Designing Chatbots ‘With a Biblical Worldview’

Since its launch in November 2022 by the research laboratory OpenAI, the chatbot spurred excitement among Christians, forcing leadership to reckon with this technology and adapting their habits.

Texas Baptists Affirm Women in ‘Ministerial’ Roles as SBC Debate Moves to States

In the same week as the Texas Baptists’ meeting, Black leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention and SBC President Bart Barber met over similar issues in Ridgecrest, North Carolina.

Civil Lawsuit Over Girl’s Death Names the Rock Church as a Defendant

Almost one year after a former elder at Rock Church allegedly murdered her adopted daughter, the San Diego megachurch and one of its employees have been named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit.

‘Can You Believe It?’—Dallas Jenkins Celebrates as ‘The Chosen’ Graces the Cover of TV Guide

Critically acclaimed Christian series “The Chosen” was featured on the cover of the most recent issue of TV Guide following the premiere of the show on the CW.

‘He Saved My Life’—Boy Helps Pastor out of Car in Flooded Indianapolis Street

When a water main broke and flooded an entire neighborhood, 72-year-old pastor George Shepard suddenly found himself floating down the street in his car. Thankfully, help was nearby.

Christians in Pakistan Flee Homes After Blasphemy Accusation

A third accusation of blasphemy in less than a month compelled Christians fearful of Islamic retribution to flee their homes in an eastern city in Pakistan this week.

White Texas Couple Leads ‘Let’s Talk Race’ Class To Educate Churchgoers

Shelley and David Park recommend books, movies, videos, podcasts and people to follow on social media to ‘expand your echo chamber.’

In-N-Out Bans Masks for Employees, Notes the ‘Importance of Customer Service’

In-N-Out continues to hit the news for its approach to COVID-19 pandemic protocols, as a recent employee memo detailed a new policy banning masks for employees.

‘It Will Be the Biggest Film in History’—Jim Caviezel Says ‘The Passion of the Christ’ Sequel Could Be 2 Movies

Earlier this month, actor Jim Caviezel provided an update on the highly anticipated sequel to Mel Gibson’s 2004 film “The Passion of the Christ."

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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