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Virginia Teen Killed, 3 Others Injured in Fiery Car Crash While Returning From Church

A teenage girl died and three other teens were seriously injured in a fiery two-car collision in Burke, Virginia, on Tuesday (July 18) while returning from an evening prayer service at church.

77 Faith Groups Get Total of $92 Million for Innovative Faith Programs for Children

‘Whether it's fragmentation, technological advances or spirituality, we need to refresh the traditional approaches to our faith,’ said one grant recipient.

Pioneering Christian Broadcaster Stuart Epperson Dies

Epperson and his brother-in-law, Edward Atsinger, built Salem into a radio powerhouse that became a key communication channel for the religious right and a mainstay of the Republican Party.

Greg Locke Apologizes to Benny Hinn for Years of Character Assassinations and Hatred

Last week (July 13), Benny Hinn Ministries posted a video on Facebook of Hinn interviewing controversial pastor Greg Locke. The post soon went viral, racking up over 155,000 views.

‘Sound of Freedom’ Not Impacted by Actors Strike, Says Jim Caviezel

“Sound of Freedom” is not impacted by the current actors strike, says the movie’s star, Jim Caviezel, because the actors union previously wanted nothing to do with the film.

‘Genesis II Church’ Leaders Who Allegedly Sold Bleach Solution as COVID-19 Cure Begin Trial

Leaders of the online Genesis II Church of Health and Healing have been brought to trial for allegedly selling a bleach solution as a miracle cure for COVID-19.

Jesse Jackson Transfers Presidency of Rainbow PUSH Coalition to Frederick Haynes III

The Rev. Jesse Jackson has transferred the presidency of his Rainbow PUSH Coalition to the Rev. Frederick D. Haynes III, another Black church leader long devoted to civil rights and social activism.

The King’s College Makes Deep Cuts to Faculty, Cancels Fall Classes

The last remaining evangelical Christian college in New York City, The King’s College, announced Monday in an email that the school, which has faced dire financial challenges, would not offer classes in the fall.

UPDATE: ‘The Chosen’ Fans Celebrate As Series Granted Exemption From Actors Strike

"The Chosen" announced Sunday afternoon that after having paused filming because of the actors strike, the show was granted a waiver and is now able to resume filming Season 4.

A Double Rainbow on Display As the Ark Encounter Sponsors the Rain Delay at Cincinnati Reds Game

As part of the Ark Encounter's marketing plan, the organization sponsor the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. What marketers didn't plan on was a double rainbow to coincide with the company's ads during a rain delay.

Tucker Carlson on Reading the Bible: ‘The Amount of Drama’ Is Shocking

At the Family Leadership Summit in Iowa over the weekend, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson shared insights he’s learned recently from reading through Scripture. Carlson, who admitted he’s not been a “particularly faithful or virtuous” person, said he decided to read through the Bible for Lent.

Church That Supports Executing Gay People, Denies Holocaust Purchases Building Following Multiple Evictions for Hate Speech

Stedfast Baptist Church, a congregation known for calling for the deaths of queer people, as well as for its staunch antisemitism, has purchased a building in Cedar Hill, Texas, following a string of evictions.

The Rev. Steve Pieters, Who Changed Minds About AIDS, Dies at 70

The Rev. Stephen Pieters, a minister and HIV/AIDS activist best known for his exceptional interview with televangelist Tammy Faye Messner in 1985, died Saturday (July 8) at age 70.

Damar Hamlin Presents Service Award to Buffalo Bills Trainers at ESPY Awards

Wiping away tears at this year’s ESPYS, NFL safety Damar Hamlin introduced the Buffalo Bills training staff that saved his life in January and presented them with the Pat Tillman Award for Service.

MinistryWatch Tells Donors Not To Give to T.D. Jakes Ministries, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Joel Osteen

MinistryWatch, a Christian organization that advocates for “transparency, accountability, and the renewed credibility of Christian ministries,” is warning donors not to give to 34 well-known Christian ministries.

Angel Studios Dispels Rumors That AMC Is Sabotaging ‘Sound of Freedom,’ Asks Fans To Support the Theater

Angel Studios sought to quell rumors that AMC has been sabotaging showings of "The Sound of Freedom," saying in a statement that AMC is "a key advocate" and will be increasing the number of theaters showing the film.

Pope Francis’ Cardinal Appointments Emphasize Unity Ahead of Synod

When Francis announced he would be making 21 new cardinals, Vatican observers agreed that the aging pope, who has named more than two-thirds of those who will vote for his successor, was aiming to solidify his legacy.

Former SBC President J.D. Greear Shares Why He Does Not Support Amendment Banning Women Pastors of ‘Any Kind’

Pastor J.D. Greear, a former president of the Southern Baptist Convention, has outlined his concerns with the constitutional amendment proposed by Mike Law that would stipulate only men may hold the title of “any kind” of pastor in a Southern Baptist church.

Matt Redman Says He’s Trying To ‘Heal’ From Alleged ‘Harmful Behaviors’ of UK Pastor

On social media, worship leader Matt Redman revealed that he was impacted by an alleged abuse scandal at Soul Survivor, a U.K. Christian youth festival held annually from 1993 to 2019.

Christian Singer Denies He Is Homophobic After Anti-LGBTQ+ Pride Songs Chart on iTunes, Billboard

Following criticism, Christian singer Jimmy Levy has denied that two anti-LGBTQ+ pride songs on which he is featured are homophobic. Both songs briefly charted on iTunes and Billboard.

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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