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Christian Comedian Chonda Pierce Speaks Out Against Cancel Culture: ‘You’re Shooting Yourself in the Foot’

Janna Firestone - May 10, 2023

For 32 years, comedian Chonda Pierce has made crowds laugh at the puzzling things of life, idiosyncracies within the church, and her unique perspective of the world. Now she's talking cancel culture.

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John MacArthur Gives Update on His Heart Problems on Grace to You Radio Broadcast

Jessica Lea - May 10, 2023

John MacArthur, 83, says he is doing well and is recovering from a health scare that has prevented him from preaching since Sunday, Jan. 1. That morning, MacArthur preached the first service at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, but was unable to preach the second.

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‘I’m No Longer in Ministry’— Carl Lentz Clarifies New Position at Transformation Church

Jesse T. Jackson - May 10, 2023

Disgraced former Hillsong NYC pastor, Carl Lentz, made clear on Instagram Tuesday (May 9) that he is “no longer in ministry” despite recently joining Pastor Mike Todd’s staff at Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a strategist.

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Southern Baptists Lost Nearly Half a Million Members in 2022

Bob Smietana - May 10, 2023

Membership in the Southern Baptist Convention was down by nearly half a million in 2022, according to a recently released denomination report. Nashville-based Lifeway Research reported Tuesday (May 9) that the SBC had 13.2 million members in 2022, down from 13.68 million in 2021.

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Why Habitat for Humanity’s Theology of the Hammer Offers Hope in Polarized Times

Bob Smietana - May 10, 2023

For nearly five decades, Habitat for Humanity has inspired people from different backgrounds — who often can’t agree on anything — to work together for their neighbors’ benefit.

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The IRS Just Hiked Taxes on Private Jet Flights. Pastors Are Not Excluded.

Kathryn Post - May 10, 2023

The tax increase impacts flights on employer-owned planes — including those owned by ministries.

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Breakaway Texas UMC Megachurch Reveals Plans for New Methodist Denomination

Emily McFarlan Miller - May 10, 2023

White’s Chapel plans to invite others to join the Methodist Collegiate Church once its disaffiliation is approved by Central Texas United Methodists next month.

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Brian and Bobbie Houston’s Daughter and Son-In-Law Announce Hillsong Church Resignations

Jesse T. Jackson - May 9, 2023

Peter and Laura Toganivalu announced their resignations as Global Pastors of Hillsong Young & Free this past Sunday (May 7) during the worship service.

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‘Women, Cover Up’—Christian Twitter Debates Modesty, Lust and Self-Control in Time for Summer

Jessica Lea - May 9, 2023

Summer is upon us, and that means it’s time for Christian Twitter to start debating modesty again, with one camp exhorting women not to wear clothing such as bikinis or yoga pants and for another to point out various layers of hypocrisy they see in the discussion.

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Charles Stanley’s eBay Items Returned to Family After Pocket Watch Winner Makes ‘Jaw-Dropping’ Call to Grandson

Stephanie Martin - May 9, 2023

In a May 6 YouTube video, Matt Brodersen again apologized for auctioning off items from his recently deceased grandfather, Pastor Charles Stanley. This time, however, the apology was accompanied by an announcement that the eBay auction is over and the items are returning to the family.

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‘I Was Born To Share the Love of Jesus’— Megan Danielle Joins Other Christian Singers in ‘American Idol’ Top 5

Janna Firestone - May 9, 2023

The 21st season of "American Idol" is inching closer to the finals. The show just announced its Top 5 performers left in the competition: Wé Ani, Megan Danielle, Zachariah Smith, Colin Stough, and Iam Tongi.

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New Christian Beaten Unconscious for Leaving Islam

Morning Star News - May 9, 2023

A former Islamic teacher remains hospitalized after Muslim extremists in eastern Uganda on Tuesday (May 2) beat him unconscious for converting to Christianity, sources said.

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UMC Bishops Request 2026 General Conference as Hundreds More Churches Disaffiliate

Emily McFarlan Miller - May 9, 2023

United Methodist bishops have proposed a five-day meeting of the denomination’s global decision-making body, the General Conference, in May 2026. The announcement comes at the end of a weekend that saw hundreds of United Methodist churches in the United States leave the denomination.

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Kansas City’s International House of Prayer’s Mike Bickle Calls for 21-Day Fast and Prayer for ‘Salvation of Israel’

Yonat Shimron - May 9, 2023

Mike Bickle of the International House of Prayer Kansas City has launched a 21-day fast and prayer intended to hasten Jesus' return.

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‘Mental Health Crisis’—Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Elected Officials Attend Prayer Vigil for Mass Shooting Victims

Janna Firestone - May 8, 2023

Hundreds, including Texas governor Greg Abbott, gathered Sunday at Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, Texas, to pray for the victims and families of the mass shooting at the local Allen Premium Outlets mall.

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‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Star Chris Pratt Cites John 15 When Asked About People Criticizing His Faith

Jesse T. Jackson - May 8, 2023

“Guardians of the Galaxy” star Chris Pratt was asked about the criticism he has received from people for being outspoken about his faith in Jesus. Pratt fielded the question at a recent Cinema Society screening for “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," which opened in theaters on May 5.

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What the Church Is Missing About Moms—Barna, MOPS Reveal Surprising New Research

Jessica Lea - May 8, 2023

Barna and MOPS International revealed startling research showing that while mothers are the primary influencers on the faith of their children, many churches are not serving moms well, and many mothers feel they are not contributing to the world in a meaningful way.

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Pastor John Gray to Ransomware Attackers: ‘Leave the Things of God Alone’

Stephanie Martin - May 8, 2023

John Gray, senior pastor of Relentless Church in Greenville, South Carolina, has vowed not to let a recent ransomware attack impede his ministry. After the nondenominational megachurch faced an April 29 online breach, it enlisted a security team to investigate and to protect private information.

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Scott Sauls, Author and Nashville Pastor, Placed on Indefinite Leave of Absence

Bob Smietana - May 8, 2023

Scott Sauls is one of a growing number of high-profile pastors whose leadership style has come under scrutiny in recent years.

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John Blake, Journalist on Religion and Race, Goes Personal With New Memoir

Adelle M Banks - May 8, 2023

'We really need to tell these stories about hope,' said Blake. 'There's a lot of Americans now who have given up ... and believe racism is just a permanent part of American life.'

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