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Missio Alliance Hosts Hopeful Conversation for Disruptive Times

Bob Smietana - May 2, 2023

After a ‘season of apocalypse,’ a diverse group of church leaders gathered outside of Chicago to discuss how churches can innovate in trying times.

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In NC, a Church Network Turns Unused Church Buildings Into Homes for Refugees

Yonat Shimron - May 2, 2023

A glut of underutilized church properties offers a solution to the severe shortage of affordable housing for newly arrived refugees.

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United Methodist Bishops Meet, Look to Pivot After 2,400+ Churches Disaffiliate

Emily McFarlan Miller - May 2, 2023

United Methodist bishops from across the globe are meeting this week for the first time in person since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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‘God Still Works in the Midst of Darkness’—Sean Feucht Says ‘Over 98 SatanCon Attendees Surrendered Their Lives to Jesus’

Jesse T. Jackson - May 1, 2023

Hundreds of people attended the largest satanic gathering in history this past weekend (April 28-30) at the sold out SatanCon 2023. Even as a video of a woman ripping out the pages of a Bible has gone viral, worship activist Sean Feucht says that 98 people at the event have committed to following Jesus.

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UPDATE: Charles Stanley’s Grandson Apologizes for Auctioning Off Inherited Items, Leaves Them on eBay

Jessica Lea - May 1, 2023

The grandson of Dr. Charles Stanley has apologized for selling some of his grandfather's items on eBay. On Tuesday, Matthew Brodersen announced on his YouTube channel that he would be auctioning off some of his grandfather’s possessions, and those items remain up for bid at this time.

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‘Through God, All Things Are Possible’ — Dolly Parton on How Faith Shaped Her Anti-Bullying Children’s Book

Janna Firestone - May 1, 2023

Dolly Parton recently sat down with Fox News Digital and shared how her faith is at the center of her life. "My faith impacts everything that I do because I do believe that, through God, all things are possible."

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Christians Haven Madison, Megan Danielle, and Warren Peay Remain Among ‘American Idol’ Top 10 Finalists

Stephanie Martin - May 1, 2023

On April 30, “American Idol” revealed its Top 10 finalists for Season 21. Of those 10 singers, three are outspoken Christians: Megan Danielle, Haven Madison, and Warren Peay.

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‘Don’t Quit, Y’all’—Beth Moore Encourages Believers To Persevere

Jessica Lea - May 1, 2023

Author and Bible teacher Beth Moore shared an encouragement with her Twitter followers Sunday evening. In a video Moore filmed after returning from working in her garden, she exhorted her fellow believers not to give up on serving God.

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LA’s Atheist Street Pirates Go National in Efforts To Remove Illegal Religious Signs

Alejandra Molina - May 1, 2023

A network known as Atheist Street Pirates spans more than a handful of states, with volunteers documenting and taking down illegally placed religious material on utility poles and overpasses across the country.

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Fulani Kill 18 Christians, Wound Pastor in Plateau State, Nigeria

Morning Star News - May 1, 2023

In 11 days of attacks through Wednesday (April 26), Fulani herdsmen killed 18 people and wounded others in predominantly Christian villages of Plateau state, Nigeria, sources said.

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Another Pastor Charged With ‘Mass Killing’ of Followers in Kenya

Stephanie Martin - April 28, 2023

The African nation of Kenya, which is about 85% Christian, is reeling from the arrest of a second pastor who allegedly killed his church members. Authorities announced this week that they shut down New Life Prayer Centre and Church after arresting its leader, Ezekiel Ombok Odero.

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‘You Do Not Want To Be in This Chair’—New Docuseries To Feature First Carl Lentz Interview Since Scandal

Dale Chamberlain - April 28, 2023

Nearly three years after being fired as pastor of Hillsong East Coast, Carl Lentz will offer his first public interview since his fall from grace in FX’s new docuseries, “Secrets of Hillsong."

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In Hungary Trip, Pope Francis To Confront Refugee Crisis, Ukraine War

Junno Arocho Esteves - April 28, 2023

Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to Hungary will attempt to focus on common goals of the pope and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán regarding the challenges facing the world, especially the war in Ukraine.

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How King Charles’ Coronation Will Be Unlike Any Seen in England

Catherine Pepinster - April 28, 2023

On May 6, King Charles III will be crowned in an ancient ceremony. But Charles will undergo the ceremony in an England different even from that of his mother, 70 years ago.

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60 Years on, King’s ‘Letter From Birmingham Jail’ Relevant as Ever, Say Faith Leaders

Adelle M Banks - April 28, 2023

More than half a century since MLK Jr. wrote his famous “Letter from Birmingham Jail” on scraps of paper, faith leaders say his response to white clergy critics endures as a “road map” for those working on justice.

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Charlie Kirk on Tucker Carlson, Abortion, and Why Biden ‘Will Be Tough To Beat in 2024’

Jesse T. Jackson - April 27, 2023

ChurchLeaders held a wide-ranging conversation with Charlie Kirk on Wednesday following his viral tweet predicting President Joe Biden may easily win the 2024 election.

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‘This Is Gross’—Christians Appalled After Steven Crowder Mocks New Barbie Doll With Down Syndrome

Jessica Lea - April 27, 2023

Steven Crowder mocked Mattel’s newly released Barbie doll with Down Syndrome on his show Wednesday, calling the doll "stupid." The conservative commentator and professing Christian has drawn outrage from many, while pro-life advocates have praised Mattel's decision.

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Christian NBA Superstar Rejects ‘Failure’ Label After Being Eliminated From Playoffs

Stephanie Martin - April 27, 2023

Star player and outspoken Christian Giannis Antetokounmpo rejected the notion that his Milwaukee Bucks being eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs represented failure.

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T.D. Jakes Announces 10-Year Partnership With Wells Fargo To Build Mixed-Income Communities

Dale Chamberlain - April 27, 2023

T.D. Jakes is partnering with Wells Fargo to build mixed-income housing in underserved communities. His goal is to provide opportunities for upward mobility to those who have historically been overlooked.

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UMC Top Court Rules Disaffiliating Clergy Don’t Automatically Lose Credentials

Emily McFarlan Miller - April 27, 2023

The United Methodist Judicial Council ruled Tuesday (April 25) that clergy will not automatically lose their credentials if their churches leave the denomination.

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