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Muslim Throws Acid on Young Christian Woman in Pakistan

A Muslim in Karachi, Pakistan on Wednesday (Feb. 1) threw acid on a 19-year-old Christian woman for refusing his pressure to enter into relationship and convert to Islam, sources said.

Lutheran World Federation Head Anne Burghardt on Historic Firsts and Helping Ukraine

The general secretary said she wanted to convey that the “worldwide Lutheran communion is really grateful for ELCA’s continuous support and for the fact that ELCA hasn’t forgotten its sisters and brothers worldwide.”

As Pennsylvania’s ‘Bible Belt’ Evolves, Clergy Look to One Another for Mutual Support

In recent years, an influx of transplants have made Pennsylvania’s "Bible Belt" less religiously observant and more politically diverse.

‘John Doe’ Forced To Give Full Name in Suit Alleging Clergy Sexual Abuse

A former Catholic church musician anonymously alleging he was raped has been forced to identify himself by name in order to continue his legal action against the Catholic Diocese of Knoxville.

Sean Feucht Calls on Christian Artists To Speak Out Against ‘Demonic’ Performance at the Grammys

On Sunday, Sam Smith and Kim Petras performed their song “Unholy” at the 65th Grammy Awards, a display that has been labeled “satanic” by a number of Christian leaders.

At NFL Pro Bowl, Young Reporter Leads QB Derek Carr in Prayer

Ten-year-old Jeremiah Fennell went viral during this weekend’s Pro Bowl festivities for conducting wise-beyond-his-years interviews with NFL greats.

‘A New Era’—Phil and Lucinda Dooley Named Hillsong Church’s Global Senior Pastors

On Sunday, Phil and Lucinda Dooley were announced as the new global senior pastors of Hillsong Church. The couple had stepped into the role on an interim basis last year following scandals surrounding Brian Houston.

State AGs Warn Pharmacies About Mailing Abortion Pills

Attorneys generals in 20 states warned CVS and Walgreens Wednesday (Feb. 1) they will violate the law if they sell abortion pills through the mail.

Biden Address Could Touch on Issues Important to Southern Baptists, Leatherwood Says

President Biden could offer in his State of the Union address some messages Southern Baptists would welcome despite the vast disagreements they have with his administration.

George Liele Legacy Undergirds Black Fellowship Church-Planting Initiative

The legacy of George Liele, a formerly enslaved Black man who became the first Baptist international missionary from America, is driving an effort to address the disparity.

Church of England Submits Blessings for Same-Sex Couples to Fierce Debate in Synod

This coming week promises to be one of the most historic — and controversial — in the life of the Church of England, as its General Synod heads toward a resolution of a long debate over blessings of same-sex couples.

‘Jesus Christ Is the Only Way’—Disney Star Joshua Bassett Shares His Encounters With God

Joshua Bassett, one of the stars of Disney’s “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” has put his trust in Jesus, according to one of his recent tweets and comments he made in his Instagram stories.

Disciple, Andy Mineo, and Anne Wilson Help Winter Jam Witness Over 7,200 Salvations in 3 weeks

Tour pastor and Winter Jam featured speaker Zane Black told ChurchLeaders that in just the first few weeks of the Winter Jam tour, over 7,216 people have placed their faith in Jesus.

After a Boulder Rips Through Her House, Hawaii Resident Credits God With Saving Her

Hawaii resident Caroline Sasaki refuses to watch the video of her that went viral this week. In the clip, a 3,000-pound boulder crashes through her new Honolulu-area home, mere feet from where she had been walking.

2 Churches Promoting Disgraced Pastor Johnny Hunt Face Prospect of Removal From SBC

The inquiry of the two churches centers on their affiliation with and promotion of disgraced pastor and former SBC president Johnny Hunt, who has been credibly accused of sexual abuse. 

Next Gen Leader: It’s Time for Mental Health To Be a Part of Student Ministry

Student ministry must prioritize a focus on mental health, says Shane Pruitt, National Next Gen director for the North American Mission Board. Pruitt says the pandemic didn’t lead to an increase in anxiety among young people, but was significant in revealing it.

Pastor’s Guided Tours of D.C. Aim To Shore up Love for God’s Word

Inspire Experiences offers Christian groups experiential tours based around the biblical connections found in Washington, D.C.

Biden Tells Dueling Prayer Breakfasts That ‘Diversity Is One of Our Greatest Strengths’

Speaking to a refashioned National Prayer Breakfast with a new board and in a new location, President Joe Biden encouraged leaders of Congress to find ways to unify despite their political and religious differences.

Former Missionaries Join Daughter in Heartbreaking Suicide Pact

On January 25, a former missionary couple was found dead alongside their 26-year-old daughter in their backyard at their house in York County, Pennsylvania, after they died in an apparent suicide pact.

SBC Executive Committee Member Under Fire for Social Media Posts Featuring Sexual Humor

Guy L. Fredrick, SBC EC member and bivocational pastor, has drawn criticism from fellow SBC leaders who feel his online posts and subsequent justifications for them constitute a red flag for his leadership.

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.

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