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Texas Church Discloses ‘Inappropriate and Hurtful’ Actions That Led to Pastor’s Resignation; Elders Revise Plan for Interim Leadership

The elders of Cross Timbers Church in Argyle, Texas, have provided more details regarding the circumstances of Pastor Josiah Anthony's resignation, as well as an amended plan for interim leadership. 

Group Publishing Creative Director Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing a 6-Year-Old 18 years Ago

Last month, Michael Paustian (53) was sentenced to eight years to life in prison for child sexual assault after he pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a six-year-old.

Olympic Swimmer Hunter Armstrong: Pain Has Deepened My Faith in God

U.S. swimmer Hunter Armstrong, now the owner of two Olympic gold medals, loves to compete and perform. But the athlete knows what matters most.

‘[Going] in a Different Direction’—Gateway Church Parts Ways With a Founder Elder

Gateway Church announced on Wednesday (July 31) that it has parted ways with Steve Dulin, who served as the church’s Executive Pastor of Kingdom Business Leaders.

Gender of Algerian Boxer at Olympics Sparks Backlash From American Christians

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's decisive victory over Italian Angela Carini at the Olympics on Thursday has resulted in a wave of criticism about Khelif's eligibility as it relates to her gender identity. 

Bethlehem Moravian Church Settlement in Pennsylvania Named World Heritage Site

Known for its original Moravian architecture and annual Christmas festivities, the Historic Moravian Bethlehem District in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is now the 26th U.S. site to be included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

AME Zion Church Meeting Focuses on Voting Initiative, New Bishops

Among those elected during the meeting was Bishop Melanie Miller, the second and only living woman bishop in the historically Black denomination.

‘This Is a Massive Surprise’—Steven Curtis Chapman Invited To Join the Grand Ole Opry

With 50 No. 1 hits, Steven Curtis Chapman is one of the most decorated Christian music artists in history. It's no wonder that Ricky Skaggs officially invited Chapman to be the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry.