Christian News

‘Who’s Perfect?’—Benny Hinn Discusses Ministry ‘Regrets’ Amid Fresh Wave of Criticism

Charismatic preacher Benny Hinn responded to a fresh wave of criticism about his ministry practices in a recent interview with Stephen Strang of Charisma magazine. 

Southern Baptists, Losing Members, Find Solace in Baptisms and Better Attendance

While membership in the nation’s largest Protestant denomination is down, participation in worship and baptisms went up in 2023. But a new statistical report found that many Southern Baptist Convention churches do little to address sexual abuse.

Baltimore Catholic Parish Closures a ‘Punch in the Stomach’ With Long-Term Impact

Parish closures in the nation’s oldest Catholic diocese are part of a nationwide trend of dioceses restructuring in response to falling Mass attendance and priest shortages.

TN Man Attempts To Kidnap Toddler, Steal Car From Woman in Church Parking Lot

A Tennessee man was arrested Sunday, May 5, after he attempted to steal a car and kidnap a toddler from a mother in a church parking lot in Madison.

Sheriff’s Investigation Concludes That SC Pastor’s Wife, Mica Miller, Died by Suicide

On Tuesday, May 7, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office released a statement concluding that Mica Miller, the wife of Solid Rock at Market Common's pastor, John-Paul Miller, died by suicide on April 27 at Lumber River State Park.

Statue of Billy Graham, ‘America’s Pastor,’ To Be Unveiled May 16 at US Capitol

After years of planning, a bronze statue of evangelical leader Billy Graham will be unveiled next week at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. A private dedication ceremony is scheduled for May 16 in the National Statuary Hall.

Country Musician Colt Ford Credits God for Saving His Life After He Died Twice

Country musician Colt Ford, whose real name is Jason Farris Brown, suffered a severe heart attack that almost ended his life following a show in Phoenix on April 4.

After Vote to Repeal LGBTQ Bans, Many Gay Methodists Are Now Fully Out

On the first Sunday after the conclusion of the denomination’s General Conference, many queer United Methodists celebrated their release from the tight and narrow spaces that had confined them.