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On Same-Sex Blessings, Some Catholics Celebrate Change While Others Point to Limits

A Vatican declaration allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples sent shock waves around the world and deepened an already strong divide between conservatives and progressives in the church.

For Years, an Oil Drill Site Stood in the Heart of a South LA Neighborhood. Now a Park May Rise in Its Place.

'God is giving us beauty for ashes,' said Parks, president of Redeemer Community Partnership.

Max Lucado Preaches Christmas Sermon at Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church

Author and pastor Max Lucado gave a sermon at Lakewood Church, led by Joel and Victoria Osteen, on Sunday, Dec. 17.

30-Year-Old Gospel Singer Tragically Dies During Live Performance

On Wednesday (Dec. 13), Brazilian Gospel singer Pedro Henrique tragically died onstage while performing at a private event in Feira de Santana, Brazil. He was 30 years old. 

C.S. Lewis’ Spoke of a ‘Post-Christian’ World With ‘No Objective Right or Wrong’ in 80-Year-Old Christmas Sermon

As the world was recovering and healing from World War II in 1946, Lewis wrote "A Christmas Sermon for Pagans." And after nearly 80 years, his words still ring astonishingly true.

Some Chick-fil-A Locations Would Be Required To Open on Sundays If Proposed New York Bill Passes

New York State Assemblyman Tony Simone has introduced a bill targeting fast-food chain Chick-fil-A, which has always been closed on Sundays.

SBC President Bart Barber Emphasizes Unity, Provides Updates on SBC Committee Appointments in Written Address

SBC president Bart Barber offered a midterm report on his work as leader of the nation’s largest protestant denomination on Monday, unveiling the theme for the SBC’s 2024 annual meeting and providing other updates.

How a Remnant Group of United Methodists Is Making a New Church Home

Here, in the middle of a bland industrial park that looks like a self-storage facility, a new church is emerging.