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Pope Francis Condemns Saturday’s Israeli Attack on Christian Church as Act of Terrorism

Claire Giangrave - December 19, 2023

In his weekly Sunday prayer service, (Dec. 17), Pope Francis condemned Israeli sniper attacks on a Christian church in Gaza on Saturday that killed two women and wounded many others.

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5 Things The Catholic Church’s Document on Same-Sex Blessings Does (And Doesn’t) Say

Claire Giangrave - December 19, 2023

In an unprecedented opening by the Catholic Church toward welcoming LGBTQ people, the Vatican's Dicastery of the Doctrine of the Faith approved the blessing of same-sex couples on Monday (Dec. 18).

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New Study Finds Christian Nationalists To Be More Complex Than Media Portrayals

Jack Jenkins - December 19, 2023

A new study estimates about 30% of Americans are open to ideas associated with Christian nationalism, but the study’s authors say those who sympathize with the ideology are a more complex group than media portrayals.

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‘Trump Comes Up Short’—Former Trump Supporter Wayne Grudem Now Calls for Him To ‘Back Out Now’

Janna Firestone - December 18, 2023

After supporting and voting for former President Donald Trump in the past two elections, theologian Dr. Wayne Grudem is now suggesting that the candidate now "drop out of the current presidential race."

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Christian Parents Who Lost Custody of Transgender Teen Appeal Case to U.S. Supreme Court

Stephanie Martin - December 18, 2023

Mary and Jeremy Cox, a devout Christian couple in Indiana, lost custody of their biological son in June 2021.

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Babylon Bee CEO Seth Dillon Praises Elon Musk, Decries ‘The Left’s Attacks on Comedy’ in Address to Students at TPUSA’s AmericaFest

Dale Chamberlain - December 18, 2023

Seth Dillon, CEO of Christian satirical news site The Babylon Bee, recently spoke at AmericaFest, an annual political conference aimed at students ages 16 to 26 featuring numerous conservative and right-wing speakers.

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Official Trailer for ‘The Chosen,’ Season 4, Shows ‘Man of Sorrows, Acquainted With Grief’

Jessica Lea - December 18, 2023

The trailer for "The Chosen," Season 4, which dropped Monday, Dec. 18, conveys an increasing heaviness that Jesus, “the man of sorrows,” feels as he approaches his death.

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Cardinal Becciu Sentenced to 5 and a Half Years in Prison by Vatican Tribunal

Claire Giangrave - December 18, 2023

Vatican judges sentenced Cardinal Angelo Becciu to five years and six months in prison for the embezzlement of Vatican funds.

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With Pope Francis’ Encouragement, Vatican Allows Blessings for Same-Sex Couples

Claire Giangrave - December 18, 2023

With Pope Francis’ encouragement, the Vatican’s doctrinal office issued a document on Monday (Dec. 18) allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples.

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Church of England To Introduce Same-Sex Blessing, as It Faces ‘Disestablishment’ Bill in Parliament

Catherine Pepinster - December 18, 2023

This Sunday (Dec. 17), the third Sunday in Advent, the Church of England launched its prayers of blessing for same-sex couples.

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‘I’m Greatly Concerned’—Rep. Jon Dunwell Talks to ChurchLeaders About The Satanic Temple Controversy

Jessica Lea - December 15, 2023

Iowa's Rep. Jon Dunwell spoke to ChurchLeaders about his thoughts on The Satanic Temple State Capitol display and the backlash he received for not trying to remove it.

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Kat Von D on Living in a Parsonage, Attending a Small Church and Choosing Gratitude

Stephanie Martin - December 15, 2023

Tattoo artist Kat Von D recently talked about her new community and church with comedian Theo Von.

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‘Do Not Fear, for I Am With You’—YouVersion Shares App’s Most Popular Verse of the Year

Jesse T. Jackson - December 15, 2023

The YouVersion Bible app recently revealed that Isaiah 41:10 was its most shared, most bookmarked, and most highlighted verse in 2023.

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Former Georgia Youth Pastor Sentenced to 15 Years After Pleading Guilty to Child Molestation

Dale Chamberlain - December 15, 2023

Former youth pastor Austin Wray Perkins has been sentenced to 15 years behind bars after pleading guilty to child molestation and possession of child sex abuse material.

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Lawsuit: Priest Says First Gas Execution in US Poses Threat to Religious Liberty

Kathryn Post - December 15, 2023

Kenneth Smith, who was convicted in 1996 for his role in the 1988 murder of Elizabeth Sennett, is scheduled again for execution.

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US Christians Support Solution to Conflict that Benefits Israel and Palestinians

Aaron Earls - December 15, 2023

Almost 9 in 10 self-identified Christians in the U.S. have kept up with the current war between Hamas and Israel.

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Black Church Coalition Names Reparations, Voting, Health Equity Among Priorities

Adelle M Banks - December 15, 2023

The Conference of National Black Churches has called on African American congregations to embrace a list of priorities, from “government-sponsored reparations” to improved access to health care.

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In Texas, Debate Over School Chaplains Escalates School Board Culture Wars

Jack Jenkins - December 15, 2023

Conservative Christian activists are hoping to turn Texas public schools into a ‘mission field.’

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LSU QB Jayden Daniels Thanks God, ‘My Rock,’ in Heisman Speech

Stephanie Martin - December 14, 2023

After winning college football’s top award on Dec. 9, LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels began his acceptance speech by expressing gratitude to God.

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Lecrae Reaches Out to Lil Nas X, Encourages Christians Not To Condemn the ‘Satan Shoes’ Creator

Jesse T. Jackson - December 14, 2023

On Tuesday (Dec. 12), Grammy Award-winning Christian rapper Lecrae shared his thoughts regarding Satan Shoes' creator and rapper Lil Nas X’s announcement that he is entering his “Christian era.”

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