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Church-Dropouts Turn to Podcasting as a Meeting Space for the ‘Church in Exile’

Megan Briggs - March 10, 2017

"That's one of the biggest critiques we have of the church—is that you can't critique it," Toby Morrell says.

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United Methodist Church at Crossroads Over Unclear Stance on Homosexuality

Megan Briggs - March 9, 2017

“This is a family quarrel, a family dispute. We don’t believe it’s worth separating over.”

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Anna Hayford, Wife of Jack Hayford of Church on the Way, Dies at 83

Megan Briggs - March 8, 2017

Anna Hayford’s grandson Mark says it was “fitting” that she passed on International Women’s Day.

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‘Unprecedented’ Number of Missionaries Aiding North Korean Refugees Kicked Out of China

Megan Briggs - March 8, 2017

Pastor Kim believes at least 40 refugees from North Korea have been sent back across the border as a result of the raids.

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Trump to Planned Parenthood: You Can Keep Your Funding if You Stop Performing Abortions

Megan Briggs - March 7, 2017

“Polling shows the majority of Americans oppose public funding for abortion, even those who identify as pro-choice," President Trump says.

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Franklin Graham Thankful for Controversy in Canada Over Festival of Hope

Megan Briggs - March 6, 2017

“Thank you, Mr. Mayor. You’ve helped us with hundreds of thousands of dollars of publicity. I appreciate that,” Franklin Graham said in an interview.

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First Female Pastor Ordained in the Middle East

Megan Briggs - March 6, 2017

“Christ’s justice has been finally fulfilled,” Rola Sleiman says.

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Canadian Clergy to Franklin Graham: Your Political Comments Compromise the Mission of Jesus

Megan Briggs - March 3, 2017

A group of concerned clergy representing 60 percent of the Christians in Vancouver released a letter asking Graham not to give the gospel message at this weekend's Festival of Hope.

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Carl Lentz’s Bold Statement on Dr. Oz: Look to the Designer of Life for Answers—Not Yourself

Megan Briggs - March 2, 2017

“A new diet will change your day. But praying to the King of heaven and earth will change your soul."

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Federal Court to Decide Whether Prayers Before Public Meetings Are ‘Unconstitutional’

Megan Briggs - March 1, 2017

When Peter Bormuth started attending county commissioner meetings in Jackson County, Michigan, he took offense over the fact that only Christian prayers were offered at the beginning of the meetings.

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Barna Study: 3 Times More Female Pastors Compared to 25 Years Ago

Megan Briggs - February 28, 2017

The number of female pastors is on the rise. Women in these positions lead smaller congregations while facing more criticism than their male counterparts.

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Tim Tebow: I Don’t Want to Be Known for Being a Good Football or Baseball Player

Megan Briggs - February 28, 2017

“I want to be...known for bringing faith, hope, and love to those needing a brighter day in their dark hour of need.”

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Tim Keller to Step Down as Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church

Megan Briggs - February 27, 2017

Since 1997, Redeemer Presbyterian has been on a trajectory to fulfill "a vision for not being a megachurch.” Keller's stepping down is seen as one phase of fulfilling this vision.

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Largest Christian Bookstore Chain: Liquidation Is ‘only recourse’

Megan Briggs - February 24, 2017

"We have prayerfully looked at all possible options, trusting God’s plan for our organization, and the difficult decision to liquidate is our only recourse.”

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Celebrities Join Evangelicals in END IT Movement to Fight Human Trafficking

Megan Briggs - February 23, 2017

“I’m here today to defend the right to pursue happiness...I believe it is incumbent on us as citizens of this nation—as Americans—to bestow that right upon others—upon each other and upon the rest of the world." —Ashton Kutcher

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Brave Teen Tackles Harmful Messages Behind Teen Vogue’s ‘Post-Abortion Gift Guide’

Megan Briggs - February 22, 2017

Teen Vogue assures readers "The worst part of [an abortion] isn’t the procedure itself (which by the way is completely safe as long as you have access to a good clinic). The worst part is how you’re treated afterwards.”

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Megachurch Suspends $1 Million in Contributions to SBC Over Mosque Support, Anti-Trump Comments

Megan Briggs - February 21, 2017

Jack Graham, senior pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, and former president of the SBC, says he and his congregation are “concerned about the direction of the Southern Baptist Convention, and feel the need to make some changes in the way we give.”

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Barna Report: Pastors Experience Greater Satisfaction in Personal Relationships

Megan Briggs - February 21, 2017

96% of married pastors are satisfied with their marriage.

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Norma McCorvey: Former Roe v. Wade Poster Woman Turned Pro-Life Advocate Dies at 69

Megan Briggs - February 20, 2017

"I'll be serving the Lord and helping women save their babies. I will hold a pro-life position for the rest of my life.” —Norma McCorvey

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Muslims at Christian University Granted Space for Prayer Room on Campus

Megan Briggs - February 17, 2017

“I think what people hear about Islam is different then what Islam is,” McMurry student Sultan Albogami says.

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