Christian News

The Scandal of Evangelical Empathy: How Did We Even Get Here?

Historian Mark Noll once wrote, “The scandal of the evangelical mind is that there is not much of an evangelical mind.” The sad truth is that the same can be said of evangelical empathy. 

Gareld Duane Rollins, Whose Lawsuit Sparked a Southern Baptist Abuse Reckoning, Has Died

Gareld Duane Rollins, whose lawsuit accusing a legendary Southern Baptist leader of abuse sparked a crisis in the nation’s largest Protestant denomination, died Friday (May 23).

Promoter Cancels Newsboys’ Canadian Tour, Claiming Low Ticket Sales and ‘Serious Concerns’ Regarding Michael Tait’s Departure

On May 24, Newsboys announced the cancellation of the band's upcoming Canada tour dates. Shows had been scheduled to start on May 31.

A ‘Man of Deep Faith’ and ‘Hunting Industry Pioneer’—Leaders Remember Phil Robertson of ‘Duck Dynasty’

After a battle with Alzheimer's disease and a blood disorder, Phil Robertson of "Duck Dynasty" died at the age of 79. Friends, family, and leaders continue to mourn, remember Phil's great legacy, and pay tribute to the patriarch of the Robertson family.

‘All Things Theology’ YouTuber Kris Williams Under Church Discipline

Kris Williams, whose “All Things Theology” YouTube channel has more than 87,000 followers, has lost the endorsement of his congregation and been placed under church discipline. The church cited an alleged “online, adulterous relationship with another woman."

1 Year After Robert Morris’ Sex Abuse Scandal, Gateway Church Names New Senior Pastor

Nearly one year after Gateway Church's founding pastor resigned in disgrace amid allegations of child sex abuse, the church has appointed a new senior pastor. 

New Jersey Church’s Proposed Homeless Shelter Still in Limbo After Zoning Meeting

The future of a proposed homeless shelter at a New Jersey church—and the future of the church itself—remains unclear after a zoning board meeting ended without a vote.

‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Phil Robertson Dead at 79; Sadie Robertson Shares Grandfather’s Last Words

On Sunday, May 25, Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson died at the age of 79.