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‘Dean of African American Church Music’ James Abbington Dies at 65 After Duke Appointment

W. James Abbington Jr., an expert on Black religious music known for his editing, teaching and playing of congregational music, has died at the age of 65.

Robert Morris Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse, Will Spend 6 Months Behind Bars

Robert Morris has pleaded guilty to five felony counts of child sex abuse in an Oklahoma court and will receive a 10-year prison sentence. However, all but six months of the prison term will be suspended. 

Christianity Today Nixes Buyout Offer From Canon Press, Explains Funding From Liberal Group

After Canon Press tried to buy Christianity Today (CT), CT officials insisted the magazine “is not for sale and has never been for sale.”

‘We Need a Movie Like This’—DeVon Franklin Discusses the True Story Behind ‘Soul on Fire’

Actor DeVon Franklin recently spoke with ChurchLeaders about his role as Nurse Roy in the upcoming inspirational film "Soul on Fire."

‘The Voice’ Contestant Kirbi Wows Judges With For KING + COUNTRY’s ‘God Only Knows’

Earlier this week on "The Voice," Kirbi, a 24-year-old contestant from Florence, Alabama, received a four-chair turn during blind auditions after singing for KING + COUNTRY’s Grammy Award-winning song “God Only Knows.”

‘It’s Time to Close That Chapter’—Brandon Hatmaker Is Done Addressing His Divorce From Jen Hatmaker

Brandon Hatmaker shared that, days after speaking out for the first time about his divorce from Jen Hatmaker, he is done talking about it. 

Amanda Jenkins Shares She Was a ‘Student’ of Season 5’s ‘The Chosen’ Bible Study

Amanda Jenkins, wife of “The Chosen” creator and director Dallas Jenkins, recently spoke with ChurchLeaders about the new Bible study that covers the events depicted in Season 5 of the show.

Woman Accused of Setting Fire to Georgia Church After Sending Death Threats to Church Leaders

Aries Jordan has been charged with arson after allegedly causing $4 million in fire damage to Prayer City Eagles Chapel International Ministries in Austelle, Georgia.