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Praying Football Coach Felt Like an ‘Outsider,’ Resigns After Supreme Court Win

Janna Firestone - September 7, 2023

After winning a long legal battle and returning to the game, praying football coach Joe Kennedy felt like an "outsider" and resigned.

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Man Allegedly Murders Church Food Pantry Volunteer Who Previously Sought To Feed Him

Dale Chamberlain - September 7, 2023

Fifty-nine-year-old Chicago man Marvin Wells is being held without bail after he allegedly murdered Marisol Berrios, a church food pantry volunteer who had previously sought to feed him.

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As Soccer Moses, Jars of Clay Guitarist Stephen Mason Finds Unexpected Joy

Bob Smietana - September 7, 2023

Jars of Clay guitarist Stephen Mason’s life has been shaped by guitars, barber shears and the Bible. And then there was the dad joke that landed him on ESPN.

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Phil Wickham Wrote New Single, ‘I Believe,’ With Deconstruction in Mind

Jessica Lea - September 6, 2023

Christian musician Phil Wickham says that when he wrote his new single, “I Believe,” the many people who have been deconstructing their faith were on his mind.

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10 Christian NFL Players Who Play for God in 2023

Stephanie Martin - September 6, 2023

Another NFL season will kick off on Sept. 7! Here are 10 Christian NFL players to watch during the 2023 football season.

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‘Losing Our Church Would Be Very Scary’—Joliet Church Ordered To Return Donations From Local Business That Defrauded Investors

Janna Firestone - September 6, 2023

When one company, which had given generously to Messiah Lutheran Church, was investigated by the SEC for fraudulent practices, the church was ordered to return hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations.

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‘Sound of Freedom’ Director Alejandro Monteverde Partnering With Angel Studios for a Second Time on New Film ‘Cabrini’

Dale Chamberlain - September 6, 2023

“Sound of Freedom” director Alejandro Monteverde has again teamed up with Angel Studios, this time for his upcoming film “Cabrini.”

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Pope Francis Chides His American Critics—But Who Is He Talking About?

Jack Jenkins - September 6, 2023

Last month, when Pope Francis’ comments appeared to accuse some American Catholics of harboring “a very strong, organized, reactionary attitude." What was not clear was just who, exactly, Francis was referring to.

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Bishop Michael Curry Responds to Complaints of ‘Free Passes’ for Accused Bishops

Kathryn Post - September 6, 2023

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, head of the Episcopal Church, announced recommendations for revising disciplinary procedures for bishops in a video posted Tuesday evening (Sept. 5).

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Giving Is Up at Churches and People Are Back, but Clergy Still Thinking About Quitting

Bob Smietana - September 6, 2023

While life at local congregations has returned mostly to normal, the future remains uncertain.

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Debate on Singleness Draws in Christians, Conservatives, a Former Trump Advisor and Mark Cuban

Jessica Lea - September 5, 2023

Part of a recent online debate on singleness centered on one man’s claim that, according to the Bible, “singleness is closer to a curse than a gift."

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‘They Ain’t Believe Us, but God Did’—Deion Sanders Gives Preacher-Like Pre-Game Speech Before His QB Son Sets School Record

Jesse T. Jackson - September 5, 2023

University of Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders, known to many as Coach Prime, praised Jesus during multiple post game interviews on Saturday after defeating the No. 17 ranked TCU Horned Frogs 45-42.

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Green Bay Pastor Sexually Exploited Child He Met on Mission Trip

Stephanie Martin - September 5, 2023

A Green Bay pastor has pleaded guilty to attempted sexual exploitation of a minor he met on a foreign mission trip.

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Pastor David Platt Celebrates Arrival of Adopted Son After Over 3 Years of Pandemic-Related Delays

Dale Chamberlain - September 5, 2023

Pastor and author David Platt is celebrating the arrival of his adopted son to his home following an extensive delay because of pandemic-related restrictions.

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Francis Calls Relations With China ‘Respectful’ After Mongolia Trip

Claire Giangrave - September 5, 2023

Pope Francis praised the openness of the Chinese people and stated Russian culture must not be canceled because of politics during a news conference on Monday.

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John Cooper on Joe Rogan’s Response to Oliver Anthony Reading Proverbs 4:20 During Interview

Jesse T. Jackson - September 1, 2023

During a recent interview with Joe Rogan, viral sensation Oliver Anthony read the Bible to Rogan. In a video clip, Skillet frontman John Cooper weighed in with his thoughts on Rogan's reaction.

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‘Patriotic’ Natalie Grant Says Singing National Anthem at GOP Debate Was a ‘Privilege’

Stephanie Martin - September 1, 2023

When asked if she was political or patriotic, nine-time Grammy nominee Natalie Grant responded that she is patriotic. “I love my country. I love our anthem."

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UPDATE: ‘Jesus Calling’ Author Sarah Young Has Passed Away

Dale Chamberlain - September 1, 2023

Sarah Young, best known as the author of "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence," passed away on Thursday (Aug. 31) afternoon. She was 77 years old.

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China Bars Chinese Bishops From Traveling To See Pope in Mongolia

Claire Giangrave - September 1, 2023

The decision by Beijing is the latest sign of tension in the already strained relations between China and the Holy See.

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Drag Queen Flamy Grant Joins Lawsuit Over Tennessee’s Anti-Drag Act

Kathryn Post - September 1, 2023

Flamy Grant joins LGBTQ nonprofit Blount Pride in suing a Tennessee district attorney who threatened to prosecute them over a pride event where Grant is scheduled to headline.

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