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T.D. Jakes’ Daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, Apologizes for When the Black Church Has Promoted Harmful Messages
Bishop T.D. Jakes’ daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, took a few minutes Saturday, Oct. 8, to apologize on behalf of the Black church for perpetuating messages that have harmed people’s mental health and self-image.
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Skillet’s John Cooper Explains Hard Rock Music Isn’t Demonic: ‘I Absolutely Believe Music Belongs to God’
Pastor Shane Idleman of Westside Christian Fellowship in Leona Valley, California, recently invited Skillet’s John Cooper on his podcast “Idleman Unplugged,” where they discussed if hard rock music is demonic.
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To Actor Mr. T, Preaching God’s Word Is an ‘Awesome Responsibility’
Actor, wrestler, and outspoken Christian Mr. T (Laurence Tureaud) had the opportunity to preach at his home congregation, Chicago’s Cosmopolitan Community Church on October 9. Mr. T has preached elsewhere and is open about his Christian faith on Twitter and during media appearances.
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LA Band Called ‘Cancer Christ’ Baptizes Fans in Fake Blood, Destroys Bibles During Concerts
A band named Cancer Christ has been performing concerts in the L.A. area wherein they baptize fans in fake blood, destroy Bibles, and play songs featuring lyrics that combine biblical imagery with violent themes.
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Ezell Issues Statement for He Gets Us Webinar
NAMB's Kevin Ezell addressed the controversy surrounding the He Gets Us campaign on Thursday (Oct. 13). In a statement, Ezell referred to his involvement in an online forum with Ed Stetzer on Oct. 12 and said, "In my desire to help our churches, I did less diligence than I should have."
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Mexican Church Suspends Priest Who Advised Carrying Guns To Fight Off Drug Cartels
Mexico’s Roman Catholic Church has suspended a controversial priest who has advised parishioners to carry guns to fight off drug cartels.
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Vatican Prosecutors Focus On Role of ‘Cardinal’s Lady’ in Financial Trial
Witnesses for the prosecution highlighted Cardinal Angelo Becciu’s relationship with Cecilia Marogna.
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Faith Groups Curb Haiti Work Due to Chaos, 2021 Kidnapping
A year after 17 North American missionaries were kidnapped in Haiti, beginning a two-month ordeal before they ultimately went free, the agency that sent them hasn't made a permanent return.