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John MacArthur Touts the Benefits of Slavery in a 2012 Video That Has Resurfaced

A 2012 video published by the "Grace to You” preaching ministry has been gaining fresh attention, as the clip features John MacArthur and his favorable opinion toward the concept of slavery. 

Pope Francis Plans to Remain Pope ‘For As Long As God Allows It,’ Bishops Say

While concerns regarding Pope Francis' health have fueled rumors he might soon resign, Brazilian bishops told Vatican media outlets on Monday (June 20) that the pope intends to continue in his role as head of the Catholic Church “for as long as God allows it.”

9Marks Panelists Focus on SBC’s Problems, Potential

A candid conversation about the problems facing Southern Baptist churches and a discussion on the role of denominations headlined both 9Marks panel events coinciding with the 2022 SBC Annual Meeting.

Pope Blasts Violence in Mexico as He Mourns 2 Slain Jesuits

Pope Francis on Wednesday blasted the violence that plagues Mexico as he mourned the slayings of two of his “brother” Jesuits who were gunned down in a remote Mexican church by apparent drug gang members.

Rick Warren Explains How He Trained 1.1 Million Pastors; ‘Egotistical Nonsense,’ One SBC Pastor Responds

At the SBC annual meeting, Rick Warren shared that he had trained over 1 million pastors. Warren tweeted about how he came to that number a few days after the speech.

Executive Committee President Search Team Receiving Recommendations

After a season of prayer, the group tasked with presenting the next candidate for president/CEO of the Executive Committee is now ready begin the search in earnest.

Supreme Court: Religious Schools Must Get Maine Tuition Aid

The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Maine can't exclude religious schools from a program that offers tuition aid for private education, a decision that could ease religious organizations’ access to taxpayer money.

Poll: Americans’ Belief in God Is Dropping

Belief in God has been one of the strongest, most reliable markers of the persistence of American religiosity over the years. But a new Gallup Poll suggests that may be changing.