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Pope Francis Praises Book Detailing LGBTQ Ministry During HIV/AIDS Pandemic

In a letter to the author of a new book about the Catholic ministry to the LGBTQ community in the United States during the height of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, Pope Francis praised the ministry’s “discreet mercy,” despite stigma and opposition by the church.

TGC Author Defends Controversial Article on Why People Deconstruct

The author of an article outlining reasons why people deconstruct from Christianity is defending the post against his critics.

VA Pastor Arrested for Solicitation Was Previously Accused of Sexual Assault

John Blanchard, former pastor of Rock Church in Virginia Beach, was arraigned for charges of solicitation of a minor. It has now been revealed that Blanchard have previously been accused of sexual assault. 

TN Church Holds Worship Service One Week After Pastor Thwarts Gunman’s Violent Plans

Last weekend, tragedy almost Nashville Light Mission Pentecostal Church in Tennessee when a gunman threatened their lives. But that didn't stop them from gathering to worship together this past Sunday.

Laura Lentz, Wife of Former Hillsong Pastor Carl Lentz, Shares Her Experiences With Anxiety, PTSD

Laura Lentz recently shared about her mental health journey in the wake of the sexual scandals of her husband and former Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz.

Pope Francis Offers Hope to Poor in Visit to Namesake’s Assisi Home

Pope Francis traveled to the hilltop town of his namesake to honor the poorest and most marginal, and to urge that they be welcomed and cared for by the church.

100 Clergy Will Gather to Pray Over Ahmaud Arbery Killing Trial After Controversial ‘Black Pastors’ Comment

During trial proceedings for the men charged with murdering Ahmaud Arbery, a defense attorney sparked backlash by complaining about “Black pastors” being present in the courtroom. Now, more than 100 African American pastors plan to gather in prayer outside the courthouse.

How Human Genius Reveals Our Broken Relationship With God—Erwin McManus Explains

Pastor and author Erwin McManus shares with the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast how understanding the quality of genius—especially the genius of Jesus—has more fully revealed the nature of God to him.