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Obama Faith Adviser Accuses Trump Counterpart of Laying Spiritual Groundwork for Capitol Insurrection

A long-simmering debate between liberal and conservative Christian faith leaders came to a head during a panel session at a Religion News Association conference.

Texas Ends Ban on Clergy, Spiritual Advisers in Death Chamber

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice’s decision to not allow clergy in the death chamber was criticized by death penalty opponents as well as religious leaders and advocates of religious freedom.

Will COVID-19 Finally Be the End of the Church Collection Plate?

Before the pandemic, 73% of churches could already accept donations online, “and among those that did not, 39% scrambled to add online giving options shortly after they ceased in-person services.“

Mennonite Church USA Releases Radical ‘Defund the Police? An Abolition Curriculum’

The Mennonite Church USA released a curriculum this week entitled “Defund the Police? An Abolition Curriculum” that address issues of systemic police brutality.

Margie Zacharias: There Is ‘Not One Whit of Evidence’ To Support Claims About Ravi

Margie Zacharias, wife of disgraced apologist Ravi Zacharias, denies that her deceased husband was guilty of spiritual and sexual abuse—despite extensive evidence to the contrary. 

Why the Deeper Truth About George Floyd and Derek Chauvin Must Matter to You

The case of George Floyd and the guilty verdict for Derek Chauvin presents a critical moment in our lives and what we do with it will shape our nation and world for decades to come. But it starts with this.

Likes and Prayers: Social Media Giant Tests New Facebook Prayer Post Feature

The new Facebook feature? Prayer posts. The function will allow members of Facebook groups to ask for and respond to prayer requests.

Minnesota Churches Are “Flashpoints” in Standoffs Between Police and Protesters

Dozens of demonstrators suddenly rushed into the church, fleeing police. The officers followed, and the result was what Verbout described as a standoff between police and protesters in the church parking lot.