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‘Desperate’ Church Sees Opportunity to Be a Better Neighbor

A 181-year-old church in downtown Jacksonville, Florida, has decided to dramatically downsize due to maintenance costs and steadily declining attendance. However, the move could be just what the church needs to continue its ministry in the community. 

Not All Africans Support the Traditional Plan, FUMC Moheto Says

“We believe our process has begun and a time is coming when all these forms of homophobic and xenophobic expression in our United Methodist church will come to an end,” Rev. Mwita says

100+ Kansas City Churches to Offer Dave Ramsey’s Program

Pastor Randy Frazee of Westside Family Church believes a well-known program can help Christians in Kansas City learn to be more generous as a result of getting out of debt and becoming financially stable.

Benny Hinn Doesn’t Want to Be Rebuked When He Gets to Heaven

Hinn, 67, says his change of heart about the prosperity gospel and several other teachings wasn’t prompted by his critics (including nephew Costi Hinn) but by concerns about his legacy and by reading God’s Word.

Trevor Lawrence Is One College Student Who Goes to Church

During NewSpring Church's summer 2018 youth retreat, Trevor Lawrence rededicated his life to Jesus. He believes he was "truly saved" just before the football season that would crown Clemson the national champs.

Venue Owner’s Actions Highlight the Need for Careful Bible Study

The owner of a Mississippi wedding venue recently refused service to an interracial couple on the basis of her “Christian beliefs.” The owner has since apologized, and the incident is a good reminder of the importance of studying the Bible without assuming we know what it teaches.

Drew Brees Blames Misleading Headline for Bring Your Bible to School Day Criticism

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees wasn't expecting the backlash he experienced after appearing in a promotional video for Focus on the Family's Bring Your Bible to School Day. He blames a misleading headline for the criticism.

Church Offers Worship, Fellowship on Both Sides of the Wall

The Border Church is an open air, binational gathering that meets at the U.S-Mexico border between San Diego and Tijuana. In addition to providing a space for worship, the church helps protect an opportunity for those who are separated to have some contact with their loved ones.