Christian News

Brenda Salter McNeil to Lead Quest Church During Transition

Effective October 1, Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil will lead the Seattle-based Quest Church through a time of transition as they seek a new lead pastor.

What’s It Like to Be Christian in Hollywood? Chris Pratt Answers

Actor Chris Pratt opens up about being a Christian in Hollywood, including using his platform to share religious messages and how he's been treated in Hollywood.

300+ Chinese Pastors Risk Livelihood by Signing Statement

Pastors of the underground Chinese Church have risked their livelihood by signing a statement in which they call out the government's persecution of Christian churches. These pastors declare they are willing to give up “all our earthly rights” for the love of their fellow citizens.

Azusa Pacific Lifts Ban on LGBT Relationships

Effective this academic year, Azusa Pacific University has lifted the ban on LGBT relationships from its Code of Conduct for students. An administrator says APU still has a “conservative, evangelical perspective on human sexuality” and that only the language, not the “spirit,” of the code changed.

Researchers Surprised by ‘Protective’ Benefits of Prayer on Youth

A new study published by Harvard lists the benefits of prayer and church attendance on youth. Turns out, prayer can protect children from a bevy of unfortunate choices.

Is God Male? Why Some Clergy Are Changing Their Language

More women than men respond yes to the question "Is God male?" But some clergy are revising the way they refer to God, who traditionally has been portrayed as both male, female and genderless.

Hillsong Church Has Outgrown Its Denomination

Hillsong Church has pulled out from under its denomination in order to create its own denomination.

Harmful CA AB 2119 Approves Gender Transition for Foster Kids

Medical professionals push back against a new California law that allows kids in foster care to receive gender transition treatment, despite the fact that the treatment can cause sterilization and sexual dysfunction later in life.