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2 Priests Killed in Mexico Devoted Decades to Remote Region

The two Jesuit priests, age 79 and 80, respectively, who were shot to death in Mexico Monday spent decades ministering to impoverished communities in Mexico’s remote Tarahumara mountains.

Juneteenth Celebrations Teach History, Praise God for Freedom

Juneteenth was declared a national holiday in 2021.

Governing Body Regulates Competition of Transgendered Swimmers

The organization that governs competitive swimming events around the world has ruled that swimmers who identify as transgender women and who began transitioning after the age of 11 cannot compete in women’s swimming events.

200 Witnesses to Testify in ‘Vatican Trial of a Century’ on Financial Scandals

Earlier this month, Giuseppe Pignatone, one of the judges overseeing the Vatican’s “trial of a century,” concerning corruption and money laundering, joked that he hoped the proceedings would end by 2050.

Lifeway’s ‘Spark Studios’ VBS Album Reaches No. 1 on Apple Music Album Chart

Lifeway’s 2022 Vacation Bible School soundtrack “Spark Studios,” reached the No. 1 spot on Apple Music’s Top 100 Children’s Music Albums chart last week.

UK-Based Ministry Focused on Ending Poverty Spent Thousands of Pounds on Luxury Travel, Report Finds

Former trustees of a U.K.-based charity called The Everlasting Arms Ministries were guilty of “serious...misconduct,” according to a recent report from the Charity Commission for England and Wales.

‘God Is Great’: NBA Finals MVP Steph Curry Gives Glory to God After Golden State Warriors Win Championship

After the Warriors won game six, clinching the best of seven series, an emotional Steph Curry told a sideline reporter that he thanks God that he gets to play the game of basketball at the highest level.

Chicago Pastor James Meeks to Retire, Pass Baton to Rev. Charlie Dates

The Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates will take over for Rev. James Meeks, founder and longtime senior pastor of Salem Baptist Church. In his June 19 sermon, Meeks told congregants he is retiring as of January 15, 2023.