Christian News

Study: Younger Evangelicals Less Trusting of Charitable Organizations But More Open to Giving Diversely

A recent study found that while younger evangelical donors tend to be more distrustful of charitable organizations, they are more likely to give to a variety of causes or to organizations they were previously unfamiliar with. 

Ordinance Limiting Oregon Church Meal Services Violates Religious Freedom, Lawsuit Says

An Oregon church is suing the coastal city of Brookings, arguing that an ordinance restricting the church’s meal program for the unhoused violates its right to religious freedom. 

Streaming Online Has Been a Boon for Churches, a Godsend for Isolated

A report on churches and technology during the pandemic found that by streaming online services, churches were able to expand their reach, often connecting with people outside their community or reconnecting with former members who had moved away.

SBC Pastor Wade Burleson Announces Congressional Bid

Southern Baptist pastor Wade Burleson has announced his intention to run for the United States Congress out of Oklahoma’s 3rd District.

ABC Suspends Whoopi Goldberg Over Holocaust Race Remarks

Whoopi Goldberg was suspended for two weeks Tuesday as co-host of “The View” because of what the head of ABC News called her “wrong and hurtful comments” about Jews and the Holocaust.

Willie McLaurin Named SBC Executive Committee Interim President/CEO

Willie McLaurin will be the interim president and CEO of the SBC Executive Committee. The EC officers made the announcement Tuesday (Feb. 1).

Secular Metal Band Korn Holding a Ceremony and Concert at United Methodist Church

Grammy award winning metal band Korn announced they will be performing at Hollywood United Methodist Church in Los Angeles, California on February 3. They will hold a ceremony for those who have passed away during the pandemic before performing.

Brooklyn Pastor Dies After Being Stabbed at Least 15 Times; Son Charged With Murder

A Brooklyn pastor died Saturday, Jan. 29, after being stabbed at least 15 times. Police have arrested and charged the son of Tracey Sydnor, 61, in connection with her murder.