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Orthodox Christians Observe Christmas Amid Virus Concerns

Orthodox Christians in Russia, Serbia and other countries observed Christmas on Friday amid restrictions aimed at dampening the spread of the coronavirus, but few worshipers appeared concerned as they streamed into churches on Christmas Eve.

Colorado Church Sees Impact of 1,500 Gospel Conversations in a Year

Pastor Tim Wheeless of Cross Family Church in Colorado challenged the congregation to have 1,500 face-to-face gospel conversations.

LGBTQ Artist Semler Joining Christian Band Relient K’s Upcoming Tour

This week, openly queer Christian musical artist Semler announced that she would be joining Christian rock band Relient K as the opening act on their upcoming “Um Yeah Tour," which starts in February.

Is Belief in God Compatible With Belief in a Multiverse? Ken Ham Answers

Is the concept of multiple universes, or the “multiverse,” compatible with a Christian worldview? Young-earth creationist Ken Ham says the answer is a clear, "No."

On Epiphany, Pope Francis Urges Catholic Clergy to ‘Take New Paths’

During his homily for the feast of the Epiphany on Thursday, Pope Francis laid out his hopes for the new year, urging Catholics to set aside “conventional, external and formal religiosity” and embrace the desire to seek “new paths.”

Jan. 6: A Timeline in Prayers

Amid the chaos, Jan. 6 was an outpouring of religious expression, especially prayer.

For Dying Congregations, a ‘Replant’ Can Offer New Life

Although not widespread, church replanting is growing in popularity, and the approach has been adopted by denominations such as the Southern Baptist Convention.

NC Pastor Guilty of Tax and Wire Fraud, Using False Info to Get PPP Loan

In federal court this week, North Carolina Pastor Frank Jacobs Sr. pleaded guilty to fraud charges, including providing fraudulent details to receive a pandemic-relief loan.