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Francis Chan: If Everyone Knew How to Read the Bible, It Would Change Church...

If you've ever wondered just how important it is to read Scripture, Francis Chan believes it's crucial. In fact, he thinks that if everyone read the Bible consistently, it would would change everything.
Francis Chan on leadership

Francis Chan: 3 Devotions for Church Leaders: Why It’s So Easy to Fake It

I’m sure I could blame American church culture, my position or a busy schedule for my lack of reverent intimacy. The truth, however, is that my sin and hypocrisy are a result of me. This truth leads us to some devotions for church leaders.
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Francis Chan: ‘I Love Mike Bickle’ and All My Other Charismatic Brothers and Sisters

Before Francis Chan spoke at the International House of Prayer’s OneThing Conference last year, he was asked, “Why would you go there? They are creepy.”
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Francis Chan: How to Rely on the Holy Spirit When You Preach

"I really believe there’s a sweet communion I have with the Spirit when I’m preaching that I don’t get when I’m alone.”

Francis Chan: Many Christians Don’t Long to Know God

Francis Chan shares an observation from a mentor about his longing for American Christians.

Francis Chan: God Is Better Than EVERYTHING

"We have to run toward Jesus."

Pope Francis’ Synod Made Few Waves, but Organizers Say It’s Already Changing the Church

The controversy over blessing gay couples is just another example of synodality at work, according to Sr. Nathalie Becquart.
Synod on Synodality

To Remake Church Power in Francis’ Vision, Synod Calls for Changes to Canon Law

Canon law already allows for the participation of lay Catholics, but the role of bishops—and even the pope—might require revisions to the code that runs the church.
Pope Francis

Amid Climate Change Concerns, Pope Francis Says He Is Updating His ‘Green’ Encyclical

Pope Francis announced in a speech that he is working on the second part to his 2015 “green” encyclical on the environment, Laudato Sì.

Francis & Lisa Chan: You & me forever

"Francis Chan and Lisa Chan will challenge you to view your marriage like never before in the light of eternity."
U.S. Catholics

US Catholics More Polarized Than Ever About Still-Popular Pope Francis, Survey Says

U.S. Catholics are more polarized than ever in how they view Pope Francis, even though majorities on both ends of the political spectrum have a positive view of the pope, according to a new survey.
Pope Francis

Pope Francis: Answering Common Questions and Misconceptions

Pope Francis' papacy continues to inspire and challenge believers and non-believers alike, prompting questions, discussions, and debates about the role of religion in today's world.
Catholic Women

‘In the Name of the Mother, Daughter and Holy Spirit’: Catholic Women Advocate Change

In the week leading up to International Women’s Day, Catholic women gathered near the Vatican and online to promote female leadership in the Catholic Church, demanding equality and visibility while urging the institution to set its fears about change aside.
Catholic women

Catholic Women Working To Change the Church Take Inspiration From Female Saints

Catholic women in key roles at the Vatican and Catholic universities in its close orbit have been leading an effort to raise women’s standing and visibility in church governance, creating a growing network of experts, diplomats and scholars like them around the world.

Pope Francis Says ‘Everyone Will Calm Down’ About Same-Sex Blessings

The declaration allowing the blessing of same-sex couples 'wishes to include, not divide,' the Pope Francis said.
same-sex blessings

On Same-Sex Blessings, Some Catholics Celebrate Change While Others Point to Limits

A Vatican declaration allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples sent shock waves around the world and deepened an already strong divide between conservatives and progressives in the church.
same-sex couples

With Pope Francis’ Encouragement, Vatican Allows Blessings for Same-Sex Couples

With Pope Francis’ encouragement, the Vatican’s doctrinal office issued a document on Monday (Dec. 18) allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples.
Pope Francis

Vatican Legal Expert Backs Pope Francis’ Recent Disciplining of Dissident Bishops

As Pope Francis grapples with defiant bishops, a high-ranking Vatican official who oversees church law said any failure to act in communion with the church and the pope can be cause for dismissal.
Pope Francis

Pope Francis Cancels Trip to Dubai for COP28 Upon Doctor’s Advice

On Saturday, the Vatican had announced that the pope was sick with the flu.
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Catholic Leaders Meet With White House on Climate Change

A small group of Catholic leaders, including three bishops and a nun, met with senior White House officials Friday morning to discuss climate change.
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