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Abuse Ignored in the Name of Forgiveness A Minnesota church community’s handling of child sex abuse allowed Clint Massie to assault young girls for over 20 years. Massie, a respected member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church (OALC), was protected by church leaders who prioritized forgiveness rituals over legal accountability. Victims say they were pressured
Church school raises concerns over supernatural themes A Church of England primary school in Poole, Dorset, has urged parents to discourage children from singing songs from KPop Demon Hunters, citing a conflict with Christian values. Lilliput Church of England Infant School shared concerns in a message to families, highlighting that the film’s references to demons
Alabama Priest Leaves Clergy After Allegations of Sex-for-Support Arrangement Robert Sullivan, a longtime Catholic priest in Alabama, has left the priesthood following disturbing allegations of financial and sexual misconduct. His departure, or laicization, came after Heather Jones, now 33, accused him of providing her with money in exchange for “private companionship,” including sex, starting when
Episcopal Diocese Donates $1 Million for Gaza Child Medical Aid The Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey has pledged $1 million from a longstanding, underused fund to support Gaza child medical aid, targeting children and adolescents suffering the devastating effects of war. The donation, announced by Bishop Sally French on November 21, comes from the Jane
WhatsApp Message Spurs Panic in Atlanta Churches A viral WhatsApp audio message alleging imminent immigration raids in Atlanta churches sparked fear among Latino evangelical communities last week. The message, attributed to an unidentified pastor, warned that raids would take place on Thursday and Friday. One Atlanta pastor, who leads an 80-member Pentecostal church, addressed the
At the Chapelle de Fuveau Church of Christ in Marseille, France, language differences are no barrier to worship. The small congregation, located in France’s second-largest city, draws believers from around the world. Among them was Melanie van der Vorst, a Dutch social worker who visited the church while supporting a client in nearby Mollans-sur-Ouvèze. Despite
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence in education and online platforms demands urgent action to protect young people, according to Pope Leo XIV. Speaking at a Vatican-hosted conference on November 13, the pope emphasized the need for stronger AI safeguards for children, including updated laws, parental engagement, and ethical development of technology. Children Are Vulnerable
Post-Pandemic Pew Gap Highlights Single Mothers’ Absence Barna research shows only one in four single mothers attends church weekly—the steepest drop among women. While attendance across other groups rebounds, single moms remain notably absent. This trend raises a pressing concern: are churches truly responding to Scripture’s call to care for the vulnerable, including single mothers?
Russian courts have prohibited at least 10 unregistered Baptist congregations from gathering without state approval, according to Forum 18, a Norway-based human rights group. The banned congregations are part of the Council of Churches Baptist, which has long rejected government registration. Most of the lawsuits—six in total—originated in the Krasnodar Region in southern Russia. Longstanding
A federal judge has partially granted a temporary restraining order in a legal battle between the Jurisdiction of the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy (JAFC) and the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). The case stems from JAFC’s attempt to formally disaffiliate from ACNA, a move the denomination has refused to acknowledge. The legal dispute raises
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has elected Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City as its new president. The decision marks a continuation of the body’s conservative trajectory during a politically volatile time. Coakley, a known conservative voice, will serve a three-year term, succeeding Archbishop Timothy Broglio. His election signals an endorsement of stronger culture
After nearly four decades of advocacy, The United Methodist Church (UMC) has amended its constitution to include gender and ability among characteristics that cannot disqualify someone from church membership. This change, known as the “inclusion amendment,” passed with an overwhelming 92% approval from voters at the annual conference worldwide. The amendment ensures that pastors may
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