Decade-Long Battle Reaches High Court Southern Methodist University (SMU) and the South Central Jurisdiction of the United Methodist Church (UMC) were set to argue their case before the Texas Supreme Court on January 15. The …
Bishop Budde Calls for Unity Amid Division In a January 21 sermon at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde urged Americans to strive for unity grounded in honesty, humility, and respect for human dignity. Addressing …
After President Trump’s swearing-in, thousands of supporters gathered in the Capital One Arena. Some were asked what their hopes were for the new administration. Frustration Over Lack of Political Dialogue Trump supporter Palota voiced concerns …
A Call to Action Amid Rising Concerns A coalition of Black ministers has released a document titled “A Credo to Legatees of the Black Church Tradition” aimed at opposing white Christian nationalism and offering spiritual …
A Nomination Rooted in Ideology Fox News host Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Defense Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump has drawn significant attention for its connection to a hard-right religious movement. Hegseth belongs to the Communion …
Fear of Ideas Shapes Evangelical Upbringing Evangelical children are raised to fear not only sin but ideas challenging church doctrine. Secular influences like books, music, and television are often banned. One striking example is the …
Fadi, a Gazan Christian, navigates life under the constant shadow of surveillance drones and shelling. Once a resident of a now-destroyed apartment, he endures long walks to work due to exorbitant fuel prices. The streets …
In recent months, Kosovo has witnessed a wave of mass baptisms as ethnic Albanians convert to Catholicism. This “return movement” aims to revive a pre-Islamic identity and counter what supporters see as threats of religious …
Nearly all U.S. Protestant pastors (99%) actively promote independent Bible reading, employing multiple strategies to engage their congregants in Scripture. The most common include providing free Bibles (93%) and reminding congregants during sermons (92%), according …
Trump Monetizes Faith and Inauguration with Special Bible Editions and Exclusive Events High-Priced Inaugural Prayer Service Sparks Criticism Trump’s inauguration plans include an interfaith prayer service, dubbed the “One America, One Light Sunday Service.” Access …