Across the U.S., advocates for religious education are exploring legal avenues to use taxpayer money for private schooling. This movement has gained traction in Ohio, bolstered by programs like universal vouchers and state-funded construction grants …
Recent data reveal a sharp increase in Americans identifying as evangelical while disengaging from church attendance. In 2008, just 3% of self-identified evangelicals reported never attending church. By 2023, this figure had risen to 10%, …
Trauma-informed care is increasingly influencing spiritual direction as religious leaders respond to the prevalence of spiritual trauma and abuse. Over the past decade, seminaries have incorporated these methods into clinical pastoral education, aiming to make …
James Linzey, a 66-year-old Southern Baptist minister and retired military chaplain, composed the hymn Creator of the Universe in 2020 while restoring a historic museum in Coffeyville, Kansas. The melody came to him on an …
A surprising spiritual revival is taking root in one of America’s most irreligious cities. San Francisco’s tech industry, long dominated by innovation and secularism, is seeing a surge of interest in Christianity, led by prominent …
All Saints’ Day, celebrated by Christians worldwide, honors martyrs and saints. Rooted in ancient traditions, this holiday overlaps with Halloween’s origins, which trace back to the Celtic festival of Samhain. According to Michigan State University …
Sarah Jakes Roberts captivated tens of thousands of women at the Woman Evolve 2024 conference held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Preaching barefoot after removing her white platform sandals, Roberts delivered an impassioned …
The American Bible Society (ABS) report, “State of the Bible 2024,” reveals that the percentage of U.S. adults identifying as religiously unaffiliated, commonly called “Nones,” has steadied at 26% since 2022. After decades of steady …
The Metro Church of Christ in Detroit has evolved its pro-life approach, moving from confrontational protests to compassionate support through the Embrace Grace ministry. Originally known for direct, often confrontational opposition to abortion outside clinics, …
The author’s Sunday tradition involved a weekly ritual of attending Mass with his family, sharing intimate moments with his grandparents, and following it with a traditional Italian Sunday meal. This rhythm of faith, family, and …