New Jersey Democrats endured a dismal Election Day, but Rep. Andy Kim’s U.S. Senate victory provided a glimmer of hope. Kim decisively won the seat previously held by Bob Menendez, marking a potential turning point …
British retailer Debenhams has pulled controversial Christmas-themed merchandise following widespread backlash. The products, including sweaters and mugs with the phrase “a gay in a manger” and rainbow imagery, were criticized for mocking Christianity. Many Christians, …
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 …
With Donald Trump’s recent election victory, several Christian nationalist leaders have expressed excitement over the chance to influence government institutions. These figures view Trump’s win as a divine mandate to impose their religious worldview on …
The Trevor Project, a leading LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention organization, reported a 700% increase in calls, texts, and chats after Donald Trump was declared the winner of the presidential election. The surge reflects widespread anxiety …
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby announced his resignation on November 12, following intense criticism over his delayed response to abuse allegations tied to the Church of England. The allegations center on John Smyth, a British …
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 …
The NFL fined 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa $11,255 for wearing a personalized MAGA hat during a post-game interview. Bosa acknowledged the fine was expected and declared the act worth it. The incident occurred on …