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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
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?
Global Gathering Focuses on Urgency of Evangelism Speaking to over 4,000 Korean pastors and 850 leaders from 124 nations, evangelist Rick Warren urged the global Church to embrace Jesus’ method of ministry. Addressing the World Evangelical Alliance’s 14th General Assembly in Seoul, Warren emphasized that Christians must not only teach Christ’s message but also adopt
Faith Meets Finance at Packed Events Life Surge, a series of Christian-themed financial seminars, has rapidly expanded since its 2021 debut. With over 250,000 attendees across 70 events, the one-day conferences feature Christian celebrity speakers such as Tim Tebow and Priscilla Shirer. The events promise spiritual inspiration and financial empowerment under the banner of “Kingdom
In 2017, Nigerian pastor Oscar Amaechina stepped down from his leadership role in the church in Kebbi State to reach those excluded from traditional Christian communities. By 2018, he had founded the Afri Mission and Evangelism Network (AMEN), a faith-based organization that combines gospel outreach with social empowerment. Amaechina said his goal was to reach
The stadium roars with grief. Eyes are closed. Hymns soar. Hands are lifted. Prayers echo. Every note, every phrase works on the listener. Each part of the memorial service designed to move emotion, shape thought, and compel devotion to a cause, to a movement. This was an unusual gathering, far from a typical celebration of
Senior Pastor Dismissed After Adultery Investigation The First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, North Carolina, has dismissed its senior pastor, Pendleton Barnes Peery, following revelations of a five-year pattern of adultery and concealment. Peery, a sixth-generation Presbyterian minister, admitted to violating both his marriage and ordination vows. The Charlotte Presbytery initiated an investigation after receiving a
Sermon Inspires Reflection on Mothers’ Role On March 10, 2024, Bishop David Kodia preached at St. Michael and All Angels Cathedral in Bondo, Kenya. He emphasized the biblical account of Jesus healing a blind man, urging mothers to confront violence and shape society. Kodia described mothers’ testimonies as powerful tools for transformation rooted in faith.
A Personal Struggle Meets a Cultural Question The author begins by reflecting on conversations with her adult children about work satisfaction, meaning, and purpose. Despite being raised in a household steeped in discussions on integrating faith and work, her children rarely ask spiritually grounded questions. This disconnect highlights a broader cultural narrative in the West,
James C. Dobson, Jr., a prominent evangelical psychologist and founder of Focus on the Family, died August 21 at age 89, the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI) confirmed. The ministry did not release a cause of death. A Legacy of Conservative Family Advocacy Dobson rose to prominence in the 1970s through his best-selling book
Rising Threats Demand Institutional Response As global instability intensifies, Christian seminaries are being urged to reevaluate their roles as moral and theological leaders. With authoritarianism rising, immigrants detained, and protesters criminalized, critics argue that religious institutions must no longer remain passive. The piece, authored by a recent Princeton Theological Seminary graduate, outlines five urgent imperatives
Leaders of Christ Episcopal Church in Toms River, New Jersey, have decided not to appeal the town’s denial of a zoning variance for a proposed 17-bed homeless shelter. The church had sought to update its 1882 parish house and add nearly 1,000 square feet for the project. Town officials voted 5-2 in June to reject
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