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Traditional church architecture is gaining renewed interest as congregations reconsider how their buildings shape worship and communicate Christian beliefs. Rather than constructing conventional auditoriums, some churches are incorporating Gothic arches, stained glass and detailed craftsmanship into their sanctuaries. Trinity Presbyterian Church in Owasso, Oklahoma, exemplifies this approach. After worshipping in 12 temporary locations, the congregation
A growing shortage of worship leaders is forcing churches to reconsider how they recruit and prepare future music ministers. A 2026 Southern Baptist Church (SBC) worship study found that 70% of worship leaders approaching retirement have not identified successors. Researchers also project that Southern Baptist churches will need 20,000 new worship leaders by 2040. Will
The tradwife movement backlash is gaining attention as former influencers describe experiences involving domestic abuse, religious control and financial insecurity. Tia Levings, Bernadine Bluntly and Jennie Gage have publicly challenged the traditional gender roles they once embraced or promoted. Although their experiences differ, all three now question the risks of relationships built around strict female
Disability rights protections face major changes after Trump administration actions challenge federal requirements for community-based care. A Catholic philosopher and father of twin daughters with disabilities warns that these changes could threaten their independence and family life. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Supreme Court’s 1999 Olmstead decision
Ancient Christian prayer and liturgy provided unexpected comfort for musician Andrew Osenga during a devastating family crisis. About 15 years ago, a burst pipe flooded his home, forcing his family to relocate for six months. Overwhelmed by financial pressures, home repairs and caring for three young children, Osenga began attending an Anglican church. He discovered
Latino evangelical voters face difficult political decisions ahead of the 2026 midterms as immigration enforcement disrupts Hispanic churches. Pastors report declining attendance, deported congregants and growing anxiety among immigrant families. William Rodriguez, an Assemblies of God superintendent overseeing nearly 340 congregations in Southern California, says most churches have experienced immigration-related detentions or deportations. Two evangelical
The Episcopal General Convention 2027 will bring significant changes to the denomination’s legislative gathering in Phoenix, Arizona. Scheduled for July 3-8, the six-day meeting will emphasize prayer, Bible study and collaborative decision-making. Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe and House of Deputies President Julia Ayala Harris announced the vision under the theme “Rising in Hope.” Bishops and
The demolition of a Chinese church in Zhejiang province has transformed an independent Christian sanctuary into a public park displaying the national flag. Authorities destroyed Yazhong Church, also called Yayang Church, in Taishun County on May 19th. The congregation belongs to the Local Church movement, rooted in the teachings of Chinese preacher Watchman Nee. Its
Cleveland-area pastor Israel Ford sparked controversy after publicly introducing his second wife at LifeWorks Church. Ford, who founded the congregation in 2009, announced his polygynous marriage in an Instagram video posted Oct. 25. His first wife and fellow pastor, Lydia Ford, introduced Minister Shakayla Talley Ford during the service. Congregants responded with a standing ovation.
A federal appeals court has sided with The Episcopal Church and 26 interfaith partners challenging ICE enforcement at churches. The D.C. Circuit ruled 2-1 that religious organizations have standing to contest the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policy. The ruling reverses an April 2025 district court decision that found the organizations had not demonstrated an imminent
A former Lifeway executive faces 22 criminal charges following allegations that he diverted ministry funds for personal use. Tennessee authorities arrested Giancarlo Montemayor-Trejo on Oct. 20 after a Williamson County grand jury indicted him Oct. 7. The charges include felony theft, forgery, computer offenses and criminal simulation. Authorities set his bond at $250,000, and he
The Mormon Church’s real estate empire extends far beyond temples and other religious properties. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints owns at least 2.4 million acres across the United States, according to Bloomberg. These Mormon Church land holdings carry an assessed value exceeding $20 billion. But their actual market value could be considerably
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