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Swimming. Trek. The hot dogs. These words are often associated with summer camp. Kids & Culture Camp is different. For four weeks each summer, children ages 3 to 12 gather in the nation's capital to cook Jamaican food, listen to…

Soaring cremation rates are upsetting traditional practices around death, as more people forego traditional church funerals and some ignore community experiences of grief altogether. Randy Anderson, who worked in funeral homes in Alabama…

Outside the small Texas town of Elsa, a tin fence too tall to see surrounds a few acres of prime land in the Rio Grande Valley. In front of the compound's drab gray door, bright orange letters spell out "Nature's Resort."…

(RNS) — Observers from major Protestant denominations and ecumenical organizations have become accustomed to an inescapable reality: Many of these groups are overly focused on Israel. Christian denominational conventions routinely debate…

So you want to know what an evangelical is. Of course, when most people think of “evangelicals,” they probably have in mind those of a particular (usually far-right) political agenda. But this is not necessarily the case.…

"We live in a time divided" is so true that it is downright boring to write. Theories abound as to how we got here; what is indisputable is that we are here. It can certainly feel like the temperature of virtually all conversation and…

Photo by Andrew Ruiz (via Unsplash) Protestant pastors say they'll worship God and honor America at church services this weekend, and they're not too worried that worshipers will!-->…

HOMILY By His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America At the Divine Liturgy of the Second Sunday of Matthew St. Peter's Greek Orthodox Church Bronx, New York June 26, 2022 My beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, Once again, I rejoice…

I watched one of my favorite movies the other night, "Quo Vadis". Despite the tacky costumes and over-the-top acting, it has significant historical value, in that it depicts a critical but faded episode of inhumanity: the persecution of…

Attacks on Christians, especially Catholics, are on the rise in this African country Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu points to blood on the ground after an attack by gunmen at St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo town, southwestern…

What is the relationship between the Christian Reformed Church in North America in Canada and the Christian Reformed Church in North America in the United States? It is complicated. The Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRC) is a…

A record 245 unwanted firearms were safely surrendered at seventh annual Cambridge Safer Homes, Safer Community Gift Cards for Guns event on Saturday, June 11 at Reservoir Church and Margaret Fuller House. Firearms that were returned…

Leaders of Rick Warren's Saddleback Church say a preliminary inquest cleared Warren's recently announced successor, Andy Wood, of allegations of an authoritarian leadership style that demands unquestioning loyalty. Rick Warren, author of…

ABOVE: The Fairmont Christian Church, located at 625 Johnson Street, celebrates its 125th anniversary this weekend. …

Getty Images The Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission hosted a roundtable on Tuesday on how churches and Christian leaders should train their congregations regarding God's purpose for human sexuality in an increasingly…

After a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas on May 24, several pastors across the country challenged their conservative counterparts with this question: Are you pro-life if you are…

The First United Methodist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas, displays LGBT rainbow decoration. | Getty Images Thirty-five congregations in Arkansas that belong to The United Methodist Church are in the process of discernment for possible…

HAGERMAN, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) – On May 20, the Hagerman Christian Center caught fire. According to Pastor Isaac Tellez, however, it is what happened after the fire that is the real story."What matters is that we all come together in times…

28/05/2022 Cyprus (International Christian Concern) – The Turkish invasion of the island of Cyprus led to the destruction of the ancient Christian and Cypriot culture. The…

In recent days, several disturbing expressions of Christian nationalism have surfaced in the news, which is both a disturbing trend and a reminder of the dangers of equating political identity with religious identity. Unfortunately,…

Franz Mohr, former chief concert technician at Steinway & Sons in New York, has died at 94. He was, in his own assessment, "just a piano tuner who loves the Lord". But Mohr's behind-the-scenes expertise and support has been appreciated…

Central Methodist Church on Chapel Street in Glossop. Churches in Glossopdale are coming together for Christian Aid, which runs until Saturday May 21. Volunteers from Central Methodist Church, St Luke's and St James' Church and…

The "seven letters to the seven churches" is one of the best known and most frequently taught sections of the book of Revelation. In it, seven letters from Jesus were sent to the churches of Ephesus, Smyrna,…

(Photo: WWAY)WHITEVILLE, NC (WWAY) — A local school will have to vacate its building, after a local church ended its association with it. The Missionary Alliance Church has sent a letter to Columbus Christian Academy saying…

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The pastor in charge of Dunamis Chapel, Diamond Estate of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Province 7, Toyin Olagoke, advocated for the involvement of Christians in politics. He also urged Nigerians to rededicate their lives to God…

City council seats, school board trustee positions, constitutional amendments and proposals are on the…

TIZI-OUZOU, Algeria, May 4, 2022 (morning star news) - A group of Christians arrested on December 12 received a reduced sentence for "unauthorized worship" last week, one of the convicts has said.The 11…

Reverend Matt Beer with worship and media pastor Harry WarrellTelford Minster, which has the backing of the Archbishop of Canterbury, was set up at a cost of around £1.7million inside the Southwater Meeting Point house as part of an…

29/04/2022 Sudan (International Christian Concern) – Earlier this week, the ICC reported that Islamic extremists attacked a church in central Sudan. The militants injured the…

JUBA, south sudanApril 26, 2022 (morning star news) - A pastor in Sudan who was attacked during worship this month was sentenced to a month in prison along with another church leader on Monday (April 25) under a…

Palestinian Christians who are members of the Eastern Orthodox tradition are waiting for the Israeli High Court to decide whether they will be allowed to practice their freedom…

(RNS) - Two decades ago, Vance Pitman and two Bible Belt friends went west to start a church in Sin City. They started a congregation in Las Vegas, known as Hope Church, two weeks after the 9/11 attacks and it exceeded their wildest dreams,…

An Afghan woman who fled the country has said she is "free now" to pray, as she celebrates her first Easter in the UK.Pari moved to the UK a few months ago, after the Taliban took over the country in August 2021, to join her husband, Ghul…

Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III (C) arrives for a meeting with other religious leaders at the Petra Hotel in the Jaffa Gate area of ​​Jerusalem's Old City - Copyright AFP/File HAZEM BADERClaire GounonThe churches of…

ADK Ohio Beta Alpha Chapter hears program on winemaking, plans picnic meeting for May STEUBENVILLE — The Ohio Beta Alpha Chapter of the Alpha Delta Kappa Teachers…

Rev Arthur Clarke of the Presbyterian ChurchA young Mississippi lawyer, taking time off at a busy law firm, has written a novel about corporate gangsters. He titled it simply "The Firm" and submitted it to 28 different publishers before 19…

ADELBERT DURIG, 70, Howland. SERVICES: 4 p.m. Saturday, Wm Nicholas Funeral Home, Niles. CALL HOURS: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, funeral home.MITZI J. HUGHES, 95, Girard. SERVICES: Friday noon, Girard First United Methodist Church. IRMA…

In an age with more media choices than ever, American evangelicals get their news and entertainment from…

The story was familiar. A conflict with the priest sends the parishioner in search of a new church. What made this circumstance unusual was the identity of the disgruntled member: Justin Bieber. The famous singer went…

The B-Town Blog is proud to present our first ever Easter Worship Guide - Check it here It's safe to say that all humans need to nurture their spirit in some way, and for many in our region this takes shape through Christian…

TRI-CITIES, WA - On Friday morning, President Biden announced a plan to admit 100,000 refugees to the United…

The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference and Metropolitan Archbishop of Tamale, Bishop Philip Naameh, has lamented the 3% drop in adherence to the Catholic faith according to the 2020 Population and Housing Census.He said…

POINT PLEASANT - One of the region's most unique parades will return next month, showcasing a panoramic view of Easter history through local churches. The annual Mason County Easter Parade, which depicts the life of Jesus Christ from birth…

"Carry one another's burdens, and thus you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2The first part of the chronicle will deal with suffering, which gives perseverance and leads to hope, and spiritual fruitfulness,…

Breadcrumb Links News Local News Premier Jason Kenney announced that funding for Alberta's security infrastructure program has been increased from $2 million to $5 million per year

by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner March 7, 2022 As COVID-19 cases dwindle and the federal government suggests it's now safe for people to forego masks in much of the United States, an organization of churches in Wisconsin is urging…

Editor's note: The Daily Journal invites area churches to send news for publication. Brief articles are…

LAS CRUCES - Ash Wednesday is March 2, signifying the start of the 2022 Lenten season which will last six weeks and culminate with Easter Sunday on April 17.Catholics, Lutherans, Methodists and many other Christians will head to church on…

As Russia invaded Ukraine today, a Baptist home was destroyed and a seminary rocked by blasts nearby, although local sources told CT that no churches or Christian buildings had been attacked so far. 'now. President Vladimir Putin has…

SOUTHAVEN, Miss . (WMC) - For many south-central residents, the church is a source of inspiration, faith and calm. Historically, in black communities, churches also provided vital information and shelter, especially during the civil…

A former British lawyer turned minister at Fox Chapel has turned to technology to boost membership during the pandemic. Reverend Alex Shuttleworth, 43, from Liverpool, has been at Christ Church Fox Chapel since 2014. Since then membership…

18/02/2022 Burma (International Christian Concern) - A pastor, who was also a doctor, was killed amid heavy fighting in Moe Bye, bordering Shan-Kayah state, on February 17.…

Christianity and Occultism *Note to potential commenters: Be civil and kind, not hostile or argumentative, or your comment will not be published. This is not a discussion forum; it is a place for me to express my evangelical-Arminian…

Does Australia have a problem with God?Last week's debate on religious freedom tested the limits of tolerance, freedom, respect and rights. Many MPs were driven by deep convictions, but the tone of the debate was not helped by a heavy dose…

LAUREN DAIGLE AND CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION At Dove Awards Show, a few months ago, Lauren Daigle was asked by a journalist to share her encouragement with the younger generation. Lauren said she asked God for a backbone of boldness. Lauren…

In this photo provided by the Australian Defense Force, debris from damaged buildings and trees is strewn on Atata Island in Tonga, January 28, 2022, following the eruption of a subterranean volcano marine and the tsunami that followed.…

Through Anugrah KumarChristian Post Contributor | Monday 07 February 2022An Iranian flag flies in front of the United Nations headquarters in Vienna, Austria, June 17, 2014. | Reuters/Heinz-Peter BaderAccording to a surveillance report,…

Spiritual health and, more recently, cardiovascular health have been major focus points for Phil Lockard in…

(Photo: Unsplash) China must not be allowed to "sportswash" its religious freedom violations, the head…

02/02/2022 Turkey (International Christian Concern) - Ethnic minority Christians living in Turkey often face increased persecution when it comes to historic religious places…

Darrell Carman was a member of my church who died of cancer six months ago. His wife, Ann, had died six months earlier with COVID (I wrote about her in another post, "Real Churches Commune with Dead Saints.") Thinking about Darrell in the…

Through Oscar AmechinaOpinion Contributor | Sunday, January 30, 2022I can't wait to see Christianity return to the old ways where believers were identified by their way of life. Believers were first called Christians in Antioch because…

Baptists in western Ukraine planned to shelter other believers in case of Russian invasion on eastern border, says Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary graduate who now leads Baptist seminary in Ukraine . Baptist Press. "If Russia…

BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — As the weather gets colder, concern grows for those without a place to warm up. So several community organizations in Bartlesville are teaming up to help.The issue has been on the minds of Kelley Becker, senior…

01/25/2022 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – Boko Haram terrorists abducted 17 girls from the Chibok area of ​​Borno State on Thursday, January 20and. The Islamic…

HILTONS, VA - Elsie Lucille Maddux Derting, 98, of Hiltons, VA, entered Heaven's Gate on January 22, 2022.…

Editor's Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic,…

Leesville, LA (KPLC) - A fire that destroyed a Leesville church on New Years Day remains under investigation by the state fire marshal. From the outside, Christian Living Fellowship appears to be in pristine condition, but the interior of…

Considering the possibility that Roe vs. Wade could be canceled, I wonder what will happen to the unwanted…

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — People are spending the holiday weekend reflecting on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.More than 30 area churches celebrated the life of the civil rights activist while considering how people can come…

Through Dan Delzel, Christian Post Contributor | Saturday, January 15, 2022Unsplash/Aditya SaxenaSigns and wonders, like spiritual gifts, do not guarantee spiritual growth. Signs and wonders increase adrenaline, while prayer, Bible…

Thursday January 13 Block Party, 3:30 p.m., Havre-Hill County Library, with time to build and play board games. It's free and open to the public. Lap swimming, 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., community swimming pool in Le…

On Thursday, January 20, Gary Wheaton United Methodist Church is hosting "World Week of Prayer for Christian Unity," an ecumenical service at 7:00 p.m. Pastors from the Chicago area from various Christian, Catholic…

JERUSALEM: The Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem accused radical Israeli groups of threatening the presence of Christians in the holy city, in comments Israeli officials dismissed as baseless. In a The Times of London column on…

On New Years Day, 43 Reformed Church in America (RCA) congregations split from the national denomination, one of the oldest Protestant organizations in the United States, in part because of theological differences regarding same-sex…

Pope Francis releases his message for World Mission Day 2022, celebrated on October 23, and urges all Christians to proclaim Christ's message of salvation in all aspects of our daily lives. By Devin Watkins Since 1926, the…

Seoul, South Korea, January 4, 2022 / PRNewswire / - Enabled January 3, 2022, Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (President Lee man-hee, "Shincheonji Church") began his lecture series on explaining…

CAIRO - January 2, 2022: The Coptic Museum is one of the oldest and most important Egyptian museums. It houses the largest and most important collection of Coptic artifacts in the world, with around 16,000 pieces.…

In the grip of the pandemic and its declining relevance in society, the Church of England is struggling to keep the faithful from going astray.…

Russia (MNN) - Armed men stormed a Christian conference near Moscow, Russia. They threw men, women and children to the ground and kicked several pastors. Participants believed terrorists were attacking them. In reality, they…

WORTH, Mo. -Wanda Louise Pierson Hayden, 85, of Worth, Missouri, formerly of Nodaway County, Missouri, died…

NEW YORK (AP) - Amid the wave of coronavirus cases in the United States, many churches have canceled in-person Christmas services, disappointing pastors and worshipers who see them as an annual highlight.Other churches have planned outdoor…

This holiday season is a time of giving and giving thanks. Giving gifts and making memories as a family is a wonderful time to enjoy, but it is also important to remember the religious significance. Several local…

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu will host a dinner for Christians for the first time in Istanbul's history. Credit: Mark Lowen, CC BY-SA 4.0 Istanbul's Turkish mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, will host the first dinner in honor of Christians in the…

By Ray Nothstine AAs political conflicts escalate and people are increasingly turned aside for their opinions, the reality of Christmas should anchor us to deeper truths. In our hyper-politicized culture and our anxiety today,…

Five years ago, a pastor from North County traveled to the war-torn Middle East to meet people who live there and bring some hope. He heard that they couldn't get things like Tylenol for their kids and other everyday supplies, so he…

The reinstatement of Sudanese Prime Minister Hamdok, deposed by the army a month ago, divides Christians on the guarantees of the democratic transition process. A little over a month ago, Sudanese army general Abdel Fattah!-->…

Lawyers for parties involved in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) bankruptcy case have reached a tentative settlement in which one of the organization's largest insurers would contribute $ 800 million to a fund for victims of child sexual…

The Catholic Church celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh's birth by honoring Christians who fought Pakistan's War of Independence in 1971.Church officials awarded a special medal and certificate of honor to some 40 former guerrilla…

With less than a month to go to January, the First Christian Church's faithful face big decisions regarding the two milestones brought by the New Year - the 125th anniversary of the church and its closure.The historic church will hold its…

(Photo: Getty / iStock) The Bishop of the Church of England in Europe blamed the failed dialogue…

Christian Science“God the Preserver of Man” is the topic of the…

Carol Razo of the First Presbyterian Church of Paulding and Pantry volunteers of the Paulding Exempted Village Middle School Volleyball team displaying reusable shopping bags made from t-shirts by the women of the church. At the time of…

BOSTON - V The Reverend Protopresbyter Demetrios Tonias has resigned from the deanship of the Cathedral of the Annunciation in Boston for health reasons. Father Demetrios made the announcement at the end of the Divine Liturgy on…

Students of the National Junior Honor Society at Immanuel Lutheran School in Brandon collected boxes of gifts for Operation Christmas Child last month. Students at the Emmanuel Lutheran School in Brandon are making…

This weekend kicks off the second Covid-era Christmas season in many Finnish cities, with holiday markets and Advent church services.The Christmas season at Jyväskylä Church Park (Kirkkopuisto). Image:…

Eleanor Marie West, 91, of Lincoln entered the presence of her Savior on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, after a brief illness. Eleanor was born August 7, 1930 to the late George and Edna Argo and has lived her entire life in Argo's Corner,…

ORLANDO, Florida - With Thanksgiving hours away, many people in central Florida are helping families make sure they have food on the table. A local pastor, however, does more. Rosemarie Roth can be seen volunteering at seven churches in…

Linda King describes Gander Brook Christian Camp as a kind of unifier for the Churches of Christ in New England. People from across the region - and the United States - are part of the "Gander Brook Nation," with a connection to the…

By Courtney Mares According to data recently released by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the number of hate crimes against Christians in Europe has risen sharply in 2020. The OSCE data, published on November 16,…

Learn about the history and contemporary challenges facing Reverend Anne Burghardt and her former colleagues in Tallinn (LWI) - Walking in the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church Institute of Theology in Tallinn, it's like stepping back…

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MORGANTOWN, West Virginia - It is starting to look a lot like Christmas at The Christian Missionary Alliance (CMA) Church as boxes of toys and gifts enter the building for Operation Christmas Child (OCC) . The program is led by…

Dressed in bright orange shirts and standing on a strip of grass facing Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, the small group of young protesters held signs reading, “Love God. Love your neighbor. Act on the climate. It…

At our 2021 annual meeting in Branson, Missouri Baptists heard incredible reports, listened to wonderful Bible sermons, and participated in important affairs. Our churches sent 1,194 messengers and 267 registered visitors, making our…

I often find myself thinking about how we categorize ourselves in society. Generally speaking, we tend to identify with one of two groups: conservatives - people who want to keep things as they are - and progressives - people who want…

Political polarization has faded in most American churches a year after the 2020 presidential elections. But there are notable exceptions to this trajectory, and new research has revealed lingering effects of evangelical support for former…

Leaders of the Christian community across India enjoyed meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, at the Vatican on Saturday. In their very first meeting, the leaders discussed a wide range…

Is there anything moral about the university founded by Jerry Falwell Sr., founder of the Moral Majority? Between a recent lawsuit alleging that the university ignored students who complained of rape and the allegations of adultery…

Body Mr. Lucille Hunnicutt, 91, of Grand Island passed away on October 25, 2021 at his home. The funeral will be on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 11 a.m. at First Christian Church on Grand Island with Pastor Ken Mecone…

24/10/2021 India (International Christian Concern) - According to The Wire, a Hindu priest in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh called for the beheading of Christians at a rally…

Masked volunteers greet a guest disguised as Darth Vader at Brookville Road Community Church's Harvest Hoedown in 2020. The church's carnival-style event was converted to a candy ride in 2020 to promote social distancing . Organizers…

NoonIt's time for Oasis Christian Fellowship in Schaefferstown, PA.Earl Horst, an elder, learned of the kidnapping hours after it happened. A church family who had spent years in Haiti heard the first one, and the next morning when…

CAIRO - An old church is criticized for trying to help single members, men and women, get married. The Blessed Virgin Mary Church Twinning Program in Maadi District, south of Cairo, asks members who wish to marry to fill out a form with…

Church members in Virginia received a political message from the pulpit on Sunday, with more to come. It's not just a congregation but over 300 churches, and it's not just a Bible sermon with political application, but an outright…

Leaders from several Australian denominations added their voices to those calling on Prime Minister Scott Morrison to strike a deal to impose a strong emissions reduction target at the upcoming United Nations climate summit (COP26) in…

Posted October 17, 2021 A Christian-based development agency, Rural Development Counselors for Christian Churches in Africa, says it is about to partner with the Lagos chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria and the African…

Christian Methodist Episcopal Bishop Teresa Jefferson-Snorton, presiding bishop of the CME denomination in Alabama and Florida since 2011, has been elected chair of the board of directors of the National Council of Churches."We are truly…