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Bishop Budde Calls for Unity Amid Division In a January 21 sermon at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde urged Americans to strive for unity grounded in honesty, humility, and respect for human dignity. Addressing President Donald Trump directly, Budde appealed for mercy toward marginalized groups, including immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals, as fears grow over
A Call to Action Amid Rising Concerns A coalition of Black ministers has released a document titled “A Credo to Legatees of the Black Church Tradition” aimed at opposing white Christian nationalism and offering spiritual guidance to African Americans during the Trump presidency. Rooted in the Black church’s legacy of resistance, the Credo supports movements
Historic Installation at Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Rev. Boise Kimber was officially installed as president of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. (NBCUSA) during the denomination’s midwinter board meeting in Birmingham, Alabama. The ceremony took place at the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, a historically significant site where four young girls lost their lives in a
The recent appointment of Cardinal Robert McElroy as the archbishop of Washington, D.C., has sparked debate about the Vatican’s direction under Pope Francis. McElroy, a progressive ally of the Pope, has been vocal on controversial issues, including immigration, LGBTQ inclusion, and social justice, leading some to question whether the Church is moving away from traditional
Fadi, a Gazan Christian, navigates life under the constant shadow of surveillance drones and shelling. Once a resident of a now-destroyed apartment, he endures long walks to work due to exorbitant fuel prices. The streets remain perilous, with robberies adding to the ever-present fear of missile strikes. Like many others, Fadi laments the loss of
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — An Iraqi woman said she first learned about Jesus when a man came to her village twice a week to teach the children Bible stories. Decades later, she was learning English by reading the Bible with Linda Rungee, a Let’s Start Talking volunteer
The indictment of Lindsey Whiteside, a 26-year-old former youth pastor from Southaven, Mississippi, alleges that while serving at Getwell Church in Hernando, Mississippi, she engaged in sexual battery of a minor between May 14 and November 16, 2024. The grand jury specified that Whiteside held a position of trust or authority over the victim during
The Episcopal Church has officially divested from all fossil fuel investments, completing a decade-long transition to environmentally focused financial practices. This landmark announcement on December 11 aligns with the church’s mission to promote creation care and social responsibility. This shift was driven by Resolution A129, adopted during the 81st General Convention in June 2023, which
The church’s 100-year-old building has served various congregations in a historic district. Affiliated with the Assemblies of God since 2015, Christ the Rock offers services in both English and Portuguese. Under the leadership of Pastor Rob Canavan, who assumed the lead pastor role in 2022, the church has emphasized outreach initiatives to demonstrate genuine care
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. (OPINION) My exceedingly literate and energetic wife Liz is researching a book she plans to write about our community’s annual Court Day celebration. While researching back issues of the Mt. Sterling (Ky.) Advocate online at the Library of Congress , she happened across these two tidbits in
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. Bible-engaged Christians are the most charitable people in the nation, and giving increases happiness among the generous, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in releasing the last chapter of the 2024 State of the Bible “People who consistently read the Bible and live by its teachings are
Originally published in The Conversation Everyone has heard of Santa Claus, that chubby, white-bearded, red-suited guy who delivers Christmas presents via a reindeer-powered sleigh. But have you never wondered how he became a man of so many names? From St. Nick to Santa to Kris Kringle, it’s a marvel that Rudolph isn’t completely confused about
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