Emily McFarlan Miller

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5 Faith Facts about Vice President Mike Pence: A 'Born-Again, Evangelical Catholic'

Vice President Mike Pence describes himself as "a Christian, a conservative and a Republican, in that order." Here are five faith facts about the...

August 25, 2020

5 Faith Facts about Vice President Mike Pence: A 'Born-Again, Evangelical Catholic'

In Iowa, Hard-Hit Churches and Faith-Based Organizations Rally to Help Out in Wake of Derecho

Several Christian organizations are arriving in Iowa after a brutal Derecho storm left behind a trail of devastation.

August 21, 2020

In Iowa, Hard-Hit Churches and Faith-Based Organizations Rally to Help Out in Wake of Derecho

Vehicle of Missing Pastor's Wife, Marilane Carter, Found in Arkansas with Body Inside

The vehicle of a Kansas pastor’s wife who has been missing for more than two weeks was found in rural Arkansas with a woman’s body inside.

August 20, 2020

Vehicle of Missing Pastor's Wife, Marilane Carter, Found in Arkansas with Body Inside

Why Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Social Media 'Yacht' Posts Were Problematic for Liberty University

Jerry Falwell, Jr. is coming under fire once again for reportedly liking pictures of young women in swimwear on social media.

August 18, 2020

Why Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Social Media 'Yacht' Posts Were Problematic for Liberty University

To Cope with Pandemic, Americans Choose Binge-Watching TV Over the Bible

According to a new Pew Research Center survey, Americans are turning to TV over the Bible in order to cope with the coronavirus.

August 10, 2020

To Cope with Pandemic, Americans Choose Binge-Watching TV Over the Bible

Death of 'Well-Loved' Texas Pastor Shows Coronavirus Spread to Rural Areas

The coronavirus is beginning to reach rural areas of the country previously spared by the virus, as a result, one small United Methodist church in...

August 06, 2020

Death of 'Well-Loved' Texas Pastor Shows Coronavirus Spread to Rural Areas

5 Faith Moments from Rep. John Lewis' Funeral

Last week, Civil Rights activist and U.S. congressman John Lewis was laid to rest. Here are five moments of faith from Representative Lewis'...

August 03, 2020

5 Faith Moments from Rep. John Lewis' Funeral

Barbecue Baptist Church Delivers Meals, A Message and a Little Levity amid Pandemic

Youth Pastor Chad McMillan from First Baptist Church of Navasota, Texas has created a mobile worship service that also provides food to those in...

Barbecue Baptist Church Delivers Meals, A Message and a Little Levity amid Pandemic

Evangelical, Midwestern, Southern Churches Most Likely to Be Meeting in Person Again

According to LifeWay's recent survey, Protestant Evangelical churches in the South and the Midwest have largely resumed in-person church services.

Evangelical, Midwestern, Southern Churches Most Likely to Be Meeting in Person Again

Can Kindness Heal a World Divided by Pandemic and Politics? Ashlee Eiland Thinks So

Christian author and pastor Ashlee Eiland is highlighting the importance of kindness amid the coronavirus pandemic and racial tension.

Can Kindness Heal a World Divided by Pandemic and Politics? Ashlee Eiland Thinks So

As Depression, Anxiety, Grief Spike during Pandemic, Churches Offer Hope

As mental health struggles rise amid the coronavirus pandemic, one Chicago church is offering its help to struggling congregants.

As Depression, Anxiety, Grief Spike during Pandemic, Churches Offer Hope

In a Summer of Pandemic, Vacation Bible School Programs Go Online and Outside

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, churches are finding creative ways to host Vacation Bible School for kids.

In a Summer of Pandemic, Vacation Bible School Programs Go Online and Outside

Amid Protests and Pandemic, Dave Dummitt Steps in as Senior Pastor of Willow Creek

Amid a national movement for racial equality and a global pandemic, David Dummitt has stepped in as the new senior pastor of Willow Creek Community...

Amid Protests and Pandemic, Dave Dummitt Steps in as Senior Pastor of Willow Creek

United Methodists Reschedule Meeting — And Decision on Splitting — To 2021

The United Methodist Church has officially rescheduled its General Conference for 2021 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

United Methodists Reschedule Meeting — And Decision on Splitting — To 2021

United Methodists Would've Met This Week to Consider a Split. What Are They Doing Instead?

Calls to split the United Methodist denomination have grown since last year’s special session of the United Methodist General Conference approved...

United Methodists Would've Met This Week to Consider a Split. What Are They Doing Instead?

Churches Bring Sunday School Home

As the coronavirus continues to upend daily life in the United States, churches and Christian leaders are finding ways to relieve bored and anxious...

Churches Bring Sunday School Home

What Would Rachel Held Evans Do? Late Author's Voice Lives in Those She Championed

One year after her tragic and sudden death, many are recalling the life of progressive Chrisitan author and speaker Rachel Held Evans and the...

What Would Rachel Held Evans Do? Late Author's Voice Lives in Those She Championed

There's an App for That: Christian Meditation Apps Find Their Moment

During this time of uncertainty, Christian meditation apps are having their moment.

There's an App for That: Christian Meditation Apps Find Their Moment