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McConnell Blasts Dems for 'Double Standard' of Allowing Protests, Banning Church Services

On Tuesday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell criticized Democratic leaders for having a “double standard” which has kept churches in some...

McConnell Blasts Dems for 'Double Standard' of Allowing Protests, Banning Church Services

When Churches Reopen, Don't Sing or Shake Hands, Do Make Sermons Short, Says New Guide

A new guide compiled by clergy, scientists and experts breaks down the best practices for churches as they begin reopen amid the coronavirus.

When Churches Reopen, Don't Sing or Shake Hands, Do Make Sermons Short, Says New Guide

Miles McPherson Urges Americans to Listen to Each Other: “Everybody Was Made in the Image of God”

The pastor of the Rock Church in San Diego recently talked with Anderson Cooper on CNN about the dangers of an "us-versus-them" mentality. He urged...

Miles McPherson Urges Americans to Listen to Each Other: “Everybody Was Made in the Image of God”

Tim Keller Calls for Prayer following Cancer Diagnosis

The speaker, theologian and writer is seeking prayer in four specific ways following his recent diagnoses of pancreatic cancer. “I have terrific...

Tim Keller Calls for Prayer following Cancer Diagnosis

"Not a Priority:" Sheriff Says He Won’t Enforce Nevada’s Restriction on Churches

The Lyon County Sheriff has said officers will not be using their limited resources to monitor "church attendance and/or parishioner’s adherence to...

"Not a Priority:" Sheriff Says He Won’t Enforce Nevada’s Restriction on Churches

Chicago Pastor Leads Peaceful Protest Through City

The Rev. Chris Harris led a large peaceful protest through the streets of Chicago earlier this week, while demonstrators called for an end to...

Chicago Pastor Leads Peaceful Protest Through City

Oregon: Coronavirus Restrictions Ease for Places of Worship under Threat of Lawsuit

Following a lawsuit against Oregon governor Kate Brown's coronavirus restrictions, churches are planning to reopen doors as the restrictions are...

Oregon: Coronavirus Restrictions Ease for Places of Worship under Threat of Lawsuit

Without Annual Meeting, Amid Decline, Southern Baptists Continue Debate on Race, Women’s Roles

The annual Southern Baptist Convention meeting, scheduled for June in Florida, was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. But issues its...

Without Annual Meeting, Amid Decline, Southern Baptists Continue Debate on Race, Women’s Roles

Chinese Police Secretly Install Surveillance Cameras on Church

Pastor Ma Chao of the Guangfu house church said in a new report that three cameras were installed in his church to monitor the congregation. He...

Chinese Police Secretly Install Surveillance Cameras on Church

Christian Church Network Helps Provide 750,000 Meals to Families Impacted by COVID-19

A Christian church network has helped to provide some 750,000 meals to families suffering from the coronavirus in Eastern Europe.

Christian Church Network Helps Provide 750,000 Meals to Families Impacted by COVID-19

Amid Mounting Protests in the US, Pope Francis Calls for Unity in Diversity

During a Pentecost service over the weekend, Pope Francis called for unity following the death of George Floyd.

Amid Mounting Protests in the US, Pope Francis Calls for Unity in Diversity

President Trump Poses with Bible in Front of St. John's Church amid Civil Unrest

President Trump walked from the White House to St. John's Church on Monday evening to make a brief statement about making America "even greater."

President Trump Poses with Bible in Front of St. John's Church amid Civil Unrest

Supreme Court Rules against Churches, Upholds Restrictions in 5-4 Vote

On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to intervene in the legal battle over state restrictions of churches during the pandemic.

Supreme Court Rules against Churches, Upholds Restrictions in 5-4 Vote

Illinois Backs Down, Says Churches Can Meet Again

On Thursday, the state of Illinois withdrew all restrictions on houses of worship amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Illinois Backs Down, Says Churches Can Meet Again

Chicago, California Churches Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court over State Bans

Churches in Chicago and California are taking the fight against bans on church gatherings amid the coronavirus to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Chicago, California Churches Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court over State Bans