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Evangelical Christians Mobilize to Help Israelis Touched by War

Although support for Israel has dwindled among younger evangelicals, according to a 2021 poll, it remains a core value for most, a Pew survey released in May found.

Colleges Plagued By Antisemitism As Israel-Hamas War Rages On

The war between Israel and Hamas may be taking place 5,600 miles away from the United States, but the streets of some of America’s largest cities — and on college campuses in particular — have been highlighted over the past month by incidents of antisemitism.

Mike Johnson, Pedigreed Evangelical, Suggests His Election as House Speaker Ordained by God

After weeks of turmoil, House Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson on Wednesday (Oct.25) as the new speaker of the House, an act the Louisiana congressman suggested was ordained by God.

Pandemic Pushes Churches to Embrace Technology in Ministry

Since COVID, Washington Avenue Christian Church has embraced technology in its ministry. The church’s website describes its in-person and online worship service as an emerging system that is rising from the global pandemic.

White House Protest Leads Campaign for a Cease-Fire Before Israeli Ground Invasion

As Israel readies a massive military response to Hamas’ attack from the Gaza Strip, Jewish, Muslim and Christian religious leaders and faith-based activist groups are mounting a campaign calling for a cease-fire.

How Embattled Pastor Mark Driscoll Built a New Church

Mark Driscoll recreates his now defunct Seattle Mars Hill Church into the Trinity Church in the Arizona desert. And he hasn't changed his abusive style.

Pope Francis Open To Church Blessing Same-Sex Unions And Women Priests

In a move that would signal a seismic shift for the Catholic church, Pope Francis said he’s open to blessing same-sex unions and to studying the possibility of ordaining women to the priesthood.

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