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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.

Study: Curiosity About Religion Is Viewed as Morally Virtuous

People from diverse religious backgrounds in the United States view curiosity about religion as morally virtuous, according to a new study published this month.

The 12 best Catholic quips from Stephen Colbert, the ‘pope of basic cable’

Stephen Colbert quips about the pope and the Catholic church.

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