Center Works to Counter Abuses Caused by Bad Theology
In a blog post I published just over a year ago, I wrote these words: ‘Bad theology can make people kill each other’. Nothing I have seen or read since then has made me change my mind.
Six-Year Prison Sentence for Jehovah’s Witness in Russia Sparks Outcry
MOSCOW (RNS) — A Russian court has sentenced a Danish member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses to six years on extremism charges in a case that has triggered widespread international criticism. A human rights organization warned that the imprisonment of Christensen could trigger a “wave” of arrests
You Shall Be Holy
How often have you, when faced with sadness or challenges, turned to Leviticus for inspiration and encouragement? When reading the Bible through in a year, did you get more excited about Leviticus than any other book?
Southern Baptist Sexual Abuse Spreads as Leaders Resist Reforms
Since 1998, roughly 380 Southern Baptist church leaders and volunteers have faced allegations of sexual misconduct, an investigation by the Houston Chronicle and the San Antonio Express-News reveals. They left behind more than 700 victims, many of them shunned by their churches, left to themselves to rebuild their lives. Some were
Southern Baptist Lawmakers Leading the Way in Seeking Johnson Amendment Repeal
Long non-controversial, the so-called "Johnson Amendment" - barring churches and other non-profit organizations that are exempt from paying federal income taxes from endorsing or opposing political candidates - has been under attack ever since the election of President Donald Trump. The latest attempt, the Free
Half of Millennial Christians Say It’s Wrong to Evangelize
New research from Barna Group and the creators of the Alpha course finds nearly half (47%) of practicing Christian millennials — churchgoers who consider religion an important part of their lives — believe that evangelism is wrong. Despite the reticence around the practice, millennials consider themselves good
Southern Baptist Search Committee Responds to Diversity Questions
NASHVILLE (BP) -- Responding to "recent online stories and related social media activity," the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee's presidential search committee says it has "actively pursued resumes from non-Anglo candidates."
Religious Leaders Hope CAR Peace Deal Will End Church, Mosque Attacks
NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — The government of the Central African Republic and 14 rebel groups signed a peace agreement Wednesday (Feb. 6), raising hope for an end to one of Africa’s bloody and complex conflicts.
Trump Strikes Muted Tone at National Prayer Breakfast, Plays Up Evangelical Interests
WASHINGTON (RNS) — President Trump began his remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast by renewing his commitment to the religious conservatives who helped lift him into office.
WNBA Star Maya Moore Stepping Away to Invest ‘in Some Ministry Dreams’
Six-time WNBA All-Star Maya Moore, a member of the Minnesota Lynx, announced that she will not be playing professional women's basketball this year in order to invest more time with family and "some ministry dreams that have been stirring in my heart for many years." Moore notes that