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May 9, 2023

New York press photographer arrested at protest over subway rider chokehold death

A working photojournalist was among about a dozen people arrested at a protest over last week’s chokehold death of New York City subway rider Jordan Neely.

February 21, 2023

Asbury University ends 24/7 revival meeting after 50K flock to Kentucky town over 13 days

Marathon worship services at Asbury University have been running for two weeks straight, but are now being forced to move off campus for logistical reasons.

February 18, 2023

'HeGetsUs' abstains from abortion issue, says 'Jesus too often gets lost' in the debate

The "HeGetsUs" ad campaign is refraining from addressing the moral issue of abortion, claiming "the real Jesus too often gets lost" in the discussion.

February 18, 2023

'Asbury Revival' marathon worship enters 10th day, similar services grow on other college campuses

The marathon worship service at Asbury University that began on Feb. 8 continues to draw participants from across the country as worship enters its tenth day.

February 7, 2023

Church of England to consider gender-neutral God: reports

The Church of England is considering referring to God in “non-gendered” terms during church services in break with centuries of tradition.

January 17, 2023

Trump says evangelical leaders not yet endorsing him is 'sign of disloyalty'

Former President Donald Trump is accusing evangelical faith leaders of "disloyalty" due to the lack of widespread endorsement for his 2024 presidential bid.

January 3, 2023

California pastor John MacArthur 'doing better' after sudden illness

John MacArthur, pastor of Grace Community Church in California, is recovering after a health scare earlier in the week that prevented him from preaching.

December 24, 2022

Many churches cancel services on Christmas day: Enjoy some 'time with your family'

Many protestant pastors are opting not to host Christmas day services this year, since the holiday falls on a Sunday, opting for Christmas Eve services instead.

September 20, 2022

Iranian police open fire on demonstrators protesting woman's alleged murder over Hijab law: report

At least five people were killed when Iranian police opened fire on protesters demonstrating against the alleged in-custody murder of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman.

August 23, 2022

Church of England names its first racial justice director

The Church of England has appointed its first "racial justice director" after previously apologizing for its role in the slave trade and passing antisemitic laws.