Maryland Becomes the 11th State to Ban Gay Conversion Therapy for Minors
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has signed a bill into law that bans sexual orientation conversion therapy for youth, making it the eleventh state to do so.
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Islamic Extremist Suicide Bomber Family Attacks Three Churches in East Java, Indonesia
Islamic extremists in Indonesia, including a family of suicide bombers that targeted three churches, launched multiple attacks yesterday and today that reportedly killed at least 12 people not including the assailants.
Mike Pence Praises Bible-Reading, Church-Going Christians for ‘New American Awakening’
In the commencement address at Hillsdale College in Michigan on Saturday, Vice President Mike Pence told the Class of 2018 they were joining the workforce amid “opportunity and optimism” due to growing faith in America.
Illinois Senate Approves Bill Requiring Public Schools to Teach LGBT History
The Illinois Senate approved a bill Wednesday requiring all public schools in the state to teach about the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in history.
4 Christians Serving 10-Year Prison Sentence in Iran Lose Appeal
Four Christians found guilty of acting against Iran’s national security have lost an appeal against their prison sentence.
YouTube Bans Pro-Life Channel, Labels It ‘Harmful’ And ‘Dangerous’
A pro-life organization says YouTube suspended one of its channels for being ‘harmful or dangerous’ because its videos told women how to reverse their medical abortions.
Sam Rodriguez, Johnnie Moore Launch New ‘Congress of Christian Leaders’ to Unite Global Church
American evangelical leaders Samuel Rodriguez and Johnnie Moore have announced the founding of a new interdenominational body called the Congress of Christian Leaders, which they say will seek to foster unity and serve growing Christian movements across the globe.
‘This Place is So Special’: Secret Hiding Place for Ancient Christians Discovered in Syria
Archaeologists have found a secret passageway where early Christians used to hide to escape Roman persecution.
Trump Religious Freedom Order Helps Charities Serve Over 13.7 Million in Need, Analysis Finds
Over 13.7 million people have been provided with health care and other social services offered by faith-based organizations this past year thanks to President Donald Trump’s signing of an executive order protecting religious liberty last year, a new analysis has found.
Turkish Court Rules US Pastor to Remain in Jail, Stoking US-Turkish Tensions
A Turkish court ruled for the continued detention of an American pastor in the face of growing U.S. pressure for his release. Andrew Brunson faces 35 years behind bars on terrorism and espionage charges, in a case condemned by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Disney World Cancels Annual Christian Concert ‘Night of Joy’ After 34 Years
Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida has officially confirmed that the popular family tourist attraction has canceled its annual Christian concert event, Night of Joy, after 34 years.
South Carolina Senate Approves Bill Banning 97 Percent of Abortions
The South Carolina Senate approved a measure this week that would ban about 97 percent of abortions in the state.
Trump Creates New White House Faith-Based Initiative Office
President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, expanding upon previous administrations’ faith-based initiatives.
Prayer Day Could Bring Next ‘Great Awakening,’ Religious Leaders Say
Dr. Ronnie Floyd, the president of the National Day of Prayer, tells Newsmax that he believes the National Observance being held Thursday evening in Statuary Hall could be the start of something truly historic — the next great spiritual revival to heal an American commonwealth torn by enmity, strife, and mistrust.
3 American Christians Held in North Korean Prison Could Soon Be Released
Three American Christians detained in North Korea have reportedly been moved from a labor camp to a hotel on the outskirts of the capital city Pyongyang.
Ruins of Ancient Church Discovered in Syria, in Territory Formerly under ISIS Control
The ancient ruins of what is thought to be a Christian refuge or early church was discovered in Manbij, Syria, according to reports.
‘Anti-Conversion’ Bill Becomes Law in Uttarakhand State, India
Uttarakhand has become the seventh state in India to put ‘anti-conversion’ legislation in force.
Discovery of Ancient Israelite City Supports Biblical Account of King David
A new archaeological discovery is helping to confirm the biblical record that presents King David as an historical figure in ancient Israel.
Satanic Temple Plans to Sue Arkansas over Ten Commandments Monument
The Satanic Temple responded swiftly to the installation of a new Ten Commandments monument on the Arkansas Capitol grounds in Little Rock.
US Supreme Court Will Not Review Case of Christian School Banned from Michigan Township
The United States Supreme Court announced Monday it will not hear the case of Livingston Christian School v. Genoa Charter Township.