Lessons on Suffering and Sovereignty from the Nigerian Church
On November 1, 2025, former President Donald Trump made a striking declaration. He instructed the U.S. Department of Defense to get ready for potential military action against Nigeria due to what he described as the “mass killing of Christians.” He halted U.S. aid to Nigeria and labeled it a “country of special concern,” asserting: “Christianity […]
26 individuals, primarily teenagers, hurt after a church group’s bus catches fire and flips over on a California highway
Bus Accident Injures Church Group in California A bus carrying a church group, which included several teenagers, was involved in an accident that resulted in injuries to twenty-six individuals while returning from a youth retreat in California. Out of those affected, twenty were taken to hospitals, while six opted not to receive further medical attention […]
Grand jury determines the identity of the murderer in the 1962 Bristol church murder cold case
Identification of Church Murderer After Over 60 Years After more than six decades, officials have identified the man responsible for the tragic rape and murder of nine-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty in a church in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This revelation, announced by Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Shawn, comes following a detailed investigation by a grand […]
Century-old time capsule found at a Utah church reveals traces of a once lively Japantown
Time-Capsule Discovery at Japanese Church in Salt Lake City SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A historian’s intuition about hidden treasures within a Japanese church in Salt Lake City has led to unexpected findings for its congregation, revealing a century-old glimpse into a once-thriving Japanese neighborhood that’s now struggling to survive. At the United Church of […]
Should the Church Remember the Overlooked? The Importance of Not Ignoring the Poor
Addressing Homelessness: A Call to Action People can often be seen on the streets, asking for help. You might find them under bridges or in familiar places in your neighborhood. Some might appear to be wandering aimlessly in shops, almost like lost pets. If we’re not paying attention, we may easily miss those who are […]
Christians Come Together for Global Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church On Sunday, Christians globally came together for the annual International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, focusing their prayers on believers facing persecution due to their faith. Todd Nettleton, vice president of Voices of the Martyrs and a radio host, underscored the necessity of empathizing with […]
Archaeologists find a well-preserved church at the location of an ancient Roman hospital in Turkey.
Archaeological Discovery in Turkey Recent excavations in Turkey have unveiled a significant site that was originally a Roman hospital and later transformed into a Christian holy place, shedding light on a rich historical narrative. Ankara’s state broadcaster reported this find on October 8. The ruins emerged from the ancient city of Kaunos, located in the […]
When the church consumes from below, belief weakens
Reflections on a Montana Stream On most days, the stream behind my home in Montana resembles a picturesque scene. The sunlight makes the water sparkle like glass as it flows over smooth stones, beneath wooden bridges, and through the trees. One hot afternoon, I kicked off my boots and stood in the stream for a […]
Church in Pennsylvania issues apology for Halloween float with Auschwitz gates phrase: ‘Deeply disrespectful’
Diocese of Pennsylvania Issues Apology for Halloween Parade Float The Diocese of Pennsylvania has expressed regret over a controversial float that featured a replica of the Auschwitz concentration camp gate during an elementary school Halloween parade. Bishop Timothy Sr. from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg formally apologized on Friday after witnessing this offensive display […]
Rick Warren States Christians Need to Rediscover First-Century Church Love to Impact the World
Rick Warren, a well-known pastor and author, argues that the global church needs to rekindle the spirit of the early Christian community to effectively meet the Great Commission by 2033, which marks the 2000th anniversary of Christ’s resurrection and death. “Most churches today seem to focus primarily on trends,” Warren shared with participants at the […]