Authorities Identify Suspect in Kentucky Church Shooting
Kentucky Church Shooting Update Authorities have identified a 47-year-old man as a suspect in a shooting that occurred at a church in Kentucky on Sunday. The suspect allegedly shot a state trooper in Lexington before fleeing to Richmond Road Baptist Church, where he opened fire, according to police reports. Tragically, two women were killed, and […]
Two people die in church shooting in Kentucky, suspect is dead.
Tragic Shooting in Lexington, Kentucky In Lexington, Kentucky, a violent incident on Sunday resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including a Kentucky State Police officer, while three others sustained injuries. This occurred during what authorities described as a “squared incident” involving a single suspect, whose actions peaked at the Baptist Church. Authorities reported that […]
Authorities investigating reasons behind fatal church shooting, state trooper also hurt
Kentucky Church Shooting Investigation Kentucky police are currently investigating a tragic shooting that occurred at a church on Sunday, which resulted in the deaths of two women. Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers reported that the unidentified suspect shot and killed two women while injuring two men at the Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington. Authorities […]
Shooter in Kentucky church incident said, ‘Someone’s gonna have to die,’ after finding out the intended target was absent.
A man, suspected of a shooting at a rural Kentucky church, expressed a disturbing sentiment when he found out a specific victim was absent, stating, “someone has to die.” On a Sunday afternoon, Beverly Gum and her daughter, Star Rutherford, were preparing lunch for the congregation at Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington when they […]
Two people killed, two others hurt at Lexington church after a suspect shoots a trooper, according to police.
Church Shooting in Kentucky A violent shooting incident unfolded in Kentucky on Sunday, which left two women dead and a state trooper injured. The series of events began just before noon when state police officers attempted to pull over a suspect based on alerts from license plate readers. The suspect managed to set fire to […]
Two dead and several injured, including a Kentucky state trooper, in church shooting
Tragic Shootings in Kentucky Church On July 13, 2025, a chaotic scene unfolded when a suspect shot a Kentucky state trooper and then sought refuge in a nearby church, leading to further violence. The suspect, after fleeing the initial shooting, drove to Richmond Road Baptist Church. There, he reportedly carjacked a vehicle and opened fire, […]
The time of silenced pastors has ended: Reasons your church might become politically active soon
Churches Can Now Support Political Candidates For years, you might have wondered why your pastor didn’t endorse political candidates. Well, that was due to a restriction until recently. Back in 1954, Senator Lyndon B. Johnson introduced the Johnson Amendment, which prohibited tax-exempt organizations, including churches, from endorsing or opposing political candidates. Fast forward to last […]
The First Amendment is being challenged as priests risk jail or being banned from the church.
A few years back, while I was serving as an auxiliary bishop in Los Angeles, I made a point during a hierarchical conference in California. We were discussing various legislative actions, including a proposal that would require priests to break the seal of confession when it came to cases of child sexual abuse. I said […]
Padres pitcher learns of his All-Star Game selection while at church
Jason Adam’s First All-Star Selection MLB reliever Jason Adam has earned his first All-Star selection this season while playing from the San Diego Padres’ bullpen. It’s been quite the journey for him. The surprising news came as Adam was at church with his wife when he received a call from Padres manager Mike Schilt regarding […]
Pope and US denounce violent murder of Christians in Nigerian church
Pope Condemns Killings in Nigeria The Pope has expressed deep sorrow over the brutal killing of nearly 200 people in Nigeria’s Elewata community, which was recently attacked by Islamic extremists. The horrific incident that unfolded last month saw attackers open fire on Christian villagers while they slept, setting their homes ablaze. In a speech to […]