Florida legislation would permit churches to employ armed volunteers for safety.
Florida Bill on Armed Security at Places of Worship A new bill in Florida might enable churches, synagogues, mosques, and other worship sites to employ armed volunteers for security purposes without needing professional certification. Senate Bill 52, which gained unanimous support earlier this month, proposes that these places of worship can utilize armed volunteers instead […]
Man who murdered pastor and displayed him in a crucifixion position claims God will give him strength to kill 13 more and destroy all churches.
Arrest Made in Pastor’s Murder Case A man has been taken into custody for allegedly planning to attack multiple Christian leaders related to the murder of a well-known pastor in Arizona. The remains of 76-year-old Pastor William Schoeneman, who served at New River Bible Chapel, were found in his residence during a welfare check last […]
Vandalized Churches, Interrupted Services and Progressive Assault on Religious Freedom
Protests Erupt at Minnesota Church Over Anti-ICE Demonstration Last Sunday, congregants at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, began to pray and read from their Bibles—not as part of their scheduled service, but in reaction to a disruptive anti-ICE protest that interrupted their worship. This act seemed to infringe on their constitutional right to freely […]
Progressive Churches Have Brought in Migrants — Now They’re Turning Supporters Against ICE
Churches Oppose ICE in Wake of Recent Violence Churches of Christ are calling on their congregations to stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a surge of support for immigrants entering the country. In light of the January 7 shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, clergy across Minnesota have begun to vocalize their […]
We Will Not Support Funding Unless Changes Are Made, Such as Restricting Access to Churches
Discussion on Government Shutdown and ICE Funding During Wednesday’s episode of “Morning Joe,” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) discussed the potential for a government shutdown related to ICE funding. He emphasized the importance of including measures in the final government funding bill to “prevent ICE from attacking houses of worship, hospitals, and schools.” Co-host […]
Steve Deace expresses anger over Minnesota church protest: Churches need to follow THIS 4-step plan immediately or risk complete failure
On Sunday, January 18th, around 40 protesters against immigration policies disrupted morning services at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. They shouted phrases like “ICE out!” and demanded justice for Renee Good, a woman fatally shot by an ICE agent during an immigration operation in Minneapolis on January 7, after she hit him with her […]
Christians achieve a significant victory as New York backs down from requiring nuns and churches to pay for abortion following a major Supreme Court decision.
New York State Abandons Abortion Funding Mandate for Christian Organizations For nearly ten years, Christian groups have been pushing back against New York state’s requirement to fund abortions. They achieved a significant victory recently, spurred by a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court in June. Back in January 2017, then-Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that New […]
Many worshippers taken hostage by armed attackers at churches in Nigeria
Numerous members from at least two churches in Nigeria were taken hostage by armed men during Sunday services, according to reports from Reuters. Kaduna state police stated on Monday, referencing preliminary estimates, that dozens had been kidnapped, but church officials suggested that the number exceeded 160. This incident marks yet another episode in a long […]
‘Chatbot Jesus’ is a digital imitation — and churches are believing it
AI in the Church: A Double-Edged Sword Artificial intelligence is introducing various innovations within the church, including tools like “chatbot Jesus,” personalized prayers, AI-generated sermons, and virtual pastors that charge a subscription fee. While some view these developments as potential solutions for dwindling congregations, others argue they represent a new avenue for evangelism. It’s crucial […]
Cities Take Action Against Churches Providing Meals to the Homeless Before Thanksgiving
Across the nation, local governments are employing specific regulations to target churches that have historically provided assistance to those in need within their communities. These legal disputes can drag on for years and drain resources, leaving those dependent on charity facing harsh conditions, especially during the holidays. Take City Church in Fairfield, California, for example. […]