Attacks on U.S. Churches Increased Twofold in 2024, Report Reveals
New Report Reveals Hostility Towards Churches in the U.S. A recent report from the Family Research Council (FRC), a conservative Christian organization based in Washington, highlighted over 400 instances of hostility directed at churches across the United States. The document, titled “Attacks Against the American Church,” was published on Monday and notes a range of […]
Report reveals 415 acts of aggression towards US churches in 2024.
Hostility Towards Churches in the U.S. Remains High Recent research from Christian organizations highlights an ongoing concern regarding hostility directed at churches across the United States. Since 2018, incidents of this nature have been monitored closely, revealing troubling trends. The Family Research Council’s annual report, titled “Hospitality against the Church against Hostility,” noted that in […]
Islamic State Executes Christians and Destroys Churches in Mozambique Attack
Concerns Over Silent Genocide in Mozambique The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) recently raised alarm regarding what they term a “silent genocide” in Mozambique. This situation involves the Islamic State jihadist group attacking churches, burning villages, and beheading Christians, with these brutal acts often portrayed on social media. MEMRI, known for translating and sharing […]
Christian fascism: Left reacts anxiously after IRS permits churches to support politicians
IRS Ruling Sparks Debate Over Church Political Involvement It seems the American left is diving deeper into concerns about political entanglement in churches. Recent reactions to a ruling by the IRS, which now permits churches to back political candidates without risking their tax-exempt status, reveal some strong opinions. One reaction described the situation as “Christofascism,” […]
Trump Supports IRS Choice Permitting Churches to Back Political Candidates
Trump’s Support for Church Involvement in Politics President Donald Trump expressed his approval of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allowing churches to support political candidates, stating he is pleased that “the church can do it now.” During a press interaction on Wednesday, Trump shared his thoughts on the IRS’s decision, emphasizing that his administration has […]
Christian University Declines Large Grant Intended to Promote LGBTQ Inclusion in Churches Following Backlash
Baylor University Returns Grant Amid Backlash Baylor University announced on Wednesday that it has decided to return a grant of $643,401 from a liberal nonprofit focused on promoting inclusion for LGBT individuals within the church. This decision came after facing criticism from supporters of the university. In a statement released on June 30, prior to […]
The Decline of Biblical Church Discipline in Today’s Protestant Churches
Study Reveals Limited Church Discipline Practices Among Protestants A recent study by Lifeway Research indicates that formal church discipline is infrequently practiced in many Protestant congregations. According to the findings, only one in six pastors reported that their church had engaged in discipling members over the past year. One expert noted, “The lack of church […]
Our churches are vulnerable. Here’s how to respond.
Reflecting on Freedom and Church Security This week, countless Americans engage in celebrations, from fireworks to family gatherings, honoring the sacrifices made by our forebears for our freedom. The Declaration of Independence, ratified by 56 signatories, was far more than a list of grievances; it was a formal declaration of war. Among the signers was […]
Serious child sex abuse accusation raised against priest who worked at churches in Brooklyn and Queens
Priest Delocked After Investigation into Allegations Father Michael McHugh, who served as a pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Astoria, has been officially delocked following an investigation into child sexual abuse allegations that date back to the 1980s. This case adds McHugh’s name to a troubling list of accused priests within the […]
Safety expert offers advice to safeguard churches following Michigan shooting
Security Insights After Church Shooting Attempt in Michigan Following a serious shooting incident at Crosspoint Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, on Sunday, a security expert shared practical strategies for churches to enhance their safety. Ken Alexandrow, who has a background of over 26 years with the Metro Nashville Police Department and has worked with the […]