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Appeals Court Sides With LCMS in Governance Dispute With Concordia University Texas

A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in its legal dispute with Concordia University Texas, finding that the denomination cannot be forced to violate.

Texas Judge Wins $640K Legal Victory After Refusing Same-Sex Weddings
A Texas judge who declined to officiate same-sex weddings has prevailed in a lengthy legal battle, securing both monetary damages and protections against future disciplinary action.
Forrest Frank’s ‘Jesus Generation’ Tour Draws 25,000 in Nashville
Forrest Frank transformed Nashville’s GEODIS Park into a massive worship gathering Friday night, drawing 25,000 fans for a nearly two-hour concert that featured his chart-topping pop hits.
Detained Chinese Pastor Ezra Jin Receives Bible After Legal Challenge Sets Precedent
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, founder of Beijing’s influential Zion Church, has received a Bible while in detention after a legal effort challenged restrictions on religious materials in a Chinese detention center.

PCA Elects Fred Greco as New Stated Clerk, Pledges Servant Leadership

The Presbyterian Church in America has unanimously elected the Rev. Fred Greco as its sixth stated clerk during the denomination’s General Assembly in Louisville, Kentucky, while also selecting the Rev. Melton “Mel” Duncan as moderator. Greco, senior pastor of Christ Church in Katy, Texas, emphasized humility, service and unity.

42% of Young Men, 29% of Young Women Say Religion Is ‘Very Important’: Gallup
A majority of Americans continue to believe religion has a positive influence on society, although support for that view has declined over the past decade, according to a new Gallup survey. The percentage of Americans who believe a more religious society would be harmful increased from 17% to 22% over the same period.
Evangelical Leaders Warn of Free Speech Risks Under Canada’s Bill C-9
The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC) has weighed in on the recent passing of Bill C-9, which critics say weakens free speech protections on religious matters. Under the changes, people who make religious statements deemed controversial by others will no longer be able to use the legal defense that they spoke in “good faith.”
Ancient Standing Stone May Offer Evidence of King Hezekiah’s Biblical Religious Reforms
A newly published archaeological study suggests that a 2,750-year-old standing stone discovered at Tel Eton in southern Israel may provide evidence connected to the religious reforms of King Hezekiah described in the Bible. The research examines an unusual stone uncovered within an ancient Israelite residence.