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Daystar President Joni Lamb Dies at 65 After Health Struggles

Joni Lamb, co-founder and president of the Texas-based Christian broadcaster Daystar Television Network, has died at the age of 65. Daystar confirmed her death in a statement released Thursday, saying she passed away earlier that morning.

Ruben Saenz Jr. Elected President of United Methodist Council of Bishops
Ruben Saenz Jr. has been named the new president of the United Methodist Church Council of Bishops, succeeding Tracy S. Malone.
LAUSD Reverses Decision, Allows Christian Club Promotion in Weekly School Webinar
The largest public school district in California has reversed its earlier position and agreed to allow a Christian student group to promote its activities during a school-wide webinar after facing legal pressure over alleged discrimination.
Wave of Leadership Transitions to Transform South Korea’s Megachurches
A wave of leadership changes is moving through some of South Korea’s largest churches, with several megachurches appointing or preparing to appoint new senior pastors, described as a generational transition for Korean Protestantism.

Mike Johnson Says Rights Come From God, Not Government at National Day of Prayer

Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House, said Thursday that Americans’ rights originate from God rather than government, describing the Declaration of Independence as “our national statement of faith” during a National Day of Prayer event at the U.S. Capitol. The 75th annual observance of the National Day of Prayer took place in Statuary Hall on Capitol Hill.

Archaeologists Discover Statue Believed to Depict Ramses II, Often Linked to Exodus Narratives
Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a large statue believed to represent Ramses II, a pharaoh frequently portrayed in films as the ruler associated with the biblical Exodus story. The find was made at the Tel Faraoun archaeological site in Sharqia Governorate during a recent excavation mission.
Fewer Members, More Engagement: SBC Reports Gains in Attendance and Small Groups Despite Decline
Membership in the Southern Baptist Convention declined in 2025, even as key indicators such as worship attendance and baptisms showed continued growth. A report published Tuesday by Lifeway Research analyzing Annual Church Profile statistics found that total SBC membership fell by more than 3% over the past year.
Israel Plans to Host 8,000 Young Christian Leaders by 2026
Israel is preparing a major initiative to deepen its relationship with the global Christian community by inviting thousands of young leaders to visit the country over the next two years. The effort follows the recent appointment of a special envoy dedicated to engaging with Christians worldwide, signaling a broader diplomatic push by the Israeli government.