
Christian-Owned In-N-Out Burger Returns Headquarters to Baldwin Park with Tennessee Expansion
Gen Z Faces Challenges with Small Groups, Turns to Mothers for Spiritual Guidance
According to a report by Barna, while many churches utilize small groups to foster deeper relationships and community among their members, this approach to discipleship is not particularly effective for younger generations. In its February State of the Church release, created in partnership with personal growth platform Gloo, Barna examined “Discipleship Across Generations” and discovered that only about a quarter of those being discipled are part of a small group. ‘No Christians in Command’ Policy Under Fire in Lawsuit Filed by Army National Guard Officer
An Army National Guard officer has filed a lawsuit against Idaho Republican Governor Brad Little and two senior military officials, alleging that his removal from command was unlawful and motivated by his Christian beliefs. Liberty Counsel filed the federal lawsuit on January 17 on behalf of Major David Worley.
Convicted Pastor Killer Steven Nelson to Be Executed Following Unsuccessful Appeals
Christian Meteorologist Known for Tornado Prayer Laid Off in Restructuring
A Mississippi TV meteorologist who became an internet sensation for his sincere prayer during a deadly tornado in 2023 has been laid off due to corporate restructuring efforts. Matt Laubhan, the former chief meteorologist at local ABC affiliate WTVA in northeast Mississippi, became a social media sensation in March 2023 after he prayed on-air for those in the path of a dangerous EF-3 tornado in Amory. Supreme Court Set to Review Challenge from Christian Company Against Obamacare Mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to consider reinstating some of the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) no-cost coverage requirements for preventive care services. This decision comes after an appeals court ruled in favor of a Christian business that argued some requirements would compel it to violate its religious convictions. CityServe and World Help Team Up with LA Churches to Aid Wildfire Victims
Christian humanitarian organizations CityServe and World Help are leading efforts to assist families affected by the catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas. The Palisades and Eaton wildfires, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, have caused widespread destruction across tens of thousands of acres, destroying over 12,000 structures and displacing more than 180,000 residents.
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Special Edition ‘God Bless the USA’ Bible Released Ahead of Inauguration
The "God Bless the USA" Bible, endorsed by President-elect Donald Trump, has released a special Inauguration Day edition ahead of the swearing-in ceremony on January 20. The Bible is inspired by and created from the song of the same name by American country music singer Melvin Lee Greenwood, and this special edition is priced at $69.99 plus shipping. Appeals Court Reopens Case Against NY Law Limiting Religious Hiring Rights
A federal appellate court has reinstated a challenge from pro-life organizations and a church against a New York law that prevents faith-based employers from taking action against employees who have abortions. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the pro-life pregnancy care center network CompassCare, the National Institute of Family and Life Advocates, and First Bible Baptist Church. Orthodox Christian Claims Responsibility for Demolishing Satanic Statue at NH State House
An Orthodox Christian man claims to have destroyed the demonic statue erected by Satanists outside the New Hampshire State House in Concord last month. In a Facebook post on Christmas Day, Concord resident Joshua Cummings stated, “I live in Concord, New Hampshire. It was I who destroyed the Satan statue in front of the State House.” New Orleans Attack: FBI Affirms Terrorist Act Inspired Entirely by ISIS
Federal investigators announced on Thursday that the suspect acted alone in the New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans while being influenced by the Islamic State terror organization. Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, a U.S. Army veteran, is suspected of deliberately driving a pick-up truck into a crowd celebrating the new year, resulting in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to more than 30 others. HUD Reports Spike in U.S. Homelessness, Exceeds 770,000 Due to Illegal Immigration
A recent report revealed that immigrants who entered the United States unlawfully contributed to a record high level of homelessness, with numbers exceeding 770,000 in 2024. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) report, released in December, recorded the number of homeless individuals in the U.S. at 771,480 in January 2024. Parental Rights Legislation Passes Ohio Senate: Students Permitted Religious Instruction Approval
The Ohio General Assembly has approved a bill supporting parental rights, which includes provisions for public school students to leave campus during school hours for religious instruction. The state's upper chamber passed House Bill 8 on Wednesday with a vote of 24-7, and the Ohio House has voted 57-31 to agree with the legislation. Texas Town Receives Award for Upholding Nativity Scene from Religious Liberty Group
The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty recently honored residents of Sweetwater, Texas, for their efforts to oppose the removal of a Nativity scene outside the local courthouse. The A religious liberty advocacy organization announced on Tuesday that the citizens were the recipients of its inaugural "Tiny Tim Toast" award for their strong turnout in defense of the Nativity display. Pizzeria Stands Firm on Refusal to Cater Gay Weddings Despite LGBT Backlash
The husband and wife owners of a Tennessee pizzeria are standing firm in their beliefs for refusing to cater a same-sex wedding. In a statement posted on Facebook on Monday, the Tennessee-based Pizzeria Cortile owners Justin and Amanda Bennett stated, “Recently, we made the difficult decision not to cater a wedding due to our personal beliefs.”