African delegates to the United Methodist Church’s General Conference pray in protest of the denomination’s acceptance of homosexuality outside the conference, in Charlotte, N.C., May 2, 2024. ...
WAYNESVILLE, N.C. — A lighthearted challenge issued by a western North Carolina pastor turned into a statewide movement of comedy and connection following this past weekend’s historic winter storm.
Here is an abridged introduction to a missions forecast from the WEA's Mission Commission warning against toxic utilitarianism as a threat to global stability, a narrow-minded view of national wellbeing, and a multi-faceted problem for those seeking to fulfill the purposes of God internationally. A decline in philanthropy, trauma of tribalism, lack of theological education, and impact of migration present challenges to the future of World Christianity and missions that will be significantly inte
A fire engine blocks a road near Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas, April 15, 2025. L Associated Press / Photo by Julio Cortez Loading the Aud...
A mother of three in Somalia fled her home after her Muslim husband learned she had accepted Christ, but he later also converted and now the entire family is at risk, they said.
The Theological Seminary St. Chrischona (TSC) announced sweeping changes to its operations, emphasizing its core mission of theological education, restructuring real-estate holdings and reaffirming a strategic partnership with the Institute for Community-Orientated Continuing Education (IGW).
Finnish member of parliament P ivi R s nen, who is awaiting a Supreme Court ruling in a criminal case over a Bible verse tweet, is scheduled to testify before the U S Congress on Wednesday about
For the first time, every new seafarer worldwide will be required to receive formal training on how to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, bullying, and assault — a move Christian maritime leaders say marks a long-overdue shift in protecting some of the world’s most isolated and vulnerable workers. The International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) welcomed new amendments adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) that took effect Jan. 1, 2026, establishing a global base
The share of pastors who feel like quitting their jobs is showing a significant decline since the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new data from Barna Research
India’s move from 11th to 12th place on an annual ranking of countries where it is most difficult to be a Christian may appear to signal marginal improvement, but church leaders and rights advocates say it masks historic highs of persecution in the country.