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US gets its first African-American cardinal
Archbishop Wilton Gregory, of Washington DC, is going to be the US' first African-American cardinal. Pope Francis announced his name among the 13 new members of the Catholic Church's highest governing body on Sunday.
Donald Trump says he's a 'non-denominational Christian'
Responding to a question about whether he considers himself an evangelical, Trump revealed he has moved on from Presbyterianism and is now a "non-denominational Christian".
Episcopal bishop investigated over refusal to allow same-sex marriages announces resignation
A bishop in the US Episcopal Church has announced his resignation after a disciplinary panel found him guilty of violating canon law over his refusal to permit same-sex marriage blessings in his diocese.
John Piper challenges Christian support for Trump
He ends by suggesting that he may not vote for Trump or Biden on November 3 because his allegiance to Jesus sets him "at odds" with "death by abortion and death by arrogance".
Churches drive online giving as collection plates take a hit
Churches across all denominations are now increasingly turning to online giving as a majority of them report reduced giving in the pews amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to Ministry Brands.
Petition accuses Moody Bible Institute of sex abuse cover-up
A recently launched petition alleges that sexual abuse has been covered up at Moody Bible Institute and is urging a formal investigation.
Teens are sleeping better and enjoying more family time during pandemic - report
While the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in declining mental health for many adults, the findings are different for teenagers, particularly those in two-parent households.
James MacDonald and former megachurch reach $1.45m settlement
James MacDonald has been awarded $1.45m after reaching an arbitration settlement with Harvest Bible Chapel (HBC), the megachurch he founded.
US Episcopal Church attendance has fallen by nearly a quarter since 2009
There has been a steep decline in attendance at the US Episcopal Church over the past decade.
My Covid symptoms were 'never that bad', says Greg Laurie
The Harvest pastor was one of a number of people to come down with Covid-19 after attending a White House event.
Fuller can expel students in same-sex marriages, judge rules
The judge ruled that the seminary was entitled to expel the students because same-sex marriages contravene its religious beliefs.
Pandemic may 'accelerate' loss of faith among younger generations
The pandemic may cause even more younger people to walk away from the Church, says Barna President David Kinnaman.
Christian ministry helping people with unwanted same-sex attraction suspended from Facebook
Facebook has removed the page of an interdenominational Christian ministry that helps people struggling with unwanted sexual attractions and gender confusion.
Trump says Covid diagnosis was a 'blessing from God'
Donald Trump is calling his coronavirus infection a "blessing from God" after making his return to the Oval Office.
Netflix indicted over 'Cuties' film
Netflix has been indicted over a French film that depicts 11-year-old girls twerking and dancing provocatively.
Biden says Catholic faith 'motivates everything'
The campaign of Democratic presidential hopeful and former Vice President Joe Biden has touted his religious beliefs in a series of new advertisements released last week that will target religious television and radio outlets, in the hopes of appealing to religious voters.