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Changes in Black Worship Patterns Influence Political Alignments in Midterm Elections
Black Church (AME, AME Zion and CME)

Changes in Black Worship Patterns Influence Political Alignments in Midterm Elections

Phillip Anthony Mitchell, pastor of the 2819 Church in Georgia, recently drew national attention for leading a large prayer gathering at AT&T Stadium in Texas. The event, which...

Christian and Missionary Alliance Opens Second Investigation into Ravi Zacharias Following New Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Evangelical Free, Alliance, Vineyard and Calvary Chapel

Christian and Missionary Alliance Opens Second Investigation into Ravi Zacharias Following New Sexual Misconduct Allegations

The Christian and Missionary Alliance (CMA) has initiated a second investigation into Ravi Zacharias, a prominent apologist and ministry leader, following new allegations of sexual misconduct reported by...

U.S. Cities Deploy Small, Fast, and Cheap Solutions to Homelessness Crisis

In an area once occupied by a parking lot in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, a unique solution to homelessness has taken shape. A cluster of containers has been transformed...

US Megachurches See Continued Growth as Smaller Churches Face Attendance Decline
Nondenominational and Megachurch

US Megachurches See Continued Growth as Smaller Churches Face Attendance Decline

The trend of megachurch growth in the United States continues to outpace the recovery of smaller congregations, according to a recent survey by the Hartford Institute for Religion...

National Baptist Convention President Accepts Target Donation Amid Ongoing Boycott
Black Church (AME, AME Zion and CME)

National Baptist Convention President Accepts Target Donation Amid Ongoing Boycott

Rev. Boise Kimber, president of the National Baptist Convention USA, has faced significant backlash after accepting a $300,000 donation from Target amid a nationwide boycott of the retail...

Homeless outreach nonprofits sued after bulldozer crushed man’s tent during encampment sweep

The family of a homeless man who died after a bulldozer crushed his tent during an encampment sweep has filed a lawsuit against the nonprofits involved in the...

Philipp Anthony Mitchell Urges Clarity in Gospel Ministry Amid Criticism

Christ is the ultimate model of gentle strength. He did not hold his tongue before the Sanhedrin or Pilate. His entire ministry was public, proclaiming the kingdom on...

The God of DEI: Churches of Christ Reflect on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Sermon and Memorial Services
Churches of Christ and Disciples of Christ

The God of DEI: Churches of Christ Reflect on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Sermon and Memorial Services

Andrew J. Hairston, a long-time pastor at the Simpson Street Church of Christ in Atlanta, was honored in a memorial service attended by fellow ministers. The event, held...

Sam Collier Addresses Sexuality Allegations at CCC Atlanta Service
Nondenominational and Megachurch

Sam Collier Addresses Sexuality Allegations at CCC Atlanta Service

Sam Collier, lead pastor of the Christian Cultural Center (CCC) Atlanta, addressed recent rumors about his sexuality during a restoration service earlier this month. The event took place...

Terrence L. Johnson Appointed Dean of Emory’s Candler School of Theology
Black Church (AME, AME Zion and CME)

Terrence L. Johnson Appointed Dean of Emory’s Candler School of Theology

Terrence L. Johnson, currently serving as director of religion and public life and Charles G. Adams Professor of African American Religious Studies at Harvard Divinity School, has been...

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