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GwenChurch of the Nazarene Member Robert Goens Dies at 72
Bob Goens, a devoted member of the Church of the Nazarene, lived a life rooted in faith, service, and family. He was a faithful member of Southeast Church...
A Utah play about an excommunicated gay Latter-day Saint returns with questions about faith, family and acceptance
Jay Perry, who portrayed Marcus in the 2006 world premiere of “Facing East,” reflects on the play’s enduring impact. The production, now celebrating its 20th anniversary, follows Ruth...
Pastor Don Brewer, 90, continues preaching at Greenfield First Church of the Nazarene despite retirement age
Pastor Don Brewer, 90, continues to serve as the pastor of Greenfield First Church of the Nazarene, a congregation of less than 100 members. Despite the challenges posed...
Robin Vasecka, Member of Coon Rapids Evangelical Free Church, Dies at 76
Robin Elaine Vasecka, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 76. She was a cherished member of the Coon...
Central District Conference Revisits Confession’s Article on Marriage and Family
Central District Conference of Mennonite Church USA is revisiting its relationship to the “Family, Singleness and Marriage” article in the denomination’s Confession of Faith. This reassessment follows questions...
Leroy Cooley, Member of South Cleveland Church of God, Dies at 81
Leroy Edward Cooley, 81, of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. A devoted member of the South Cleveland Church of God, Leroy lived a life...
Calvary Chapel Pastor Shares Family’s Joyful Experience at NorCal Pastors Conference
Nate Cate, pastor of Calvary Chapel Vallejo, CA, and his wife, Dani, shared a heartwarming experience at the NorCal Pastors & Leaders Conference last September. Their adopted son,...
Willie Leon “W.L.” Boshers, Member of Church of God of Prophecy, Dies at 82
Willie Leon “W.L.” Boshers, 82, a lifelong resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on June 24, 2026, at Life Care Center of Columbia. He was a devoted member...
“Church Releases Christmas Hymns with Historical and Cultural Context”
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released a new collection of Christmas hymns titled “Raise Your Voices in Joy,” featuring traditional carols with historical and...
