Tag: ministry response

LDS Church Defends Trademark Rights in Clarifying Q&A Session

July 20, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The Open Stories Foundation and podcaster Dr. John Dehlin have responded to a trademark lawsuit initiated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church claims rights to the “Mormon…

Ninth Circuit to Rehear Case Involving Religious Organization, Vacates Previous Panel Ruling

July 19, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The Ninth Circuit Court has decided to rehear a case concerning the hiring practices of religious organizations. This development means the previous ruling has been set aside and the legal questions about…

Regulator Launches Investigation into 12 Additional Charities in £22 Million Cheque Inquiry

July 17, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The Charity Commission is investigating a total of 22 charities concerning the cashing of cheques valued at £22 million. This inquiry aims to assess whether these financial activities were conducted appropriately and…

Former Ankeny Teacher Sentenced to Probation After Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct with Sixth-Grade Student

July 16, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: A former teacher at Ankeny Christian Academy received a probation sentence after being accused of sexual impropriety with a sixth-grade student. He entered an Alford plea to a charge of assault causing…

LDS Church Faces 2026 Lawsuit: Key Information for Victims

July 16, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The LDS Church is facing a series of lawsuits regarding alleged issues such as sexual abuse, financial fraud, and retaliation against whistleblowers. These claims, which come from former members, victims, and even…

Church of God in Christ Secures Defamation Injunction

July 15, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The Church of God in Christ Inc. has received a preliminary injunction aimed at preventing a musician from continuing to make defamatory statements against the denomination and its leaders. This legal action…

Concerns Emerge Over Religious Freedom in South Korea Amid Shincheonji Scrutiny

July 14, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: Recent investigations into the Shincheonji Church of Jesus in South Korea have raised concerns about religious freedom. Senior government officials have labeled the group as harmful, prompting accusations of discrimination and possible…

Appeals Court Decision Sparks Controversy Over Maine Schools’ Religious Exemptions and Child Education Rights

July 12, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: A recent ruling by the First Circuit Court of Appeals has gone against a Christian school in Bangor involved in a lawsuit regarding alleged violations of their religious freedom by the State…

Shen Yun Faces 2026 Lawsuit: Essential Information Available

July 10, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: The Shen Yun Performing Arts lawsuit encompasses serious allegations of labor abuses, immigration fraud, and psychological coercion involving young performers. Multiple legal actions and federal investigations target the organization and its parent,…

Judge Dismisses Milford Church’s Legal Challenge to Vaccine Mandate, Threatening Daycare’s Future Amid Community Concerns

July 9, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: Milford Christian Church’s daycare is facing a significant challenge after a judge dismissed its petition against vaccine mandates enforced by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. The church, which views the daycare…