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May 8th, 2019
Renowned Christian televangelist Pat Robertson stirred up debate in faith circles by taking a swipe at "Young Earth" Creationists who believe the universe is only 6,000 years old.
Is the "National Day of Prayer" Constitutional?
May 3rd, 2019
The National Day of Prayer has long been celebrated by religious groups as an opportunity for Americans to unite and connect with their faith. But critics say it's blatantly unconstitutional.
Was Jesus a Palestinian? Scholars Debate
April 26th, 2019
Forget the fair-skinned, blue-eyed man that still adorns many stained glass windows and paintings. Jesus was most likely a Palestinian, say archaeologists and theologists.
Donations Pour in for Destroyed Black Churches After Notre Dame Fire
April 20th, 2019
Over the course of several weeks prior to the Notre Dame blaze, three historically black churches in Louisiana were destroyed by an arsonist. What began as a tragic story of hate soon morphed into one of unity.
Controversial Church Tactic Leaves Neighbors Feeling Creeped Out
March 28th, 2019
A Nashville-based church passed out cards with the names and addresses of local residents and instructed congregants to pray for, and then write a letter to, the individuals on the card. Not everyone appreciated the gesture.
Unvaccinated Student Sues Over School Ban, Citing Religous Discrimination
March 28th, 2019
In the wake of a severe chickenpox outbreak in Kentucky, a Catholic high school student was barred from playing on the school basketball team when officials discovered he was not vaccinated against the disease.
Lawmaker Preaches About Jesus as Muslim Woman Is Sworn into Office
March 27th, 2019
The swearing-in ceremony for Pennsylvania's first Muslim state legislator was marred by an opening address asking Jesus for forgiveness and claiming that America has "lost sight of God."
Teacher at Religious School Fired for "Living in Sin"
March 18th, 2019
When a teacher got divorced and moved in with another man, she unknowingly violated a school employment clause that forbids "any sexual activity outside of a heterosexual marriage," then she was forced to resign.
Methodist Church Votes to Keep Discriminating Against Gays
March 13th, 2019
After several years of emotionally charged debate, the United Methodist Church has ultimately decided to maintain its longstanding official position that homosexuality is “incompatible with Christian teaching.”
A Cussing, Soul-Shaking Good Time
March 4th, 2019
The controversy-seeking Memphis pastor Thaddeus Matthews, who styles himself as the 'cussing pastor', is in hot water again, this time for hosting a twerking contest in his church.
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