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Teen Dies After Being Forced to Attend Church 'COVID Party'

July 10th, 2020

A Florida teen died after being exposed to coronavirus at a church-sponsored ‘COVID party.' This completely preventable tragedy is shining the spotlight yet again on the role of churches during the COVID pandemic. Continue Reading »

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Mississippi Replaces Confederate Symbol With 'In God We Trust' on State Flag

July 2nd, 2020

Mississippi seems poised to finally remove the Confederate Battle Flag from their own state flag. But they intend to replace it with the words "In God We Trust", which many advocates say is offensive to the nonreligious. Continue Reading »

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Does Wearing a Mask Go Against God's Will?

June 25th, 2020

The message from public health officials is clear: wear a mask to help protect yourself and others from coronavirus. But not everyone is on board – particularly some members of the faith community. Would God approve? Continue Reading »

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Seventh-Day Adventist Prophetess Predicts Nashville to be Nuked Next Month

June 23rd, 2020

Did one of the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church predict that Nashville's going to be nuked in July? A mysterious full-page ad appeared in the Sunday edition of a Tennessee newspaper with an ominous warning. Continue Reading »

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We Should Also Tear Down Statues of Jesus, Activists Say

June 22nd, 2020

As protesters in cities across America continue to topple statues of Confederate leaders, slave owners, and other historical figures, some are sounding the alarm that things are going to far. Is Jesus next? Continue Reading »

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Chick-fil-A CEO Says White Christians Should Repent for Racism

June 19th, 2020

The CEO of Chick-fil-A recently threw his support behind the Black Lives Matter movement, suggesting white Christians repent for the sin of racism. But with CFA's opposition to gay marriage, is that selective repentance? Continue Reading »

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President Trump Faces Backlash Over Tweet About Peace Activist

June 9th, 2020

President Trump is receiving backlash for calling Martin Gugino, a member of the Catholic Worker movement who was injured by police during recent protests, an "ANTIFA provocateur." A video of the injury went viral. Continue Reading »

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Church Leaders Condemn Police Violence and Trump "Photo-Op"

June 3rd, 2020

On Monday evening, D.C. police used tear gas and rubber bullets to break up a peaceful protest so that President Trump could walk to a local church. Outraged religious leaders are calling it a "photo-op." Continue Reading »

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Texas Mayor Says Only Men Can Lead Prayer at City Council Meetings

May 23rd, 2020

A Texas mayor sent shockwaves through his community when he said that he'd love more prayer before city council meetings... but only if they're led by men. And he's not backing down from that controversial statement. Continue Reading »

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Coronavirus Forces Reopened Churches to Shut Doors Again

May 22nd, 2020

A Georgia church is closing its doors after a brief re-open, as several congregants tested positive for coronavirus. The event has reignited the debate on whether churches should be open at all during this pandemic. Continue Reading »

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