Death Toll in Tunisia Museum Attack Rises to 23
The death toll in Tunisia rose to 23 Thursday after a group of gunmen reportedly shot at tourists in the North African country\'s capital as they exited tour buses to visit a popular museum.
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U.S. Presbyterian Church Votes to Approve Same-Sex Marriage Amendment
The United States Presbyterian Church voted this week to approve an amendment that would change the definition of marriage to include same-sex marriage in their church\'s constitution.
Gunmen Open Fire in Tunisia, Killing at Least 20 Tourists
Gunmen reportedly stormed a museum in Tunisia's capital on Wednesday, killing at least 20.
U.S. Air Force Vet Accused of Attempting to Join Islamic State
A U.S. Air Force veteran was indicted this week on charges that he allegedly tried to join the Islamic State terrorist group in Syria.
Missouri's Lt. Governor Says Justice Dept. More Racist Than St. Louis Area
Missouri\'s lieutenant governor has spoken out regarding a recent Justice Department report that notes racial bias in the police department and local court system of Ferguson, a suburb of St. Louis.
Tim Tebow Practices with Philadelphia Eagles
Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow reportedly joined the Philadelphia Eagles for a workout this week, although the team is reportedly not planning on signing Tebow for the 2015 season.
Christians in India Protest Recent Rape of 75-Year-Old Nun
Christians in India are reportedly demanding that the country\'s government do more to protect their religion following a recent attack on a Christian school in West Bengal that included the rape of a 75-year-old nun.
Suspect Arrested, Charged in Shooting of Two Ferguson Police
Ferguson police have arrested a suspect they believe to be responsible for shooting of two police officers during a protest in the Missouri suburb last week.
Pa. Man Charged in Pastor's Death Says He 'Kills Demons'
A Pennsylvania man has been charged with first degree murder after he allegedly strangled a Maryland pastor to death, claiming the victim was possessed by demons.
Creflo Dollar Plane Request Sparks Controversy; Asks Followers to Donate Money for $65M Ministry Plane
Well-known televangelist Creflo Dollar has reportedly asked followers to donate hundreds of thousands of dollars so he may purchase a $65 million airplane for his ministry.
Australia Working to Confirm Suicide Bombing Death of Teen Recruited by Islamic State
The Australian government is investigating the alleged suicide bombing death of a teen recruited by the Islamic State who also had plans to carry out terrorist attacks at multiple sites in Melbourne.
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2819 Church Draws 80,000 to AT&T Stadium for Prayer and Worship
Nearly 80,000 people gathered with Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell and 2819 Church at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday for a large-scale evening of prayer and worship. Ed Newton, senior pastor of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, attended the event, known as “ACCESS — That Powerful Hour of Prayer.” Free tickets for the gathering were claimed within eight hours.
Court Poised to Dismiss South Carolina UMC Lawsuits Against Nearly 70 Churches
A South Carolina judge is preparing to dismiss lawsuits filed by the United Methodist Church’s South Carolina Conference against nearly 70 congregations seeking to leave the denomination while retaining their properties. The conference said Tuesday that Circuit Court Judge Brian M. Gibbons had informed the parties that he intends to dismiss the cases.
THINQ Summit Speakers Debate Islam’s Compatibility With Western Values and Christian-Muslim Relations
A Christian pastor who has spent years building relationships with Muslims and a historian who has studied Islamic history and doctrine debated whether Islam’s theological and political teachings allow the religion to coexist with Western society. Roberts said he once feared things like Sharia, or Islamic law, but realized the U.S. Constitution wouldn’t allow it.
Christian Teacher Sues School After Being Fired Over Pro-Life Answer
A Christian teacher with 28 years of experience has filed a discrimination claim against a school in northeast England after being dismissed following a pro-life response to a student’s question about abortion. Anita Meston, 63, is suing Biddick Academy, a state-funded secondary school in Washington, Sunderland, according to ADF International, which is supporting her case.
Pastor Faces ‘Unlawful Entry’ Charge After Prayer Protest Outside Chinese Embassy in D.C.
A Christian pastor is facing a criminal charge after refusing to leave a sidewalk outside the Chinese Embassy in Washington while protesting China’s treatment of religious minorities. The Rev. Patrick Mahoney, leader of the Christian Defense Coalition, said in a Sept. 28 Facebook post that he was “arrested by the United States Secret Service for peacefully praying on a public sidewalk in front of the Chinese Embassy.”