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Pastors are still struggling but relief remains out of reach for many
Pastoral satisfaction has dropped 20 points since 2015 but the measures many pastors believe would help are often unattainable.
July 4, 1776: The founding of a Christian nation?
The American Declaration of Independence, of 1776, was a truly historic event.
Born on the 4th of July
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the special significance of the 4th of July this year.
Religion treated as a 'problem' in US public life
A new report warns that such an attitude has served as the basis for increasing conflicts that have permeated American society and compromised religious liberty at various levels.
Five Christian footballers using football’s biggest stage to point people to Christ
Amid the goals, trophies and celebrations, some players are using football’s biggest stage to point beyond themselves and give glory to God.
Over a million abortions took place in the US last year
DIY abortions now account for over a quarter of all abortions in the US.
Fewer Americans believe faith is good for the country
The proportion of Americans who believe their country would benefit if more people were religious has declined since 2013.
Bethel Church distances itself from Todd Bentley and Mike Bickle
Bethel Church has announced a sweeping review of its leadership culture, saying that some areas require "attention and reform".
Washington Archdiocese parts ways with exorcist priest over UFO remarks
A prominent Christian exorcist has been removed from his role by the Archdiocese of Washington after suggesting that many reported UFO sightings could be linked to demonic activity.
A growing number of Protestants say others don’t know they’re Christian
The honesty of churchgoers about gaps in living unashamed reveals large numbers have room for growth in this important aspect of discipleship,” said Scott McConnell, executive director of Lifeway Research.
Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
Greg Locke, pastor of Global Vision Bible Church in Lebanon, Tennessee, announced Friday that his 20-year-old son, Evan Roberts Locke, has died.
Campaign seeks to put children's rights first in gay marriage debate
Katy Faust is challenging the legal definition of marriage in the US, arguing that the rights of children to a mother and father have been undermined, and she sees parallels with the UK.
Sam Allberry resigns after being 'disqualified' from ministry by church
Sam Allberry has resigned from his position as associate pastor of Immanuel Church Nashville after reportedly being in an “inappropriate relationship with an adult man in 2022".
US churchgoers report stronger faith and renewed commitment five years after Covid pandemic
A major new survey of over 24,000 Christian churchgoers in the US suggests many believe their faith and congregational life have strengthened in the years since the Covid-19 pandemic.
King Charles tells US Congress Christianity is his ‘firm anchor and daily inspiration’ during historic Washington address
King Charles III declared that Christianity remains a “firm anchor and daily inspiration” in his life as he delivered a landmark address to a joint session of the United States Congress during his first official state visit to the US as monarch.
Is Donald Trump religious?
New figures from Pew Research Center suggest that most Americans believe President Trump is not a very religious person.