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Iran Elevates Khamenei’s Son Mojtaba as New Supreme Leader, Defying Trump’s Warning

Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as Iran’s new supreme leader, elevating the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to the country’s highest authority during a period of escalating conflict.

Rev. A.R. Bernard, Timothy Dolan Sworn In as NYPD Co-Chief Chaplains
Rev. A.R. Bernard and former Archbishop of New York Timothy Dolan have been sworn in as co-chief chaplains of the New York Police Department’s Chaplain’s Unit.
Francis Chan Apologizes for Past Endorsements of Leaders Later Disgraced by Scandal
Pastor and bestselling author Francis Chan has publicly apologized for previously endorsing Christian leaders who were later involved in serious scandals, acknowledging that his support may have contributed to confusion.
Indiana Man Sentenced to 10 Months in Federal Prison for Church Vandalism With Satanic Symbols
A federal judge has sentenced an Indiana man to prison after he vandalized a church with Satanic imagery, authorities announced. Steven James Perkinson received a sentence of 10 months.

GAFCON Rejects Plan for Rival to Archbishop of Canterbury, Adopts Council Leadership Model

A global coalition of conservative Anglicans has abandoned plans to appoint a new leader who would serve as a rival to the archbishop of Canterbury. GAFCON announced that the Global Anglican Communion would instead be governed by a collective leadership body known as the Global Anglican Council rather than a single “first among equals.”

Gallup: ‘Nones’ Reach Record 24% as Fewer Americans Say Religion Is Central to Their Lives
A growing number of Americans report having no formal religious affiliation, with the group known as the “nones” reaching a record share of the U.S. population in 2025, according to newly released Gallup data. The findings come from more than 13,000 interviews conducted throughout Gallup’s monthly surveys during 2025.
“Sarah’s Oil,” “House of David” Take Top Honors at 33rd Movieguide Faith & Values Awards
Faith-driven storytelling dominated the 33rd Annual Movieguide Faith & Values Awards, where the productions “Sarah’s Oil” and “House of David” emerged as two of the evening’s most celebrated winners. The formal ceremony, hosted by Cameron Mathison, was broadcast on Great American Family and GFAM+.
Evangelical Leaders Pray Over Trump in Oval Office as War With Iran Intensifies
A group of Evangelical leaders gathered in the Oval Office on March 5 to pray with President Donald Trump, asking for divine guidance and for the success of the United States as tensions with Iran escalate. Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, shared details about the meeting.