Justice Department Sues Georgia City Over Closure Attempts of Christian Homeless Organization
Nativity Scene Displayed at U.S. Capitol Following Legal Battle
In a historic first, a Nativity scene was displayed on the steps of the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. Organizers say this milestone represents a significant achievement for religious freedom and the First Amendment. The display, which included prayer, Christmas carols, and a reading of the Christmas story, was made possible by a federal court decision that granted Rev. Patrick Mahoney and his supporters the right to peacefully celebrate the Christmas season on Capitol grounds. Hawaii Required to Allow Good News Club at All Public Schools, Court Affirms
A Christian youth organization has secured the right to hold meetings on every public school campus in Hawaii to ensure faith-based groups have equal access to school facilities. Last month, the Christian conservative legal center, Liberty Counsel, announced that it had obtained a permanent statewide injunction allowing the Good News Club.
Biden's Administration Allegedly Imposing 'Woke Agenda' on Christian Schools
Baptist-Affiliated University Exits Academic Probation
A university affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention, Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), has been removed from academic probation by an independent higher education accrediting agency. UMC's Plan to Cut Funding for Côte d'Ivoire Conference Draws Criticism
The United Methodist Church (UMC) is facing criticism for proposing to suspend funding for the Côte d'Ivoire Conference, a major regional body of one million members that disaffiliated from the denomination earlier this year. The UMC Council of Bishops has recently requested that the General Council on Finance and Administration cease funding for the Ivory Coast church. UN Human Rights Committee Urges Pakistan to Abolish Blasphemy Laws
Last week, the UN Human Rights Committee expressed alarm over the rising number of false blasphemy accusations in Pakistan, urging the government to repeal or amend the country's strict blasphemy laws. The committee emphasized that these false accusations often lead to Islamist mob violence and recommended revising the laws to align with the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).
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ERLC Urges Trump Transition Team to Implement Five Policy Initiatives
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC), under the Southern Baptist Convention, has addressed a letter to the Trump transition team, advocating for significant shifts in pro-life and religious liberty policies implemented during the Biden administration. UMC Unveils LGBTQ+ Heritage Project at Drew University
A commission of The United Methodist Church has established a resource center, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of LGBT-identified Methodists. The official launch of the Center for LGBTQ+ United Methodist Heritage, organized by the UMC General Commission on Archives & History (GCAH), was celebrated at Drew University. Luther Rice College Sues Georgia for Denying Financial Aid to Students
A Christian college in Georgia is challenging a state commission over its decision to prohibit students from accessing financial aid for their education. Lifeway Introduces First Bible Specifically for Children with Dyslexia
Lifeway Christian Resources has launched a new Bible specifically designed for children with dyslexia. The CSB Grace Bible for Kids, aimed at children ages 7 to 12, utilizes the Christian Standard Bible translation, which is recognized for its optimal combination of accuracy and readability. Lottie Moon Offering Hits Record High of $206.8 Million for Global Mission
The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has announced that the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, an annual donation intended to support international missions, has reached a record high of $206.8 million. Global Day of Prayer for Christian Media Launches on October 27
The Day of Prayer initiative for Christian media professionals is set to be live-streamed worldwide on October 27. ERLC Files Support Brief Upholding Tennessee's Ban on Gender Transition for Minors
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has filed an amicus brief in an upcoming Supreme Court case that will assess the constitutionality of a Tennessee law banning gender transition procedures for minors. National Week of Prayer Launches in the UK at More Than 100 Locations
Over a hundred events are set to take place throughout the week as Christians come together for the inaugural "National Week of Prayer" for the U.K. and beyond.