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Texas Town Receives Award for Upholding Nativity Scene from Religious Liberty Group

The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty recently honored residents of Sweetwater, Texas, for their efforts to oppose the removal of a Nativity scene outside the local courthouse. The A religious liberty advocacy organization announced on Tuesday that the citizens were the recipients of its inaugural "Tiny Tim Toast" award for their strong turnout in defense of the Nativity display.

Scripture-Engaged Americans Lead in Charitable Contributions, Study Reveals
A significant majority of Scripture-engaged Americans donate more financially to charities than those who do not read the Bible, according to a recent survey. The American Bible Society released the ninth and final installment of its State of the Bible USA 2024 report on Thursday, with the latest chapter titled “Giving.”
Half of Professors Avoid Discussions on Transgenderism
Almost half of college professors feel uncomfortable discussing the topic of so-called “transgender rights” on campus, amid ongoing concerns about free speech in higher education, as a new survey has been released. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression(FIRE) released its 2024 FIRE Faculty Survey Report, titled “Silence in the Classroom,” on Thursday.

Virginia Church Threatened: Armed Intruder Charged with Attempted Murder

A 24-year-old man has been charged with attempted second-degree murder and other offenses after allegedly entering a Virginia church armed during a worship service. Tremonte Smith, a resident of Chesapeake, entered the Divine Church of Deliverance and Transformation Holiness in Suffolk, Virginia, on Sunday. He approached the podium in the sanctuary before being physically subdued by Pastor Brian Outlaw.

California Pastor Fends Off Axe-Wielding Burglar with Martial Arts
A California pastor subdued an axe-wielding burglar who broke into a church on Thanksgiving morning. The pastor successfully subdued the suspect until police arrived, ensuring the safety of the church's property, as reported by local law enforcement.
Man Faces Federal Charges for Entering Texas Church with Tactical Rifle
Russ Ragsdale, a 25-year-old white man, has been charged with a federal firearm crime for allegedly attempting to enter a Texas church armed with a tactical rifle. Ragsdale was arrested on November 22 and made his initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge Renée Harris Toliver on Monday.
ERLC Files Brief Supporting Texas Law on Age Verification for Adult Content
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) filed an amicus brief in a Supreme Court case examining a Texas law requiring age verification for adult website users. Texas House Bill (H.B.) 1181 requires websites to verify the age of users if at least one-third of their hosted content is considered “harmful to minors,”

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Court Rules Louisiana Can Mandate Ten Commandments Display in Some Schools
A federal appeals court has narrowed a lower court's ruling that prohibited Louisiana from enforcing a law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms. Last Friday, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit issued an order allowing the law mandating the displays to take effect in school districts without active challenges from parents.
Texas School Board Gives Preliminary Approval to Bible-Based Curriculum
The Texas State Board of Education moved closer to final approval of a state-authored elementary school curriculum that includes biblical teachings for students statewide. On Tuesday, The board's 15 members voted 8-7 in favor of preliminary approval for Bluebonnet Learning, a curriculum proposed earlier this year by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for use in K-5 public school classrooms.
Christian Website Designer Wins $1.5 Million Settlement from Colorado
The Christian business owner will receive over $1.5 million from Colorado as part of a settlement reached after winning her case at the United States Supreme Court. Last year, the court ruled that Lorie Smith of 303 Creative could not be compelled by a state anti-discrimination law to create websites that conflict with her Christian beliefs.
Oklahoma Education Department Establishes 'Office of Religious Liberty and Patriotism’
The Oklahoma Department of Education has announced the creation of an "Office of Religious Liberty and Patriotism" aimed at safeguarding the religious practices of students, teachers, and parents.
Bible-Engaged Adults Experience Less Loneliness Than Disengaged, Study Finds
A new survey indicates that Americans with stronger spiritual lives and those who frequently offer forgiveness experience less loneliness than those less engaged with the Bible and churches.
Louisiana Classrooms Barred from Displaying Ten Commandments Following Judge's Order
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a recently passed Louisiana law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in their classrooms. U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles issued a detailed ruling on Tuesday regarding the case of Darcy Roake et al. v. Cade Brumley et al.
Florida, Nebraska, South Dakota Oppose Establishing Abortion Rights in 2024 Election
The 2024 election produced mixed results for the pro-life movement, as voters approved pro-abortion measures in some states while similar initiatives failed in others. Alongside the presidential election and other federal, state, and local races, voters nationwide went to the polls on Tuesday to decide on a series of ballot measures
Florida Rejects Pro-Abortion Amendments, Following South Dakota and Nebraska
Florida emerged as the first state to defeat a pro-abortion ballot initiative by rejecting Amendment 4, which sought to ...