With pope’s approval, Vatican allows priests to bless same-sex couples
With Pope Francis’ encouragement, the Vatican’s doctrinal office issued a document on Monday (Dec. 18) allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples.
Tragic attack on Hanukkah event in Sydney
The investigation continues as at least 15 people were killed and dozens wounded when a father and son reportedly opened fire on people during a Hanukkah celebration Sunday (Dec. 14) at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, according to multiple news outlets. Authorities called the attack terrorism targeting Jewish Australians.
Soaring congregations focus on growth of God’s Kingdom
At a wonderful gathering many years ago, I learned from Christian spiritual and strategic experts about how congregations can effectively fulfill the Great Commission.
Another SBC leader refutes allegations in sexual abuse report
Southern Baptist leaders and others mentioned in the sexual abuse report released May 22 continue to come forward to refute
First person: How to stay missionally minded as a mother
I’d wanted to be a missionary for years and I loved the two years my husband and I lived overseas.
Youth, women in Indonesia targeted by extremists
The head of Indonesia’s counter-terrorism agency said officials are focusing on protecting teenaged children and women from Islamic radicalization as they have become the most targeted groups.
Chitwood: EC’s proposed budget increase for IMB would have ‘significant impact’
A dozen more fully funded missionaries could be sent to the nations if messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention approve
American Bible Society to shut down $60 million museum
A $60 million museum that showcased the Bible’s role in American history will shut down less than three years after it opened.