Dallas tornado aftermath: ‘Cross of Jesus still stands’ after roof torn off building, giving hope to community
A Dallas church had its roof torn off and much of the building was destroyed after a tornado ripped through the area Sunday, but the cross stood -- a symbol of hope for the community amidst loss.
A Dallas church had its roof torn off and much of the building was destroyed after a tornado ripped through the area Sunday, but the cross stood -- a symbol of hope for the community amidst loss.
Share of Americans with no religious affiliation growing
.The portion of Americans with no religious affiliation is rising significantly, in tandem with a sharp drop in the percentage that identifies as Christians, according to new data from the Pew Research Center.
.The portion of Americans with no religious affiliation is rising significantly, in tandem with a sharp drop in the percentage that identifies as Christians, according to new data from the Pew Research Center.
Proposed bill would make Bible courses a requirement in Florida public schools
If is passes, the bill would go into effect in July 2020.
If is passes, the bill would go into effect in July 2020.
‘Click to pray’: Vatican launches $110 wearable smart rosary
In an effort to get more young people to pray for world peace, the Vatican has launched a $110 wearable digital rosary, called the “Click To Pray eRosary.”
In an effort to get more young people to pray for world peace, the Vatican has launched a $110 wearable digital rosary, called the “Click To Pray eRosary.”
Sergeant sues Phoenix PD, claims 1st Amendment rights were violated by social media policy
The Phoenix Police Department being sued by one of its own police sergeants.
The Phoenix Police Department being sued by one of its own police sergeants.
NFL player Demario Davis won't be fined for wearing 'Man of God' headband
A linebacker with the New Orleans Saints says he has won an appeal of a fine the NFL levied on him for more than $7,000 for wearing a headband that reads: Man of God.
A linebacker with the New Orleans Saints says he has won an appeal of a fine the NFL levied on him for more than $7,000 for wearing a headband that reads: Man of God.
Mormon leader: Uphold 'sexual purity' in face of mocking
A high-ranking leader from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints urged members Saturday to adhere to the faith's law of chastity that forbids premarital sex despite mocking by others on social media.
A high-ranking leader from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints urged members Saturday to adhere to the faith's law of chastity that forbids premarital sex despite mocking by others on social media.
Freedom From Religion Foundation files complaint against judge after giving Bible to Amber Guyger
The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct on Thursday, saying it was inappropriate for Judge Tammy Kemp to give Amber Guyger her Bible and read a passage from it.
The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct on Thursday, saying it was inappropriate for Judge Tammy Kemp to give Amber Guyger her Bible and read a passage from it.
Kentucky governor encourages students to participate in ‘Bring Your Bible to School Day’
"Bring Your Bible to School Day" is a national event sponsored by the Christian organization Focus on the Family, which reports that more than 650,000 students participated in last year’s movement
"Bring Your Bible to School Day" is a national event sponsored by the Christian organization Focus on the Family, which reports that more than 650,000 students participated in last year’s movement
‘It’s hot where you’re going’: Church tells thief who stole AC unit to keep it with message on sign
An Ohio church used its message sign to condemn the actions of a thief who stole a brand new air conditioning unit from the grounds.
An Ohio church used its message sign to condemn the actions of a thief who stole a brand new air conditioning unit from the grounds.
Think about who you offer ‘thoughts and prayers’ to following a tragedy or disaster, study suggests
The phrase “thoughts and prayers” has become so commonly used following tragic events and natural disasters that there are now countless memes mocking the gesture.
The phrase “thoughts and prayers” has become so commonly used following tragic events and natural disasters that there are now countless memes mocking the gesture.
Some concerned as 2 Phoenix churches are set for demolition to make way for homes
Some Valley residents are nervously eyeing plans for redevelopment in their area, as plans call for big changes to the land that churches currently sit on.
Some Valley residents are nervously eyeing plans for redevelopment in their area, as plans call for big changes to the land that churches currently sit on.
Phoenix church officials frustrated after thieves stole copper pipes from its AC unit
Imagine not having air conditioning in this heat. That is what one church in Phoenix is dealing with, after thieves cut out the copper pipes in their system.
Imagine not having air conditioning in this heat. That is what one church in Phoenix is dealing with, after thieves cut out the copper pipes in their system.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leader reaffirms religion’s opposition to gay marriage
The leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reaffirmed the religion’s opposition to gay marriage Tuesday, while explaining that leaders lifted a short-lived ban on baptisms for children of gay parents because they felt the “heartache” it caused.
The leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reaffirmed the religion’s opposition to gay marriage Tuesday, while explaining that leaders lifted a short-lived ban on baptisms for children of gay parents because they felt the “heartache” it caused.
NFL star Drew Brees encourages students to ‘live out your faith,’ bring Bible to school
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is calling on students to participate in Bring Your Bible to School Day as a celebration of faith and religious freedom in America.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is calling on students to participate in Bring Your Bible to School Day as a celebration of faith and religious freedom in America.
Tucson apartment residents face eviction for targeting mosque
An apartment complex near the University of Arizona campus intends to evict residents who threw glass bottles and alcohol at a neighboring mosque.
An apartment complex near the University of Arizona campus intends to evict residents who threw glass bottles and alcohol at a neighboring mosque.
Mississippi wedding venue claims ‘Christian belief’ as reason for rejecting interracial couple
A Mississippi wedding venue that refused to host an interracial couple on their big day — reportedly citing "Christian belief" — has seemingly backtracked after the owner reread the Bible and spoke with her pastor.
A Mississippi wedding venue that refused to host an interracial couple on their big day — reportedly citing "Christian belief" — has seemingly backtracked after the owner reread the Bible and spoke with her pastor.
Harry Potter books banned from Catholic school because reading spells 'risk conjuring evil spirits'
The "Harry Potter" series has been banned from a Catholic school in Tennessee because the fictional magic used "actual curses and spells," according to a pastor who described the beloved books as "a possible threat" to their beliefs.
The "Harry Potter" series has been banned from a Catholic school in Tennessee because the fictional magic used "actual curses and spells," according to a pastor who described the beloved books as "a possible threat" to their beliefs.
Ruling against towns in religious discrimination case upheld
An appeals court has upheld a ruling that concluded two towns on the Arizona-Utah border had discriminated against people who weren't members of a polygamous sect, rejecting an argument that a judge made an error in finding there was a conspiracy between the church and towns.
An appeals court has upheld a ruling that concluded two towns on the Arizona-Utah border had discriminated against people who weren't members of a polygamous sect, rejecting an argument that a judge made an error in finding there was a conspiracy between the church and towns.
Utah man closer to death by firing squad after losing appeal
A Utah death row inmate featured in the popular book "Under the Banner of Heaven" after killing his sister-in-law and her child for resisting his polygamist beliefs inched closer to becoming the first American to be executed by firing squad in nearly a decade after losing his latest appeal.
A Utah death row inmate featured in the popular book "Under the Banner of Heaven" after killing his sister-in-law and her child for resisting his polygamist beliefs inched closer to becoming the first American to be executed by firing squad in nearly a decade after losing his latest appeal.