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St. Elijah's, Oldest Christian Monastery Obliterated In Iraq by ISIS
Iraq's oldest Christian monastery was ruined as another target of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group's relentless destruction of ancient cultural sites. U.S. troops and advisers had worked to protect and honor the monastery.
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‘Faith Is Family-Friendly Force’ For African-Americans, Latinos, Says Sociologist
Faith can furnish a beneficial, sturdy path related to challenges specifically faced by African-American and Latino minorities, claim the authors of a new book entitled "Soul Mates: Religion, Sex, Love, and Marriage Among African Americans and Latinos." The book reflects what the authors believe to be the first study of religion and family life among blacks and Latinos.
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Michigan Dentist Playing Christian Music In Clinic Sued By Former Employees, 'Prophet' Consulted Her
A Christian dentist in Lake Orion, Mich., is being sued by four former employees for playing Christian music in her clinic and allegedly praying with staff members against their will. The former employees claim Tina Marshall, DDS, caused them distress by forcing her religion on them.
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Report: Only One Christian Admitted to US among Nearly 500 Muslim Syrian Refugees Resettled
Only one of the 483 Syrian refugees approved by the United States for settlement was Christian, since the refugee admission program came under more scrutiny after Paris terror attacks last November increased concerns about security risks and terrorists posing as refugees. Christians account for an estimated 10 percent of the Syrian population. One Canadian religious group now is focusing on trying to provide refugees spiritual assistance through various ministries.
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Chinese Exchange Student Jiang Yiu Killed in Road-Rage Shooting in Arizona
A 19-year-old Chinese woman died in a road-rage shooting Saturday by an Arizona woman who had written a note promising she would engage in violence prior to the time of the accident. The attacker "expressed a desire to be shot by law enforcement," according to court documents.
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Michael Tait accused of sexual misconduct and drug use, allegations span two decades
Michael Tait, longtime Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) artist and frontman of the iconic groups DC Talk and Newsboys, has been accused of sexual misconduct, grooming, and illegal drug use in allegations that span over 20 years.
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Worship leader Sean Feucht accused of financial, spiritual, and moral misconduct
Sean Feucht, a prominent evangelical worship leader and political activist, is facing a wave of serious accusations involving financial mismanagement, spiritual abuse, and moral misconduct. The claims, raised by former staff members, have surfaced through a recently launched website dedicated to collecting testimonies from those who worked closely with him.
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Michael Tait faces new allegations of sexual assault, drugging, and abuse — Two victims were minors
Michael Tait, longtime frontman of Christian bands DC Talk and Newsboys, is facing mounting accusations of sexual assault, drug use, and abuse — with a growing list of alleged victims, including two who were minors at the time of the incidents.
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‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Phil Robertson dies at 79
Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the family featured in the hit reality television show Duck Dynasty, died on May 25, 2025, at his home in West Monroe, Louisiana. He was 79.
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After Phil: Willie and Korie Robertson reflect on a life of legacy and launch a revival
Phil Robertson, the iconic patriarch of Duck Dynasty and a bold man of faith, passed away on May 25 at the age of 79. As the family grieves, Willie and Korie Robertson took time to reflect on the legacy of a man whose life was deeply marked by the Gospel.
