The World Council of Churches and the Middle East Council of Churches will hold an Inter-religious youth workshop for peace in Bekfaya, Lebanon, bringing together young Christians and Muslims from the Middle East region that wish to build a common vision of peace and non-violent action. The four-day workshop, slated for Jan 30, 2004, is part of the WCC’s Decade to Overcome Violence initiative. The participants will be encouraged to discuss educational alternatives to violence, including training in dialogue and reconciliation.
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Franklin Graham defends Pres. Trump not swearing on the Bible: 'It wasn't intentional.'
In an exclusive interview with Premier, Rev. Franklin Graham shared his reflections on President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, addressing the unexpected moment when Trump did not place his hand on a Bible while taking the oath of office. According to Graham, the incident was not deliberate.
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Trump Launches White House Faith Office: A Bold Bet on Religion in Government
In a move that underscores his deepening focus on faith in public life, President Donald Trump has announced the creation of the White House Faith Office, a dedicated branch designed to strengthen the role of religious organizations in government affairs.
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EXCLUSIVE: Fuller Professor Dr. Salvatierra Shares Insights from Latino Immigrant Churches, Offering Insights for Asian Immigrant Churches
Dr. Alexia Salvatierra reflected on her research on Latino immigrant churches, explored the intergenerational tensions within immigrant churches, and shared how dialogue and reconciliation can bridge these generational divides. Her insights are not only guiding for Latino immigrant churches but also offer profound lessons for Asian American churches.
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Dickens' Classic Faith-Based Work Comes to the Screen: The King of Kings Set for Easter Release
The animated film The King of Kings, produced by Angel Studios, is set for a global release on April 11, 2025.
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Courage to Hide Jews During World War II: Corrie Ten Boom Exhibition Opens
The remarkable story of Corrie ten Boom, who risked her life to hide Jews in her basement during World War II, is now being showcased in a special exhibition.