DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — The city of Dearborn responded Saturday to a lawsuit accusing it of celebrating Muslim holidays and ignoring religious …
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The Jehovah’s Witnesses have partly eased their ban on the medical use of donated blood. Members can now receive products derived from blood, but transfusions of whole blood remain prohibited. The policy was announced Friday. It allows individuals to receive treatments involving plasma, platelets, and red and white blood cells. Members can also decide whether to donate blood for medical products. However, the organization continues to oppose whole blood transfusions and donations. Critics argue the ban has led to preventable deaths. The policy stems from their interpretation of Bible passages about abstaining from blood.
ARAPAHOE, Wyo. (AP) — Every Sunday morning on the Wind River Reservation, congregants gather at Foundations for Nations Church to pray while p…
Court cases involving Twin Cities churches and immigration enforcement highlight how the acrimonious debate continues to roil faith communities more than six months since the federal surge in Minnesota. The state turned into a symbol of defiance of the Trump administration’s policies. In one case, a Baptist church has asked for the government to be reprimanded after spying on protest-related activity on its property. In another case, protesters have asked for their charges to be dismissed after they disrupted a worship service at a church where one of the pastors served an Immigration and Customs Enforcement official.
Adam Hamilton is the founder of the nation's largest United Methodist church, and he's attempting to pull off an unusual balancing act in running as a Democrat for the U.S. Senate. Hamilton peppers his campaign remarks with biblical references but also tells voters that he does not plan to use a Senate seat to win more converts. Incumbent Republican Sen. Roger Marshall and the GOP argue that Hamilton is too liberal. Hamilton counters that if Jesus were here today, Marshall would call him “woke.” Only a few ordained ministers have served in the Senate in the past 100 years.
Vice President JD Vance said in a podcast released Tuesday that if a 2024 assassination attempt had killed Donald Trump, he would have always …
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ILION, Greece (AP) — For the careless and despairing alike, there’s a special day on the Orthodox Christian calendar to provide relief — with …
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A Jerusalem court has acquitted a man accused of attacking a Catholic nun, citing an insanity defense, but orders psychiatric hospitalization for up to six years. The April attack in Jerusalem's Old City shocked Israel and its Christian communities. Clergy say verbal abuse and spitting have become more common in the area. The judge ruled the man was psychotic during the attack. Friar Olivier Poquillon expressed regret over the lack of a criminal penalty. Yisca Harani, tracking Christian harassment, notes a rise in incidents, often by Jewish religious nationalists. Israel's envoy to the Christian world promises practical solutions to address the issue.
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FILE - Christian pilgrims walk past the site where a nun was attacked by a man last Wednesday, after visiting the Cenacle, traditionally believed to be the site of the Last Supper, in Jerusalem, Friday, May 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Leo Correa, File)
Dolly Parton was known for both her faith and acceptance. The beloved country singer's support for the LGBTQ+ community resonated with many, especially queer Christians. Parton's music and public persona consistently promoted acceptance, making her a beacon for those struggling with their identity. Her theme park, Dollywood, reflects her Christian values and commitment to inclusivity. Parton's legacy of love and acceptance continues to inspire across political and denominational lines. For many Christian members of the LGBTQ+ community who struggled to reconcile their sexuality and gender identity with the beliefs they were taught, Parton’s public support was a beacon.