News by subject: REL

On August 29, 2023, Waverly Crenshaw, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, entered two Federal consent orders protecting the religious rights of ordained ministers of the Universal Life Church in...

Regional G20 Interfaith Forum stakeholder meeting, "Partnerships in Action: towards One Earth, One Family, One Future", was held on the 28-29th of August 2023, in Istanbul, under the patronage of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of...

Author Roland Ramirez exposes old Kris Kringle as an image that would substitute lust of material possessions for the celebration of Christ's birth in Who Is Santa Claus Biblically ($13.99, paperback, 9781662884788; $5.99, e-book, 9781662884795)....

Reverend Noble F. Scheepers was born in Cape Town, South Africa, during the height of apartheid, and lived there until he emigrated to the U.S. in 2008. His new autobiography shares the difficulties he had to endure, including the loss of his two...

Heidi Schlumpf, executive editor of the National Catholic Reporter, will move into a new position as NCR Senior Correspondent, a role that will place her focus on investigative reporting and in-depth writing about the Catholic Church. She begins in...

The leaders of four major church denominations are joining the voices of those at Camp Marcedes and Camp Morgan, urging provincial political leaders to give the go-ahead to search Prairie Green Landfill for the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes...

JewBelong, a national nonprofit organization that aims to make Judaism accessible and fight antisemitism, unveiled sixteen new billboards in four cities, St. Louis, Denver, Minneapolis, and San Diego. Through provocative humor, the campaign aims to...

On August 18th, Chairman Lee Man-hee of Shincheonji Church of Jesus held a press conference at the Shincheonji Peace Training Center in Cheongpyeong, Gyeonggi Province in South Korea under the theme of "The Path Churches in Korea Must Take, Part 2."...

As people worldwide witnessed the tragic events in Afghanistan, organizations, churches, and ministries, like Global Catalytic Ministries (GCM), joined hands to meet the need, serving as a poignant reminder of the significance of collective action...

The 11th annual Amplify Music Festival, a community-sponsored free Christian music festival, drew over 45,000 attendees this past weekend to make Jesus known. Including the free live stream, the attendance topped 67,000 throughout the 2-day festival....

Gloo, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting the faith ecosystem and releasing its collective might, announced plans for a major strategic investment in Outreach, Inc., a Colorado Springs-based company whose mission is to equip the...

Three events this fall celebrate the accomplishment of one man and the community around him. It took Harvey Satewas Gabriel about 17 years to complete the translation of the Bible from English into Mohawk, with encouragement from his wife, Susan, and...

Author Dawn April Dent provides readers with a wonderful way to spend quality time with God in Journey To Know & Hear Jehovah: 100 Day Devotional to Know God-Jehovah Through The Eyes and Experiences of Moses and God's Law ($20.49, paperback,...

The Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco ("RCASF") announced today the filing of a voluntary petition for bankruptcy relief under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The filing is necessary to manage and resolve the more than 500 lawsuits...

Over 20 years ago, author Thomas Jones says the Holy Spirit led him to begin a teaching ministry for the purpose of equipping the body of Christ. He continues his efforts in the release of his new book, "Worldview and Reason: Equipping the Christian...

Deanna Allcorn Smith has invested years in her spiritual journey and found a fulfilling relationship with God as a result. Now she wants to help others find their path with her new book, "A Year on the Journey: Your companion in co-creating a truly...

As antisemitism increases across the United States, Hillel International, the world's largest Jewish student organization, announced the expansion of its groundbreaking Campus Climate Initiative (CCI), a comprehensive program aimed at ensuring Jewish...

Samaritan's Purse is responding in the wake of the deadly wildfires that struck Hawaii. Yesterday, the Samaritan's Purse DC-8 airlifted 17 tons of emergency relief equipment, including solar lights, hygiene kits, tools, and volunteer teams to...

"I wanted to create a device for the deadly serious purpose of literally defeating the devil in your mind, heart and life," said an inventor, from Naperville, Ill., "so I invented the DEFEAT THE DEVIL. My design is meant to scare and stop listeners...

International humanitarian charity, Human Appeal, dispatched a team to Hawaii led by its Head of Fundraising to initiate humanitarian aid to those impacted by the wildfires that ravaged the Hawaiian Island of Maui....

Since the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) in 1935, members of all faiths, beliefs, and traditions have found common ground in and benefited from the A.A. program of recovery. The A.A. fellowship has grown and expanded around the world,...

Patheos, the leading online platform for exploring and understanding religion and spirituality, today announced the conclusion of its multifaith initiative titled "Sacred Spaces: The 100 Most Holy Places on Earth." Showcasing a curation of locations...

In the latest episode of the acclaimed podcast "Work That Matters," host Lesley Israel opens up about her profound involvement with Jewish communities worldwide. In a candid and heartfelt interview, Lesley shares her experiences, challenges, and...

Upon reading the Bible, Joellen Saddock discovered that it did not say what she had been taught, but rather offered coded stories designed to teach the reader how to achieve ascension and oneness. Her goal, in writing this book, is to reveal "the...

Nine members of Congress have sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland warning about Iranian regime influence in Shia mosques across the United States. Their letter stems directly from original investigative reporting by the Middle East...

American Bible Society today released the fifth chapter of their 13th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. Today's release focuses on faith and Scripture...

Picking up the mantle of ministry and empowerment to women passed on from her father T.D. Jakes at last year's conclusion of the long-running event Woman, Thou Art Loosed!, Sarah Jakes Roberts is bringing her inaugural two-day women's conference,...

Colin B. Donovan, Vice President of Theology at EWTN Global Catholic Network and a well-known on-air theologian, was named a member of the Vatican's prestigious Pontifical International Marian Academy at a televised ceremony on August 9. The...

The Voice of the Martyrs has confirmed 13 Eritrean Christians were released from prison late last month. The Voice of the Martyrs has confirmed 13 Eritrean Christians were released from prison late last month.These Christian believers, seven women...

On the occasion of World Youth Day in Lisbon from August 1st to 6th, 2023, 333 child figures were be placed in front of the imposing Cologne Cathedral. The small figures are draped in white-purple barrier tape, symbolizing the colors of innocence and...

Doubling their support for Summer Camps Israel, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews of Canada (IFCJ Canada) has contributed over 600,000 CAD towards scholarships for campers this summer. These scholarships will benefit youth aged...

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Tchotchke, the premier destination for contemporary Judaica that caters to design sensitive audiences. Tchotchke objects are imagined with a nod to tradition, along with buckets of whimsy and beauty, for...

Cabrini University, today, enhanced existing counseling capabilities with Uwill, the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students. The institution added Uwill as part of their recent agreement with Villanova University, who...

The 11th annual Amplify Music Festival takes place Aug. 18-19 in Benton, Arkansas. Gates will open at 3 p.m Aug. 18 and 1 p.m. Aug. 19. The two-day event will include a message of hope by Evangelist Nick Hall and feature Christian artists:...

Gloo, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting the faith ecosystem and releasing its collective might, announced initial results of its AI & the Church Survey. The survey was developed in conjunction with a working group of partners...

Liberty HealthShare® is blessed to be an exhibitor at the Assemblies of God 60th General Council to be held July 31 through August 4 in Columbus, Ohio....

Ukrainian entrepreneur, Vadim Novynskyi has announced a donation of up to $1 million to help restore the Transfiguration Church in Odessa, Ukraine that was seriously damaged during rocket attacks on Sunday, July 23. The destruction of one of the most...

With its focus on delivering solutions that do not require seniors to learn complex technology, ViewClix (https://viewclix.com/) today announced its new "Church TV" feature. The new feature allows family members to remotely schedule live video...

With its focus on providing a variety of platforms where church members can easily view their live streaming services, StreamingChurch.tv has added ViewClix Smart Frames to their offerings. The new feature allows family members to remotely schedule...

Oscar Destruge, a retired senior pastor at El Camino United Methodist Church in Norwalk, Connecticut, is hoping to reach more readers throughout the world with...

EWTN Global Catholic Network is the place to be Aug. 1-6 for live wall-to-wall coverage of World Youth Day 2023, as well as coverage of Pope Francis' side trip to Fatima....

Kerry Alys Robinson, a renowned expert in Catholic leadership and philanthropy, will serve as the next president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA). ...

In its continuing commitment to "Improving Lives," Elite Health Online has chosen to support Remnant Church with a donation exceeding $12,000. This contribution is part of the healthcare organization's ongoing initiative to contribute a percentage of...

Church of the Highlands is elated to announce the success of its annual Serve Day, which took place on July 15th. The event brought together a diverse community of volunteers across 24 campus locations dedicated to making a positive impact and...

Wahed, the leading Islamic digital investment platform, is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with iWaqf, a UK registered Charity to launch a dedicated Waqf (Islamic endowment) feature....

Shincheonji Church of Jesus, known for its remarkable growth in membership, has taken the initiative to establish mutual growth and understanding among churches in South Korea....

Ministry veteran and executive director of ARC Churches, Dino Rizzo, is pleased to announce that another extraordinarily successful and empowering Serve Day was held in mid-July. The event, held this year on July 15, is a chance for churches...

"Drinking from Poetry's Well: The Search for Freedom, Hope, and Healing" is the title of Kanuga retreat center's 2023 Lansing Lee Conference, to be held October 10-13. The event features presenters Dr. Catherine Meeks and poet/philosopher David...

Hosted by the Washington State India Trade Relations Action Committee (WASITRAC), the International communities and the Indian Diaspora in King County, WA, came together on Thursday, July 13 evening to celebrate Shri Guru Bhagavat, initially the...

A Buffalo food pantry hosted hundreds of community members at an outdoor gathering only blocks away from the site of a tragic shooting massacre by a white supremacist that killed ten supermarket shoppers in a historic black neighborhood last May. The...