Victoria J. Burch

I have a journalism question, which will require time travel. Let's take a look back at the 2021 football game between the Brigham Young Cougars and the Baylor Bears, which took place in Waco, Texas, an interesting town known to many as…

A naloxone access point will open Friday at Grace Christian Church Posted 3:53 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2022 Site to have naloxone kits, fentanyl test!-->…

NEW ALBANY — The Central Christian Church is gearing up for its “A World…

At Bangor Christian School in Maine, ninth graders are taught to “refute the teachings of the Islamic religion with the truth of the Word of God.” To work in the school, a teacher must affirm that "he/she is a 'born again' Christian who…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - As the country's border crisis continues to escalate, many Christians, who often focus on caring for those in need, are wondering how to respond. “There is probably no issue more polarized than immigration,”…

Reverend Ray Lanning, retired pastor of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America, responds: “'Conversion' is a word with more than one meaning. There is the divine activity of the Holy Spirit in regeneration as He…

Bishop Josiah Idowu-Fearon is the General Secretary of the Anglican Consultative Council (ACC). Before that, he served the Anglican Church of Nigeria as Bishop of Kaduna and Archbishop of Kaduna Province. He served as Bishop of Sokoto,…

The “protection of the right to freedom of religion,” which has now become law, has created havoc and discord within the state's Christian community.JA Kanthraj PRO and Spokesperson for the Archdiocese of Bangalore said, “The entire…

Many churches near interstate highways have funds set aside for stranded travelers. A local convenience…

WAUKOMIS - Waukomis Christian Church celebrates its 125th anniversary on…

The church held a recent event where survivors could receive clothing, gas cards and other necessities. ROCKLIN, Calif. – Destiny Christian Church of Rocklin, Calif., has launched a Response Care Team to provide…

By Kalpit A Mankikar and Amit Kumar Wang Yang, chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, recently met with leaders of the Clergy Association. The deliberations appear to point to the future trajectory of…

For the first time since 2019, the popular Warren Coalition event "Celebrate Kids Day" returns on Sunday, September 25e, bigger and better than ever! It will take place at the Santmyers Youth Center (8e Street near Fantasy…

An Orthodox Jewish college in New York is the latest to join the war when religious faith provides an exemption to anti-discrimination laws — especially when those laws benefit LGBTQ people. On Friday, Judge Sonia Sotomayor issued a…

Aquila and Priscilla were a powerful first-century couple who played a key role in establishing the Christian Church right after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Revs. Mike Atkins and James J. Bolton say Aquila and Priscilla gave the…

TEHRAN — Iranian director Narges Abyar has been selected for the jury of the 25th Religion Today Film Festival, which opens in five Italian cities on Wednesday.Director of the acclaimed dramas “Track 143”, “Breath” and “When the Moon Was…

The National Church Leaders Forum (NCLF) sends its deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of HRH Queen Elizabeth II. Britain's black Christian community has always had the greatest respect for the Queen because of…

Pam Marino here. I have a statue of Saint Francis of Assisi in my garden for several reasons, one…

Last Thursday (September 1), Northwood Temple Academy, a private Christian school in Fayetteville, North Carolina, held a Baptism service for some of their students to close their!-->…

Amid a row over alleged forced conversions in Punjab, representatives of the Christian community met Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh here on Wednesday and discussed the issue.The development came days after the Jathedar of Akal…

A christening is normally a family affair - but the parents of more than 100 students at a Christian school in Fayetteville say the event happened at the school without them or their permission.Journalist: Gilbert BaezPhotographer: Josie!-->!-->!-->!-->…

The clerics said the culture of violence against women and girls is foreign to the two dominant religions of Islam and Christianity. The clerics, who spoke at a one-day national dialogue with 100 interfaith and cultural leaders held in Kano…

The First Christian Church of Bowling Green, 875 Haskins Road, will serve its monthly community drive-thru meal on Friday, September 9 from 5-6 p.m. As part of FCC's food mission, this community meal is free and available to anyone who…

“A Biblical Response to COVID-19” Gives Hope and Understanding of the PandemicRALEIGH, North Carolina, September 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bishop Harvey Spencer never would have thought he would witness and be part of a pandemic. He…

What is your experience as a Muslim and a leader in Imo State? Sometimes our people, the Igbos, look at the Muslims and get angry, but in fact, I am an Igbo, from Mbaise. I was born a Muslim. Growing up, I acquired both an…

09/04/2022 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – The Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project (ACLED) recently released an explainer on the issue of…

The Open Christian Episcopal Church was brought to Cumbria for the first time. Reverend Debra Maria Flint was appointed by Archbishop Jonathan Blake to start a community in his area of ​​St Bees. The…

The First Christian Church of Athens, also known as Disciples of Christ,…

Twenty years ago I moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to work for the Associated Press. I spent less than a year in Music City before transferring to Dallas, but oh, what a treat 11 months for a religious journalist (and country music…

Q. Are all Christian baptisms valid? A. The one Church of Christ subsists in the Catholic Church (Lumen gentium 8). In simple terms, this means that the Catholic Church has received from Christ “the fullness of the means of salvation…

AMRITSAR: Amid rising cases of attacks on churches and community gatherings, the Christian community in Punjab on Thursday called for strict measures against the perpetrators of such attacks, in addition to seeking appropriate security…

With what Ukraine, Mar-a-LagoJerome Powell, and what else, I guess we can be forgiven (ha!) if we haven't paid much attention to the gnashing of teeth over President Biden's long delay decision to cancel a large…

WATERLOO — The roar of sewing machines as Marian Cook and Judy McVey sewed squares of quilt fabric together didn't drown out the laughter and conversation in the craft rooms of Central Christian Church.Wendy Smith and Karen…

Yobe State Christian Unity Forum Zone 'B' on Wednesday paid a solidarity visit to Governor Mai Mala Buni at Damaturu Government House. The organizer of the forum, Mr. Emmanuel Degubi, said the visit was aimed at endorsing the Buni…

Redeemed Christian Church of God Donates to National Cathedral The Pentecostal mega-church and denomination founded in Lagos, Nigeria, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has donated an amount of GH₵11,500!-->!-->…

Rodney Stark, the influential and controversial sociologist who advocated rational choice in religion, died last month at 88. Stark argued that religious conversion, engagement, and cultural vitality should be understood in terms of costs…

Rev. Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, founder and president of Worldwide Miracle Outreach, says he believes in the spirituality of nightly prayer meetings and will not condemn it on any occasion.He said the nightly prayer meetings had their basis…

Volunteers wanted for the 40 Days for Life campaignVolunteers are needed to join other Christians and life…

I have two brothers who used to fight from time to time, like brothers do.A vivid memory is of my youngest…

Criticizing Israel is a hate crime, but isn't attacking a Christian church? Whenever a synagogue is vandalized in the Arab world, or even in the West, the incident is often labeled a hate crime and widely condemned. Americans,…

Milford Christian Church, Milford, gathered on August 21 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With 26.5% of Florida's total population made up of Latino voters, according to the 2020 census, Sunshine State candidates have historically depended on the Hispanic vote to advance them in…

Highland Park residents share their thoughts on the news that Church of Zoe bought the former bright orange "Mystic Dharma" building at the corner of Figueroa Street and 52 Avenue. The 98-year-old building, which is 19,200 square feet…

Editor's note: Ahead of the Seventh Congress of World Leaders and Traditional Religions to be held September 14-15 in Nur-Sultan, The Astana Times has launched a series of articles on the diversity of spiritual life in Kazakhstan. The…

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KEOKUK (WGEM) - As the need for food increases, a church in Lee County continues to meet that need in the Keokuk community.The New Testament Christian Church typically distributes about 150 boxes of food through its mobile pantry.This…

The first congregation of the breakaway Anglican Church in Australia was about to meet in a suburban RSL, and the man who was supposed to lead the service was worried.Ten minutes before the Reverend Peter Palmer left, there were less than a…

Of the many trips to the Dominican Republic over the years, the Seymour Christian Church has usually had a purpose. Once is to do a construction project. Another time, it is to animate sports courses. Sometimes it's for adults only.…

Geeta, 19, slowly hummed the song "he yo sarna yayyo" while cooking for us. I approached her to listen to the song. She continued the song happily. The song was as melodic as she was. It was time for the Sarhul…

CAIRO – More than 40 people died when a fire ripped through a Cairo-area Coptic Christian church during Sunday mass, forcing worshipers…

Religious adherence today, as it always has been, is based on both good and bad reasons. Good reasons include things like community, charity, comfort in times of need, and a sense of self-importance or sacrifice. Bad reasons for joining…

Reverend Mike McClure, who plays sensational singer Pastor Mike Jr., became a household name outside of the…

In March 2020, the Christian Church in Florence provided 97 households with free food. Since then, the numbers have steadily increased, peaking at 449 in mid-July this year. “There are a lot of people who are really…

After the successful Ocean Baptism on July 20, Bethel United Methodist Church in Mariner has planned other…

• Lalong: Pope did not oppose my appointment as CEO, proud to lead APC's Muslim-Muslim ticket campaign as a Catholic• Resign as VP candidate to save APC from embarrassing defeat, says M'Belt Congress in…

The Rev. Sammy Robles Jr. amounts to DeLand's First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) as guest minister for the 10:45 a.m. service on Sunday, August 14. First Christian welcomes the talented musician Barbara…

The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Borno State Chapter, Bishop Mohammed Naga has said that religion should not be the determining factor in choosing President Muhammadu Buhari's successor. Naga spoke at a…

DOVER ― Dover First Christian Church will offer courses from Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University, starting August 14.The classes, designed to help people get out of debt and become financially independent, will run until October 9 and…

The First Christian Church of Bowling Green, 875 Haskins Road, will serve its monthly community drive-thru meal on Friday, August 12, from 5-6 p.m. As part of FCC's food mission, this community meal is free and available to anyone who…

Pastor W. Lonnie Herndon is committed to uplifting people by showing compassion and bringing resources to…

I moved to northeastern Kentucky nearly four years ago to serve as…

CANANDAIGUA – With the announcement that the Redemptorist Fathers will no longer be offering retreat…

PLATTSBURGH - Unity Christian Church is the new name of an established house of faith in…

A man who was believed to be under house arrest is facing charges, accused of stabbing a woman in a Louisville church parking lot. The attack took place on Tuesday afternoon outside the South East Christian Church's…

Around the World is our monthly digest of short news, links and quotes from Churches of Christ around the world. Any idea for this section? Email Erik Tryggestad at Featured image (above): Selina Dragoti and her fellow Christians…

It is said that more violence and oppression have been committed in the name of religion than for any other cause. Christian extremists in America, in their arrogance and certainty, apparently don't understand that faith is…

Project description A 7.9 acre site was acquired adjacent to the existing…

Gurdaspur: In Gurdaspur, the issue of Hindus preventing women from preaching Christianity has become hot. Members of the Christian community gathered in large numbers to protest outside City Gurdaspur police station and…

The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia kicked off the 175th anniversary celebrations of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Ghana (EPCG) by calling on Ghanaians to consider and utilize diverse religious inclinations as a force for…

The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir, extended his condolences to the Christain community in the state as the President of the Bauchi State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the Reverend Dr…

Another Victorian Liberal shortlist, ahead of the November state election, was engulfed in controversy over the candidate's ties to a conservative Christian church with historical ties to gay conversion practices. The Liberals voted for…

The First Amendment to the Constitution reads: “Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of any religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or restricting freedom of speech or of the press; or…

The Archdiocese of Beijing marked the reopening of the cathedral church after a six-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic by baptizing 101 new Catholics. July 29, 2022…

It's almost like he was meant to be here since he was a kid.Reverend Sam Guidry has been added to the ministry staff of the Boswell Christian Community Church as Youth and Family Pastor. He was a youth group leader at Compelled Church in…

By Abba Dukawa Hunger and unspeakable hardship do not respect ethnicity orreligion. Just like the rain, whenever there's a downpour, no one has a roofis always spared the reason why religion should not be a criterionwho rules the…

Caring for the needy can feel like casting starfish onto a vast shore, especially when you consider just the…

I'm a Baptist - a very happy Baptist - but you don't need to capitalize b for me. First and foremost, I am a Christian, identifying first with Christ, and only secondarily with my dear Baptist brothers and sisters. We Baptists sometimes…

Hon. Abdulhameed Momoh, National Coordinator of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Supporters Network, promotes the candidacy of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senators Kashim Shettima, and in this interview, urges Nigerians to…

The Immaculate Conception of Our Lady Cathedral in the Chinese capital has been closed for six months due to Covid-19 A Chinese boy walks down the aisle during a mass at a Catholic church in a village near Beijing on Holy Saturday…

Former members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church are calling for it to be stripped of its charitable status, which allows its members to claim millions of dollars in tax breaks every year. Former church member Rob McLean…

This passage of scripture is given to us to show Jesus' call to serve all who need help. Whether physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. All people are our neighbors. By using a Samaritan as his “hero” in this story, Jesus is clearly…

After six months of closure due - at least officially - to government measures to combat Covid-19, the Beijing Cathedral reopened on July 16. It was a day of celebration in more ways than one: 101 people were baptized.Harshly repressed by…

MEMBERS of the community have expressed their disdain at the plan to sell the old church in Gretna. Springfield Community Councilors and Gretna Green were outraged when they discovered the church hall and adjoining car park had…

Metropolitan Joseph consecrates Saint Xenia - a Payson congregation that has tripled in size and now has its own parish.(Isaac Hale | Special for The Tribune) Metropolitan Joseph, head of the Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of Antioch of…

Secular humanists are criticizing the government for removing references to abortion from a statement on freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).Humanists UK expressed dismay at changes to the FoRB's statement on gender equality, signed by…

Although there are many kinship sons, those who study history can understand that there have been conflicts between Islam and Christianity from the beginning. Although it can be traced to the Semitic tradition and exact assimilation of the…

Member of the House of Representatives and Leader of the Tinubu Support Group (TSG), Hon. James Faleke, has called on the country's Christians not to lose sleep over the emergence of two Muslims as presidential candidates and All…

The relationship between religion and law is often complicated. It is even conflicting at times. At the heart of the problem is the tension between freedom of belief and association and protection against abuse. For example, the…

An organization in Greene County is hosting a special event to prepare community members for one of the worst-case scenarios. The Central Christian Church of Jefferson, Rev. Jay Alexander and the Greene County Clergy…

A few months ago, I reported on the Pew Research Center report on Israel titled “Israeli Society Religiously Divided” (see here and here). In these articles, I have extensively examined the differences in religious practice and…

I recently had foot surgery. As a result, I was housebound for the entire month to recuperate. At that time, I quickly realized that it is neither normal nor healthy for a Christian to be estranged from the community of God's people. We…

The reverend dr. Fernando Morales is the guest minister of DeLand's First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, July 24, service. Reverend Morales and Olga Palm Tree administer communion…

It was shocking to read the letter "Religion and Freedom" (July 15) and just after the shooting in Highland Park. Writer Larry Craig said, "Only in religion, and especially in Christianity, do you get the responsibility and the hope for…

Independent Aboriginal boarding school Karalundi College in Western Australia, Australia, ended the second term with a big celebration as 13 students, one senior staff member and three community members were baptized on Saturday (Sabbath)…

I dedicate my words to New Haven's Christian Community Service and, in particular, to its latest housing program. “The Lord hears the cry of the poor. Blessed be the Lord. (Psalm 34) The Lord often answers…

A church in central China's Hu'nan Province held an activity of buying and selling useless goods in response to the "Joint Initiative on Promoting Frugality and Abstaining from the extravaganza” launched by…

Bassett First Baptist Church will have Mark Templeton in concert in the sanctuary at 6 p.m. on Sunday.Greenwood Baptist Church, 2911 Mountain Valley Road, Axton, will celebrate coming home at 11 a.m. Sunday with Dr Haywood…

By PATRICK FORD [email protected] For four years, Timothy Kuntz grew a “Christian maze of corn,” a single row of corn mirroring a chapter in the book of Matthew in the land next to First Christian Church. "Matthew 7…

This article was first published in the State of the Faith Newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox every Monday evening. These days, it feels a bit like I've stepped out of a…

Austin, TX- Austin is multiplying, opening up opportunities for people from the United States and around the world to visit or explore. Church of Cristiana in Austin created a spiritual movement in the city to impact believers beyond where…