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So. Baptist Withdraws From Interfaith Coalition on Mosques
An influential Southern Baptist withdrew from an interfaith coalition that assists in protecting Muslims against discrimination with regard to building mosques in the U.S.
National Hugging Day – One Pastor's Ingenious Idea
Today is National Hugging Day. It was started 25 years ago by a pastor in Clio, Mich.
Americans Give U.S. Moral Climate Low Marks
More than a third of Americans would grade the country's moral climate with a D or F, a new survey found. The poll results were released days ahead of President Obama's State of the Union address.
Ecumenicals: Christian Unity Not About Mere Friendliness
Churches around the world kicked off on Tuesday The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. And ecumenical leaders are emphasizing that the week is "not just a nice occasion for friends to gather."
Church Leaders Issue Formal Response to Letter from Birmingham Jail
A group of church leaders issued what it claims to be the first and only clergy response to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "Letter from Birmingham Jail."
Survey: Americans' Resolutions All About Self
Less than half of Americans said they will make New Year's resolutions for 2011, a new survey reveals. Only 5 percent plan to make a spiritual or church-related resolution.
Ministry Helps Homeless Survive Bitter Winter
A New York-based ministry has partnered with churches and volunteers to help thousands of homeless persons stay warm this winter.
Obamas Go to Church Over Christmas Holiday
While vacationing in Hawaii for Christmas, President Barack Obama and his family attended a church service on Sunday.
World Vision Report: Haiti's Future Still Unclear
World Vision, one of the most well-known international humanitarian organizations, recently released its one year report on the situation in Haiti which was devastated by an earthquake in January.
NY Megachurch Replaces Atheist Ad with Pro-God Message
Just in time for Christmas, the atheist billboard in New Jersey that declared Christmas is a "myth" was replaced this week with a Christian ad.