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Rick Perry Speaks Out Against Impending Execution of Iranian Pastor
Texas Governor Rick Perry has joined a growing list of U.S. officials in condemning the impending execution of Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani in Iran. "There is no shade of gray or room for equivocation here: Freedom to worship is a basic human right."
Las Vegas Pastor Defends Rob Bell's Decision to Leave Church
A Las Vegas pastor has come out in defense of Rob Bell's decision to leave the church he founded in order to focus on other works such as books and speaking engagements.
Iran Deceiving Media About Christian Pastor Facing Execution, Says Group
A missions ministry that has been closely following the case of an Iranian Christian pastor facing execution says the Iranian government is trying to confuse and deceive the Western media with conflicting reports.
Iran Pastor Update: Remains on Death Row; Prayers Urged
American Christians and U.S. officials are rallying behind a pastor in Iran who faces execution for refusing to recant his Christian faith. Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani's attorney said they are awaiting the final written verdict.
Preachers Debate Role of Single Women in Global Missions
The role of single women in the mission field was debated this past weekend as Pastor John Piper sought to provide a biblical response to the somewhat contentious issue.
Unborn, Handicapped, Elderly: Life Unworthy of Life?
"Life unworthy of life" is a doctrine the Nazis used to kill millions of Jews, among others. But rather than dying with Nazism, that very idea continues to live on today, except this time it is being used against the unborn.
Christians Launch 'Doing the Right Thing' Movement
America is in what evangelical leader Chuck Colson is calling an "ethical mess" and it's time for Christians and the rest of the population to start "doing the right thing."
Ted Haggard Joins Reality Show 'Celebrity Wife Swap'
Ted Haggard, an evangelical pastor who came out of a drug and sex scandal just a few years ago, is reportedly scheduled to appear on ABC's "Celebrity Wife Swap."
Southern Baptists Start Debate on Name Change
The Southern Baptist Convention, which is the nation's largest Protestant denomination, is giving serious thought to changing its name in order to better reach people for Jesus Christ.
United Methodist Future in Jeopardy, Say 400 Clergy
Hundreds of United Methodist clergy are expressing deep concerns over a pledge made by a large group of fellow ministers to marry same-sex couples. They argue that if the pledge is carried through, the future of the denomination is in jeopardy.