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TD Jakes Motivates Pastors Toward Change
Debt, an unmotivated staff and personal spiritual struggles are not foreign to pastors. Even the highly popular Bishop T.D. Jakes has had his share of tough times before growing his now 30,000-member megachurch and building a successful media empire.
Megachurch Loses Property Battle to PC(USA)
A Tulsa, Okla., megachurch lost a two-year property battle in court Tuesday when the county district judge ruled in favor of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery.
Interview: Osteen on the Presidential Candidates, Teaching Theology
Shaking hands with hundreds of faithful readers and listeners at a local bookstore, Pastor Joel Osteen heard countless \"thank you\'s\" as he signed their books.
Pittsburgh Episcopalians Discuss Alternative Solution to Avoid Split
Before the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh discusses changes toward a formal split from the denomination at an annual meeting later this year, some members of the diocese have planned a gathering to talk about "an alternative solution."
Osteen Arms Thousands with Hope, Not Doctrine
Pastor of one of the largest churches in the country and whose messages are heard by millions around the world, Osteen preached his signature uplifting message at Verizon Center during his "A Night of Hope" worship event.
Grant Aims to Expand Pro-Gay Churches
A $1.2 million grant has been awarded to expand the efforts of gay and lesbian groups in increasing the number of churches that fully welcome and affirm homosexuals. A pro-family advocate says the campaign violates Scripture and is part of a strategy to convince Christians that homosexual behavior is not sinful.
Exodus Launches Initiative to Help Women Affected by Lesbianism
The global organization that promotes the message of "freedom from homosexuality through the power of Jesus Christ" launched a new ministry this week to specifically cater to women struggling with unwanted same-sex attraction.
Anglican Head Sees Success in Unity Efforts, Recognizes Challenges
Despite protests and divisions leading into the recent global Anglican meeting, Anglican leaders who gathered for the conference have succeeded in rebuilding trusts and relationships, said the spiritual leader of the religious body.
Some Churches Have 'It,' Some Don't
Already in its second printing, a newly released book by one of the country's most innovative pastors is fast-becoming a must-read for church leaders who really want to have 'it.'
Thousands Fast, Cry Mercy for America
For 12 hours under the beating sun and then a full moon, tens of thousands of people consumed nothing but water and juice as they shouted prayers for mercy and an awakening in America.