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UK Conservatives Push for Gay Marriage; Churches Protest
British Prime Minister David Cameron and his Conservative-led coalition government are pushing strongly to grant same-sex couples the option of entering into civil marriages, causing protests from British clergy.
Crystal Cathedral's New CEO: Congregation, Donations Doubled After Schullers' Departure
Since the three weeks Crystal Cathedral Ministries founder the Rev. Robert H. Schuller and his family left the California megachurch, the mood within the congregation has become "very positive," the church's new president and CEO, John Charles, told The Christian Post.
Bishop Joseph Walker Hit With New Suit, Accused of 'Destroying' Newlywed's Marriage
Joseph Walker III, pastor of one of Nashville's largest churches, faces a second lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct involving a congregant and violating the trust of another church member, it emerged Thursday. A church spokesman told The Christian Post the claims are nothing but "fabrications."
'Christmas,' 'Religion,' 'Evolution' Among Topics NYC Suggests Avoiding on School Tests
Deeming such topics problematic, the NYC Department of Education (DOE) has suggested that faith-related subjects, such as "Christmas," be omitted from standardized tests. Critics say the department's "politically correct" request, which would ban "television" and "birthdays," borders on absurdity.
'Hour of Power' Airs Without Schullers; Cut to 30 Minutes on Some Networks
The "Hour of Power," Crystal Cathedral's landmark television program, will air its first new episode Sunday under new leadership, after the church's founding family, the Schullers, quit the ministry. However, in some markets, the long-running program will be cut to just half an hour.
Iraqi Christians Still in Danger, Feel Neglected by Al-Maliki Government (AUDIO)
The year 2011 did not bring respite for Christians and other religious minorities in Iraq as hundreds of thousands of migrants who fled the country are still unwilling to risk returning due to reports of continued discrimination, fear of renewed violence and the government's inability to protect citizens.
Pastor Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Leading House Church in Vietnam
A Protestant pastor was sentenced to 11 years in prison in Vietnam Monday for leading a house church, unregistered as an official church with state officials, state media reported. The incident reportedly left Christians fearful that similar acts of persecution could become more common in the Communist state.
Kuwaiti Man Threatened With Death for 'Offending' Prophet Muhammad on Twitter
Kuwaiti authorities arrested a man Tuesday for insulting the Prophet Muhammad via his Twitter account, based on a Sharia-based blasphemy law, which is highly regarded in the mostly Sunni Muslim country. The incident reportedly drew calls for the man's death.
Anti-Religion Group Sues, Claims Pa. 'Year of the Bible Resolution' Is Unconstitutional
An organization of atheists and agnostics filed a lawsuit against a Pennsylvania state House resolution that declares 2012 the "Year of the Bible," claiming the measure violates the U.S. Constitution and requesting the court to "declare that the government is not 'Judeo-Christian.'"
Tebow Mania Finds NYC Sports Stores Unprepared
New York City stores are finding themselves in a snag as changes within the NFL are making it difficult to keep Jets merchandise, especially jerseys with Tim Tebow's number 15, in supply amid fans hungry for Jets paraphernalia.