Michael Gryboski

Mainline Church Editor

Michael Gryboski has been a reporter with The Christian Post since 2011. He covers politics, church and ministries, court cases, and other issues. He has written extensively on issues like litigation over conservative congregations leaving The Episcopal Church, the longstanding debate within the United Methodist Church over homosexuality, court cases on various social issues, and the evangelical community.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Master’s in History at George Mason University. Inspired by his studies, Gryboski pens a regular column titled “This week in Christian history,” which briefly sums up the anniversaries of notable events in the long and diverse past of Christianity. He lives in Richmond, Virginia.

Latest

Jul 31, 2024
Nigerian bishop leaves UMC amid homosexuality schism; regional body’s future uncertain
The bishop of the United Methodist Church’s Nigerian Episcopal Area has reportedly resigned from his position, with some or all of the African-based regional body possibly leaving with him in response to the denomination allowing same-sex marriage and ordination of noncelibate homosexuals.
Jul 31, 2024
Canadian cathedral unveils Emancipation Day plaque honoring black history
An Anglican cathedral in Canada has unveiled a plaque honoring black history and the abolition of slavery in the British Empire in 1834, an event known as Emancipation Day.
Jul 30, 2024
Nearly 70% of Christians in Scotland say they've experienced prejudice: survey
More than two-thirds of Christians in Scotland report having experienced some form of prejudice for their faith, according to a recent survey by a United Kingdom-based Christian think tank.
Jul 30, 2024
Church of the Nazarene expels theologian over LGBT advocacy
The Church of the Nazarene has decided to expel a theologian and author from the denomination due to his advocacy to affirm same-sex marriage.
Jul 29, 2024
Can single pastors date within their congregation? John Piper answers
Theologian and author John Piper suggested that it can be appropriate for single pastors to date within their congregations, stressing that religious leaders should be transparent in their desires and allow congregation leaders to assist them in finding the right person to marry.
Jul 29, 2024
ERLC urges DEA not to loosen restrictions on marijuana
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention has asked the Drug Enforcement Administration to continue identifying marijuana as a dangerous substance.
Jul 28, 2024
This week in Christian history: ‘The Philadelphia Eleven,’ inquisitor murdered
Events that occurred this week in Christian history include the first women ordained in The Episcopal Church, the murder of a Catholic Church inquisitor, and Isaac Hecker joining the Catholic Church.
Jul 27, 2024
Nearly two-thirds of Protestant churchgoers invited someone to church in last 6 months: study
Nearly two-thirds of Protestant churchgoers in the United States report having invited at least one person to church in the past six months, and those with Evangelical beliefs were more likely to do so, according to a survey.
Jul 26, 2024
Jerry Falwell Jr., Liberty University reach settlement agreement
Liberty University and its former chancellor, Jerry Falwell Jr., have agreed to a settlement, ending litigation that stemmed from when Falwell was ousted as leader of the prominent Virginia-based Evangelical academic institution.
Jul 26, 2024
Florida pastor, father of 9, accused of raping teenage girl
A Florida pastor and father of nine children has been arrested on the accusation that he raped a 15-year-old girl.