Michael Gryboski

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  Oct 5, 2020

  Churches, schools sue Virginia over new LGBT employment rights law

  A group of churches and private schools, as well as one pregnancy center, have sued Virginia over a recently enacted law extending anti-discrimination employment protections to include gender identity and sexual orientation.

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  Oct 5, 2020

  John Hagee tests positive for COVID-19; son says he’s ‘feeling well’

  Notable Cornerstone Church Pastor and author John Hagee has tested positive for COVID-19, according to an announcement made by his son, Pastor Matt Hagee.

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  Oct 4, 2020

  This week in Christian history: Aimee Semple McPherson born, Criswell College, Chalcedon Council

  Here are three things that happened this week, Oct. 4-10, in Church history. They include the birth of Aimee Semple McPherson, the beginnings of Criswell College, and the opening of the Council of Chalcedon.

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  Oct 3, 2020

  Pro-life Canadian observance ‘Life Chain’ to hold 200 events nationwide despite COVID-19 shutdowns

  A nationwide prayer vigil by pro-life activists in Canada called “Life Chain” is scheduled to take place on Sunday at 200 locations throughout the country despite COVID-19 shutdown complications.

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  Oct 2, 2020

  New HUD initiative encourages churches to create housing programs for those in need

  The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has created a program geared toward encouraging churches and other faith-based organizations nationwide to launch housing outreach programs to help alleviate poverty. 

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  Oct 2, 2020

  Judge rejects Colorado ministry’s request to hold conference with over 175 people; appeal filed

  A federal judge in Colorado has ruled against a ministry that wanted to hold an in-person conference that would have over 175 people, in violation of a state public health order.

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  Oct 2, 2020

  Appeals court denies churches’ request for protection from California orders limiting in-person gatherings

  An appeals court has refused to grant a request from multiple churches seeking protection from California’s COVID-19 shutdown orders limiting in-person gatherings.

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  Oct 2, 2020

  Bishop denounces single-issue voting; says it 'corrupted Christian political witness'

  A Roman Catholic Church bishop has denounced the practice of single-issue voting, especially on the issue of abortion, arguing that it has “corrupted Christian political witness.”

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  Oct 1, 2020

  Nevada loosens meeting restrictions on churches; law firm says the 'problem remains'

  Nevada is easing restrictions on in-person worship and other events months after the state was sued for having stricter standards on churches than casinos.

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  Oct 1, 2020

  Former Episcopal priest sentenced to 6 years in prison for child porn possession

  A former Massachusetts Episcopal priest has been sentenced to six years of prison after being found guilty of possessing 200 videos and images of child pornography.