Michael Gryboski
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.
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This Week in Christian History: Salem Witch Trials, Battle of Breitenfeld, Spanish Inquisitor Dies
Here are just a few things that happened this week, Sept. 16-22, in Church history. They include the death of an infamous inquisitor, a major battle between Protestants and Catholics, and the execution of the last 8 people accused of witchcraft in the Salem Witch Trials.
5 Things You Need to Know About Hurricane Florence and How You Can Help
Here are five important things to know about Florence and the overall storm watch. These include the presence of other hurricanes and some of the faith-based places one can donate relief funds.
Mark Wahlberg Gets Up at 2:30 AM Every Day to Pray to God
Academy Award-nominated actor Mark Wahlberg wakes up at 2:30 AM every morning and then begins his day with 30 minutes of prayer.
Life.Church Has Grown to 30 Campuses and 85,000 Attendees
Life.Church, one of the fastest-growing churches in the country, opened its 30th campus in Rogers, Arkansas, on Sunday, and two more campuses are expected to open by the end of the year.
Pro-Wrestler Sting Tells Ed Young About Faith Journey, Give God More Than 'Lip Service'
Former professional wrestler and World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Famer Sting spoke with Texas megachurch pastor Ed Young about his faith journey, explaining that Christians must give God more than just "lip service."
Pope Francis to Meet With US Catholic Leaders After Saying Satan Is Attacking Bishops Amid Sex Abuse
Pope Francis will meet at the Vatican with U.S. Catholic Church leaders Thursday in response to clergy sex abuse scandals just days after saying that Satan, the "Great Accuser," is attacking bishops to "scandalize the people."
Episcopal Church Donates $45K for Prayer Book Translation in Native American Heart Language
The Episcopal Church recently approved a project to translate the Book of Common Prayer into the Native American language of Lakota.
Christian Author, Physicist Notes Reasons Why Scientism Doesn't Work
A notable Christian author and physicist who has often spoken at universities on the issue of science and faith has stated that a science-only worldview is not practical.
Chip Andrus, 'Willie Nelson of PCUSA,' Dies of Cancer
The Rev. Chip Andrus, the Presbyterian Church USA clergyman known among other things for his musical contributions to General Assembly meetings, has died following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Missouri Abortion Clinic Regulations; Rejects Planned Parenthood Suit
A three judge panel of the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has unanimously ruled that Missouri can enforce laws that hold abortion providers to the same standards as hospitals.