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Ann-Margret Interview: 'I know why I'm still here'
Ann-Margret is celebrating 10 years of partnership with Greenhaw Records, and the Christian Post was fortunate enough to speak with the legend about her faith and why it's so important for her to record Gospel music.
This week in Christian history: Quaker founder dies, Lutheran Synod president ordained
This week — Jan. 9 to Jan. 15 — marks the anniversary of Fabian becoming pope, the ordination of the first president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and the death of the founder of the Quaker movement.
Jewish parents sue California for barring religious schools from special education funds
A group of Jewish parents is suing California over a state law that prohibits religious schools from being eligible to receive special education funds meant to help children with disabilities.
Supreme Court, Gorsuch, Religious Freedom: People of Faith Not 'Second-Class Citizens,' ADF Attorney Says
The United States Supreme Court's recent decisions have strengthened the protection of religious liberty, according to an Arizona-based attorney who works for a conservative law firm.
Supreme Court to determine if religious schools can qualify for Montana tax credit
The United States Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal in a case centered on whether religious schools in Montana can be eligible for a state tax credit on scholarships.
Troy Davis Execution: Should Christians Support the Death Penalty?
Troy Davis’ death sentence has stirred opinion across the globe, from former President Jimmy Carter to Pope Benedict XVI. The Georgia inmate was denied clemency Tuesday – a decision that many call “unconscionable” and begs the question: is the death penalty biblical?
Supporters of Life Begins at Conception Measure Face Uphill Battle
Those who hope Colorado becomes the first state where voters say life begins at conception are facing resistance from a seemingly unexpected place: The Roman Catholic Church and anti-abortion activists.
‘A legendary ally’: Robert Graetz, white pastor who helped organize Montgomery bus boycott, dies
Robert Graetz, a white Lutheran pastor active in the civil rights movement who helped to organize the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott, passed away at age 92.
Churches Must Not Be Excluded From FEMA Relief, Senators Declare in Bill Tackling 'Discrimination'
Four Republican senators have introduced a new bill aimed at allowing houses of worship, such as churches, the right to receive federal assistance in the wake of natural disasters.
Oklahoma board rejects Catholic school’s request to become nation’s first religious charter school
Oklahoma education officials have, for the time being, unanimously rejected an application by a Catholic school seeking to become the first religious charter school in the United States.
Historic Churches Defend Right to Receive Preservation Grants After Atheists Sue
Seven historic churches in New Jersey were set to defend their right to receive historic preservation grants in the New Jersey Supreme Court Monday after the Wisconsin-based atheist group Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a lawsuit to prevent them from accessing the money.
Appeals court upholds Maine's ban on religious schools in school choice program
A federal appeals court has ruled against Maine parents challenging a state law that excludes religious schools from the state’s high school tuition program despite a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that struck down similar restrictions in Montana.
Education Sec. will no longer enforce restriction on religious organizations providing ‘equitable services’
Calling the restriction unconstitutional, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy Devos said Monday that her agency will no longer enforce a restriction that bars religious organizations from providing contract-based “equitable services” such as special education and tutoring solely due to their religious affiliation.
New York church invites drag queens for Pentecost service: 'Worship is a Drag'
A church in upstate New York marked LGBT pride month by hosting a pair of drag queens at a worship service.
Town lifts ban on worship services in civic center, will pay $53K to settle church lawsuit
The town of Edisto Beach, South Carolina, has lifted a ban on churches holding worship services in the community civic center amid pressure from a federal lawsuit filed on behalf of Redeemer Fellowship of Edisto Island.
Sarah Huckabee Sanders signs law bolstering religious freedom protections in Arkansas
Arkansas' Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' signing of a bill protecting religious organizations' religious beliefs and identity from discriminatory actions has generated dueling reactions from religious freedom and LGBT advocacy groups.
Court blocks Vermont from barring religious school students from tuition program
A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Catholic high school students who sued Vermont over a policy barring students who attend religious high schools from accessing a high school tuition program.
Missouri Gov. Ends Policy Banning Church-Owned Schools From Receiving Funds for Safety Upgrades
Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens has instructed the state government to allow funding associated with a secular playground aid program to be awarded to religious organizations, a move that relates to a case that will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court on April 19.
New Jersey Supreme Court Rules Taxpayer Grants for Historic Houses of Worship Unconstitutional
The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the use of taxpayer dollars to fund church repair projects that support religious activities is unconstitutional, even for historic preservation.
Becoming instruments of peace in times of hatred: Go and do likewise
In every age and era of history, there are examples of reconciliation and restoration in the midst of brokenness, including right now.