CHRISTIANITY DAILY

Korean Community Contributes to Providing New Backpacks and School Supplies for Chilren in Foster Care

Aug 15, 2016

Over 300 Asian American students living with foster care families are starting this school year with fresh school supplies and new backpacks thanks to the efforts of the Korean community.

Koreatown Redevelopment Plan Including Community Center Approved by L.A. County Board of Supervisors

Aug 11, 2016

Los Angeles County supervisors unanimously voted in approval of a plan to redevelop county-owned buildings in Koreatown to include a community center.

Religious Freedom Grave Concern in Majority of Countries Around the World: US State Department Report

Aug 11, 2016

The US State Department released the religious freedom report for the year 2015, and expressed grave concern over the state of religious freedom in a majority of countries around the world.

United Methodist Pastor Placed on Involuntary Leave for Admitting to Same-Sex Relationship

Aug 06, 2016

The Great Plains Executive Committee placed Rev. Cynthia Meyer on involuntary leave till the next General conference is conveyed in 2020 or sooner when a special session on denomination’s stand on LGBT issue is conducted.

California's Faith-Based Universities Express Concern Regarding Potential Anti-Discrimination State Bill

Aug 06, 2016

A California anti-discrimination bill that is currently awaiting a vote by the California state Assembly is raising concerns from Christian institutions which say that the bill would restrict their ability to operate according to their religious beliefs.

'Pastors Can Help Prevent Domestic Violence, Too'

Aug 03, 2016

Pastors are more likely than not to encounter a domestic violence situation happening within the homes of their congregants. But are they prepared to handle the situation wisely? A non-profit in Los Angeles will be providing a sponsored training program this fall to equip pastors and seminarians with the knowledge they need to not only provide appropriate help to victims of domestic violence, but also be able to spread awareness of it and help prevent further cases.

Interfaith Prayer Forum for Asian American Community to Take Place Ahead of Presidential Town Hall

Aug 02, 2016

An interfaith prayer forum for the Asian American community will be taking place in Las Vegas on the morning of the Asian Pacific Islander (API) Presidential Town Hall on August 12.

Most Generous Cities in America Donate Actively Through Churches, Says Study

Aug 01, 2016

A new Barna study has compiled a list of most generous cities in America, which adds to an earlier list published earlier this year of the most Bible-minded cities, preceded by lists of churchless cities and post-Christian cities released in 2015.

LA County Department of Mental Health to Host Open Forum for Korean American Community

Jul 28, 2016

An open forum on the benefits that Korean Americans can receive from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health will be taking place on Thursday (July 28) at Mijoo Peace Church.

Korean American Family Services Secures Donation to Continue Offering Free Counseling Services

Jul 28, 2016

Korean families struggling with domestic violence, mental illness, and other difficulties will be able to receive free counseling with Korean American Family Services (KFAM) once again this year.

Tim LaHaye, Pastor and Author of Rapture Book Series 'Left Behind,' Passes Away at 90

Jul 26, 2016

Tim LaHaye, the author of “Left Behind” series died after suffering complications from stroke at the age of 90.

Pokémon Go: Demonic Danger or Outreach Opportunity? Christians Deliberate

Jul 19, 2016

As the augmented reality game Pokémon Go is increasingly gaining popularity across the world, Christians have expressed varying viewpoints across the spectrum, with some calling the game a demonic influence, and others embracing it and putting up signs at their churches welcoming Pokémon Go players.

Majority of White Evangelicals Would Vote for Trump, According to Pew Research

Jul 14, 2016

A significant majority of white evangelical voters showed their support for Trump as the next president, according to the latest Pew Research Center study. 78 percent of white evangelical voters said they would vote for Trump if the elections were today, and 61 percent said they believe the controversial candidate understands their needs 'very' or 'fairly' well.

Korean American Coalition to Host 11th Annual Model United Nations Program for Inner-City Youth

Jul 14, 2016

The Korean American Coalition (KAC), a non-profit community organizing group in Los Angeles, will be hosting its 'Model United Nations' program for inner-city middle and high school students once again this year.

Anglican Church of Canada to Vote on Gay Marriage After Three Years of Debate

Jul 11, 2016

The Anglican Church of Canada will vote today on alteration of marriage definition to accommodate same-sex unions. The voting is a part of six-day General Synod that began last week in Richmond Hill, north of Toronto.