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Saturday, 27 July 2024

Norman public schools defies state mandate to teach the Bible

Norman Public Schools Superintendent has declared that his district will not comply with Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters' directive to teach the Bible in public school classrooms, stating, "We are not going to have Bibles in our classrooms, and we are not going to require our teachers to teach from the Bible."

Presbyterian Seminary in Illinois Names First African American President
McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago has appointed the Rev. Maisha I. Handy as its 12th president, marking the first time an African American has held the position.
Alabama Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Methodist Churches' Disaffiliation Lawsuit: A Follow-Up
The Alabama Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit by 44 Methodist churches seeking to leave the Church.
Boy Scouts of America Rebrands as Scouting America to Embrace Inclusivity
The Boy Scouts of America is undergoing a name change to reflect a more inclusive stance towards girls in their programs.

Illinois retains title as best state for religious liberty in latest report; CA, NY, WV rank among worst

Illinois retains title as best state for religious liberty in latest report; CA, NY, WV rank among worst

For the second consecutive year, Illinois has been recognized as the best state for religious liberty, according to a report released by the Center for Religion, Culture and Democracy.?

Christian Photographer's Lawsuit Over Same-Sex Weddings Law Revived
A federal appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit filed by a Christian photographer challenging a New York law that requires her to provide services for same-sex weddings.
Elon Musk Moves X, SpaceX Out of California Over Parental Notification Law
Elon Musk announced the relocation of his companies, X and SpaceX, from California due to a new state law prohibiting schools from requiring teachers to inform parents if their children identify as members of the opposite sex.
Church leaders see Trump assassination attempt as pivotal for his faith journey
Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally near Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, three prominent religious figures

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