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Cartel Intimidation and Threats Forced Closure of More Than 100 Evangelical Churches in Chiapas

The cartel boss killed in Jalisco state on Sunday had overseen a campaign of intimidation that forced more than 100 churches to shut their doors amid threats and extortion.

Progressive Christian Leaders Criticize Trump, Denounce ‘White Christian Nationalism’
A coalition of hundreds of Christians — including a number of progressive Evangelical pastors, academics and denominational figures — has released a public letter urging believers.
Iran Accused of Targeting Christians as 254 Arrested in One Year
A newly released human rights assessment says Christians in Iran are increasingly being targeted amid mounting political instability, with 254 Christians arrested last year because of their religious beliefs.
Car Care Leader Launches ‘Scroll to Soul’ Initiative to Help Gen Z Share Faith Online
An evangelistic ministry founded by an automotive industry icon is helping young adult Generation Z Christians share their faith more confidently and effectively on social media with a new guide.

One in Three American Christians Say AI Spiritual Advice Is as Trustworthy as a Pastor: Study

A new nationwide study suggests that a significant portion of American Christians now consider spiritual counsel generated by artificial intelligence to be on par with guidance from clergy. Researchers discovered that 30% of respondents either “somewhat” or “strongly” agree that spiritual advice from AI “is as trustworthy as advice from a pastor.”

Vermont Drops LGBT Affirmation Requirement for Foster Parents, Restores Revoked Licenses
Vermont officials have updated foster care guidelines to remove a previous requirement that prospective parents affirm LGBT ideology. The state has also reinstated the licenses of families whose certifications were revoked due to religious objections, resolving several legal disputes. The state agreed to a settlement in a case challenging rules.
California Lawmakers Advance Bill to Increase Penalties for Disrupting Worship Services
California legislators are considering new measures aimed at strengthening legal protections for churches and other houses of worship in response to a series of disruptions reported both within the state and across the country. Senate Bill 1070 seeks to amend California’s penal code provisions dealing with interference in religious gatherings.
FOX’s ‘The Faithful’ Brings Stories of Genesis Women to Screen Beginning March 22
A new limited series, “The Faithful: Women of the Bible,” will premiere on FOX, retelling the book of Genesis through the lives of five women — Sarah, Hagar, Rebekah, Leah and Rachel. The series will debut Sunday, March 22, airing over three consecutive Sundays from 8 to 10 p.m. ET/PT and concluding on Easter Sunday, April 5.