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Veterans Affairs Calls for Reports on Anti-Christian Bias

Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Douglas Collins has instructed the agency's employees to report any instances of anti-Christian bias, including policies that are “hostile to Christian views” or disciplinary actions for displaying Christian symbols.

Evangelical Leader in Africa Urges Rethinking Theology to Combat Poverty and Crisis
Dr. Master Matlhaope, General Secretary of the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA), has issued an call for the African Church to rethink its theology and redefine its mission to confront the continent's complex challenges.
Jim Caviezel Delves into C.S. Lewis in Preparation for ‘Passion of the Christ’ Follow-Up
Actor Jim Caviezel is preparing to reprise his iconic role as Jesus in the upcoming sequel, “The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection,” following Mel Gibson's 2004 film “The Passion of the Christ.”
Jamal Bryant Rejects Target's DEI Settlement Proposal, Announces Full Boycott
Pastor Jamal Bryant has declared that Target's commitment to invest $2 billion into black-owned businesses by July 31 is inadequate to resolve the ongoing dispute.

James River Church Announces Departure from Assemblies of God

Missouri's Mega Church, James River Church, has announced its unanimous decision to end its affiliation with the the Assemblies of God(AOG). In a statement to The Christian Post on Thursday, the church clarified that while it will no longer be part of the Assemblies of God, it remains committed to its doctrine. Founded in 1991 and formerly known as James River Assembly, the church is led by Pastor John Lindell.

Indian Court Frees Murderer of AU Missionary Family Freed from Prison
Mahendra Hembram, one of the Hindu extremists sentenced to life in prison for the 1999 murder of Australian missionary Graham Staines and his two young sons, was released from Keonjhar Jail in India on April 16, 2025. Upon his release, Hembram, now 50, was greeted by supporters.
53% of Americans Believe Regular Churchgoers Should Attend Services Weekly
A Lifeway Research study has revealed that 53% of U.S. adults believe that a person should be considered a regular churchgoer only if they attend church services at least weekly. One in five respondents feel the standard for regular attendance is less than weekly but at least monthly.
Clint Pressley to Be Nominated for Second Term as SBC President
Southern Baptist Convention President Clint Pressley is poised to be nominated for a second term as head of the denomination. Texas Pastor Michael Criner will officially nominate Pressley at the SBC's Annual Meeting, scheduled to take place in Dallas, Texas, in June. “It is my honor to nominate Clint Pressley for a second term as President of the SBC.”