Mount Vernon, IL

Columbus, OH

Frisco, TX

A Texas megachurch pastor stepped down after confessing to "moral failures," which has led to church leaders prohibiting congregants from discussing the incident. Tony Cammarota, who served as the pastor at the Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas, for 17 years, announced his resignation on July 7, revealing that he "confessed to church leadership of a moral failure" in a letter sent to congregants, which was obtained and shared by the church watchdog group watchkeep.org (h/t the New York Post).

Megachurch Pastor Steps Down Over 'Moral Failures'

The American church is in crisis. After numerous scandals, distrust of the church is at an all-time high. Young people raised in the church are leaving at an alarming rate. And, in a society where loneliness and spiritual hunger are rampant, people are turning elsewhere for help. In this edition...

Why the American Church is in Crisis

Dallas, TX

The historic sanctuary of Dallas First Baptist Church was largely destroyed last night, after a four-alarm fire engulfed the building. As first reported on KDFW Fox 4, firefighting crews were first called to the church in downtown Dallas just after 6 p.m. They were able to mostly contain the fire until the roof partially caved-in around 7:35 p.m., and flames reignited.

Fire Largely Destroys Historic Sanctuary of First Baptist Dallas

Wide Open Country

When you see the word "megachurch," what's the first thing that comes to mind? Because I'm not going to put myself on the proverbial stake to be burned, I'm going to be quiet. You can fill in those blanks yourself, Mad Libs-style! For now, we'll focus on a megachurch's production values! Did you know that behind the sermons and biblical stories, there's an entire team making sure everything looks good?

BTS Megachurch Video Shows The Ridiculous Amount Of Effort That Goes Into A Sermon

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Chrissie Massey

Whatever your religious affiliation, it is widely accepted by historians that Jesus, the man, did exist. However, what hasn't been agreed upon is what Jesus looked like. As a Galilean man who was born and raised in the Middle East, one would logically assume that the common first guess as to his appearance would align with that of a typical Middle Eastern man of his time. Surprisingly, this has not been the case.

Christians Continue To Portray Jesus As White, Despite Evidence Of His True Appearance

Worship songs are spiritual compositions designed to express reverence, devotion, and adoration towards a higher power. Typically characterized by their lyrical focus on faith, praise, and gratitude, these songs are integral to religious practices and personal spirituality. They often feature uplifting melodies and straightforward structures, enabling congregational participation and emotional connection. Worship songs can range from traditional hymns to contemporary praise music, reflecting diverse musical styles and theological perspectives. Their purpose is to inspire reflection, foster community, and deepen the worship experience, offering believers a means to articulate their faith and engage in collective worship.

10 Best Worship Songs of All Time

Note: This article was first published in 2020, when Harris was named as Joe Biden’s running mate. It has been updated to reflect latest developments. Few presidential candidates have had as much exposure to the world’s religions as Kamala Harris, America’s 59-year-old vice president who just became the front-running Democratic presidential candidate, following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race.

5 Faith-Facts About VP Kamala Harris, a Black Baptist with a Hindu Family

Deseret News

These events, which took place 195 years ago this week, have been dismissed by some who are ignorant of the long precedent in human history for the significance of a group of consistent and enduring eye witnesses to establish the truth of any important occurrence.

195 years later, the witnesses of the Book of Mormon are receiving more attention than ever

Chip Tudor

Why Jesus’ Ascension matters. Because it demonstrated that Jesus’ mission was complete, he intercedes for us before the Father, and he will return the same way he left. Why Jesus’ Ascension matters. Because it demonstrated that Jesus’ mission was complete.

Why Jesus’ Ascension Matters

If you're considering memorializing a relative on your own property in North Carolina, it's important to be aware of the state's regulations regarding home burials and the scattering of ashes.

Can you bury a relative at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

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Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Our area might be the best place in the country to retreat to an island, judging from a survey released this week. Readers of Travel + Leisure magazine rated the Golden Isles in Georgia — consisting of Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, Sea Island and St. Simons Island — as the best island in the continental U.S.

Two local islands rated the best in continental US

In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

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In Small-Town Illinois, A Little Church Says Goodbye

First Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Illinois, survived a tornado, church schisms and a pair of worldwide pandemics in its more than a century and a...

In Small-Town Illinois, A Little Church Says Goodbye

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