(ChruchLeaders) In the wake of the independent investigation detailing sexual abuse by Ravi Zacharias, more groups are cutting ties with the late apologist. After the devastating report was released last week, the British branch of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) immediately cut ties to the U.S.-based RZIM organization (which has suspended all fundraising … [Read more...] about RZIM Canada to Disband, Christian and Missionary Alliance Revokes Zacharias’ Ordination
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Is the Evangelical View of Sex at the Root of Our Sex Scandals?
by Sheila Wray Gregoire (RNS) Evangelicals are pointing fingers at "celebrity Christian culture," blaming it for the tragic Ravi Zacharias sexual abuse and rape scandal and the extramarital escapades of Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz (as well as so many more). But what if this epidemic is not just — or even mostly — caused by celebrity culture? What if it's the evangelical … [Read more...] about Is the Evangelical View of Sex at the Root of Our Sex Scandals?
Dr. Melvin Banks, Owner of the Largest Black-Owned Christian Publishing Company, Dies at 86
(Christian Headlines) Dr. Melvin Banks Sr., owner of Urban Ministries, Inc., which is the largest independent Black-owned and operated publishing company in America, passed away at 86 years old. C. Jeffrey Wright, Urban Ministries, CEO, told The Christian Post in a statement that "Dr. Banks was a revolutionary publisher and giant for the African American church and … [Read more...] about Dr. Melvin Banks, Owner of the Largest Black-Owned Christian Publishing Company, Dies at 86
MacArthur Postpones Popular Shepherds’ Conference Because of State Government Threats
John MacArthur and Grace Community Church's annual men's Shepherds' Conference that draws upwards of 3000 attendees announced last Friday that they are postponing the conference citing continuing California government threats. In the past year due to the pandemic churches across the nation have had to make hard decisions to follow or not to follow guidelines and … [Read more...] about MacArthur Postpones Popular Shepherds’ Conference Because of State Government Threats
On Ash Wednesday, Pope Francis Says Lent Is an ‘Exodus From Slavery to Freedom’
by Claire Giangravé VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Francis celebrated Ash Wednesday in St. Peter’s Basilica, reminding faithful the Lenten period leading to Easter celebrations is a journey and “an exodus from slavery to freedom.” “Lent is a journey of return to God,” the pope said during his homily on Feb. 17, to the socially distanced faithful attending the Mass. “Right … [Read more...] about On Ash Wednesday, Pope Francis Says Lent Is an ‘Exodus From Slavery to Freedom’