(ChurchLeaders) After 38 years of work, the Bible has been translated into a sign language in its entirety for the first time. Deaf Missions has finally completed its translation of the Bible into American Sign Language (ASL), and the completion of the ASL Bible translation is in part thanks to the groups who helped support the project. “Thanks to God’s provision through the … [Read more...] about After 38 Years of Work, the Whole Bible Is Now in a Sign Language for the First Time
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‘This Is Simply Biblical’: Thousands of Christians Gather for Revival in Florida
(Christian Headlines) Over the weekend, worship leader and activist Sean Feucht continued his “Let Us Worship” tour across two Florida cities as thousands of Christians poured out their hearts and souls before the Lord. According to CBN News, the tour first met on Saturday evening at Lake Eola Park in Orlando. While Saturday’s forecast was rainy, that did not stop … [Read more...] about ‘This Is Simply Biblical’: Thousands of Christians Gather for Revival in Florida
Christian Author Josh McDowell Steps Away From Ministry After Comments About Black, Minority Families
by Bob Smietana (RNS) A best-selling Christian author and speaker denounced the idea of systemic racism at a national gathering of Christian counselors, saying Black Americans and other minorities were not raised to value hard work or education. Josh McDowell, best known for his book “Evidence that Demands a Verdict” and other books defending the Christian faith, gave a … [Read more...] about Christian Author Josh McDowell Steps Away From Ministry After Comments About Black, Minority Families
Hispanic Teens Enjoy Religious Activities With Parents, but Fewer View Religion as ‘Very Important’
(Pew Research Center) Hispanics, who make up one of the nation’s fastest growing racial and ethnic groups and are its youngest, tend to be more religious than Americans overall on several measures, such as attending worship services regularly and saying religion is very important in their lives. However, these differences aren’t as stark among younger Americans: Hispanic … [Read more...] about Hispanic Teens Enjoy Religious Activities With Parents, but Fewer View Religion as ‘Very Important’
Only White Pastor to Support Montgomery Bus Boycott Dies at 92
(ChurchLeaders) Pastor and civil rights activist Rev. Robert S. Graetz died at the age of 92 on Sept. 20 at his home in Montgomery, Alabama. Graetz, who was a neighbor and friend of Rosa Parks, was the only white minister to support the Montgomery Bus Boycott, despite his pleas to his white colleagues. “Today we honor the life and legacy of Rev. Robert Graetz. Thank you for … [Read more...] about Only White Pastor to Support Montgomery Bus Boycott Dies at 92