(Relevant) Over the weekend, people across the country and all over the world protested the unjust killing of George Floyd, who was the latest black person to be killed by the state for no reason. The unrest has set off many important conversations and actions, as well as plenty of anxiety, unrest and outrage as local leaders struggle with how to respond to protesters and … [Read more...] about Christian Leaders Are Marching, Speaking up and Protesting Racial Violence
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Trump Abused ‘Our Sacred Space’ With Photo Op, Bishop Says
(ChurchLeaders) Hours after sustaining fire damage during riots in Washington, D.C., the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church near the White House became the center of another firestorm. Following a Rose Garden speech in which Donald Trump declared himself “an ally of all peaceful protesters” yet also threatened to deploy the military against unruly crowds, the president walked … [Read more...] about Trump Abused ‘Our Sacred Space’ With Photo Op, Bishop Says
Jack Brewer: Racism Is a Spiritual Enemy, Not a Physical One
(ChurchLeaders) Jack Brewer, a former safety for the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, spoke to Fox News’ Martha MacCallum about the protests that turned into riots in some U.S. cities this weekend. “It’s emotionally draining to write this often about unarmed black men losing their life at the hands of evil individuals…it’s even more draining to watch polarization and identity … [Read more...] about Jack Brewer: Racism Is a Spiritual Enemy, Not a Physical One
MLK Jr.’s Niece Alveda King Says Her Uncle Refused to Promote Violence as a Solution, Calls for Repentance and Prayer
(CBN News) The niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is speaking out against the rioting happening in cities across the country during the protests over George Floyd's death and his inhumane treatment by a Minneapolis police officer. In an op-ed published on Sunday by Fox News, Dr. Alveda King said Floyd's killing has led to "a cry to heaven going up across … [Read more...] about MLK Jr.’s Niece Alveda King Says Her Uncle Refused to Promote Violence as a Solution, Calls for Repentance and Prayer
Service for Ravi Zacharias Commemorates ‘The Man Who Loved Us’
(ChurchLeaders) Friday morning at Passion City Church in Atlanta, Georgia, friends and family gathered to celebrate and remember Ravi Zacharias, who passed away from cancer on May 19 at age 74. Zacharias was a Christian speaker and apologist known for communicating with compassion and grace, yet his legacy among those closest to him was perhaps put best by his daughter, Naomi … [Read more...] about Service for Ravi Zacharias Commemorates ‘The Man Who Loved Us’