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NEW YORK (AP) — Among the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 9/11 terror attacks, Mychal Judge, a Catholic chaplain with New York’s fire department, left a uniquely complex legacy that continues to evolve 20 years after his death. Some of his many admirers point to Judge — a gay man who devoted himself to serving vulnerable populations — as a reason for the U.S. Catholic … [Read more...] about Admirers Still Urging Sainthood for Chaplain Killed on 9/11

(ChurchLeaders) After a controversial abortion ban took effect in Texas this week, pro-lifers declared victory while abortion-rights supporters expressed anger and started fighting back against the Texas law. Some turned to digital activism, some pledged to help women cross state lines to receive medical care, and others are encouraging boycotts. The Texas law, … [Read more...] about Abortion Supporters Fight Back Against ‘Highly Punitive and Unfair’ Texas Law

(CBN News) The number of doctors and medical professionals filing legal action against the Biden administration over its Transgender Mandate continues to grow. The directive would force doctors to perform gender-transitioning procedures on patients even if the procedure violates a doctor's medical judgment or religious beliefs. Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) attorneys, … [Read more...] about ‘Unethical, Dangerous’: 3,000 Medical Professionals in Tennessee Sue Biden Admin for ‘Transgender Mandate’

by Alejandra Molina (RNS) California recall contender Larry Elder, who has vowed to repeal mask and vaccine mandates for state workers, is visiting Destiny Christian Church in the Sacramento area on Sunday (Sept. 5) to talk about "the role of the church" with pastor Greg Fairrington, who in recent days offered religious vaccine exemptions for people who attended Sunday … [Read more...] about California Recall Candidate Larry Elder to Visit Megachurch Offering COVID-19 Vaccine Exemptions

(CBN News) Attorneys general from 20 states sued the Biden administration Monday seeking to stop mandates that broaden federal sex discrimination protections to LGBTQ people. The government mandates range from transgender girls participating in school sports to the use of school and workplace bathrooms that align with a person's gender identity. Tennessee Attorney General … [Read more...] about 20 States Sue Biden Admin Over LGBT Directives, Guidance for School Sports and Workplace