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marriage
Mass. Court’s Ruling Against DOMA 'Erroneous'
A Massachusetts federal judge made an “erroneous decision” when he struck down the federal definition of marriage as between one man and one woman, said a conservative, pro-family group.
 
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 219th General Assembly
PCUSA Assembly OKs Lifting Gay Ordination Ban
Leaders in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) narrowly voted Thursday to open ordination to partnered homosexuals.
 
pray
Over 30 Christian, Family Groups Defend Nat'l Prayer Day
Prominent conservative and family groups filed an amicus brief Wednesday against an earlier court ruling that deemed the National Day of Prayer unconstitutional.
 
 
CHURCH
PC(USA) Elects Pro-Gay Moderator
A pro-gay marriage candidate was elected Saturday to serve as moderator of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) for the 219th General Assembly.
UK Anglicans Defeat Proposals on Women Bishops
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have failed in their bid to see through a compromise amendment to legislation on women bishops that would have allowed a male and female bishop to have “co-ordinate” jurisdiction.
 
 
SOCIETY
Justice Dept. Challenges Ariz. Immigration Law
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging Arizona's new immigration law. The state law unconstitutionally interferes with the federal government's authority to set and enforce immigration policy, the suit states.
Federal Appeals Court Reinstates Fraud Suit Against Planned Parenthood
A Christian legal group that stepped into a multi-million dollar fraud case against Planned Parenthood affiliates in California is hailing the recent decision by the Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to reinstate the dismissed lawsuit.
 
 
EDUCATION
Gordon-Conwell Professor Injured, Alum Killed in S. Korea Bus Crash
A professor who teaches at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary is still in critical condition after the bus he was riding in fell off an elevated road in South Korea on route to the country's international airport in Incheon.
Appeals Court Rules Against Principals in Christian Candy Cane Case
A federal appeals court ruled against two school principals in Plano, Texas, who prohibited students from handing out candy cane pens and other materials that contained short Christian messages.
 
 
CULTURE
12th Annual Lifest Kicks Off
The 12th annual Lifest has drawn thousands to the Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh, Wis., for five days of music, messages, fun and fellowship despite the festival’s latest controversy.
Arts Indispensable to Evangelism and Discipleship, Says Professor
The use of arts will greatly impact the work of evangelism and discipleship, said an Arlington, Texas, professor. Stan Moore noted that a large majority of students in many of his seminary classes came to faith through music.
 
 
MINISTRIES
Street Preachers at Arab Fest to Face Court
Four Christians who were arrested at a large Arab festival in Michigan will have their arraignment hearing on Monday.
Calif. Evangelist: We're Just No Good at Evangelism
In the weeks leading up to the annual Harvest Crusade in Southern California, Laurie is prepping his mega-congregation on the what, why, and how of evangelism.
 
 
MISSIONS
Bible Translators' New Tactics Put Finish Line at 2025
Every spoken language in the world may have part of the Bible written in their own heart language within 15 years because of new technological advances as well as translation strategies.
World Evangelization Summit Launches 8-Language Chat Room
To mark the 100-day countdown until a historic world evangelization summit, organizers launched a global chat room in eight languages.
 
 
WORLD
Hawaii Gov. Rejects Same-Sex Civil Unions Bill
Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have legalized same-sex civil unions. She felt it would be a mistake to allow a decision "of this magnitude" to be made by one individual or a small group of elected officials.
Orthodox Anglicans Call for Prayer Over Gay Bishop Nomination
An orthodox Anglican group has made an “urgent” call for prayer after reports emerged over the weekend that the nominations for the next Bishop of Southwark include an openly gay cleric.
Liberalized Abortion Law Takes Effect in Spain
Spain's more liberal abortion law went into effect Monday amid protests by pro-life groups.
 
 
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This Week's Highlights
CP Home | Twitter | Facebook | RSS Sunday, June 6, 2010
Former UCLA men's basketball coach John Wooden
Legendary Basketball, Life Coach John Wooden Dies at 99
Legendary basketball and life coach John Wooden died of natural causes Friday evening, just months shy from what would have been his 100th birthday.
 
Gulf Coast oil
Gulf Coast Churches Seek God to Stop Oil Flow
With a third of federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico now closed to fishing and leaked oil continuing to spread, local churches are banding together Sunday for a day of prayer.
 
Edinburgh 2010
Evangelicals, Ecumenicals Mark 'New Beginning for Common Mission'
Leaders of the ecumenical and evangelical movements stood side by side at the opening of the historic Edinburgh 2010 conference Thursday and reaffirmed their commitment to witnessing to Christ as one.
 
 
CHURCH
Foursquare Church Selects New President
The Foursquare Church selected its next president on Tuesday as licensed ministers and registered delegates gathered for the Pentecostal denomination’s annual convention.
Episcopal Head Rejects Disciplinary Actions
The head of The Episcopal Church is troubled by efforts within the Anglican Communion to discipline the U.S. body over its pro-gay actions.
 
 
SOCIETY
Obama Offers More Benefits for Gay Federal Employees
President Obama expanded benefits to same-sex partners of gay federal employees on Wednesday.
Homeland Security Seeks to Deport Christian 'Son of Hamas'
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is apparently not among Mosab Hassan Yousef’s admirers as it’s currently seeking to deport the 32-year-old asylum seeker, who currently resides in San Diego.
 
 
EDUCATION
Conn. School Board Bows Out of Graduations at Church Battle
The board of education in Enfield, Conn., voted Thursday against appealing a federal judge's ruling barring two high schools from holding graduations at a church.
Calif. Senate Passes Bill to Counter Texas Curriculum
The California Senate passed a bill Friday to prevent the new Texas social studies curriculum from unknowingly affecting its textbooks.
 
 
ENTERTAINMENT
Opponents of Jesus Cartoon Take Protest to Advertisers
A coalition opposed to a potential Comedy Central cartoon about Jesus Christ is taking the fight to where the money is – advertisers.
Rick Warren's New Book Delayed Indefinitely
The release of Rick Warren's new book, The Hope You Need, is delayed indefinitely, said publisher Zondervan.
 
 
MINISTRIES
Ted Haggard to Pastor New Church in Colorado
Ted Haggard, the evangelical leader who fell from grace after a gay sex scandal in 2006, announced on Wednesday that he will start a new church in Colorado Springs.
Evangelical: 'Separation' for Married Couples Can be a Good Thing
Though Focus on the Family marriage expert Glenn Stanton says it's becoming clearer that the trajectory of Al and Tipper Gore's marriage is more in the divorce direction, he pointed out that the famous couple hasn't used the D-word just yet.
 
 
MISSIONS
Edinburgh 2010 Seeks to Guide 21st Century Mission
The Edinburgh 2010 conference will open on Wednesday with the aim of providing direction for Christian mission in the 21st century.
Franklin Graham Closes 3rd Brazilian Festival with Over 25,000
American evangelist Franklin Graham concluded his third evangelistic festival in Brazil Saturday night, preaching to over 25,000 Brazilians in the city of Belo Horizonte.
 
 
WORLD
Church Relief Network Condemns Israel Flotilla Attack
Israel's deadly attack on a convoy of ships carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza is “a crime,” said a large network of church-based relief organizations.
Afghanistan Suspends 2 Christian Aid Groups
Afghanistan suspended two church-based aid groups on Monday over allegations that the organizations are proselytizing in the Islamic country.
Church Bodies Voice Concern for Detained Madagascar Christians
The leaders of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches (WARC) and the Council for World Mission (CWM) are sounding off against the recent raid on a church-supported radio station and the subsequent detainment of eight radio journalists and technicians.
 
 
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This Week's Highlights
CP Home | Twitter | Facebook | RSS Sunday, May 30, 2010
Episcopal ordination of Bruce and Glasspool
Anglican Head Reprimands U.S. Church over Lesbian Bishop
The Anglican spiritual leader has broken his silence regarding the controversial ordination of another openly homosexual bishop in the U.S.
 
Deepwater Horizon oil rig
La. Residents Pray in Wake of Worst Oil Spill in History
Residents around the oil-contaminated Gulf of Mexico gathered Wednesday evening for a community crisis prayer service amid what some say may be the worst leak in U.S. history.
 
arizona immigration
Ariz. Pastor's Worry: Criminalization of Ministry Work
A Phoenix-based youth pastor is worried that his ministry could face legal troubles under Arizona’s new immigration law.
 
 
CHURCH
Rick Warren Tells Passive, Fake Christians to Find Another Church
During his weekend sermon, Warren laid out a plan for Saddleback's next "Decade of Destiny" in which he's anticipating exponential growth. And the plan has no room for fake Christians, he indicated.
Megachurch Pastor Ed Young Recovering from Surgery
Ed Young, pastor of one of the largest churches in the country, underwent triple bypass surgery Thursday.
 
 
SOCIETY
House Votes to Repeal DADT Despite Military Opinion
The U.S. House voted Thursday to repeal the “don’t ask, don’t tell” law that bars gays and lesbians from serving openly in the military.
Evangelicals Hold First National Prayer Day for Creation
Evangelical leaders from several prominent organizations gathered on Capitol Hill Tuesday to pray, repent and sing about creation care.
 
 
EDUCATION
Christian Biochemist: First 'Synthetic Cell' Strengthens Case for Design
A Christian biochemist among those hailing the recent creation of the first-ever “synthetic cell,” though not for the same reasons as most.
Texas Lutheran University President Resigns
Texas Lutheran University President Ann Svennungsen will leave the school “for new roles in higher education and church leadership,” according to an announcement Tuesday.
 
 
ENTERTAINMENT
'Leaving Islam' Bus Ads Run in NYC
Move aside pro-atheist and Christian bus ads. A new ad targeting former Muslims has joined the religious bus ad campaigns in New York City.
Recovering Porn Addict: Lord Is Not Shocked by Our Humanity
It's been almost two years now since Shellie R. has watched porn. She was first exposed to it by her boyfriend, with whom she was sexually active with.
 
 
MINISTRIES
Ted Haggard to Make 'Groundbreaking' Announcement
“Repentant” former megachurch pastor Ted Haggard will make a “surprise groundbreaking” announcement next Wednesday from his home in Colorado Springs, Colo., a spokesperson reported Thursday.
Fund Shortage Threatens to Close L.A. Homeless Center
A massive shortfall in funds threatens to close a center for homeless women and children, announced the nation’s largest rescue mission on Monday.
 
 
MISSIONS
Will Graham Brings 'Reality' of Christ to Aussies
Third generation evangelist Will Graham has joined world-class entertainers and speakers in Australia to present the Gospel and "the reality of life."
Hindu Nationalists Plan 'Religious Cleansing' in Madhya Pradesh District
Hindu nationalist organizations in Madhya Pradesh state have declared their intentions to rid Mandla district of all Christian influence by starting preparations for a large “reconversion” event next year.
 
 
WORLD
Nigeria's Foreign Minister: Conflicts More than Religious Problem
The recent string of violence in central Nigeria is more than a religious conflict, asserted the country's minister of foreign affairs.
Gay Marriage Support Gains Slightly in U.S.
Forty-four percent of Americans say marriage between same-sex couples should be recognized by the law as valid, up four percent compared to 2009 and 2008.
Second Wave of Deportations Hits Foreign Christians in Morocco
In a second wave of deportations from Morocco, officials of the majority-Muslim country have expelled 26 foreign Christians in the last 10 days without due process.
 
 
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This Week's Highlights
CP Home | Twitter | Facebook | RSS Sunday, May 16, 2010
tokyo 2010
Tokyo Missions Conference Draws 2,000 Leaders
More than 2,000 mission leaders representing 140 countries have gathered in Tokyo for a major conference on how to finish The Great Commission.
 
Elena Kagan
Poll: 1 in 3 Voters Say Kagan Should be Confirmed
A majority of U.S. voters expect Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan to be confirmed by the Senate, a new poll shows. But only a third said she should become the next justice.
 
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Rick Warren Puts Spotlight on Orphan Crisis, Biblical Mandate
"Imagine a country half the size of the United States; that's how many orphans there are in the world. We're not talking about a small problem here."
 
 
CHURCH
Episcopal Church Set to Ordain Lesbian Bishop
Episcopalians are prepared to greet a historic yet controversial occasion – the ordination of the first openly lesbian bishop on Saturday.
Total U.S. Churches No Longer in Decline, Researchers Say
We often hear about churches closing their doors in the U.S. But some may be surprised to hear that the total number of churches is not in decline anymore.
 
 
SOCIETY
Evangelicals Call for Earned Citizenship for Immigrants, Not Amnesty
An unlikely group of conservative evangelicals issued a statement Tuesday calling for just immigration reform that includes an earned pathway for undocumented immigrants already in the country.
Mojave Desert Cross Stolen; Supporters Outraged
A seven-foot war memorial cross at the center of a nearly 10-year court battle was reported stolen. The metal cross at the Mojave National Preserve in California was removed Sunday night
 
 
EDUCATION
Liberty Univ. to Investigate Caner's Muslim Claims
Liberty University is setting up a committee to investigate whether claims made by its seminary president about his Muslim background are accurate.
'Bullycide' Most Disquieting Trend Facing Youth
The recent surge in bully-related suicides among teens has prompted parents, churches and a number of states to tackle the issue before another student takes his or her own life.
 
 
ENTERTAINMENT
Racy Miss USA Photos Draw Flak
Promotional photos of Miss USA contestants clad in lingerie have irked some mothers and Christians who say the pageant has gone too far.
Comedy Central Developing Animated Jesus Show
Comedy Central is in the process of developing an animated TV show that features Jesus Christ as “the ultimate fish out of water” despite efforts the all-comedy network had made recently to censor a more-controversial-than-usual episode of “South Park.”
 
 
MINISTRIES
Crystal Cathedral Sells Retreat Center; Saddleback Church to Lease
The Crystal Cathedral, the Southern California megachurch of Dr. Robert H. Schuller, announced Tuesday the sale of its Rancho Capistrano Retreat & Renewal Center to Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., of Oklahoma City.
Nat'l Salvation Army Week to Raise Awareness of Works, Needs
Starting Monday, people across America will observe National Salvation Army Week through thousands of events and activities designed to raise awareness of The Salvation Army’s work while also giving thanks to the millions who have supported the evangelical group’s service to the American public.
 
 
MISSIONS
Megachurch Pastor Brings Festival to Cayman Islands
After three months of island-wide volunteer initiatives, megachurch pastor Miles McPherson opened a two-day evangelistic festival in the Cayman Islands on Friday.
Mission Leader: You're Unemployed if Not Working for God
As far as God is concerned, someone is unemployed if the person is not working for Him, said a Latin American mission leader at a global missions conference in Tokyo.
 
 
WORLD
WCC, Iraqi Clerics Call for Gov't Response to Anti-Christian Violence
The head of the World Council of Churches said Wednesday that the ecumenical church body is “very concerned” about the new escalation of violence against Christians in the city of Mosul and backed Iraqi church leaders in calling for intervention from the government.
Green Patriarch Calls Gulf Coast Oil Spill a Sin
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, dubbed the "green patriarch" because of his environmental activism, called the recent oil spill in the Gulf Coast a sin against nature and God.
Church of England Prepares for Heated Women Bishops Debate
New draft legislation on women bishops is expected to cause some in the Church of England to leave the body as most provisions accommodating opponents to female bishops were thrown out.
 
 
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This Week's Highlights
CP Home | Twitter | Facebook | RSS Sunday, May 9, 2010
Franklin Graham
Solemn Mood at National Day of Prayer Event
Despite a few jokes by speakers to lighten the mood, the National Day of Prayer event at Capitol Hill on Thursday was solemn.
 
Nashville flood
Nashville Reels from Flood with Massive Volunteer Force
Chaplains, congregations and country music stars are playing their part to help Nashville reel from the city's worst flooding in decades. As the floodwaters recede, volunteers are popping up from all over the state
 
Pakistani Christian
Ex-Muslim: Obama's Soft Strategy Hurting Oppressed Christians
President Obama is hurting persecuted Christians worldwide by failing to speak up for them, says a well-known convert who lives under police protection in Europe.
 
 
CHURCH
Methodists Reject Structure Changes, Inclusive Membership
The United Methodist Church rejected a number of amendments to the church's constitution, including one on the inclusiveness of church membership.
So. Baptists Consider Critical Changes for Its Future
A Southern Baptist panel released on Monday the final draft of a report that is expected to set the nation's largest Protestant denomination on a new course.
 
 
SOCIETY
Atheists Lose Suit Against 'God' in Presidential Oath
A federal appeals court on Friday upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit that challenged prayers and religious elements in presidential inaugurations, including President Obama's in 2009.
Christian May Day Lifts Up Prayers for 'Nation in Distress'
Christians representing all 50 states joined national leaders at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial on Saturday to “cry to God for a nation in distress.”
 
 
EDUCATION
Conn. School District Sued Over Megachurch Selection
Americans United for Separation of Church and State, the American Civil Liberties Union, and the ACLU of Connecticut have filed a lawsuit in federal court over a public school district’s decision to hold this year’s graduation ceremonies in a Christian megachurch.
Fla. School District Sued over Prayer Constraint
A Florida school district is being sued for "persistent and widespread" restrictions on religious expression.
 
 
ENTERTAINMENT
Huckabee Revisits Gay Adoption Debate with Rosie O'Donnell
One week after debating the issue of gay adoption with talk show host Rosie O’Donnell, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee sat down with fellow conservative Sean Hannity to comment on the contentious yet “respectful” debate, boiling down his point into a single statement.
James Dobson to Return with Same Bold Approach
Dr. James Dobson is returning to talk radio on Monday with a new show and with no intention of softening his bold and unabashed tone. "Family Talk" is scheduled to launch on over 500 outlets.
 
 
MINISTRIES
Piper Signs Out with Prayer Requests for Soul, Marriage
Before signing out and "disappearing" from the public, Pastor John Piper left supporters with a final video message that was posted Friday.
Developing 'Sticky Faith' Among Teens
What initially started out as research projects on the exodus of young people from churches after high school has turned into a movement to help the younger generation thrive in their faith.
 
 
MISSIONS
Muslims Burn Christian Center under Construction in Indonesia
Hundreds of people calling themselves the Muslim Community of the Puncak Route last week burned buildings under construction belonging to a Christian organization in West Java Province.
Buddhist Extremists Drive Christians from Village in Bangladesh
Four Christian families in southeastern Bangladesh left their village Sunday under mounting pressure by Buddhist extremists to give up their faith in Christ.
 
 
WORLD
Christians Denounce Street Preacher's Arrest
The arrest of a street preacher, who said homosexuality is a sin, has renewed concern over religious freedom for Christians in the United Kingdom.
Bomb Attack on Iraqi Christian Students Spurs Thousands to Protest
Thousands of Christians marched through the streets of Hamdaniyah in northern Iraq on Monday to protest against Sunday’s bomb attack that killed one and injured around 100.
Positive Signs at U.N. Nuclear Meeting, Says WCC
Though overshadowed by flying accusations between Iran and the U.S. on Monday, the opening day of the U.N.'s conference on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty offered some hopeful signs, said a global church body.
 
 
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