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Should the pulpit be political? 2819 Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell shares his view.
AJC producer Najja Parker asks Philip Anthony Mitchell about pastors’ role in politics and what could be lost if the Black church label disappears.
Tuberville blasts Alabama pastors for not speaking out on politics: ‘Quit trying to keep your jobs’
“We are not winning in the pulpit and getting up and saying ‘this is what we stand for.’"
Pulpit Politics: Johnson Amendment Rarely Enforced
Oklahoma religious leaders are navigating a murky legal landscape around the Johnson Amendment, which bars tax-exempt churches from endorsing candidates but is rarely enforced. With a recent Texas lawsuit failing and Congress considering changes, some pastors endorse candidates without consequences while others see political neutrality as a theological obligation, not just a legal one.
In Kansas, Trump says a pastor running as a Democrat ‘mocks Jesus’
At a rally, the president likened Democrats to rioters in France, whom he said “hate Christianity” and “Western civilization.”
How State Rep. Gary Click balances politics and being a pastor
Both Gary Click and Lamar Ford say it is possible for faith leaders to bring up public issues without steering their worshipers’ decisions at the voting booth.
Novena, resources respond to 'urgent pastoral challenge' of mental health
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops announced the 2026 start of its annual Novena for Mental Health, which takes place Oct. 10-18.
Greater Galilee Baptist Church to host annual health fair
CHICAGO — A local pastor is bringing health and wellness resources to the city’s West Side. Greater Galilee Baptist Church is gearing up for its annual health fair this weekend. The event, wh…
Church pastor to lead ‘Faith and Politics’ study groups
Pastor Dana Spivy Glover is seen at her church, Hays Christian. Photo by Linn Ann Huntingt
Gatorade Man gets car, business help from local pastor
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Rice: Southern Baptist pastors should be involved in the political process
CLEARWATER, Fla. (BP) – Southern Baptist pastors should “absolutely” be a part of the political process in order to press on issues that speak to theological and moral clarity, SBC President Willy Rice told Fox News in a weekend interview.
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn awaits sentencing for wife's murder
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared briefly on “American Idol” is set to be sentenced after a jury convicted him last week of murdering his wife while he was having an affair | Talk 1370
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn awaits sentencing for wife's murder
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared briefly on “American Idol” is set to be sentenced after a jury convicted him last week of murdering his wife while he was having an affair.
Downtown church’s history follows Madison’s story for 175 years
Christ Presbyterian Church will celebrate its 175th anniversary this weekend, having survived fires, fought segregation and seen pastors tried for heresy.
University of Indianapolis to host conference supporting the health and wellness of pastors and ministry leaders
The Lantz Center at the University of Indianapolis will host the second annual Called + Crafted Preaching & Innovation Conference on Oct 19-21 to help pastors and ministry leaders address their own feelings of burnout and being overwhelmed while caring for their own congregations and communities. The conference is part of UIndy’s Compelling Preaching Initiative,
Science Tells Me How. God Tells Me Why.
A 13-year-old Christian at a public charter school writes about asking questions when science class seems to conflict with their faith, and why they are learning apologetics.
Fran Pastore (opinion): 'The energy in Stamford is palpable'
'For companies throughout Stamford and Connecticut, the message is simple: investing in women entrepreneurs isn't charity. It's economic development.'
Dear Abby | Mom doesn't want daughter visiting neighbors
Dear Abby: My next-door neighbors are appropriately friendly, mow their lawn and generally mind their own business. The husband is a leader in a fundamentalist church whose pastor preaches that
When Politics Enters the Pasture: Can Northern Kenya Prevent an Electoral Crisis?
What happens when the very things pastoralists are seeking to protect become instruments of electoral competition?
Emmys in memoriam snubs Chuck Norris, Nicholas Brendon, Daveigh Chase
The Emmy Awards in memoriam rundown remembered show business personalities lost since last year’s ceremony including Rob Reiner, James Van Der Beek, Vincent Pastore, Catherine O’Hara, Anthony Head, Eric Dane
Convicted sex offender offered opening prayer at rally for GOP Senate nominee in North Carolina
A North Carolina pastor who led the opening prayer at a recent campaign stop for Republican Senate nominee Michael Whatley is a registered sex offender, twice sentenced to prison. Records
No Democrat has won a Kansas Senate seat in a century. Can a megachurch pastor change that?
Adam Hamilton has spent decades trying to bring people to Jesus as founder of the nation’s largest United Methodist church. Now he wants to bring Kansas voters to the polls as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate.
Trump names pastor as tobacco health adviser at CDC
… Tobacco-related disease has taken an enormous toll on American Families…”
Trump names pastor as tobacco health adviser at CDC
President Trump on Tuesday announced the selection of Pastor Darrell Scott, a longtime supporter of his, to be the tobacco health adviser for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). T…
Trump names pastor to advise administration on tobacco health
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Pastor Darrell Scott will serve his administration as an adviser for tobacco health issues on a committee that advises the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Trump Names Pastor to Advise Administration on Tobacco Health
WASHINGTON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Pastor Darrell Scott will serve his administration as an adviser for tobacco health issues on a committee that advises the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "For far too long,
Pastor behind viral Dearborn clash discusses El-Sayed Senate bid, faith and political stakes
Pastor Lorenzo Sewell discusses his concerns about Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and the stakes of the November election.
47-year-old pastor makes college football team as DE
Justin Buzzard returns to a competitive football field for the first time in nearly 30 years.
Historic Kenyan drought reshaped livelihoods, health and daily life
The historic drought in northern Kenya affected nearly every part of life for a pastoralist community, from health and food security to where people lived and how they made a living, including a shift toward fishing as an important source of food and income.
Freed American missionary ‘in good health’ after captivity in Niger
World Outreach Church Pastor Allen Jackson says freed missionary Kevin Rideout is a ‘bright voice for Christianity’ on ‘Saturday in America.’
James Talarico Said He Wouldn’t Accept Any Endorsements From the Pulpit. He Just Did.
The Democratic nominee for Senate has decried such political engagement from pastors, saying that the church-state boundary is “sacred.”
Religious ‘homecoming’ of sorts brings pork and politicians to Fancy Farm
The pastor of the church where Kentucky’s annual political picnic occurs explained how his faith informs his politics.
How 'The Sopranos' stars are paying tribute to Vincent Pastore
The "Sopranos" family is paying tribute to one of their own. The cast of the Emmy-winning HBO series shared tributes on social media after the death of Vincent Pastore.
‘Blessed’: Frederick Haynes, pastor and candidate, on his politics, faith and health
WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘The church has been so supportive that, I mean, they've been more excited about my campaign than I have,’ Haynes said of his historically Black Dallas megachurch.
Flores named chief operating officer of healthcare group
Rev. Bolívar Flores, a prominent Jersey City pastor and Latino community leader, has been appointed chief operating officer of the Sunrise Group of
Political Faithfulness in a Polarized Age
Orienting around the kingdom of God instead of partisan idols.
A Florida pastor is suing OpenAI over ChatGPT health advice that nearly killed him
Scott Winters claims ChatGPT discouraged him from seeking care for six weeks as blood clots developed, exploiting his religious beliefs along the way
Northern Arapaho Business Council crafts policy governing 'outside organizations' after sermon sparks outrage
Protests, Sunday services continue after Foundations for Nations pastor goes viral with call for tribal members on Wind River Reservation to reject their traditional spiritual ways.
When the U.S. Advocates for Political Prisoners Around the World, Freedom Wins
Pastor Ezra Jin’s story shows that American power can still be leveraged to advance human freedom.
First Baptist Church of Burlington celebrates pastor's 3rd anniversary
BURLINGTON, Ohio — On July 12, the First Baptist Church of Burlington will celebrate the third Pastoral Anniversary of Rev. LaShawn Kaigler with guest preachers Rev. Reginald Hill, Pastor Emeritus
After missing Wilson endorsement, Shevrin Jones wins support from Black clergy
More than a dozen pastors gave Jones their endorsement at an event at Greater New Bethel Church in Miami Gardens.
Chicago faith leaders, businesses rally to collect supplies for Venezuela earthquake victims
In Chicago, pastors and businesses across the city are coordinating efforts to send aid after devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
WCC publishes “HIV and Mental Health: What Can the Church Do?”
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has published “HIV and Mental Health: What Can the Church Do?” by Dr Sue Parry, a practical and theologically grounded resource for congregations ready to respond to one of the most complex pastoral challenges of our time.
Trump switches support in Oklahoma congressional race as formerly endorsed pastor candidate suspends campaign
Trump withdrew his endorsement of Oklahoma GOP congressional candidate and pastor Jackson Lahmeyer to back rival Mark Tedford in a dramatic 2026 midterm reversal.
Trump-endorsed pastor suspends Oklahoma House campaign after texting scandal
Megachurch pastor Jackson Lahmeyer ended his bid after advancing in a runoff. A British tabloid alleged he had an inappropriate relationship with a former staffer.
Pastors for Trump founder withdraws from US House race after texting scandal
Pastors for Trump founder Jackson Lahmeyer on Wednesday announced he was ending his bid for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District, one day after he was projected to advance to a runoff for the Republican nomination in the wake of a texting scandal.
On Netflix’s World Cup Show, It’s Still Called Football
When Netflix approached Goalhanger co-founder Tony Pastor last year, he assumed the streamer was interested in picking up a version of his podcast network’s The Rest Is History. In their first meeting, executives discussed episodes from the show—then pivoted the conversation. “They suddenly said in the middle of the meeting—’but actually, that’s not what we want …
Pastor Jamal Bryant On Asian Business Boycott, Black Spending Power
How one clip from an Asian creator pushed the Atlanta pastor to challenge Black spending habits and demand a test of economic dependence.
Gwen Graham as David Jolly’s LG? The speculation is loud and clear
The Jolly campaign has yet to confirm the pick, but a Tallahassee pastor spilled the beans.
Gazette, Centennial Institute cosponsoring Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday
The Gazette and the Centennial Institute are cosponsoring a Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday at Colorado Christian University, featuring candidates state Rep. Scott Bottoms, a Colorado Springs pastor, and longtime GOP insider state Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer. Candidates will field questions on major issues facing Colorado, including the economy, crime/public safety, state budget/TABOR, energy, infrastructure and affordability. […]
Denver Gazette, Centennial Institute cosponsoring Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday
The Gazette The Denver Gazette and the Centennial Institute are cosponsoring a Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday at Colorado Christian University, featuring candidates Scott Bottoms, a Colorado Springs pastor, and longtime GOP insider Barb Kirkmeyer. Candidates will field questions on major issues facing Colorado, including the economy, crime/public safety, state budget/TABOR, energy, infrastructure, and affordability. The […]
Pastors with strong ties to Cuba react to the indictment of former leader
A pastor from Cuba and one who served there say the indictment is a step in the right direction.
From MAGA pastor to J6 prosecutor, what’s hot in WA politics
Two Washington state House campaigns are far outpacing the other 200 in early fundraising. It shows how politics right now is either all-in with Trump’s MAGA movement, or all-out.
The pastor of the nation’s largest Methodist church is running for the US Senate in Kansas
The pastor of the largest United Methodist Church in the U.S. has launched a campaign for the Democratic nomination for a U.S. Senate seat in Kansas.
Talarico torched after pastor's 'disgusting' Trump shooting remark as Cornyn says 'Texans should be outraged'
Sen. Cornyn demands Texas Senate candidate James Talarico condemn his pastor, who Cornyn says made light of the Trump assassination attempt at a sermon.
Millennial pastor in Hawaii grew Turo side hustle into $3M in revenue
Anwar Ali, a pastor in Kauai, scaled his car rental business on Turo from one vehicle to 213 cars, generating $2.95 million in 2025.
Pastors Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx win spots in Colorado GOP’s gubernatorial primary at party assembly
Two pastors from Colorado Springs qualified Saturday for the Republican gubernatorial primary ballot at the Colorado GOP’s state assembly in Pueblo in a party meeting that dragged late into the night. State Rep. Scott Bottoms, who is known as one of the legislature’s most conservative members, won top line on the June ballot, while missionary […]
Yarbrough speaks with Lone Star Politics after opponent in TX-32 ends campaign for GOP nomination
After businessman and pastor Ryan Binkley ends his campaign for the GOP nomination in the 32nd Congressional District, Trump-endorsed Jace Yarbrough will take on the Democrat in the November election. The newly-drawn district was designed to favor Republicans by state lawmakers. Yarbrough takes questions from Lone Star Politics about his conservative views and his priorities if elected to office.
Faith vs. Sports: Bulls' Jaden Ivey waived after alleged anti-NBA Pride Month remarks
Start your morning with The National News Desk as Angela Brown sits down with the co-founder of Transformation Church and Pastor Derwin Gray to discuss former C
Trump-voting pastor denies he’s masquerading as a Dem in Senate race; Dems think he’s a GOP plant
The Trump-voting pastor Democrats think could cost them a chance at a Nebraska Senate seat
In Nebraska’s Senate race, a Trump-supporting, anti-abortion pastor is running as a Democrat. The state’s Democratic Party — which is backing an independent candidate — says he’s a Republican plant. And another Democratic primary candidate says she’s running just to stop him.
James Talarico Responds With ‘Love’ To Hegseth Pastor’s Criticism
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas, said, “You may pray for my death, Pastor, but I still love you.” The pastor said he was calling for Mr. Talarico’s religious conversion.
Women's game needs more respect
Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor says the women's game needs "more respect" after her side have a goal controversially disallowed in their Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal.
Personnel note: Shutts & Bowen adds veteran trial lawyer Bernie Pastor to Miami office
Shutts & Bowen is expanding its Business Litigation Practice Group with the addition of Bernard “Bernie” Pastor as a Partner in its Miami office.
3 Democratic pastors in Iowa are running for Congress, a snapshot of a national trend
More Democrats are openly running on faith, as progressive clergy and other religious candidates push back on the idea that Christianity belongs to the right
Pope Leo addresses French Christian entrepreneurs business leaders
In a message sent for the centenary of the French Movement of Christian Entrepreneurs and Leaders (EDC), gathered in Lyon, France, Pope Leo XIV ...
Q&A: Eric Mason on Ministering to Men and Witnessing in Politics
The Philadelphia-based pastor discusses how the church can engage Black men and have a biblical approach to government.
30 more people indicted over anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church, Bondi says
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced federal charges Friday against 30 more people who are accused of civil rights violations in a January protest inside a Minnesota church where a pastor works for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Pulpit to Politics: Church of the Resurrection’s Adam Hamilton considers run for US Senate
Kansas Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton explores Independent run for U.S. Senate.
Hegseth invited pastor who calls for Christian theocracy to lead Pentagon prayer service
A controversial pastor who supports repealing women’s right to vote and believes homosexuality should be a crime led a worship service at the Pentagon this week, saying he was invited by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Archbishop of Baltimore calls for renewal of US political life
Ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore releases a pastoral letter inviting Americans ...
Feedback Friday: ‘Closer Look’ listeners react to intensifying daily politics, protests
This comes as tensions continue to rise in Minnesota after the shooting deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Earlier this month, Lemon and Fort both reported on a protest at Cities Church in St. Paul. It has been alleged that an ICE official serves as a pastor of the church, which sparked the protest. Following the incident, the Trump administration promised retaliation against Lemon.
A 65km hike into Norway's vanishing rural past
The Stølstruta offers hikers a responsible, respectful way to witness a pastoral tradition that has disappeared almost everywhere else in Europe.
Pastors, political prisoners released from Venezuelan prisons
World Outreach Church Pastor Allen Jackson joins ‘Saturday in America’ to discuss religious leaders released from Venezuelan prisons following U.S. action involving the Maduro regime.
Bishop Burbidge outlines Christian approach to mental health amid ‘staggering’ crisis
A U.S. bishop is highlighting the nation’s growing mental health crisis, while pointing to the “divine medicine” offered by Christ through the work of the Church. On Jan. 19, Bishop…
Dr. Frederick Haynes talks about his move from pastor to politician
The longtime pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, Dr. Frederick Haynes, surprised many when he jumped in to run in Congressional District 30, the seat based in southern Dallas County. He speaks with Lone Star Politics about why he entered the race and what happens next.
‘Mind your business’: Jamal Bryant responds to dress criticism during church service
Pastor Jamal Bryant addressed criticism of his wife's gala dress, urging critics to focus on bigger community issues.
Bishop Dolan: Faith and science both necessary to care for mental health
As the ongoing mental health crisis presents a significant pastoral challenge for the Church, US Bishop John Dolan of Phoenix calls for true support ...
Bishop Dolan: Faith and science both necessary to care for mental health
As the ongoing mental health crisis presents a significant pastoral challenge for the Church, US Bishop John Dolan of Phoenix calls for true support ...
Where to Find Lorwyn Eclipsed Previews
Our return to the plane of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor is here! Prepare for a pastoral preview season when Lorwyn Eclipsed debuts on January 5, 2026.