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  • Oracles of God: Documentary on origins of the New Testament set for U.S. theatrical release in November

    Oracles of God: Documentary on origins of the New Testament set for U.S. theatrical release in November

    US & Canada Arts & Media Bible & Theology

    A new documentary exploring how the New Testament was written, preserved, and passed down through history is scheduled for a limited theatrical release in the United States on Nov. 2, 3 and 5. Oracles of God: The Story of the New Testament, produced by CBN Films in partnership with Fathom Entertainment, examines the decades following the resurrection of Jesus, when His followers spread His teachings orally before recording them in writing.

  • Australian churches to explore inclusion of neurodivergent Christians at Melbourne conference

    Australian churches to explore inclusion of neurodivergent Christians at Melbourne conference

    Oceania Church & Missions Health

    Churches in Australia are being encouraged to learn how to better welcome and include neurodivergent Christians at an upcoming conference, “Belonging by Design,” to be held Oct. 17–18 at Crossway Baptist Church in Burwood East, Melbourne. Organized by the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne in partnership with ministry resource group Intergen, the event is designed to highlight the voices of neurodivergent followers of Jesus, along with their families, carers and advocates. Organizers say the gatherin

  • Research highlights key factors in pastoral longevity

    Research highlights key factors in pastoral longevity

    US & Canada Church & Missions

    An analysis of studies conducted by Lifeway Research in the U.S. has identified several factors that predict whether a Protestant pastor is likely to remain in ministry or step away. The research, which compared data from current and former pastors, provides insight into the professional and personal elements that contribute to a pastor's career longevity. The study reports that a small percentage of pastors, specifically 1.1% of all U.S. Protestant pastors, leave their ministry roles each year

  • Nigerian musician challenges blasphemy law that put him in prison

    Nigerian musician challenges blasphemy law that put him in prison

    Africa Religious Freedom

    A Nigerian musician sentenced to death in 2020 for sharing alleged blasphemous messages on WhatsApp has challenged blasphemy laws in Nigeria’s highest court. Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, in jail awaiting a retrial, has petitioned Nigeria’s Supreme Court to declare the Kano state law on blasphemy unconstitutional. Through his lawyer, Kola Alapinni, Aminu has also challenged his conviction, when he was tried and sentenced without legal representation. 

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