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How to keep LGBTQ people from becoming ‘spiritual orphans’
At a three-day conference in Texas, parents and church leaders tackle faith and sexuality. By Bobby Ross Jr. | TheContinue Reading
When a sermon goes viral: Pastor in middle of social media storm over Kavanaugh
By Bobby Ross Jr. | GetReligion I don’t believe I’ve ever met the Rev. Bob Long, even though my timeContinue Reading
In Dallas, Houston and elsewhere, Christians ask God to bring #Justice4Botham
Members of Churches of Christ celebrate the life of Botham Jean, who was shot to death 23 days before hisContinue Reading
In the Great Smoky Mountains, feeding the spiritual needs of 5,000
Polishing the Pulpit, an annual gathering in East Tennessee, draws a record crowd. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The ChristianContinue Reading
National meeting signals ‘coming of age’ for Hispanic Catholics in U.S.
By Bobby Ross Jr. | For Religion News Service GRAPEVINE, Texas — Latinos are not a challenge or a problemContinue Reading
The crucial role of the ‘faith-based FEMA’ after Florence
Working alongside government agencies, Christian volunteers aid hurricane victims based on what each denomination does best. By Bobby Ross Jr.Continue Reading
After Botham Jean’s shooting death, his church intent on seeking justice
‘Why did it happen to somebody like him?’ grieving fellow Christians demand to know. By Bobby Ross Jr. | TheContinue Reading
