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Christian Chronicle

A church makes a special connection with an Orlando victim’s family

How a New Jersey congregation came to bless a grieving mother who lost her son in the nation’s worst mass shooting. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle ORLANDO, Fla. — “It’s been a while, man,” said my friend Jose Luis Cintrón, who lives in Fort Worth, Texas. Thirty years, to be exact. Sadly, I called after all these years because my friend just … Continue reading A church makes a special connection with an Orlando victim’s family

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Christian Chronicle

Christian universities put on ‘shame list’

Gay-rights organizations target federal funding and NCAA ties of schools with traditional biblical beliefs. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Revoke Christian universities’ eligibility for federal student financial aid. Strip their membership in the National Collegiate Athletic Association. That’s what major gay-rights groups would like to do with higher education schools that espouse traditional biblical beliefs on sexuality and gender identity. “Some voices … Continue reading Christian universities put on ‘shame list’

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Christian Chronicle

Christians sing, pray at memorial site after Orlando massacre

By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle After Sunday’s terrorist attack on a gay nightclub claimed the lives of 49 souls, a dozen members of three Orlando, Fla.-area Churches of Christ brought flowers — and prayers — to a memorial site for the victims. “Together we #prayforOrlando,” said a poster signed by members of one of those congregations, the Concord Street Church of Christ. … Continue reading Christians sing, pray at memorial site after Orlando massacre

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Washington Post

In this Bible Belt state, Democrats call hot-button issues a ‘smokescreen’

Even some Republicans in GOP-run Oklahoma say that abortion and transgender bills are a distraction. By Bobby Ross Jr. | For The Washington Post OKLAHOMA CITY — Some public schools are starting summer vacation several days early. Others are contemplating a four-day week to cut costs. And more than 200 teachers in Oklahoma City were handed pink slips in March. But instead of addressing a burgeoning … Continue reading In this Bible Belt state, Democrats call hot-button issues a ‘smokescreen’

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Religion News Service

In a red state, the culture war shifts

Voters still care about traditional values, but there is growing anger over underfunded schools and crumbling infrastructure. By Bobby Ross Jr. | For Religion News Service EDMOND, Okla. (RNS) In one of the reddest of the red states, appeals to traditional values have long resonated with many voters. But while lawmakers in this Bible Belt state of 3.9 million have been debating proposals to criminalize … Continue reading In a red state, the culture war shifts

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Christian Chronicle

Boy Scouts’ gay-friendly policies draw mixed responses

Boy Scouts’ gay-friendly policies draw mixed responses (reporting from Piedmont, Okla.): Some Churches of Christ maintain ties with BSA, while others align with a new national scouting organization.  PIEDMONT, Okla. — Ken Richter loved the Boy Scout life. Starting as a 7-year-old Cub Scout, Richter embraced the outdoor adventure, the leadership training and the character development. “I loved to go camping and canoeing, and I made a … Continue reading Boy Scouts’ gay-friendly policies draw mixed responses

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Christian Chronicle

Same-sex marriage legalized — now what?

Landmark ruling alarms Christians who view marriage as a sacred union between one man and one woman. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle “If Caesar gives it, he can take it away.” So warns minister and lawyer Melvin Otey in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark 5-4 decision legalizing same-sex marriage. Despite declarations of support for religious freedom by President Barack … Continue reading Same-sex marriage legalized — now what?

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Christianity Today

Contract concern: USAID policy on hiring alarms charities

Contract Concern: USAID Policy on Hiring Alarms Charities Groups concerned religious liberty fear they could be challenged in the future. Christianity Today April print issue. Evangelical organizations that partner with Uncle Sam to deliver humanitarian aid overseas are voicing concern and outrage over a new federal policy that “strongly encourages” all contractors to develop anti-discrimination policies covering employees’ sexual orientation. The U.S. Agency for International … Continue reading Contract concern: USAID policy on hiring alarms charities

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Christianity Today

Online boycotts separate businesses from Christian groups

Online Boycotts Separate Businesses From Christian Groups Petitions effective, but not by numbers. Christianity Today October issue. In August, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz withdrew from a speaking engagement at the Willow Creek Association’s Global Leadership Summit. The reason: An online petition had called the Illinois megachurch anti-gay and threatened a boycott of the coffee giant. The petition had only 717 signatures. Senior pastor Bill Hybels said the church is … Continue reading Online boycotts separate businesses from Christian groups

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