Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Donald Trump’s administration is giving churches a green light to explicitly endorse political candidates, without fear of losing ...

Some progressive churches claim to be safe spaces but don't actively support the LGBTQ+ community. Refusing to display the pride flag or speak out on LGBTQ+ rights sends a message of conditional ...

OCEAN PARK — In 1973, The Rev. Jim Conn was asked to re-open a United Methodist church at the corner of Second and Hill streets with a focus on outreach toward young adults. What he began was the ...

The author reveals a Philadelphia church's story and faith's evolving role. Journalist Eliza Griswold turned a chance encounter on the streets of Philadelphia into an exploration of a progressive ...

It was 10 minutes before Sunday's service at St. Paul United Methodist Church when the amplified hell-and-brimstone squad arrived at its steps. St. Paul's is a 118-year-old church built by Confederate ...

Two theologically progressive churches in Oak Lawn plan to merge in January, with the coming together bringing about a new name and mission statement. Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, at 9411 S.

Brandi Brown has yet to find a Black church near her Southern California home that feels right for her. So when she wants to talk about God, she relies on someone over a thousand miles (1,600 ...