How Chicago Nuns Use Athletics to Share Their Message of Service Dressed in distinctive black and white, these nuns stand apart even amid the sea of Chicago White Sox fans. Their love of sports is as genuine as their commitment to serving others. One sister has celebrated by dancing atop the dugout, another earned recognition … Read more
Christianity’s Expansion and Global Growth Trends Recent research from a leading research center reveals that while the absolute number of Christians increased between 2010 and 2020, the overall global population grew at an even faster pace. This observation highlights an important context for understanding religious demographics in a rapidly changing world. Trends Within Christianity During … Read more
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Tennessee Ban Targeting Drag Shows for Minors A three-judge panel from the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently confirmed a Tennessee law that restricts children from attending drag shows. The law, part of Tennessee’s Adult Entertainment Act passed in 2023, makes it illegal to perform adult cabaret entertainment in venues … Read more
Christianity’s Shifting Global Footprint In the past decade, the number of Christians worldwide increased by 122 million. This growth reflects a substantial rise in the total adherents, yet, paradoxically, the faith’s share of the global population experienced a decline. A Closer Look at the Trends While millions more identified with Christianity during this period, the … Read more
Christianity’s Growth and Global Demographics Recent findings reveal that Christianity added 122 million followers during the last decade, marking a notable increase in its number of adherents. However, despite this growth, the faith’s percentage share of the world’s overall population has declined. This dynamic highlights a situation where, although more individuals are joining Christianity, broader … Read more
Changing Religious Landscapes The trend toward identifying with no religious affiliation is becoming increasingly evident. Many experts suggest that this shift is largely tied to the decline in attendance and membership within traditional Christian communities. Shifts in Belief and Affiliation Recent observations indicate that as fewer people maintain ties to organized Christian churches, a growing … Read more
Shift in U.S. Christian Affiliation Recent findings indicate that more Americans disassociated themselves from Christianity than any other religious group during the decade spanning 2010 to 2020. This trend has captured the attention of researchers who are looking into the changing religious landscape across the country. Emerging Trends and Observations Although the early part of … Read more
Overview A recent study by a reputable research center reveals that more than one third of Ohio’s adult population now follows a different religious path from that of their parents. This trend points to significant shifts in spiritual and cultural beliefs over time. Changing Beliefs in Ohio The survey indicates that about 36% of adults … Read more
Deitrick Haddon Criticizes BET for Honoring GloRilla with a Gospel Award Renowned gospel singer and founding pastor of Hill City Church in California, Deitrick Haddon, has voiced strong objections over BET’s decision to award secular rapper GloRilla the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at the BET Awards. Haddon contends that gospel music does not … Read more
‘Bible students should be paying close attention’: Christian leaders react to Israel’s attack on Iran In a dramatic escalation, the Israeli Air Force conducted a series of airstrikes on strategic military and nuclear sites in Iran. The operation, code-named “Strength of a Lion,” targeted nuclear facilities as well as military command centers, with officials in … Read more