Christianity Today editor argues morally compromised Trump should be removed from office
by: Jack Jenkins Dec. 19, 2019 (RNS) — Mark Galli, the editor-in-chief of the influential evangelical magazine Christianity Today, says that President Donald Trump should be removed from office. In an editorial on Trump’s impeachment published Thursday (Dec. 19), Galli argued that even though Democrats have “had it out” for Trump since his election, the case for the president’s impeachment — which the House of Representatives voted to approve to Wednesday — was convincing. Trump, he said, was morally unable to lead. “The facts in this instance are unambiguous: The president of the United States attempted to use his politicalRead More
Nigeria remains the most violent country for Christians, Open Doors said.
Open Doors: Technology advancing Christian persecution
by Diana Chandler WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2020 (BP) — The use of technology is advancing and strengthening Christian persecution, Open Doors CEO David Curry said Wednesday (Jan. 15) in releasingRead More
But CIOGC’s interest in interfaith is about more than just community cooperation.
Hesham Shehab: Chicago Islamists Use Interfaith Efforts as Cover to Advance Extremist Politics
At the 2020 World Peace Day Interfaith Prayer Service on January 5th held in Naperville, Illinois representatives of many faiths came together to celebrate multiple faith traditions. Representing Chicago’s largeRead More
t’s against this Islamophobic backdrop that we need to examine Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's decision to opt out of the United States refugee resettlement program...
Opinion: Texas’ misguided decision on refugees is state-sponsored Islamophobia
by: Paul O’Donnell Jan. 15, 2020 (RNS) — Texas always seems to lead the way in hate — quite literally: we account for 10% of the country’s hate groups, manyRead More
Students at the event held in the Oval Office included those of the Christian, Jewish and Muslim faiths, NPR reported.
Trump affirms religious liberty in schools
by Tess SchoonhovenWASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2020 (BP) — In observance of National Religious Freedom Day, President Donald Trump hosted a gathering today (Jan. 16) of students from different religions toRead More
The family is praying God would provide an unexpected way for them to stay in the U.S., or at least reduce their time in England.
NAMB (North American Mission Board – SBC), San Diego association back church planter facing deportation
by Liz Tablazon/Biblical Recorder SAN DIEGO, Jan. 17, 2020 (BP) — The San Diego Southern Baptist Association (SDSBA) and the North American Mission Board (NAMB) are standing behind a BritishRead More
In the 1970s there are almost no differences in the partisan makeup of each of the three attendance categories.
Opinion: The age of nones may favor churches that welcome doubters
by: Paul O’Donnell Jan. 14, 2020 (RNS) — The media have paid a lot of attention to the rise of the religiously unaffiliated in recent years, and for good reason.Read More
The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, coffee, and orange juice.
Aurora church to host pancake-breakfast fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity – Feb. 22
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 13, 2020–Aurora Advent Christian Church, 905 N. Edgelawn Drive, will host a 28th annual pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, to benefit FoxRead More
Rev. Clyde Galow of Aurora, 91, a retired United Methodist minister, became the first congregant to accept Pastor Rogers invitation.
Exploring ‘Who Is This Man?’ Congregants invited to share pulpit
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 14, 2020 — Rev. Derek Rogers, pastor at Flowing Forth United Methodist Church in Aurora, has invited congregants to share views of Jesus during “Who Is ThisRead More
Second annual trivia night fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 8
Oswego church’s trivia night to benefit Habitat for Humanity – Feb. 8
OSWEGO, Ill., Jan. 13, 2020 — Oswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Rt. 25, will hold a second annual trivia night fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 8, to benefit Montgomery-based Fox Valley Habitat forRead More
The project is Habitat’s 65th new or upgraded home in Aurora, North Aurora and Montgomery since the nonprofit’s founding in 1988.
Montgomery Habitat for Humanity to break ground Saturday, Jan 18
MONTGOMERY, Ill., Jan 13, 2020 — Montgomery-based Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity will break ground Saturday, Jan. 18, at 423 Parker Ave. in Aurora. The public is invited.courier The homeRead More
In our 50-year history as a denomination, anyway, almost nothing about us has been “united.”
Opinion: Why United Methodist Church’s plan for separation is good for everyone
by: Paul O’Donnell Jan. 13, 2020 (RNS) — My tribe has been in the news … again. On January 3, nearly every major news outlet reported on the United MethodistRead More
The book is scheduled to be released in mid-February, but an excerpt was published on Monday (Jan. 13) by the French daily Le Figaro.
Retired Pope Benedict promotes priestly celibacy in new book, suggesting rift between two popes
by: Claire Giangravé VATICAN CITY, Jan. 13, 2020 (RNS) — Former Pope Benedict XVI, who once vowed to remain hidden from the world after resigning, is once more speaking out.Read More
A document outlining the plans — timed to coincide with the third anniversary of Trump's January 2017 executive order...
White House considering dramatic expansion of travel ban
by: Roxanne Stone WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2020 (AP) — The White House is considering dramatically expanding its much-litigated travel ban to additional countries amid a renewed election-year focus on immigrationRead More
Male and female students are invited.
Aurora literacy center to offer citizenship classes
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 12, 2020—Free citizenship classes will be offered February through April by the Dominican Literacy Center of Aurora. Male and female students are invited. Parking and instruction areRead More
“In memory of this courageous young hero, we fly our flags at half-staff,” said Aurora Mayor Richard C. Irvin...
Aurora flies flags at half-staff in honor of young soldier
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 12, 2020 — Flags have been lowered to half-staff in the City of Aurora in honor of PFC Miguel Villalon, 21. The US Army soldier lost hisRead More
Brown recounted the story from the Gospel of Mark which tells how Jesus cured a blind beggar based on his faith.
Acclaimed Aurora pianist eschews music for pulpit
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 5, 2020 — Huntley Brown of Aurora, an internationally acclaimed Christian pianist, focused on preaching Sunday. Brown, a Jamaica native, played one number before serving asRead More
Proceeds will benefit Realtors United 2020, a project by Kane and Kendall County realtors to build a duplex home...
Yorkville realtor to sponsor Habitat for Humanity fundraiser
YORKVILLE, Ill., Jan. 3, 2020 — Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group in Yorkville will hold a fundraiser for Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 5 to 8Read More
