Best Atlantic Public Media Podcasts (2024)

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Vermont pastor denied foster care over religious beliefs, Minister shares gospel as battlefield actor, 5 steps for creating a crisis communication plan for your church 3:01

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Brian Wuotis, a high school teacher and pastor, and his wife in Willmington, VT, had their foster care license revoked due to their Christian beliefs on gender, prompting a federal lawsuit filed through Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). The case challenges Vermont’s policy on foster parents supporting children's gender identities and sexual orienta…

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Celebrate Independence, Religious Persecution in Cuba, Space Force Hymn 3:01

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Today marks America's 247th Independence Day. This celebration highlights the freedom to worship and practice faith openly in the U.S. Meanwhile, the Alliance of Christians in Cuba (ACC) has condemned ongoing human rights and religious freedom violations, demanding the release of religious prisoners like Pastor Lorenzo Rosales Fajardo and the free …

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Ku Klux Klan Act cited in U.S. hearing on antisemitism, Idaho church using outdoors to share the gospel, How to pray Scripture 2:59

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In recent news, Mark Rienzi, president of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, testified before Congress on utilizing existing federal laws, including the Ku Klux Klan Act, to combat antisemitism at universities. Additionally, South Fork Outdoorsmen Church in Rigby, Idaho, has rejuvenated its congregation through community outreach and simple ser…

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How broadcaster SPORT1 uses AI and automation to maximise social media impact: in conversation with Echobox 44:02

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This summer sees a packed sports calendar with the Euros in Germany and the Olympics and Paralympics in France. Adding these global events to the regular sports schedule amps up the demands on social media teams and it’s hard to imagine how they would cope without the help of automation. For this special Conversations episode, we’re joined by Symra…

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Oklahoma mandates Bible instruction in public schools; a special VBS; time management for pastors 3:01

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Oklahoma’s top education official, Ryan Walters, has mandated that public schools incorporate the Bible into lessons for grades 5-12, sparking controversy and raising constitutional concerns. Meanwhile, First Church in Berlin, Maryland, held a special Vacation Bible School for children with disabilities, offering sensory-friendly activities in part…

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Los Angeles considering buffer zone for protests near houses of worship; State Department issues report on religious persecution; How bitterness ruins ministry 3:01

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass on Wednesday, June 26, said she is exploring the idea of buffer zones around houses of worship in response to a pro-Palestinian protest at a synagogue on Sunday but said that placing regulations on masks at public demonstrations — at this point — would likely not hold up in court. There were pro-Palestinian protesters who had …

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Supreme Court 'punts' abortion case back to Idaho; Following up with VBS guests; True marks of Christian spirituality 3:00

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In a 5-4 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) sent the case of Idaho and Moyle v. U.S. back to the Ninth Circuit Court in a ruling released today. The case involves a conflict between state law and the Biden Administration’s Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). “At the heart of the case is the wild assertion by the Biden Administrat…

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WIC program is helping more Martha's Vineyard families thanks to grant 4:57

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Have you ever been in a grocery store and seen items marked “WIC approved”? It stands for “women infants and children.” It’s a federally funded state run supplemental nutrition assistance program.By Viki Merrick, Jake Applegate

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Warning labels on social media; Discipleship turns a Texas church around; The value of motherhood 3:00

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U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called for warning labels to be placed on social media, saying in a post to X it is “an important contributor” to a youth mental health crisis. “Congress’ top priority should be making these platforms safer by passing legislation to protect kids’ health, safety and privacy,” he said. Among those cheering the surgeo…

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Supreme Court to hear TN transgender case; Believers concerns perceptions among Americans are declining; Reasons to raise up future leaders 3:01

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The Supreme Court announced Monday they will hear arguments in a Tennessee case that puts limitations on gender transition treatment for minors. Ethics leader Brent Leatherwood told Baptist Press, “This Tennessee law, created to protect vulnerable children, is now being challenged by the Biden administration in their latest effort to push forward r…

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A 'new beginning' for the pro-life initiative; TN church finds hope in sorrow; Taking hold of your calendar 3:00

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Monday marked the second anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that overturned the Roe vs. Wade decision… moving the abortion debate primarily to state legislators. Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission president Brent Leatherwood says the marker doesn’t indicate an end of an era but instead, a new beginning. “We rejoice knowing the ruling pu…

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Anniversary of pro-life SCOTUS decision; Storm churns off Atlantic; Churches engage with pregnancy resource centers 3:00

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Today marks the second anniversary of the Supreme Court case that overturned Roe vs. Wade. The decision paves the way for the abortion debate to move from Washington to state capitols across the US. The last two years have been filled with ballot initiatives, executive orders and legislations across the US that has varied greatly. The decision has …

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Scripture reading helps Gen Z; 'The Forge' coming to theaters this summer; Confession leads to spiritual growth 3:01

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Scripture engagement improves hope and lowers stress in Generation Z, a group that otherwise fares worse than any other generation, the American Bible Society said in its latest release from the 2024 State of the Bible. Gen Zers largely saw their life’s plans interrupted by the COVID pandemic and are stressed and less hopeful amid an uncertain job …

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Tuning into plant flowers to manage fruit and vegetable productivity 5:11

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Over the past few years, I’ve started noticing how much I can control certain plants’ productivity by managing their flowers and seeds.By Elspeth Hay

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Wildfires in New Mexico; Abuse prevention and response curiculum available to churches; Prayer and fasting plays a role in revival 3:00

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As wildfires are sweeping across portions of New Mexico, first responders are working to get control of the fires and care for residents in affected regions. Disaster relief workers are keeping a close watch on the fires and are preparing to help those affected as they recover. -- Church leaders across have worked together to develop a new curricul…

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Sharing hope with refugees; Battling life bills in US Senate; The aim of Godly fathers 3:00

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Refugees are those driven from their homeland because of war, or threat of violence or persecution. At a Send Relief meeting in Indianapolis last week, Bryant Wright, president of Send Relief, told of time in 2014 when he and his wife sat in the tent home of a Syrian refugee family on the border of Lebanon and Syria. The father, blinded by the rava…

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Chaplains encouraged in Indianapolis; Focusing on family in upcoming election; Followers should be humble, teachable says Jacki C. King 3:00

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Chaplains from the US military and civilian chaplains where honored last week in Indianpolis. During a luncheon, Chaplain Major General Doug Carver (U.S. Army retired) told the group, ““You are sent outside of your church to some tough places where the church can’t go,” Carver said, emphasizing the unique and vital role chaplains play in prisons, h…

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Deaf Missions film first Jesus film in ASL; Gen X looking for answers to shallow life; Growth important in the life of a believer 3:01

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Communicating with the Deaf community in its heart language is a key concept of Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film portraying the story of Jesus entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), billed by Deaf Missions as the first-ever ASL adaptation for the silver screen. The film removes all barriers Deaf people face when viewing spoken-language films with sub…

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Americans celebrating Flag Day, remember freedoms; Honoring your father and mother 3:00

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Today is Flag Day, though not celebrated as a national holiday, it’s been a recongnized day since 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14, according to the Library of Congress. To date, there have been twenty-seven official versions of the flag, but the arrangement of the st…

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The magic of weeds 4:32

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A New Jersey forager visits Falmouth to give a talk on the magic of weeds.By Elspeth Hay

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Considering a biblical view of infertility and reproduction; Helping young adults wrestle with key questions 3:00

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The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission is asking believers to think about their opinion on in vitro fertilization to make sure it aligns with their theological convictions. They write, “While many claim that IVF is simply a treatment for infertility, there are a range of ethical considerations with the process. Many individuals feel and even h…

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Gospel workers sent to share hope; Taking the Good News to South Bend; What if you lingered in prayer for 15 minutes? 3:00

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The two-day meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention wraps up today in Indianapolis. Messengers to the meeting make financial and governing decisions for the world’s largest group of Protestant believers. Central to the work of the meeting is the commissioning of new missionaries to take the Gospel to the nations. This year, the IMB put forward m…

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SBC Annual Meeting kicks off in Indy; Taking hope to Central Asia; Praying for those who don't know Jesus 3:00

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The Southern Baptist Convention begins its 2024 Annual Meeting today in Indianapolis. More than 10,000 messengers are gathering to hear reports related to missions, church planting, and the work of the convention. Messengers are considering recommendations on sexual abuse response and reform as well as ways to improve cooperation among the conventi…

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Oklahoma church caring for refugess; Reaching Germany through sports ministry; Promoting unity on your team 3:01

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When Eric Costanzo became pastor at South Tulsa Baptist Church in 2016, his congregation began supporting local refugees. They discovered a nearby Syrian family, which led to connections with numerous international families. The church's involvement expanded, helping English Language Learners and starting an International and Refugee Ministry, now …

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Life-related ballot initiatives considered in 13 states; Tornado disrupts Texas prayer meeting; How prayer and evangelism go together 3:00

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Following the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization in 2022 to overturn Roe v. Wade, the issue of abortion rights has taken center stage in state-level politics. This has resulted in numerous state ballot initiatives being decided by voters this fall, many of which relate to abortion and either seek to protect or harm preborn chi…

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Exciting new vegetables for your summer garden 5:09

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It’s that time of year where many of us are getting summer seedlings in the ground. And I don’t know about you, but my excitement is usually bigger than my garden — I can’t fit everything I want to plant.By Elspeth Hay

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Ballot initiatives seek to clarify state level abortions; The rise of the nones may be slowing; What if prayed for 15 minutes more? 3:00

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There are thirteen states potentially considering abortion-related ballot initiatives this election year. At least 11 of them have been labeled anti-life by the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. In Florida, the ballot initiative amends the Florida constitution by barring the government from “prohibiting, penalizing, delaying, or restricting …

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Media Briefs: How live blogging adds an audience-first dimension to election coverage 21:02

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Time magazine has called 2024 the ultimate election year, with people going to the polls from India to the UK and America. Rolling election coverage gives publishers the opportunity to keep audiences updated, but also include their opinions in reporting. This is the latest in our Media Briefs series of short, sharp sponsored episodes – just 10 to 1…

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Pastoral support for same-sex marriage remains low; Elon Musk's X platform approves XXX content; Young adults need doctrinal sound study resources 3:01

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Almost a decade after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across the country, most pastors remain opposed, and the supporting percentage isn’t growing. One in 5 U.S. Protestant pastors (21 percent) say they see nothing wrong with two people of the same gender getting married, according to a Lifeway Research study. Three in 4 (75 percent) …

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The rise of the 'nones' slowing; Lifeway Worship to continue; Are you asking God for enough? 3:01

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The decades-long increase in the number of religiously unaffiliated Americans in surveys – sometimes called the rise of the “nones” – may be slacking off, according to a recent analysis, but the reasons for that remain unclear. “The rise of the nones may be largely over now. At least it won’t be increasing in the same way it did in the prior 30 yea…

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Jesus film released is ASL; Resources for churches serving special needs families; Jesus is sufficient for all 3:00

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Communicating with the Deaf community in its heart language is a key concept of Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film portraying the story of Jesus entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), billed by Deaf Missions as the first-ever ASL adaptation for the silver screen. The film removes all barriers Deaf people face when viewing spoken-language films with sub…

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Congress begins appropriations process; Finding right insurance plan could save big money; Three signs of church decline 3:00

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The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has released a letter urging Congress to consider three pro-life policy priorities during funding negotiations for the 2025 fiscal year. With Congress beginning the negotiations process for the 2025 appropriations bills (the 12 bills which annually fund the government), the ERLC authored the letter t…

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Health insurance rise pinching most people; Good News opportunities available this summer; Why is the local church valuable to believers 3:00

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Many of us are feeling the pinch of increasing health insurance costs. Your pastor is probably among that group. Over the past 10 years, the average family health insurance premium has increased 47 percent while inflation has been just 30 percent, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, an organization that compiles health care information. Yet …

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Storm recovery across midwest and south; Supreme Court to rule on gun rights of one accused of sexual abuse; Pray from faith rather then feeling 3:00

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Relief crews are at work across the U-S as disaster relief continues following deadly weekend storm. Arkansas, Texas, Kentucky and other states are dealing with the aftermath of strong storms that killed almost two dozen people and affected thousands of families. Send Relief is working to provide help to those who need it most. -- The Supreme Court…

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Biden administration Idaho pro-life legislation; Indiana church planter needing prayer; Flipping the script since Roe vs. Was was overturned 3:01

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The State of Idaho v. United States of America case involves a dispute on the relationship between the State of Idaho’s pro-life Defense of Life Act and the federal government’s law, the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). In 1986, Congress passed the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), which ensured that hospitals c…

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Preview: The Publisher Podcast & Newsletter Summit 2024 22:27

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While the podcast is on a break we've been hard at work assembling the industry's best and brightest publishers to share the strategies and learnings behind their successful podcasts and newsletters, from top newsbrands launching paid podcasts to indie newsletters nailing their commercial strategies. The Publisher Podcast and Newsletter Summit - he…

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Louisiana legislators pass abortion pill legislation; Missionary couple killed in Haiti, police say; Memorial Day story of sacrifice 3:01

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A bill to make abortion pills controlled substances received final approval of Louisiana legislators May 23, positioning the state to be the first to add such limitations to the medications. The bill becomes law upon Republican Gov. Jeff Landry’s signature, which is expected, further regulating mifepristone and misoprostol as Schedule IV controlled…

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Storm relief in Iowa, VBS in India despite cultural chaos, Strengthening discipleship in your church 3:01

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Missouri Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are working alongside peers in Iowa to help residents recovering from an EF-3 tornado that destroyed sections of this city May 21. It was among a tornado outbreak that ultimately killed at least five people and injured at least 35. The size estimate of the Greenfield tornado could increase as National Wea…

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Kale Rabe: A local spring delicacy 4:40

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Most cooks have heard of broccoli rabe. But what about other rabe varieties? This week on The Local Food Report, Elspeth Hay talks with growers at the Orleans Farmers' Market about this spring delicacy from the Brassica family.By Elspeth Hay

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Louisiana looks to label abortion meds as controlled substances; Maryland church reaches out to hundreds of pregnant women; The Bible is a special book 3:00

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The Louisiana House passed a bill May 21 designating abortion pills as controlled substances, classifying their use as racketeering and creating the crime of coerced criminal abortion. Designating mifepristone and misoprostol as Schedule IV controlled substances is on par with various sedatives, pain pills and depression and anxiety drugs with a lo…

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Trail Life growing in US; Survey on church and travel sports; New Nile River discovery sheds light on pyramids, Israeli enslavement 3:00

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Trail Life USA was founded in 2013. Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life, and others formed the organization to offer a Christ-centered alternative to BSA. Since 2019, Boy Scouts of America has experienced a significant decline in membership, losing over half of its members, influenced by policy changes, a sex abuse scandal, and COVID-19. In contrast, T…

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Episode 184 Jackie The Joke Man Martling Joke 0:41

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Enjoy a funny joke from legendary joke teller Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling, the former head writer for “The Howard Stern Show” that he provided for the Small Bites Radio audience. For more information on how to get a Cameo from him, tour dates, or how to buy his jokes go to https://www.jokeland.com/…

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Episode 184 2:57:02

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Small Bites Radio has been named Top Hospitality Shows on the Planet from 2020 – 2024, #Bluejeanfood.com named Top Philadelphia Best Philadelphia Lifestyle Blogs and Websites from 2021-2024, Best Philly Food Blogs and Websites 2023-24, Top 25 Philly Food RSS Feeds in 2024, nominated by Metro Philly Newspaper 2022-24 Best of Philadelphia Arts & Ente…

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More than 6,000 people baptized in California this weekend; God works among tragedy in Texas church; Collegiate ministry event inspires leaders 3:00

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A cross-denominational belief in believers’ baptism allowed Southern Baptist pastor Mark Brown and Pentecostal pastor Mark Francey to collaborate in sponsoring Baptize California, a statewide event that baptized more than 6,000 believers May 18-19. The Pentecost Sunday weekend event chiefly sponsored by Francey’s multisite Oceans Church in Orange C…

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Mexican believers facing persecution; Prison ministry draws interest more than workers; God can help us to forgive others 3:00

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More than 150 Mexican believers in Hidalgo, Mexico that have been forced from their homes because of their faith are protesting a local government plan to let them return home if they pay their persecutors $9,026, CSW (formerly Christian Solidarity Worldwide) said May 16. Under the plan offered by the city, the members of Great Commission Baptist C…

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Billy Graham statue unveiled in U.S. Capitol; IMB trustees approve 83 missionaries; Laziness does not lead to godliness 3:01

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Salvation in Christ Jesus was offered in National Statuary Hall May 16 at the unveiling of a statue of the iconic late global evangelist Billy Graham, which has John 3:16 and John 14:6 carved in its base. International Mission Board trustees approved 83 fully funded missionaries for appointment during their May 15-16 meeting. While gathered near Ri…

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Flood relief in Texas; Ministry at Delaware NASCAR track making strides; Young adults, parents needing a guiding presence 3:00

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Homes were under water, but the hands of Texans on Mission volunteers kept hope afloat in Rising Star, a small town north of Brownwood. Resident David Grissom experienced the heaviness of the effects of a May 3 flood as water began to fill his home. Grissom said he was in shock at the amount of water surrounding the house. Delaware Raceway Ministry…

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States sue EEOC over religious liberty violations; Disaster Relief workers serve in Florida, Missouri; The need for mentoring in the church 3:00

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A coalition of 18 states filed suit May 13 against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for including gender identity in Title VII protections against sex discrimination. Florida Baptist Disaster Relief teams aid tornado victims In Tallahassee; Storms keep Missouri Disaster Relief active; Okla. tornado relief continues, prayer support needed…

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Messianic Jews express outrage over antisemitism; Billy Graham statued unveiled in Captiol rotunda Thursday; The effects of God’s Word 3:00

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Messianic Jews expressed outrage over rising antisemitism in the U.S. at a recent conference for Jewish evangelism, energizing their Gospel mission and affirming the value of all human life amid the Israel-Hamas War. A statue of the late Billy Graham set to stand inside the U.S. Capitol to represent North Carolina will be unveiled this week in a ce…

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ERLC pushes back on Biden policy; Caring for kids in Haiti; Phil Newton on living out the Gospel 3:00

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Over the past month, the Biden administration has finalized numerous problematic rules that undermine religious liberty, widen access to abortion, and harm children and families. Some rules, such as the rule implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, directly conflict with direction from Congress. As the security crisis in Haiti continues, the…

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