• Historic first: Chinese prayer included in Pope Francis' funeral mass

  In a groundbreaking moment at the funeral Mass of Pope Francis, a prayer was recited in Chinese, marking the first time a Chinese prayer has been officially included in a Vatican funeral ceremony.

  

• ISIS labels Pope Francis' burial a "Marketing Tool" in ongoing theological war

  In a recent statement, the Islamic State (ISIS) condemned the funeral of Pope Francis, describing it as a calculated marketing maneuver in what they call an ongoing theological war.

  

• ELCA to maintain conscience protections for opponents of same-sex marriage

  The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has decided not to remove conscience protections for members who oppose same-sex marriage.

  

• James River Church reportedly cuts ties with Assemblies of God, but no official confirmation yet

  James River Church, a prominent megachurch based in Springfield, Missouri, has reportedly ended its official affiliation with the Assemblies of God.

  

• Trial begins for man accused of killing Houston pastor in road rage shooting

  After nearly three years of waiting, the family of Pastor Ronald K. Mouton may finally see the justice they’ve long been hoping for. This week, the man accused of shooting and killing the beloved Houston church leader during a road rage incident in 2022 is facing trial.