Defense subpoenas sought church records and witness communications as prior-knowledge questions surfaced at trial.
Plus, Steve Viars removed from leadership, Mike Bickle accused of “serious allegations,” Sewanee petition against Eric Metaxas, and more.
Prosecutors say Cristian Popescu targeted parishioners' retirement and children's college savings accounts.
UNC System requests investigation of Christian college near Black Mountain.
Helping families move from emergency meals toward reliable food, income, and education.
The recent vote to change the group’s name was a mistake, but it can be undone.
The Wichtermans see wealth, time, and work as tools for Kingdom impact, not personal security.
Plus, other notable ministry happenings from this week.
Third new SBC seminary leader this year signals generational transition underway.
Strong rankings and fundraising gains come alongside a D grade for financial transparency.
Several ministries have high Donor Confidence Scores from MinistryWatch.
Founder: ‘Church not complete without same-sex attracted people’
Brian Mitchell scammed over 100 investors before promising a local church huge returns.
Plus, poll misunderstandings, Grand Canyon University Law School, remembering Sgt. York.
Lawsuit alleged church knew of leader’s history of violence and failed to protect a single mother who worked at the church.
New data shows pastors' compensation grew slower than cost-of-living increases since 2024.
Plus, Liberty’s Clery Act fines, Elevation Worship ticket prices, and more.
Partnerships include performance-based compensation and other financial arrangements.
Readers respond to MinistryWatch’s coverage of Jim Bakker’s death
Equipping churches to listen, build supportive communities, and respond more wisely to people facing mental health challenges.
Staff departures and strategic reversal raise doubts about Christianity Today's future direction
Bipartisan bill gives pastors a second chance to rejoin Social Security.
The Bakkers left a debt that evangelicalism is still paying
