Steve Viars ousted, Mike Bickle accused, Liberty and Falwell battle in court, and MacDonald disqualified.
ONE YEAR AGO: On October 24, 2024, MinistryWatch reported that Steve Viars, senior pastor of Faith Church, a multi-campus church in Lafayette, Indiana, was removed from his position of leadership due to circumstances surrounding his ...
Civil case and state sanctions continue
Federal authorities declined to bring criminal charges against Olivet University, ending a federal investigation into alleged human labor-trafficking and visa-fraud connected to the Christian college in California.
Liberty University fined, Elevation Worship ticket prices, Franklin Graham’s salary makes headlines, and more.
ONE YEAR AGO: On October 21, 2024, MinistryWatch reported about the possible charitable registration requirements that a “Donate Now” button on a ministry’s website may trigger in 38 states. Read more here. TWO YEARS AGO: On ...
Akin announced retirement plans to students during chapel service
Daniel Akin, the president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, announced to students gathered for a chapel service on Tuesday (Oct. 14) that he plans to retire this summer.
Snapshot of top happenings from this past week
Each week, we highlight ministries in our database that have had rating changes, plus a brief explanation about why it matters.
Community service as an open door to the gospel
The past few weeks—the past year, really—have felt particularly heavy. Like a little light has been sucked out of the world. The passing of great leaders, and the fall of others. Persecution in Nigeria, India, ...
Caner was placed on leave in June over claims he had mishandled abuse allegations
Emir Caner will not be returning as president of Truett McConnell University after 17 years in the role.
Baucham, who had history of health issues, had recently started new role as president of start-up seminary.
Voddie Baucham Jr., a bold preacher who also was an author and seminary leader — and father of nine — has died.
Network churches tear families apart, Christian colleges report record enrollment, Chris Tomlin tours with Hillsong, and more.
Network churches tear families apart, Christian colleges report record enrollment, Chris Tomlin tours with Hillsong, and more.
Grants will go to Christian colleges to fund AI assistant, YouTube shows to boost Gen Z Bible use
(RNS) — Could artificial intelligence or short TV episodes help young adults engage more with the Bible? American Bible Society has issued first-time grants to four Christian higher education institutions to encourage innovation in getting ...