And other notable ministry happenings from this week.
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Jackie Shroyer gets time in Angolan prison for masterminding late husband’s death
A court in Angola has convicted missionary Jackie Shroyer of masterminding her husband’s murder.
On today’s program, the judicial commission of the Anglican Church in North America has handed down its long-awaited verdict in the months-long trial of Bishop Stewart Ruch. And that verdict is, “Not Guilty.” We’ll have ...
Little change for the year could reflect concern about economy
The MinistryWatch Index was flat for the month of November, and has essentially been flat for the year, having risen less than 1% since January.
Charges stem from Paul Mitchell’s admitted theft from church and daycare accounts.
Paul Mitchell, who led Changing Lives Christian Center in Brooklyn, pleaded guilty to charges of tax evasion, according to a press release by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The City of Brunswick did not admit any wrongdoing, but its officials will take training about religious freedom.
The United States Department of Justice has reached a settlement agreement with the City of Brunswick, Georgia, over the city’s actions to close The Well ministry to homeless persons.
Most churchgoers give extra to their churches, other nonprofits during holiday season
Churchgoing adults in the U.S. are likely to make financial and item donations during the Christmas season, according to a Lifeway Research study.
The Outrage Economy, Elevation Church, Jane Austen
Punchy, opinionated, and slightly off brand. If that is not for you, no hard feelings. But if it is…read on.
Rick Power resigns from Nazarene Church, Claw back lawsuit involves nonprofits, Urbana conference reconvenes, and more.
ONE YEAR AGO: On December 19, 2024, MinistryWatch reported that Nazarene pastor Dr. Rick Power quit the theologically conservative denomination when facing potential discipline for a leaked pro-LGBTQ paper. Read more here. TWO YEARS AGO: On December ...
On Tuesday, Ruch was found not guilty on all counts after tumultuous months-long church trial
Bishop Stewart Ruch, an Anglican bishop accused of mishandling abuse allegations and failing to safeguard parishioners in his care, was found not guilty on all counts after a tumultuous trial that spanned more than four ...
