Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Donald Trump’s administration is giving churches a green light to explicitly endorse political candidates, without fear of losing ...

Some progressive churches claim to be safe spaces but don't actively support the LGBTQ+ community. Refusing to display the pride flag or speak out on LGBTQ+ rights sends a message of conditional ...

The author reveals a Philadelphia church's story and faith's evolving role. Journalist Eliza Griswold turned a chance encounter on the streets of Philadelphia into an exploration of a progressive ...

In its heyday, Philadelphia's Circle of Hope church presented a radical vision of Christianity. Founded in 1996 as a reaction against the religious right, the church, which eventually grew to 700 ...

Two theologically progressive churches in Oak Lawn plan to merge in January, with the coming together bringing about a new name and mission statement. Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, at 9411 S.

It was 10 minutes before Sunday's service at St. Paul United Methodist Church when the amplified hell-and-brimstone squad arrived at its steps. St. Paul's is a 118-year-old church built by Confederate ...

Brandi Brown has yet to find a Black church near her Southern California home that feels right for her. So when she wants to talk about God, she relies on someone over a thousand miles (1,600 ...

Journalist Eliza Griswold says complaints about homophobia, white privilege and diversity are splintering progressive organizations — including... How culture wars divided one small progressive church ...