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Billie Eilish Has Dethroned ‘Old Town Road’
August 20, 2019 20:56 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MBBillie Eilish has dethroned ‘Old Town Road’ with the country’s new number one song. New data suggests immigration may be pushing young evangelicals away from Trump, and following a sex scandal, Tullian Tchividjian Is starting another church.
The NYPD has fired the police officer who killed Eric Garner
August 19, 2019 19:35 - 11 minutes - 12.8 MBThe NYPD has fired the police officer who killed Eric Garner. Snopes says Christian satire site Babylon Bee is frequently mistaken for real news. And we’ve got our first look at Apple TV Plus’ original series with Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston.
Stephen Colbert Opens Up to Anderson Cooper About God Helped Him Through His Grief
August 16, 2019 21:05 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MBStephen Colbert opens up about how God helped him through his grief. The Family responds to Netflix’s docu-series about its influence in Washington D.C. And Lauren Daigle goes full worship leader at one of her concerts.
LANY has publicly canceled a show at Liberty University in protest of Jerry Falwell’s statement about guns
August 15, 2019 20:21 - 9 minutes - 10.4 MBLANY has publicly canceled a show at Liberty University in protest of Jerry Falwell’s statement about guns. The oldest Protestant Church in LA now meets in a parking lot, and they’ve got a good reason. And Disney crosses a major, and slightly scary, financial milestone.
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Forms a Social Justice Partnership With the NFL
August 14, 2019 20:35 - 9 minutes - 11 MBJay-Z’s Roc Nation forms a social justice partnership with the NFL. A New “heir apparent” to Westboro Baptist has emerged. And are you ready for Christian Girl Autumn?
Lady Gaga Will Fund Education Programs In Communities Affected by Mass Shootings
August 13, 2019 20:22 - 7 minutes - 9.03 MBLady Gaga announced plans to fund education programs in communities affected by mass shootings. A priest in Mexico is believed to have been kidnapped after trying to defend migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. And now an original member of Hillsong United is clarifying his statements about his faith.
Hillsong Songwriter Says He’s ‘Losing His Faith’
August 12, 2019 20:18 - 7 minutes - 8.52 MBHillsong Songwriter Marty Sampson Says He’s ‘Losing His Faith’. A Church Mixup in West Virginia Led to One Taking a Stand Against Racism. And Nathan Fielder Has Inked a Big, Exclusive Deal With HBO.
Levi Lusko Talks Promise Keepers With Yves Saint Laurent President Brant Cryder
August 09, 2019 17:49 - 9 minutes - 11.4 MBYves Saint Laurent President opens up to Levi Lusko about his faith. The Lutheran Church has declared itself a sanctuary denomination for immigrants. And finally which Sean Astin is your Sean Astin?
Lauren Daigle Dethrones Maroon 5 From Billboard’s Number One Spot
August 08, 2019 20:26 - 11 minutes - 13.6 MBLauren Daigle has dethroned Maroon 5 from Billboard’s number one spot. A Chaldean Christian has died after being deported to a country he’s never been. And is wiping out medical debt going the latest church trend?
Lauren Daigle Dethrones Maroon 5 From Billboard’s Number One Spot
August 08, 2019 20:26 - 11 minutes - 13.6 MBLauren Daigle has dethroned Maroon 5 from Billboard’s number one spot. A Chaldean Christian has died after being deported to a country he’s never been. And is wiping out medical debt going the latest church trend?
Cyntoia Brown, Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing Her Alleged Abuser, Has Been Released
August 07, 2019 20:10 - 7 minutes - 8.04 MBA woman who was sentenced to life in prison for killing her alleged abuser has been released. A new study says Americans like churches more than tech companies. And the Monica Lewinsky story is finally getting a television adaptation.
Cyntoia Brown, Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing Her Alleged Abuser, Has Been Released
August 07, 2019 20:10 - 7 minutes - 8.04 MBA woman who was sentenced to life in prison for killing her alleged abuser has been released. A new study says Americans like churches more than tech companies. And the Monica Lewinsky story is finally getting a television adaptation.
Toni Morrison Leaves Behind a Legacy of Spiritual Struggle and Triumph
August 06, 2019 20:23 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MBBeloved author and Nobel laureate Toni Morrison has passed away. A new study says millennials are the loneliest generation. And is there any research to link video games to violence?
Christian Leaders Are Speaking Following This Weekend’s Mass Shootings
August 05, 2019 19:38 - 9 minutes - 11 MBChristian leaders are speaking out following a weekend of deadly shootings in America. After years of searching, archaeologists in Israel believe they have found the “Church of the Apostles” in Israel. And, comedian Jim Gaffigan goes dark in his next movie, “American Dreamer.”
Law Now Requires ‘In God We Trust’ to Be Posted in Kentucky and South Dakota Schools
August 02, 2019 15:55 - 8 minutes - 10.2 MBA new law requires ‘In God We Trust’ to be posted in Kentucky and South Dakota schools. New footage of Dallas shows police officers laughing and joking as a handcuffed man died. And scientists in Japan are experimenting with developing human/animal hybrids.
Chance the Rapper Says His Wife’s Baptism Changed His Life
August 01, 2019 19:52 - 8 minutes - 9.24 MBChance the Rapper says his wife’s baptism changed his life. A televangelist is asking for one hundred million dollars to build an end times media empire. And a new “anti-hate satire” takes aim at an imaginary Hitler.
The Village Church Has Been Hit With a Million Dollar Lawsuit
July 31, 2019 20:44 - 9 minutes - 10.6 MBMatt Chandler’s Village Church has been hit with a million dollar lawsuit over a sexual assault case. All the times spirituality came up during Tuesday’s Democratic debates. And a new Netflix documentary explores the “shadowy” origins of the National Prayer Breakfast.
Jury Finds Katy Perry Ripped Off a Christian Rap Song
July 30, 2019 20:49 - 12 minutes - 14.5 MBA Jury Has Found Katy Perry Guilty of Ripping Off a Christian Rap Song. A Hot New Scam Is Helping College-Bound Kids From Wealthy Families Get Need-Based College Financial Aid. And Christian Satire Site Babylon Bee Says It’s Being Treated Unfairly by Snopes.
Joshua Harris Says He Doesn’t Consider Himself a Christian
July 29, 2019 21:06 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MB'I Kissed Dating Goodbye' author Joshua Harris says he no longer considers himself a Christian. A copyright small claims court bill has internet users worried about the legality memes. And Martin Scorsese’s next movie finally has a premiere date—and it’s right around the corner.
Breaking Down Chance the Rapper’s Big Return
July 26, 2019 19:33 - 9 minutes - 11.4 MBChance the Rapper returns with a new album and an army of guest stars for ‘The Big Day.' Willow Creek Church hosted a Reconciliation Service. And Mario Kart may actually be good for your relationship.
A Kirk Franklin Biopic Is on the Way
July 25, 2019 20:17 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBA Kirk Franklin biopic is on the way from producer DeVon Franklin (no relation.) The federal government has reinstated the death penalty and will execute five inmates in the coming months. And Katy Perry is being sued for allegedly copying Christian rapper Flame.
Rich Wilkerson Jr. Preached a Sermon at Kanye’s Latest ‘Sunday Service
July 24, 2019 20:38 - 9 minutes - 11 MBRich Wilkerson Jr. preached a very Jesus-centric message at Kanye West’s latest “Sunday Service.” An American citizen detained by ICE for nearly a month has finally been released. And, screens are changing the way we eat--and not in a good way.
Breaking Down the First Trailer for ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’
July 23, 2019 16:00 - 11 minutes - 12.6 MBThe first trailer for ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ gives us our first look at Tom Hanks as Mister Rogers. ICE detains an American-born citizen in Texas. And an update on the government worker who was supposedly fired for listening to too much Tupac.
World Relief Speaks Out Over Rumored Plan to Slash Refugee Admissions to Effectively Zero
July 22, 2019 20:23 - 8 minutes - 9.54 MBWorld Relief has issued a statement on a rumored plan to “effectively end” the U.S.’ refugee resettlement program. A new study finds millennials are both more and less generous than previous generations. And there’s a new highest-grossing movie of all time.
A New Study Finds Stricter Gun Laws Help Prevent the Deaths of Children
July 19, 2019 20:42 - 11 minutes - 13.2 MBA new study finds stricter gun laws do help prevent the deaths of children. Instagram is experimenting with getting rid of likes. And was a government employee in Iowa fired for liking Tupac too much?
The Viral Hit Face App Is Raising Concerns About Digital Privacy
July 18, 2019 15:14 - 9 minutes - 10.8 MBThe viral hit Face App is raising concerns about digital privacy. Chris Evans next movie is based on a true story about a daring religious refugee operation. And why one woman thinks a Spider-Man statue in Nebraska is a hate crime against the Church.
Planned Parenthood Has Voted Its President Out After Less Than A Year
July 17, 2019 21:11 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBPlanned Parenthood’s new president has been voted out after less than a year. Liberty University is launching its own music label. And is the 'Barbie' movie actually going to be amazing?
Samaritan’s Purse Joins Relief Efforts at the Border
July 16, 2019 20:16 - 12 minutes - 13.9 MBSamaritan’s Purse is joining relief efforts at the border. Climate change activism is picking up steam among Christians. And this year’s Emmy nominees have been announced.
Samaritan’s Purse Joins Relief Efforts at the Border
July 16, 2019 20:16 - 12 minutes - 13.9 MBSamaritan’s Purse is joining relief efforts at the border. Climate change activism is picking up steam among Christians. And this year’s Emmy nominees have been announced.
Kanye West on How the Bible Fuels His Creativity
July 15, 2019 20:50 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBKanye West credits the Bible with fueling his creativity. A church cancels millions in medical debt. And the creator of a legendary meme steps down ...for reasons that might surprise you.
Kanye West on How the Bible Fuels His Creativity
July 15, 2019 20:50 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBKanye West credits the Bible with fueling his creativity. A church cancels millions in medical debt. And the creator of a legendary meme steps down ...for reasons that might surprise you.
Baptists Are Cooking Meals for Detained Children at the Border
July 12, 2019 15:35 - 8 minutes - 9.43 MBBaptists are cooking meals for detained children at the border. Archeologists discover a Biblical city. And Bon Iver announces a new album.
Why Is A$AP Rocky Being Detained In Sweden?
July 11, 2019 20:41 - 9 minutes - 11.4 MBA$AP Rocky’s legal trouble explained. A political hopeful is under fire for the Billy Graham Rule. And Kasey Musgraves gives a shoutout to an old RELEVANT friend.
A New Beyoncé-Curated Lion King Album Is Coming
July 10, 2019 20:56 - 9 minutes - 11 MBBeyoncé has curated a new Lion King album on the way. The woman convicted of manslaughter in a teen suicide case is asking the Supreme Court to review her case. And our first look at the new Star Trek series Picard has landed.
Andy Mineo Is Back With a New Song and a New Project
July 09, 2019 20:41 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MBAndy Mineo is back with a new song and a new project. Only 25 percent of white evangelicals believe the U.S. has a responsibility to refugees. And the story of what happened after ‘The Boy Who Came Back From Heaven’ said he made it all up.
ICE to Start Fining Immigrants in Sanctuary Churches
July 08, 2019 20:57 - 10 minutes - 12.5 MBICE will start fining immigrants in sanctuary churches. Studies now say anger and unforgiveness can make you physically ill. And a well-known Christian author’s book has fallen victim to a counterfeit scheme.
Ohio’s Heartbeat Abortion Bill Hits a Major Roadblock
July 05, 2019 16:51 - 8 minutes - 9.85 MBOhio’s heartbeat abortion bill hits a major roadblock. A rise in deforestation efforts in the Amazon has environmentalists concerned. And Disney finds its new Little Mermaid.
A Hispanic Evangelical Group Is Offering to House Migrant Children
July 03, 2019 18:41 - 8 minutes - 10.2 MBReverend Samuel Rodriguez’s Group Offers to House Migrant Children In Their Churches. Last June was the warmest month on record. And we’ve got the first trailer for HBO’s new comedy about a televangelist family.
Fiona Apple Is Donating the Royalties From Her Biggest Song to Refugee Relief
July 02, 2019 20:16 - 10 minutes - 12.6 MBFiona Apple will donate royalties from her biggest song to refugee relief. A Gallup poll says American pride is at an all-time low. And the next big music biopic is someone Christians will be familiar with.
Who is Marrianne Williamson, the spiritual self-help guru running for President?
July 01, 2019 20:55 - 12 minutes - 14.2 MBA look at Marianne Williamson, the spiritual self-help guru running for President. The number of persecuted Christians accepted into the U.S. has dropped by 70 percent. And here’s how Taylor Swift is taking on the whole music industry again.
Kanye West Opens Up About the Vision Behind Sunday Services
June 28, 2019 14:48 - 12 minutes - 14.1 MBKanye West opened up about his vision for “Sunday Services.” A new study has found that America is getting a lot more angry. And, Richard Branson is one step closer to making space tourism a reality.
Justin Bieber Shared a Sermon with His 114 Million Followers
June 27, 2019 15:28 - 9 minutes - 11.2 MBJustin Bieber shared a Rich Wilkerson Jr. sermon with all 114 million of his followers. An American missionary is accused of pretending to be a doctor, leading to the deaths of Ugandan children. And start making plans now: Netflix is losing one of its very best things.
Christian Leaders Speak Out on the Immigration Crisis at the Border
June 26, 2019 16:07 - 10 minutes - 11.6 MBWhat Christian leaders are saying about the immigration crisis at the border. Americans are growing less tolerant. And an adaptation of Leonardo DiCaprio’s The Beach is headed to TV.
Meek Mill’s Quest for Justice Takes Center Stage in ‘Free Meek’
June 25, 2019 20:32 - 7 minutes - 9.09 MBThe first trailer for ‘Free Meek’ puts the justice system under the microscope. Popular author and speaker Christena Cleveland resigns from Duke Divinity School, accusing it of racism. And popular Youtuber Etika has tragically taken his life.
Julia Louise-Dreyfus Leading a Star-Studded Cast to Read the Mueller Report
June 24, 2019 20:57 - 9 minutes - 10.8 MBJulia Louise-Dreyfus, Mark Hamil and more will read the Mueller Report tonight. Religious giving in the has U.S. declined big time over the last year. And Disney’s rumored next attempt at a live-action of an animated classic remake might catch you by surprise.
Thom Yorke Is Teaming Up With Paul Thomas Anderson for a New Album
June 21, 2019 20:44 - 9 minutes - 10.4 MBRadiohead’s Thom Yorke is teaming up with filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson for a unique new project. The Supreme Court has ruled in a high-profile case involving a massive cross. And, thousands of Christians have signed a petition to have Netflix cancel “Good Omens” … which is on Amazon.
A DC Talk Reunion Tour Is Actually Happening
June 20, 2019 21:15 - 12 minutes - 14.6 MBA DC Talk reunion is finally happening. Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates delivered a passionate address to lawmakers about reparations. And a court has ruled that the content censoring platform VidAngel must pay $62 million because of copyright violations.
For King & Country Team Up with Legendary Hip-Hop Producer Timbaland
June 19, 2019 16:08 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MBChristian rock band For King and Country have teamed with Timbaland for their latest single. Plus, a police officer in Miami has been acquitted of two felonies after shooting an unarmed black man while the mental health therapist was assisting a patient. And, another celebrity made a high profile appearance wearing a Preachers N Sneakers hoodie.
Why a Parkland Student’s Admission to Harvard Was Rejected
June 18, 2019 14:34 - 8 minutes - 9.39 MBA Parkland student's acceptance to Harvard was rescinded following the revelation of racist texts. Gary Busey will play God in an upcoming musical. And "The Hunger Games" prequel you knew was coming is finally happening.
Muslims and Christians Are Working Towards Peace in Nigeria
June 17, 2019 20:54 - 8 minutes - 9.55 MBThere are small signs that Muslims and Christians might be working towards peace in Nigeria. A monastery in Belgium is launching a website to sell the world’s “best beer”. And the Avett Brothers are back with a brand new song.