Experiencing The Word

From Apathy to Action: D.C. Leaders are adamant to Bring Youth Back to the Church
Local advocates, clergy demand a shift in generational values, leadership, societal stigmas in a New Era of Faith By Jada

Black Churches Lead in Safety Awareness as Armed Security Becomes a New Normal
In response to rising violence, African American pastors are leading efforts to secure churches with coordinated plans, uniformed officers, and

Gen Z Women are booking convents instead of beach houses this summer
By Vice.com Move over, shared beach houses and Aperol spritzes. This summer, a growing number of Gen Z women are

Parishioners battle diocese over closure of historic Brooklyn church
‘I’m like, not again!’ said one parishioner of the historic St. Teresa of Avila Church, who moved there after her

New Book on Maggy Barankitse is a portrait of a humanitarian rising from the ashes
Barankitse lived through two genocides and has dedicated her life to helping orphaned children and Burundian refugees. By Yonat Shimron

From ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ to Mercy Ships: Actress Sierra McClain answers God’s call to faith-driven service
By Leah MarieAnn Klett, assistant editor, The Christian Post Sierra McClain is used to playing characters with conviction. Whether as Nessa

Pope marks July 4 by praying in Lampedusa for migrants who died seeking freedom and prosperity
By Nicole Winfield and Andrea Rosa LAMPEDUSA, Sicily (AP) — Pope Leo XIV, who has sparred with the Trump administration over its

Great American State Fair spends a day focused on faith on National Mall
‘The pillars of this great republic are not made of marble; they are made of scripture,’ said the Rev. Samuel

Supreme Court stops execution of inmate who became a ministry leader on death row
At the heart of Alabama’s latest death penalty controversy is Jeffery Lee, who became a Christian mentor to other incarcerated

Five faith facts about the 2026 NBA Finals
Sport competitions often prompt the most pious fans to see divine favor and religious meaning in the performance of their

Meet the pastors who support the ICE raids
Pastors and other faith leaders have led protests against ICE in places such as Minneapolis. But this group of evangelical

The Hidden Disease Destroying Christian Families From Within
By Faith and Freedom blog Faith Facts American families face a silent threat that’s tearing apart homes and severing relationships
Bible Verse
OCTOBER 2026
I acknowledged my sin to You, And my iniquity I have not hidden. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,” And You forgave the iniquity of my sin. Selah For this cause everyone who is godly shall pray to You In a time when You may be found; Surely in a flood of great waters They shall not come near him. You are my hiding place; You shall preserve me from trouble; You shall surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye.
PSALM 32: 5-8
Pray
OCTOBER 2026
- for missionaries, USAID and all others who devote their lives sharing the Good News gospel, feeding the hungry, and attending to health care needs around the world.
- for children, the homeless, migrants and other vulnerable people who need God's protection, strength, and encouragement.
- for leaders and authorities who need wisdom,. discernment, and integrity as they make decisions that affect our communities and nation.
- for Christians who stand in the gap in our nation. Give them your grace to overcome the hatred, immorality and nihilism that seem to grip our land.