Experiencing The Word
Majority of US adults support religious chaplains in public schools, a new AP-NORC poll shows
By Holly Meyer and Amelia Thomson-Deveaux WASHINGTON (AP) — Few U.S. adults support allowing religious schools to become tax-funded public charter
Christian broadcasters ask listeners to tune in to the fight for AM radio
By Kathryn Post, Religion News Service (RNS) — Faith Radio president Scott Beigle’s quest for Christian radio started with 1070AM,
Charitable giving in 2024 was up, according to new Giving USA report
By RASHEEDA CHILDRESS of The Chronicle of Philanthropy Charities received $592.5 billion in donations in 2024, a 3.3% increase over 2023,
New Texas law will require Ten Commandments to be posted in every public school classroom
A similar law in Louisiana was blocked when a federal appeals court ruled Friday it was unconstitutional. By Jim Vertuno
Court blocks Louisiana law requiring schools to post Ten Commandments in classrooms
The ruling marked a major win for civil liberties groups who say the mandate violates the separation of church and
‘Lift Every Voice and Sing,’ the unofficial Black national anthem, celebrates 125 years
‘It is featured in over 40 different Christian hymnals and sung in churches all across America, not just during Black
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.