Grace Whitmore

The Montana Supreme Court recently made headlines by overturning three significant abortion regulations, igniting a heated response from Republican Governor Greg Gianforte. The ruling, which was delivered with a 6-1 majority, declared laws that restricted abortions after 20 weeks, mandated ultrasounds prior to the procedure, and required in-person consultations for abortion pills as unconstitutional. This … Read more

In a spirited discussion at the 2025 Life & Liberty Forum in Dallas, Texas, the contentious issue of abortion took center stage, igniting passionate debate among panelists. The event, hosted by The Danbury Institute during the Southern Baptist Convention’s Annual Meeting, featured Oklahoma state Sen. Dusty Deevers, Dr. Richard Land, and David Closson from the … Read more

Iowa’s New Law Empowers Students with Religious Instruction During School Hours In a significant move for parental rights and religious education, Iowa has enacted a new law allowing students to participate in religious instruction during school hours. This legislation, signed by Republican Governor Kim Reynolds, is viewed by many as a win for families seeking … Read more

A recent study has sparked significant discussion about the use of puberty blockers in youth experiencing gender dysphoria. Led by Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy, a prominent advocate for gender-affirming care, the research indicates that these medications do not lead to a statistically significant improvement in depression rates among transgender-identified minors. The advocacy group Genspect, which promotes … Read more

DALLAS, Texas — In a thought-provoking discussion at the "Southern Baptists in the Public Square" event, U.S. Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) posed a challenging question: will Southern Baptists align with the "Fox News anger culture" or embrace the guidance of the Holy Spirit? Hosted by the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) of the Southern … Read more

Christian Humanitarian Groups Respond to New Travel Ban: A Call for Compassion and Justice In a recent development that has stirred significant concern within the Christian community, several humanitarian organizations have voiced strong opposition to President Donald Trump’s latest travel ban affecting individuals from 19 countries. Signed last week, this controversial measure restricts entry to … Read more

Eleven Iranian Christian converts who faced deportation from the United States earlier this year have been granted a six-month humanitarian visa extension to remain in Panama. This decision comes as a glimmer of hope for the group, including 27-year-old Artemis Ghasemzadeh, who sought refuge from religious persecution in Iran. Panamanian authorities initially allowed the group … Read more

In a bold move that has stirred significant discussion within the Christian community, a coalition of progressive advocacy groups has launched a campaign to scrutinize the Trump administration’s Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias. The Interfaith Alliance and Democracy Forward have filed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to obtain records related to this task … Read more

In a week marked by significant political developments, the intersection of faith and politics has once again come to the forefront. Former President Donald Trump, now the Republican presidential nominee, made headlines during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he made a triumphant return after recovering from an attempted assassination in July. This rally, … Read more

In a poignant and urgent plea for justice, Julie Tisdale, a seminary student and member of the Church of the Apostles in Raleigh, North Carolina, is fighting for the rights of Afghan Christian refugees facing deportation. Despite the Trump administration’s claims of improved conditions in Afghanistan, Tisdale argues that the reality on the ground remains … Read more