Faith

The recent announcement that Cynthia Erivo, a queer, black woman, will portray Jesus Christ in a new production of Jesus Christ Superstar is yet another example of how Christian faith is treated as a costume.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently appointed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, has publicly credited his faith in God for overcoming his struggles with addiction. In a heartfelt account, Kennedy shared how a spiritual awakening played a pivotal role in his recovery journey. This personal experience has influenced his perspective on mental health treatment, leading him to advocate for the integration of faith-based approaches within the healthcare system.

More than 8,000 students participated in a revival service this week at the University of Kentucky.

Actress Candace Cameron Bure has expressed optimism about a cultural shift where people feel more comfortable sharing their faith without fear of being canceled. Speaking at the Movieguide Awards, Bure stated, "I feel like people are just a little less afraid of being canceled now that they can share their faith openly or whatever their opinions are [even] if they're not congruent with some other people's opinions." She described this trend as encouraging, adding, "I love seeing this in our country, and I'm hopeful. I'm very hopeful."

A Christian school employee in England has won an appeal after being fired for criticizing LGBT relationships on social media.

California Rep. Jared Huffman (D) condemned the "Christian prayer" held at the U.S. Capitol for the National Prayer Breakfast.

President Donald Trump spoke at the National Prayer Breakfast, declaring that Americans should "bring God back into our lives."

Vice President JD Vance said religious freedom will be a priority within the Trump administration.

Through several hurricanes, destroyed buildings, and lots of faith, God paved a way for a local pastor to lean into the word, "miracles."

Veterans of the U.S. military conducted a rescue operation in Haiti to recover an American family.