Churches are changing, less interest in denominations, says Joel Osteen

"It seems like the churches that are changing with the times ... and making the Scripture relevant, that's what's really important. People are not as interested, at least in what I see, in the..

Historic meeting between Pope and Coptic Orthodox leader

Pope Francis and the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church of Egypt, Pope Tawadros II, held a historic meeting at the Vatican on Friday. The visit took place to strengthen the bonds of friendship..

Church of England reports 'growing stability' in attendance

New figures from the Church of England released today reveal the increasing popularity of Christmas services and a "growing stability" in weekly service attendance. The annual statistics for 2011..

Pope Francis: Hypocrisy is undermining Catholic Church's credibility

Peter and the Apostles proclaimed the Gospel of Jesus courageously and fearlessly, but "are we capable of bringing the word of God into the environment in which we live?" asked the pope, who..

Rick Warren thanks all for prayers in 'most painful' time of public ministry

A private memorial service was held last week for Matthew Warren, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Friday, April 5. He had struggled with mental illness since birth, said Warren, who..

Bishop TD Jakes: Sick and tired of church focus on preachers' popularity

"I am so sick of this Hollywood spirit that has overtaken the church," Jakes said, according to The Atlanta Daily World. The preacher leads one of the largest megachurches in America, attracting..