A Deceptive Faith: The Misguided Belief of Prosperity

Last updated on: December 28, 2023 at 11:57 pm By William Hemsworth

In the realm of Christianity, few topics have sparked as much controversy and debate as the prosperity gospel. This movement, popularized by charismatic preachers, promises material blessings and financial abundance as evidence of one’s faith and favor with God. While it may seem appealing on the surface, a closer examination reveals the hidden dangers that lie within. One of the most significant distortions perpetuated by the prosperity gospel is its emphasis on wealth and material possessions as a measure of... Read more

Becoming More Compassionate Speaker Series

Last updated on: December 26, 2023 at 5:46 pm By William Hemsworth

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SKIPPACK, Penn., Dec. 13, 2023 /Christian Newswire/ — Anne DeSantis, MA Theology, Catholic Author/Speaker from the Greater Philadelphia area, has a new speaking series called “Becoming More Compassionate” based on her latest book: Love and Care for the Marginalized: 40 Meditations, Spiritual Outreach Reflections for Catholics. The book offers reflections, prayers, and a daily call to action in order to grow closer to Christ and to recognize the marginalized in our own lives. Those people who feel cast aside and... Read more

Catholic Institute of Technology Focused on STEM

Last updated on: December 23, 2023 at 12:52 pm By William Hemsworth

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Boston, MA, December 4, 2023— Born from a vision to fuse rapid scientific and technological advancement with the wisdom of the Catholic faith, Catholic Institute of Technology forms scientists, engineers and mathematicians who are dedicated to upholding the Catholic faith. This brand new university will welcome students for the first time in Fall 2024 to its campus in Castel Gandolfo, Italy. “CatholicTech will pioneer a new generation of Catholic scientists, scholars and saints to allow Catholic wisdom a seat at the table... Read more

Boy Barely Clinging to Life After Auto Accident Survives

Last updated on: December 20, 2023 at 6:23 pm By William Hemsworth

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PARK RIVER, ND — It was a cold Good Friday in April, and 16-year-old Ben Hylden was crunched for time. Running late for an appointment, he figured he could make good time on the seldom-travelled back road where he would often push his aging Buick Le Sabre to its limits. The combination of speed and half-frozen roadway proved to be an almost deadly combination, and Hylden would never be the same young man again. In his powerful true story, Finding Faith in the Field, Hylden recounts in... Read more

Prospective Catholic Priest Ordained a Transitional Deacon

Last updated on: December 18, 2023 at 7:38 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC – The Reverend Mr. Jacob P. George was ordained a transitional deacon on Friday, Dec. 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, in the main chapel of the Edwin Cardinal O’Brien Pastoral Center in Washington, DC, home base for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). The new deacon is on track to be ordained a priest next year. The Rev. Mr. George’s diaconal ordination was celebrated through the laying of hands and the prayer of consecration invoking the Holy Spirit by His Excellency,... Read more

The Untold Story of the Man who Brought Half the Jewish Population of New York’s Lower East Side From Europe

Last updated on: December 5, 2023 at 6:17 am By William Hemsworth

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A guest post By David Winner, author of MASTER LOVERS In my first years in New York in the nineties, I would wander through the Lower East Side, past the bodegas, the Dominican restaurants, and the palimpsests on the sides of buildings recalling the Jewish past with no clue that I had any familial connection to the landscape. Growing up celebrating Christmas in Virginia, I was barely conscious of even being Jewish. But at nearly thirty, my family history suddenly... Read more

‘Stories of the Messiah’ with Rabbi Kirt Schneider Launches on Pray.com

Last updated on: November 21, 2023 at 1:33 pm By William Hemsworth

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2023 – Pray.com, the No. 1 app for prayer and faith-based content, announces a new podcast launch, “Stories of the Messiah with Rabbi Kirt Schneider,” a two-part transformative journey presenting the story of Jesus Christ that runs throughout the whole of Scripture. “Stories of the Messiah” offers a unique blend of historical accounts and spiritual revelations, guiding listeners to rediscover beloved Bible heroes’ timeless tales of faith and their profound connection to the Messiah. Dramatically narrated by evangelist Rabbi Kirt Schneider,... Read more

Illustrated ‘Drabble’ Collection Features 100 Tiny Tales of Hope and Resilience

Last updated on: November 17, 2023 at 1:40 pm By William Hemsworth

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CAMBRIDGE, MA — In Soul to Soul: Tiny Stories of Hope and Resilience, award-winning author Faye Rapoport DesPres offers 100 stories comprised of exactly 100 words (called “drabbles”) that deliver bite-sized doses of warmth and inspiration for anyone with a minute to spare. “I wanted to write a book that provides a sense of hope during a time that has been challenging for many people,” DesPres said. “I also aimed to provide little moments of entertainment. Any reader of any age can enjoy Soul to... Read more

Ben Shapiro Makes Case for Concept of Free Will on Latest ‘Big Conversation’ Debate

Last updated on: November 16, 2023 at 2:45 pm By William Hemsworth

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LONDON, Nov. 16, 2023 – Premier Insight, the Christian media group behind the popular “Unbelievable?” podcast, continues to spark enlightening discussion among leading thinkers across the belief spectrums in science, religion and philosophy, with the latest episode of “The Big Conversation,” releasing Dec. 1 (Nov. 24 for subscribers). Currently concluding its 5th season, The Big Conversation, hosted by comedian and apologist Andy Kind, features some of the biggest minds in the Christian, atheist and religious world debating some of the biggest questions... Read more