This week in Christian history: Papal interdict, Hawaii missionaries, Churches of God founder

Here are just a few things that happened this week, March 24-30, in Church history. They include the arrival of the first American Protestant missionaries to the Hawaiian islands, a Medieval Pope punishing England, and the birth of the founder of the Churches of God General Conference.

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Meet the pastor who’s on a mission to save thousands of dying American churches

As thousands of churches die annually across America, the Rev. Paul Marzahn says he's on a mission to save others from suffering the same fate.

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Mental health crisis: Depression, suicide rates among American youth skyrocketing

American youth are facing a mental health crisis of tremendous proportions, new data shows, as rates of suicide and depression have skyrocketed in the past decade.

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How are men and women persecuted differently for their faith in Christ? Expert explains

A new report from the Christian persecution watchdog Open Doors USA details differences in how men and women are persecuted for their faith in Christ.

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Trump signs executive order denying funds to universities that stifle free speech

President Trump signed an executive order Thursday stating that federal research grants will be withheld from colleges and universities that are hostile to free speech.

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World Help facilitating aid to help Zimbabwe recover in aftermath of devastating Cyclone Idai

A Virgina-based Christian aid group is facilitating relief to a Zimbabwe following a devastating cyclone earlier this week.

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A Q&A with Lance Wallnau: Christians don’t have to be the majority to shape culture

Christians have spent endless hours seeking to answer the question: how can we best transform culture?

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‘Breakthrough’ actors share how miraculous true story of a boy’s resurrection impacted their lives

Hollywood actors starring in the upcoming film "Breakthrough" said they were moved to tears and felt like they  had been given a gift when they first read the script.

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When your child is struggling with suicidal thoughts, simply 'more faith' isn't the answer

Kelly Rosati has four adopted children. Three of them have a serious mental illness. And one thing she doesn’t like to hear is that her problems would be solved if her faith was stronger.

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