DeSoto church to host 'second chance' job fair

The job fair not only presents folks with opportunities but also gives them resources so that they might have a second chance.

Salman Rushdie's accused stabber enters not-guilty plea

Salman Rushdie remained hospitalized Saturday and is in jeopardy of losing one of his eyes after the stabbing attack.

Justice Department investigating Southern Baptists over clergy sex abuse

An independent investigation found disturbing details about how Southern Baptist leaders mishandled sex abuse claims and mistreated victims.

Pope Francis says he'll slow down, possibly retire after 6-day Canada trip

“I think at my age and with these limitations, I have to save (my energy) to be able to serve the church, or on the contrary, think about the possibility of stepping aside."

Florida couple reveals heavenly figure in cedar slab from tree in Crystal River

Glenn and Shelly Pollack have been re-purposing antiques, metal, and wood for the last six years, but a few months ago, they came across a large slab of cedar that revealed a heavenly silhouette in the grain. Now they hope to share it with the world.

Faith leaders converge at annual E.K. Bailey Preaching Conference

Pastors and faith leaders are in Dallas this week for a preaching conference that addresses the scriptures and society. The faith leaders attended the 26th annual event to learn how to preach in a changing society.

Arlington ministry student killed by alleged drunk driver

A young man who was studying for the ministry and on his way to church to deliver a sermon died because Arlington police say someone else was driving drunk at 10 a.m.

Women's church group rescued from Camelback Mountain after hiking to get closer to God

Phoenix Fire officials say the group consisted of women from Alabama, Tennessee, and California, and that they were filming for a documentary called “Bad Girls Gone God.”

Cross still stands after fire destroys Texas church: 'A sight to behold'

A fire tore through a Texas church, leveling the building and destroying nearly everything inside – except for a cross that was still standing among the charred debris.

Southern Baptist Convention scandal: Denomination faces pressure to release list of sex abusers

The proposed database is expected to be one of several recommendations that will be presented to thousands of delegates attending this year’s national meeting, scheduled for June 14-15 in Anaheim, California.

San Francisco archbishop bans Pelosi from receiving communion over abortion support

San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone said Friday that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is barred from receiving Holy Communion over her support for abortion rights.

City of Arlington launches program to connect officers with church congregations

Several church leaders went through a series of mock police training exercises to get a feel for what officers experience every day. The scenarios were fake, but participants say the emotions they felt were very real.

How some Easter traditions were inspired by ancient spring rituals

Easter is a time when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the holiday were adopted from religions outside of Christianity.