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Pope’s easter message: Resist cynicism, pursuit of ‘glitter of wealth’
At an Easter vigil in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis on Saturday encouraged people to resist cynicism or pursuing the “glitter of wealth,” and to ... Read more
1 year ago by The Associated Press.
Teachers in Mississippi school forced to remove religious objects from classrooms
Officials in a northeast Mississippi school district are telling teachers to remove crosses, scripture and other religious items after a complaint. Lee County school district ... Read more
1 year ago by The Associated Press.
Christian publishing company LifeWay to close all retail stores, including six in Mississippi
LifeWay Christian Resources announced this week it plans to close all 170 of its brick and mortal retail locations by the end of 2019. The ... Read more
1 year ago by Magnolia State Live.
United Methodists reject gay marriage, clergy in emotional vote
The United Methodist Church, America’s second-largest Protestant denomination, faces a likely surge in defections and acts of defiance after delegates at a crucial conference voted ... Read more
1 year ago by The Associated Press.
A Mississippi city repossessed its auditorium after a church allegedly missed years of rent payments
The City of Natchez has retaken possession of the Natchez City Auditorium after reportedly months and months gone by without receiving rent from a church ... Read more
2 years ago by David Hamilton.
A Mississippi minister gave up on God when a church member molested and murdered his son, but found his way back
He survived an unimaginable tragedy and now shares his story with others through ministry. Read more
3 years ago by Oxford Stories.
What's it like being an atheist in Mississippi? These answers might surprise you
Several Mississippians on Reddit discussed life as atheists living in the Bible Belt. Read more
3 years ago by Alex McDaniel.
Oxford pastor wears several hats in serving his congregation and community
Justin "Fish" Robinson manages a schedule packed with service that extends far beyond Sunday worship. Read more