https://www.kcisradio.com/newsmakersenNewsCopyright CRISTA Mediahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2bb26894dc17ab0631720f4f3e9b5815.jpghttps://www.kcisradio.com/newsmakersMon, 10 Aug 2026 19:30:09 +0000CRISTA MediaCRISTA Mediacomments@purposely.comFeaturing Keith Black. A news program looking at the top stories and other issues of concern to the church locally, nationally and internationally.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-10-2025--73773531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73773531Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaSamaritan's Purse reponding to Spokane-area wildfires...arraignment for man charged for allegedly burning down historic Brooklyn curch...and lightning possible cause of church fire today in Michigan.136brooklyn,christian,church,faith,fire,kcis,local,michigan,national,news,purse,rapids,religion,religious,samaritan,spokane,wildfirefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-7-2026--73638752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73638752Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:47:46 +0000CRISTA MediaDon Lemon seeking charges tied to his coverage of protest at a Minnesota church be dismissed... U-S seeking custody of Filipino church leader...and French authorities ordering 6-month closure of Paris-area mosque.174chanteloup,christian,church,cnn,facebook,faith,filipino,france,instagram,kcis,lemon,meta,minnesota,news,paris,paul,phillipines,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-6-2026--73586820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73586820Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:23:29 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother children's hospital agrees to stop "gender affirming care"...Iraq's Catholic Bishops to consider government proposal encouraging Christians to return to the country...and former V-P Mike Pence to teach at Colorado Christian University.187antisemitic,britain,christian,church,colorado,connecticut,faith,gender,global,international,iran,iraq,israel,kcis,news,pence,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-5-2026--73511075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73511075Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAmnesty International apologies for "anti-rights" report...funeral held for 30 Chrsitians killed in Nigeria...and Iraq's highest court allows Christian woman to change her official religious designation.196amnesty,catholic,christian,church,evangelical,faith,freedom,international,iraq,kcis,news,nigeria,religion,religious,report,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-4-2026--73453829]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73453829Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:30:18 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother lawsuit filed against Texas Ten Commandments law...famlies suing North Carolina school board over its transgender bathroom policy...and the Israeli Prime Minister's latest remarks on 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law...and displaced Ukrainians have planted dozens of churches across Europe since Russia's invasion.248antisemitism,arizona,baptst,california,christian,church,europe,faith,gaza,hamas,israel,kcis,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-30-2026--73263688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73263688Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWNBA reponds to incident involving fans supporting ban on trans athletes in women's sports...former Spokane Mayor sues city over council passed resolution denouncing her appearance at a prayer event...and 2025 reportedly the deadliest year for...179antisemitism,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,jewish,kcis,mayor,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,spokane,storm,update,u.s.,wnbafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-29-2026--73242732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73242732Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to WNBA player comments on transgender athletes...Vietnam accused of politicizing and demonizing religious minorities...and Catholic church launching conference in Asia on dialogue with Confucians.181catholic,christian,church,confucianism,cunningham,faith,fever,gender,indiana,kcis,news,religion,religious,seattle,sophie,storm,update,vatican,vietnam,wnbafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-28-2026--73220032]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73220032Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal judge dismisses claims against Religious LIberty Commission...and U.S. Department of Education launches parental rights investigations of Washington State and Colorado school districts.]]>168christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-27-2026-update--73203355https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73203355Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Seattle shooting211bradley,center,christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,seattle,shooting,sounders,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-27-2026--73197973https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73197973Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSeattle shooting update...and reaction to the shooting by Seattle-area pastor and sports chaplain Jesse Bradley.220bradley,christian,church,faith,kcis,news,police,reaction,religion,religious,seattle,shooting,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-24-2026--73160684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73160684Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:34:49 +0000CRISTA MediaPortland college agrees to sweeping policy changes over alleged antisemitism incidents...students respond to Massachusetts abortion vote...and Chinese underground church pastor reflects on release from 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attack.259chick-fil-a,christian,church,faith,freedom,gender,israel,kcis,mamdani,netanyahu,news,religion,religious,switzerland,tennis,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-21-2026--73091879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73091879Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on death of ex-U.K. politician...more reaction to Mamdani wanting to arrest Israeli Prime Minister...and French lawmakers vote on social media ban for children.160carolina,christian,church,faith,france,french,israel,kcis,lawsuit,mamdani,media,netanyahu,news,religion,religious,tatoo,uk,update,widdecombe,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-20-2026--73073708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73073708Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump defends Netanyahu over comments by New York mayor...murder charges field in death of outspoken former British politician...and South Dakota’s government ordered to stop enforcing a law banning abortion pill advertising.175abortion,british,christian,church,dakota,faith,kcis,mamdani,netanyahu,news,parliament,religion,religious,saskatchewan,trump,update,widdecombe,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-17-2026--73031579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73031579Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaControversy over Kairos Two...Pakistan Supreme Court decision in case involving 2014 killing of a Christian couple...and another deadly week for Christians in Nigeria.213blasphemy,christian,church,concern,england,faith,freedom,hartford,icc,israel,kairos,kcis,news,nigeria,pakistan,persecution,religion,religious,synod,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-16-2026--73018963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73018963Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:22:05 +0000CRISTA MediaAmnesty International UK expresses regret over report labeling a number of Christian organizations as anti-rights groups...Tennesee pastor says home seached by dozens of IRS agents...and Children's Hospital Colorado back in court next week to defend...223christian,church,faith,kcis,news,program,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-15-2026--72997913https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72997913Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Attorney General nominee pressed on what to do with the makers of an abortion pill...France's National Assembly passes medically assisted dying bill....and another threat against a British politician.197abortion,blanche,christian,church,dying,faith,farage,france,global,iowa,kcis,news,reform,religion,religious,suicide,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-14-2026--72973640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72973640Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaBritish police say former socially conservative politician was the victim of a targeted attack. U-S Supreme Court Justices testify before Congress about increased threats...and hundreds of economists urge immediate action to address AI's potential...200abortion,ai,british,catholic,chicago,christian,church,conservative,court,faith,kcis,news,pastor,religion,religious,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-13-2026--72954371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72954371Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:29:05 +0000CRISTA MediaADF files motion asking Washington State officials to respect parental rights and protect female athletes....number of abortions increases in Nebraska, but not due to state residents...and a top EU official calls for limits on children using social media.225abortion,adf,california,christian,church,faith,gender,iowa,iran,jewish,kcis,nebraska,news,religion,religious,tacoma,u.k.,update,washington,wrestlerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-1-2026--72777717https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72777717Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:29:27 +0000CRISTA MediaCatholic group directly defies Pope Leo...Archbishop of Canterbury warns of "existential challenge" for Palestinian Christians in the West Bank...and North Dakota Supreme Court hears challenge to ban on "gender-affirming healthcare" for minors.151anglican,care,caterbury,catholic,christian,church,dakota,faith,gender,kcis,latin,mass,news,palestinian,religion,religious,roman,switzerland,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-30-2026--72761595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72761595Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:33:01 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court upholds bans on transgender athletes in two states...Supreme Court will take up ban on semiautomatic rifles...and Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco announces pay out plan to clergy sex abuse victims.171athlete,california,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,gun,idaho,kcis,national,news,pope,religion,religious,supreme,trump,update,virginia,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-26-2026--72706304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72706304Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:30:05 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas vote today on Bible reading in pubic schools...California looking to allow taxpayer-funded paid leave for abortions...and Australia could update social media bans for children.236abortion,australia,bab,bible,california,children,christian,church,faith,kcis,kirk,media,news,pope,religion,religious,social,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-25-2026--72692038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72692038Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian laborer killed in Pakistan...local Catholic bishops oppose Kenyan Ebola facility for Americans ...and a San Diego Children's hospital says they'll continue "gender-affirming care" for now.197abortion,american,care,catholic,christian,church,diego,ebola,education,faith,gender,hospital,kcis,kenya,news,pakistan,religion,religious,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-24-2026--72677219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72677219Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCalifornia student gender identity law reamins on hold...Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy...and monument honoring victims of religious persecution unveiled in Nigeria.183250,american,california,camp,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,mystic,news,nigeria,poll,religion,religious,sudan,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-23-2026--72655434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72655434Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court rules on religious freedom case...despite signifcant legal delays a California church project moves foward...and MLB Commissioner comments on Pride Night controvery.236baseball,california,christian,church,donations,faith,giants,giving,kcis,news,pride,rastafari,religion,religious,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-22-2026--72637420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72637420Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJustice Department invetigating Major League Baseball for religious discrimination...Texas board of edution voting on references to Christian texts in its new curriculum...and U-S House lawmakers unveil kids online safety deal.233abortion,baseball,bible,christian,church,faith,francisco,giants,governor,jesus,kcis,missouri,news,online,pride,religion,religious,safety,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-19-2026--72603945https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72603945Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaMissouri judge blocks most of Missouri's abortion restrictions...U-S Government attempts to acquire land from New Mexico Catholic Diocese...and Church of Scientology taking control of Florida city street.198abortion,border,catholic,chicago,christian,church,concern,cross,faith,florida,islamic,kcis,mexico,missouri,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,scientology,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-18-2026--72586032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72586032Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma pastor suspends U.S. Congressional campaign...study finds religion-related social hostilities increased worldwide in 2023...and religious faith at the World Cup. 246christian,church,congress,cup,faith,kcis,news,oklahoma,pastor,pew,religion,religious,update,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-17-2026--72566976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72566976Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal judge puts on hold part of Idaho bathroom law...June is Nuclear Family month in California county...and authorities in India identify two pastors among several hostages found dead.207250,america,bathroom,california,christian,church,faith,family,fresno,gender,idaho,india,iran,kcis,news,nuclear,pastor,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-16-2026--72553675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72553675Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMajor League Baseball warning about Pride Night display...and new Barna survey on American views of Humaniity and the Supernatural.150arizona,barna,baseball,bible,christian,church,faith,francisco,humanity,kcis,league,major,news,pride,religion,religious,research,supernatural,survey,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-15-2026--72539503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72539503Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPush to classify abortion medication as water contaminant...Virginia church remembers person killed in Friday tent collapse...and Russia hitsUkraine religious site.252abortion,christian,church,faith,giants,kcis,kyiv,mifepristone,news,pride,rainbow,religion,religious,tent,update,virginia,waterfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-12-2026--72503533https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72503533Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:29:44 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Department of Justice backing former WSU Football coach over Covid mandate...Pope wraps up Spain trip...and death sentence for four attackers of Nigerian Caotholic Church.196canary,christian,church,coach,covid,doj,faith,football,kcis,migrant,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,rolovich,spain,texas,update,wsufalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-11-2026--72486207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72486207Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo speaks on Jesus and war...Texas GOP leaders continue to push the abortion issue...and a resolution in a California county for "traditional nuclear family month".198abortion,bethany,bishop,california,catholic,christian,church,faith,family,foster,kcis,michigan,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,update,vatican,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-10-2026--72463940https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72463940Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptists vote on women pastors...U.S. Catholic bishops gather tomorrw in Florida...and Cleveland Clinic to fund destransitioning care.224abortion,alabama,baptist,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,heart,jesus,kcis,mohler,news,pastor,religion,religious,sacred,seminary,southern,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-9-2026--72442461https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72442461Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSPLC grilled on Capitol Hill...Pentagon makes revision on religion list...and Southern Baprtist delegates gather in Flordia.215baptist,christian,church,faith,iran,israel,kcis,king,lebanon,news,pentagon,poverty,religion,religious,southern,tyre,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-8-2026--72423580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72423580Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo speaks before the Spanish Parliatment...and the Department of Defense offcially announces its new list of recognized faith traditions.246belief,chaplain,christian,church,defense,faith,global,hegseth,international,kcis,local,national,news,parliament,pope,religion,religious,spain,spanish,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-5-2026--72374979https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72374979Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media FDA moving forward with review of abortion pill...Illinois Catholic diocese appealing ruling over state employment law...and Southern Bapists annual convention gets underway next week.168abortion,baptist,catholic,christian,church,faith,fda,florida,freedom,illinois,kcis,life,mexico,news,pastor,pill,religion,religious,southern,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-4-2026--72350238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72350238Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaA Minnesota city attorney's office won't charge protesters who interrupted a church service...Biola University acquiring Phoenix Seminary...and Wycliffe Bible Translators celebrates a milestone.229bethel,biola,california,christian,church,demons,exorcist,faith,kcis,minnesota,news,paul,phoenix,protest,religion,religious,seminary,talbot,ufo,wycliffefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-3-2026--72329996https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72329996Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew Gallup poll shows drop for same-sex marriage support...thousands attend Franklin Graham event in Spain...and 100 Days of Prayer for Seattle is underway.233christian,church,faith,gallup,gender,graham,kcis,madrid,marriage,news,poll,prayer,religion,religious,same-sex,seattle,spain,suicide,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-2-2026--72304403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72304403Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas attorney general suing city over LGBTQ+ event....Canadian Prime Minister announces new body to fight antisemitism...and archeological findings at Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral.234antisemitism,bathroom,canada,cathedral,christian,church,dame,denton,faith,gender,jewish,kcis,news,notre,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-1-2026--72283157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72283157Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAppeals court rules on transgender troops in the military...hearing today in the Charlie Kirk murder case...and lawsuit filed over South Dakota abortion bill.179abortion,christian,church,court,dakota,faith,kcis,kirk,military,news,religion,religious,transgender,trump,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-29-2026--72233498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72233498Fri, 29 May 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaNevada Supreme Court halts abortion law...Northern Ireland pastor appeals conviction for preaching in abortion clinic buffer zone...new attacks on Christian communities in Nigeria...and Egypt grants legal status to a number of new churches.194abortion,catholic,christian,church,egypt,faith,ireland,israel,kaduna,kcis,nevada,news,nigeria,parade,religion,religious,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-28-2026--72213641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72213641Thu, 28 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew survey on State of Theology in Canada...Vatican releases Pope Leo's encyclical on A-I....and some 1-point-7 million Muslims take part in the Hajj.196ai,arabia,canada,christian,church,evangelical,faith,global,hajj,international,kcis,ligonier,muslim,news,pope,religion,religious,survey,theology,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-22-2026--72119760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72119760Fri, 22 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House hearing on adding justices to the Supreme Court...reaction to prposed Senate hearing on U-S Muslim organizations...and a Texas board suspends nursing license of Camp Mystic’s co-director.192abortion,camp,christian,church,court,diego,faith,harris,kcis,mosque,muslim,mystic,news,religion,religious,sharia,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-21-2026--72102152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72102152Thu, 21 May 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAn American missionary doctor has contracted Ebola...two men remain in jail in Illinois and Texas for secretly giving abortion pill...and a Montana man plans mental health defense for allegedly trying to attack on abortion provider.231abortion,christian,church,congo,ebola,faith,illinois,israel,ituri,kcis,montana,news,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-20-2026--72088315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72088315Wed, 20 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSan Diego mosque shooting update...Iowa governor signs abortion medication law...first openly homosexual U-S congressman dies...and historic Delaware church burns down.151abortion,california,christian,church,delaware,diego,faith,fire,frank,iowa,kcis,mosque,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-19-2026--72073107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72073107Tue, 19 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDeadly mosque shooting in San Diego...judge holding hearing in Charlie Kirk assassination case...and Colorado Supreme Court orders a Children's hospital to restore "gender-affirming care" for minors.181chicks,children,christian,church,colorado,diego,egg,faith,gender,hatch,kcis,kirk,mosque,news,religion,religious,shooting,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-18-2026--72059600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72059600Mon, 18 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPrayer gathering on the National Mall...Texas U-S Senator files legislation regarding Sharia law...and Indiana Supreme Court ruling on challenge to the state's abortion law.229abortion,ai,america,christian,church,dc,faith,indiana,kcis,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,sharia,texas,trump,update,va,verteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-15-2026--72024374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72024374Fri, 15 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court ruling on abortion drug...Trump says China's president is considering case of detained pastor...and labor union sues USDA over Easter email.198abortion,catholic,china,christian,church,court,cuba,easter,embassy,faith,jewish,jin,kcis,news,religion,religious,trump,update,xi,zionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-14-2026--72009744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72009744Thu, 14 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaColorado Senate passes college campus abortion bill...Pope Leo speaks out on AI-directed warfare...and all-day prayer festival set for the National Mall in Washington, D-C on Sunday.158250,abortion,ai,christian,church,college,colorado,faith,kcis,national,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,trump,update,warfarefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-13-2026--71994226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71994226Wed, 13 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House committee holding hearing examining political Islam and Sharia law...FDA chief resigns...and archaeologists believe they've found remains of biblical Bethsaida.185abortion,bethsaida,catholic,christian,committee,constitution,faith,fda,gospel,house,islam,kcis,news,pill,pius,religion,religious,sharia,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-12-2026--71991745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71991745Wed, 13 May 2026 15:50:21 +0000CRISTA Media151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-11-2026--71961063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71961063Mon, 11 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGOP lawmakers file brief with the U-S Supreme Court, backing Louisiana regarding mail order abortion pills...more Israeli soldiers face jail time for desecration of another Christian object..and controversy over California's voter guide and 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U-S.  206attendance,christian,church,day,faith,growth,kcis,national,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,rubio,state,update,vatican,worshipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-6-2026--71898083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898083Wed, 06 May 2026 21:30:53 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump comments again on Pope Leo...guilty plea in death of Jewish protestor...and antisemitic incidents down in 2025.191antisemitic,california,christian,church,faith,jewish,kcis,national,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,rubio,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-5-2026--71879834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71879834Tue, 05 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSecretary of State Rubio to meet with Pope Leo...Catholic branch concerned over demolishing of religious buildings in Lebanon...and pair of evangelical groups release report on effect of deportation policies on families.189catholic,christian,church,evangelical,faith,florida,kcis,lebanon,nashville,news,pope,religion,religious,rubio,spirit,tennessee,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-4-2026--71862067https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71862067Mon, 04 May 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court order on abortion pill appeal...church of Scientology trashed in New York City...and another New Mexico state trial against Meta.195abortion,alito,christian,church,court,faith,kcis,meta,new,news,pill,religion,religious,saskatchewan,scientology,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-1st-2026-updated--71823237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71823237Sat, 02 May 2026 01:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal appeals court rules on restricted access to the abortion pill mifepristone.1855th,abortion,christian,church,court,faith,federal,fifth,global,international,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,pill,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-1-2026--71819291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71819291Fri, 01 May 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaHHS taking steps to protect Americans religious freedom...Israeli police arrest man for attacking nun in Jerusalem...and Oklahoma Senate votes on abortion-pill limitation.182abortion,attack,christian,church,faith,freedom,hhs,jerusalem,kansas,kcis,kennedy,methodist,missouri,news,nun,oklahoma,quaker,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-30-2026--71789676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71789676Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe British government declares antisemitism an emergency...Camp Mystic withdrawing application for a license to operate this summer...and Trump administration continues push to reduce number of recommended vaccines for children.179antisemitism,british,camp,christian,church,faith,kcis,mystic,news,religion,religious,texas,u.k.,update,vaccine,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-29-2026--71742363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71742363Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court sides with a faith-based pregnancy center...ruling on Maryland Church abuse case...and former Spokane mayor increasing lawsuit dollar amount over city cousel resolution denouncing Let Us Worship appearance.218abortion,amendment,christian,church,court,faith,first,jersey,kcis,kentucky,maryland,news,pregnancy,religion,religious,scientology,spokane,update,worshipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-28-2026--71713240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71713240Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTen Commandments bill sent to Tennessee governor...judge orders a California Children's hospital to continue with "gender affirming care"...and Texas set to carry out execution of man convicted of killing two Christian music producers.16710,california,children's,christian,church,commandment,faith,gender,jewish,kcis,maryland,news,pennsylvania,program,religion,religious,ten,tennessee,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-27-2026--71678547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71678547Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo and Archbishop of Canterbury meet...new survey on belief in miracles and prayer in America...and Texas Supreme Court decision on child abuse investigations for "gender transtiion therapy".173american,anglican,belief,bible,canterbury,catholic,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,miracles,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-24-2026--71617472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71617472Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaBill proposed in Congress to limit protests around houses of worship...New York City Mayor allows bill to create buffer zone around houses of worship...and assisted suicide bill fails in the UK.171austin,christian,church,dying,faith,kcis,news,pride,protest,religion,religious,school,suicide,texas,uk,update,worship,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-23-2026--71594967https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71594967Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal court decision on Washington State foster child "transtion" rule...Washington Interscholastic Activities Association vote on banning transgender atheles from girls sports...and Pope Leo wraps up trip to Africa.233adf,africa,alliance,christian,church,court,faith,foster,gender,italian,italy,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,tacoma,update,washington,wiaafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-22-2026--71568741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71568741Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:45:03 +0000CRISTA MediaDOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center...appeals court rules on Ten Commandments in Texas public schools...President Trump partakes in national Bible reading...and the Pope's last full day in Africa.23210,africa,bible,christian,church,commandments,faith,kcis,news,pope,poverty,reading,religion,religious,southern,ten,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-21-2026--71531131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71531131Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:34:09 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Military ends mandatory flu vaccine requirement...Pope on final leg of Africa trip...and Southern Poverty Law Center says it's the subject of a Justice Department criminal investigation.242africa,christian,church,covid,faith,flu,hegseth,kcis,news,pope,poverty,religion,religious,southern,trump,update,vaccinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-20-2026--71498630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71498630Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court to take up case of Catholic preschools...President Trump to partcipate in national Bible reading...and candidates for next U-N chief auditioning this week.209bachelet,bible,catholic,christian,church,court,faith,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,school,trump,un,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-17-2026--71416474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71416474Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo speaks to young people at stadium Mass in Cameroon...President Trump says has nothing against the Pope...and closing arguments in case before the B-C Supreme Court today on "medical assistance in dying".283b-c,british,cameroon,catholic,christian,church,dying,faith,global,international,kcis,kirk,medical,national,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-16-2026--71376279]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71376279Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope sharply comments on world leaders...new 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pro-life activists.184abortion,arizona,augustine,christian,church,faith,global,international,iran,kcis,kirk,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,tpusa,trump,turning,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-13-2026--71296300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71296300Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump and Pope Leo criticize each other...Trump responds to AI image some say depicts him as Jesus...and the Pope visits Algeria.194algeria,bible,christian,church,faith,global,international,iran,jesus,kcis,mosque,news,pentagon,pope,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-10-2026--71238026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71238026Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCeasefire allowing worshipers back to key religious sites in Jerusalem...French President meeting with Pope....Pentagon disputes report of meeting with Vatican ambassador...and response to Easter email by U.S. Agriculture Secretary.181africa,agriculture,catholic,christian,church,easter,faith,french,jerusalem,kcis,macron,news,pentagon,pope,religion,religious,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-9-2026--71216197https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71216197Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:14:27 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump expressing optimism for Iran peace deal...Louisiana attempt to ban abortion pill put on hold...and the cost to raise a child in the U-S now above 300-thousand dollars.193abortion,abuse,brooklyn,child,christian,church,clergy,faith,georgia,iran,island,israel,jewish,kcis,louisiana,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-8-2026--71192488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71192488Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope reacts or Iran ceasefire...Florida governor signs bill targeting "Sharia Law"...and British pastor charged with manslaughter in baptism death.168baptism,british,christian,church,education,faith,florida,iran,kcis,minnesota,news,pastor,pope,protestor,reading,religion,religious,sharia,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-2-2026--71068107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71068107Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresidential spiritual advisor compares Trump and Jesus...judge rules on Arkansas Ten Commandments monument...and lawsuit filed by Texas woman arrested for having an abortion is dismissed.215abortion,advisor,arkansas,christian,church,commandments,faith,jesus,judge,kcis,news,ohio,religion,religious,spiritual,ten,texas,trump,update,whitefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-1-2026--71049166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71049166Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSecurity measures in place at many synagouges in New York City and elsewhere for Passover...judge orders Penn to turn over records about Jewish employees on campus...and Montana Supreme Court decision on abortion clinic restrictions.182abortion,book,christian,church,court,faith,fellowship,jewish,kcis,library,montana,news,passover,penn,prison,religion,religious,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-31-2026--71025257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71025257Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:30:16 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rules on "conversion therapy" for minors...NBA player out of a job for speaking out about Pride Night...and founder of Texas megachurch released after six months in jail for sex abuse.221bulls,christian,church,communion,conversion,court,faith,gateway,gender,ivey,kcis,minor,morris,news,pride,religion,religious,therapy,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-30-2026--71004313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004313Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPrivate Palm Sunday Mass prevented in Jerusalem...Pope speaks out on peace in Middle East during Palm Sunday message...and U-S Justice Department files suit against Minnesota agency's over alleged Title IX violations.227christian,church,colorado,concern,faith,gender,israel,issues,jerusalem,kcis,mnnesota,news,palm,pope,religion,religious,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-27-2026--70934538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70934538Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaSecurity at New York City synagogues ramping up for Passover...Harvard antisemitism lawsuit pushback...and anti-communist lessons potentially coming to Tennessee schools.320austria,california,carolina,christian,church,communist,faith,harvard,jewish,kcis,news,palestine,passover,religion,religious,socialst,tennessee,texas,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-26-2026--70902833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70902833Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTransgender athletes being banned from the Olympics...Idaho considering bill on transgender use of bathrooms at private businesses....and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth hosts first monthly Christian worship service at the Pentagon since the conflict...228christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-25-2026--70877735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70877735Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVerdicts in two social media trials...increase in young adults seeking abortion pills...a changes to the U-S military's Chaplain Corps.268abortion,chaplain,christian,church,faith,georgia,google,hegseth,kcis,los,meta,new,news,pill,religion,religious,social,telehealth,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-24-2026--70857004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70857004Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFTC investigating company over news site ratings...and new survey says getting pills through telehealth is most common way for women in states with abortion bans to obtain them.165abortion,arizona,christian,church,dakota,faith,guttmacher,kcis,louisiana,mississippi,news,newsguard,newsmax,oklahoma,pill,religion,religious,survey,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-23-2026--70835261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70835261Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGeorgia women facing murder charge for abortion...three new abortion-related laws passed in South Dakota ...and federal charges dropped against a defendant in the Minnesota church protest.187abortion,christian,church,dakota,faith,gender,georgia,global,healthcare,kcis,meta,minnesota,news,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-18-2026--70722865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70722865Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCalifornia suing one of its own public school districts over antisemtism complaints...transgender athletes in girls sports on the ballot in Maine...and head of marriage miinistry talks about divorce trends in the U-S.164christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-17-2026--70693578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70693578Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaNew York City's mayor criticized for meeting with Orthodox Jewish leaders...mistrial in Vatican's "trial of the century"...and federal judge blocks Arkansas Ten Commandments law.202christian,church,faith,international,kcis,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-16-2026--70664765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70664765Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaShrapnel hits Jerusalem's Old City...Pope Leo calls for ceasfire in Middle East...and explosion outside Jewish school in Amsterdam.178christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-12-2026--70612482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70612482Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAlleged attack on Detroit-area synagogue...Senegal approves toughend homosexuality bill...and L-A county worker sues over pride month requirements.212christian,church,detroit,faith,gender,homosexuality,israel,kcis,news,oklahoma,pride,religion,religious,senegal,synagogue,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-11-2026--70598072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70598072Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope prays for the Middle East...U-S House Speaker reacts to Muslim comments by two memebers...and man charged with terrorizing Kentucky church.172christian,church,constitution,faith,florida,iran,jersey,jewish,kcis,kentucky,lebanon,muslim,news,pope,priest,religion,religious,sharia,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-10-2026--70575993https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70575993Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaShooting near Baltimore synagogue...last group of resident's of Christian Lebanese border village evacuate...and South Dakota and New York company agree to settle abortion pill cases.226abortion,baltimore,catholic,christian,church,dakota,faith,gender,iowa,israel,jewish,kcis,lebanon,muslim,ogles,religion,religious,synagogue,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-9-2026--70554397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70554397Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaDepartment of Justice charges "alleged ISIS-inspired terrorists" in attempted boming in New York City...and highlights from new "2026 State of Church Technology" report.265barna,christian,church,faith,isis,kcis,news,pushpay,redmond,religion,religious,technology,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-6-2026--70514153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70514153Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:33:57 +0000CRISTA MediaIran war in day seven...Islamic militants reportedly take more than 300 people hostage today in northeastern Nigeria...and Vancouver, B-C Christian charity files constitutional challenger over its charitable status.207bc,british,canada,christian,church,concern,coram,deo,faith,indonesia,iran,israel,jerusalem,kcis,news,nigeria,religion,religious,update,vancouverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-5-2026--70488932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70488932Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican criticizes U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran...Secretary Hegseth tells delegates from Latin Amiercan countries their shared Christian heritage is at stake...and Texas judge declines to shut down Christian camp.181abortion,america,camp,christian,church,dakota,faith,hegseth,international,iran,kcis,mystic,national,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-4-2026--70450668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70450668Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaExplosions heard over Jerusaelm....nearly 3 dozen Floridians evacuated from Israel by private group...and Tim Tebow testifies before a U-S Senate Subcommittee.222bull,christian,church,faith,florida,global,grey,international,iran,israel,jerusalem,kcis,news,religion,religious,rescue,tebow,tehran,trafficking,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-3-2026--70424293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70424293Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMilitary watchdog group says some U.S. service members report being told Iran war is part of "God's divine plan"...Washington State Attorney General's Office can now investigate whether the Catholic Church used charitable funds to cover up sex abuse...153catholic,christian,church,court,dakota,faith,freedom,gender,iran,israel,jerusalem,jesus,kcis,military,news,religion,religious,trump,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-2-2026--70395857https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70395857Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMissiles seen over Jerusalem...response by Christian leaders to airstrikes in the Middle East...and police continue to investigate deadly rampage in Austin, Texas.186austin,christian,church,faith,global,graham,international,iran,israel,jerusalem,kcis,leaders,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,u.s.falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-27-2026--70342788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70342788Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:30:11 +0000CRISTA Media30 more people indicted over a protest at a Minnesota church...EEOC says federal government can bar transgender employees from using bathrooms aligned with their gender identity,..and Scouting America agrees to make policy changes to maintain military...239army,bondi,christian,church,faith,gender,hegseth,ice,instagram,israel,kcis,meta,news,paul,program,religion,religious,scouting,scouts,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-26-2026--70307031]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70307031Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSt. Paul, Minnesota, church congregant suing ICE protesters and journalists...Alabama House passes bill on intentional disruption of a church service...and Kansas invalidates hundreds of drivers licenses over gender classifcation...]]>178abortion,alabama,christian,church,dakota,faith,gender,ice,kansas,kcis,license,minnesota,new,news,paul,prayer,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-25-2026--70276194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70276194Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:30:05 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump on gender transition..Maryland school district ordered to pay parents over LGBT instruction...and Louisiana and Texas lawsuits involving abortion pills.193abortion,antisemitism,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,lgbt,louisiana,maryland,news,pill,pope,program,religion,religious,texas,trump,ucla,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-24-2026--70254706https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70254706Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:30:14 +0000CRISTA MediaProsecutor in trial of Charlie Kirk's accussed killer allowed to stay on the case...Tennesse lawmakers considering more pro-life laws...and South Dakota lawmakers advancing bill to provide exceptions to the state's abortion rule.145abortion,christian,church,commandments,dakota,faith,global,international,kcis,kirk,local,louisiana,national,news,religion,religious,ten,tennessee,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-23-2026--70236820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70236820Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:30:05 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee's comments on Israel and the Middle East...Fifth Circuit Court ruling on posting the Ten Commandments in Louisiana public school classrooms...and Souh Dakota court allows state lawsuit against New York company...175abortion,carlson,christian,church,commandments,dakota,faith,huckabee,israel,kcis,louisiana,news,pill,religion,religious,ten,tennessee,tucker,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-20-2026--70181778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70181778Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSecretary of War Pete Hegseth speaks at National Religious Broadcasters Convention...NRB calls on global Christian communty to prayer for Iran...and controversy in Texas over new private school voucher program.146broadcasters,christian,church,faith,global,hegseth,international,iran,kcis,muslim,national,news,prayer,religion,religious,texas,update,vouchersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-19-2026--70155882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70155882Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTwo new pleas in Minnesota Church protest...President Trump says he's received pledges for Gaza reconstruction and troop commitments...and Meta's CEO takes stand in social media trial.252catholic,christian,church,faith,gaza,kcis,meta,minnesota,news,paul,peace,religion,religious,trump,update,vatican,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-18-2026--70136732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70136732Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOver 20 states backing Louisiana lawsuit over abortion pills...Kansas lawmakers override governor's veto of "Bathroom Bill"...and the Vatican says it will not participate in President Trump's "Board of Peace".201abortion,ash,bathroom,christian,church,faith,gender,illinois,israel,kansas,kcis,lent,news,program,religion,religious,trump,update,vatican,wednesdayfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-17-2026--70110095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70110095Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaExplosion at Upstate New York church...Rev. Jesse Jackson dead at 84...and two more Christian converts killed in Iran.15318,abortion,abundant,article,boonville,christian,church,explosion,faith,iowa,iran,jackson,jesse,kcis,news,program,religion,religious,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-16-2026--70085617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70085617Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNigeria says about 100 U.S. troops have arrived to help train soldiers in fight against Islamic militants and other armed groups...court appearance for man accused in Sydney's Bondi Beach Jewish festival shooting...and Israel begins process critics...187australia,bank,beach,bondi,christian,church,faith,israel,kcis,military,news,nigeria,religion,religious,update,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-13-2026--70047333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70047333Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer CNN host Don Lemon pleads not guility in protest inside St. Paul, Minnesota, church...lawsuit filed against Calvin University by former professor fired for officiating same-sex wedding...and head of Instagram testifies in landmark social media...180calvin,christian,church,faith,instagram,kcis,lemon,michigan,minnesota,news,paul,program,pro-life,religion,religious,same-sex,update,virginia,weddingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-12-2026--70020724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70020724Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFather of Canadian student killed in school shooting 3 decades ago shares on forgiveness...hospital in San Diego ordered to resume "gender affirming-care" for children for now...and New York court dismisses abortion ad case from South Dakota.182abortion,alberta,b-c,christian,church,dakota,faith,forgiveness,gender,hospital,kcis,mississippi,news,prayer,religion,religious,san,tumbler,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-11-2026--69987024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69987024Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMass shooting in British Columbia...Texas woman tyring to file suit over gender transition...and pushback in Los Angeles social meeting case.186bc,b-c,british,christian,church,columbia,faith,gender,kcis,media,news,pride,program,religion,religious,ridge,soecial,texas,tumbler,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-10-2026--69958897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69958897Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA top Israeli official calls the government's latest West Bank measures "de facto sovereignty"...a landmark trial accusing social media companies of addicting children is underway...and Kid Rock comments on the Super Bowl halftime show.207bowl,bunny,christian,church,faith,israel,kcis,kid,media,news,religion,religious,rock,social,super,trial,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-9-2026--69892345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69892345Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSuper Bowl halftime shows garner massive attention...two missionary pilots killed in Haiti plane crash..and arguments set to begin in landmark social media trial.163bowl,christian,church,crash,faith,florida,halftime,kcis,media,missionary,news,oklahoma,plane,religion,religious,seattle,social,super,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-6-2026--69849535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69849535Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:37:04 +0000CRISTA MediaPakistan mosque bombing...Louisiana suing California governor over abortion pill...and Pope Leo marks start of the Olympic Winter Games.224abortion,byu,california,christian,church,faith,governor,international,kcis,louisiana,mormon,news,newsom,oklahoma,olympic,pakistan,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-5-2026--69816715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69816715Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRecently abducted Nigerian Christians have been released...President Trump speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast...and Vice President Vance heading to Armenia and Azerbaijan.216breakfast,christian,church,faith,grammy,jelly,kcis,news,nigeria,olympic,prayer,program,religion,religious,roll,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-4-2026--69791038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69791038Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother deadly attack in Nigeria...and the 2026 Winter Olympics expected to be the last with trans 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Italy.173chapel,christian,church,diego,faith,gender,hospital,kcis,meloni,michelangelo,minnesota,news,paul,religion,religious,sistine,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-30-2026--69692322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69692322Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:31:17 +0000CRISTA MediaDon Lemon charged in Minnesota church protest...new poll says portrayals of religion in American TV and movies are not turning away viewers...and the West Virginia state Senate has passed a bill to make the Aitken Bible available in some classrooms.186aitken,arrest,bible,christian,church,cnn,faith,journalist,kcis,lemon,minnesota,news,paul,poll,religion,religious,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-29-2026--69671243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69671243Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaArrest made after car repeatedly crashes into New York City synagogue...Kansas legislature approves "bathroom bill"...and the Grotto of the Nativity in Bethlehem will undergo restoration.175abuse,bethlehem,catholic,chabad,christian,church,faith,gender,grotto,kansas,kcis,nativity,news,pope,religion,religious,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-28-2026--69650668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69650668Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:30:09 +0000CRISTA MediaTacoma children's hospital is closing its gender clinic...coalition of conservative organizations launch campaign to overturn nationwide same-sex marriage law...and Church of England installs first woman as Archbishop of Canterbury.198abortion,carolina,children's,christian,church,dakota,england,faith,gender,hospital,kcis,marriage,mary,nebraska,news,religion,religious,tacoma,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuuesday-january-27-2026--69627250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69627250Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:30:10 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas sues Delaware nurse-practitioner for shipping abortion pills into the state...today is International Holocaust Remebrance Day...and a new report shows 2025 was a year of growth and impact for churches.201abortion,christian,church,delaware,egypt,faith,holocaust,kcis,media,news,pushpay,redmond,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-26-2026--69598081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69598081Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:30:11 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State Senate to take public testimony on abortion savings program...South Dakota governor backs religious freedom bill...and Israel recovers remains of final hostage in Gaza.173abortion,christian,church,dakota,faith,freedom,hostage,israel,kcis,lutheran,missionary,news,nigeria,religion,religious,senate,smallpox,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-23-2026--69563788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69563788Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:30:10 +0000CRISTA MediaMarch Life held today in Washington, D-C...fetal tissue research no longer funded by the National Insistutes of Health...another arrest in Minnesota church protest...and enough valid signatures have been gathered for Washington State gender sports...207abortion,christian,church,d-c,faith,gender,global,ice,kcis,lemon,life,march,minnesota,news,religion,religious,trump,update,vance,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-21-2026--69537753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69537753Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:34:24 +0000CRISTA MediaLeaders of Minnesota church invaded by protestors seeking legal advice...divisions emerging over President Trump's "Board of Peace"...and new survey shows Catholic population in parts of Latin America has shrunk over the last decade while...177america,american,catholic,christian,church,faith,ice,kcis,latin,minnesota,news,paul,peace,pew,religion,religious,survey,ten,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-20-2026--69522996https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69522996Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:30:09 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to Sunday's protest at Minnesota church service...over worshippers reportedly kidnapped  SUnday from three Nigerian churches...and three prominent Catholic archbishops voice their concern about U.S. foreign policy.19210,abortion,catholic,christian,church,commandments,dakota,faith,kcis,kidnap,minnesota,news,nigeria,program,protest,religion,religious,ten,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-16-2025--69472488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69472488Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:35:37 +0000CRISTA MediaA new hearing in the Charlie Kirk assissination case...one person arrested for allegedly hindering a murer investigation outside a Salt Lake Ciry LDS meeing house...and the New York City Council announces a five-point plan to fight antisemitism.172christian,church,concern,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-15-2026--69457404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69457404Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaCalifornia won't extradite doctor to Louisiana for allegedly mailing abortion pills...Florida House looking to add civil protjections to unborn children...and DHS makes it easier for visa-holding religious workers to stay in the U.S.221abortion,california,catholic,christian,church,cuba,extradition,faith,florida,gender,kcis,louisiana,news,newson,pill,religion,religious,rubio,update,venezuelafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-14-2026--69444749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69444749Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian Employers group praises EEOC decision...Calfornia doctor under indictment and accused of shipping abortion pills to Louisiana...and Open Doors releases its 2026 World Watch List.232abortion,california,christian,church,court,d-c,discrimination,doors,eeoc,employment,faith,kcis,louisiana,missouri,news,open,persecution,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-13-2026--69425601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69425601Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears cases on states barring transgender athletes from playing on school girl's and women's athletic teams...suspect in attack on Mississippi synagogue faces federal charges...and man accused of firing gunshots at home of a...215bible,christian,church,court,faith,gender,global,idaho,kcis,mississippi,news,religion,religious,supreme,synagogue,tennessee,trans,update,virginia,visionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-12-2026--69408419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69408419Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaSuprise meeting between Pope Leo and Venezuelan opposition leader...B.C. Supreme Court hearing case on religious hospitals refusing certain procedures...and U.S. Supreme Court to hear cases on transgender athlete bans.216b.c.,british,catholic,christian,church,court,dying,faith,gender,idaho,kcis,news,pope,providence,religion,religious,texas,update,venezuela,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-9-2026--69375268https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69375268Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope speaks out on warmongering and on persecutionof Christians worldwide...latest on shootings in Utah LDS parking lot...and civil suit against Saskatoon Christian School goes to court.220abortion,christian,church,euthanasia,faith,kcis,lds,news,persecution,pope,religion,religious,saskatoon,surrogacy,update,utah,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-8-2026--69357835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69357835Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAuthor Philip Yancey confesses to affair and steps down from Christianity Today... two Latin American countries added to Voice of the Martyrs Global Prayer Guide...and California court pauses ruling on public schools sharing student gender identity...247abortion,a&m,california,christian,church,dakota,faith,gender,honduras,kcis,martyrs,news,nicaragua,religion,religious,texas,today,update,venezuela,yanceyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-7-2026--69344362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69344362Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian leaders urging prayers for peace in Venezuela...Texas Education Agency being sued for investigating teachers' social media comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk...and Tennessee college professor reinstated after his comments on...217albert,army,canada,children's,christian,church,colorado,faith,gender,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,salvation,saskatchewan,tennessee,texas,update,venezuelafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-6-2026--69327822https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69327822Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaWyoming Supreme Court makes abortion ruling...President Trump discusses Hyde Amendment with House Republicans...and today is Epiphany.202abortion,bank,christian,church,epiphany,faith,hyde,israel,kcis,kings,news,religion,trump,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-5-2026--69309638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69309638Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to capture of Maduro from Evangelical leaders and the Pope...and Mamdani reaction to latest criticism from Jewish and pro-Israel groups.155abortion,antisemitism,christian,church,faith,graham,kcis,maduro,mamdani,news,pope,religion,religious,sanctuary,tafficking,texas,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-24-2025--69198870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69198870Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaChristmas Eve in Bethlehem...abducted Nigerian school children back home...and Pope Leo reacts to assisted suicide being legalized in his home state. 204abortion,assisted,bethlehem,christian,church,faith,global,illinois,international,kcis,national,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,suicide,update,vafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-23-2025--69185922https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69185922Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaFuneral service of Brown University student....Oklahoma graduate teaching assistant no longer at school after religious discrimination claim...and 130 children and teachers kidnapped from Catholic school in Nigeria released.160abducted,alabama,bible,brown,children,christian,church,faith,funeral,graduate,international,kcis,news,nigeria,nigerian,oklahoma,religion,religious,university,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-22-2025--69172353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69172353Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:30:12 +0000CRISTA MediaTurning Point USA's first AmericaFest since the death of founder Charlie Kirk wraps up...Hanukkah comes to a close this evening...and a new poll on year-end charitable giving.201australia,christian,church,concern,faith,florida,giving,hanukkah,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,tpusa,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-19-2025--69137968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69137968Fri, 19 Dec 2025 20:43:50 +0000CRISTA MediaErika Kirk announces presidential endorsement...U-S House passes bill on gender transition treament for minors...and Louisiana tries to block mail-order abortion-drug rule.208abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,immigrant,kcis,kirk,louisiana,methodist,nativity,news,religion,religious,texas,tpusa,update,vance,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-18-2025--69124171https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69124171Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:30:46 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. officials propose new restrictions designed to effectively ban "gender-affirming care" for minors...New York governor signs "Right-to-Die" bill...and ourners grieve 10-year-old slain in the Bondi mass shooting.182australia,bondi,christian,church,faith,gender,hhs,jfk,kcis,kennedy,news,peace,pope,religion,religious,right-to-die,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-17-2025--69103179https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69103179Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaAccused gunman charged in Bondi Beach killings...President Trump says he's worried about a shift towards antisemitism in the U-S Congress...and members of a California religious group have been charged with two murders.185antisemitism,beach,bondi,california,christian,church,concern,congress,faith,hanukkah,jewish,kcis,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,sydney,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuedsay-december-16-2025--69083356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69083356Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:37:44 +0000CRISTA MediaMass shooting at Hanukkah Celebration in Australia confirmed as ISIS inspired terrorist attack...spike in antisemitic incidents in the U-S..."productive" first meeting between Erika Kirk and Candace Owens...and former V-P Mike Pence's organization...197abortion,australia,christian,church,faith,hanukkah,isis,jewish,kcis,kennedy,kirk,mifepristone,news,owens,pence,religion,religious,tpusa,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-15-2025--69064494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69064494Mon, 15 Dec 2025 20:40:05 +0000CRISTA MediaNetanayahu blames Australian government for encouraging attack on Hanaukkah celebration...Pope Leo issues strong pro-life message...and Erika Kirk and podcaster Candace Owens to hold private discussion.198abortion,australia,bondi,christian,church,faith,hanukkah,israel,kcis,kirk,netanyahu,news,owens,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-12-2025--69013814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69013814Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:33:34 +0000CRISTA MediaThe head of the Anglican Church in North America will face a church trial...accused killer of Charlie Kirk makes first court appearance...and significant fresco of Jesus found in Turkey.147anglican,archbishop,christian,church,faith,fresco,iznik,jesus,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,shepherd,turkey,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-11-2025--68996200https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68996200Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaCharlie Kirk's allleged killer appears in court...Florida is 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Archdiocese of New Orleans bankruptcy settlement...and North Carolina school district is being sued for its handling of a student's pro-Charlie Kirk message.202adf,cair,carolina,catholic,christian,church,faith,florida,kcis,kirk,muslim,new,news,pope,religion,religious,russia,ukraine,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-8-2025--68948101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68948101Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaMore children abducted from Catholic school in Nigeria have been released...U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear Texas book ban case...and Christmas tree lighting held in Bethlehem for first since start of the Gaza war.158abduction,bethlehem,christian,christmas,church,court,faith,israel,kcis,library,nativity,news,nigeria,religion,religious,school,texas,tree,u.n.,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-5-2025--68904823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68904823Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Attorney General orders federal agencies to ramp up investigations into domestic "extremist groups"...safe resolution to hijacking of a Samaritan's Purse plane...and Texans can now sue people who mail the abortion pill to mothers in the state.194christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-4-2025--68887633]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68887633Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican releases study on women in ministry...a Tennessee county's Board of Education is being sued for barring a religious charter school...and online searches for Charlie Kirk topping both Wikipedia and Google in 2025.]]>211charter,christian,church,deacon,faith,jewish,kcis,kirk,l-a,news,protest,religion,religious,school,temple,tennessee,update,vatican,wikipedia,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-3-2025--68857529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68857529Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears cases involving a street preacher and a pro-life pregnancy center...Texas Tech University System bans courses teaching race or gender prejudice or recognize more than two sexes...and U-S restricts visas for those involved in...220abortion,christian,church,faith,gender,jersey,kcis,mississippi,missouri,news,nigeria,preacher,pregnancy,religion,religious,street,supreme,texas,update,visafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-1-2026--68822308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68822308Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo calls for peace in Lebanon and a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict...a West Virginia judte rules on religious exemptions from school vaccination...and a Florida pastor rescued by the Coast 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Gunmen attack Catholic school in a western region of Nigeria...and outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams condemns protest outside a Manhattan synagogue. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68684172Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Governor orders State Police to investigate Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR while Washington  State chapter of CAIR speaks out on reported statement by a Spokane Valley Councilwoman... Gunmen attack Catholic school in a western region of...State chapter of CAIR speaks out on reported statement by a Spokane Valley Councilwoman...
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Dearborn, Michigan...Texas governor declares U.S. Muslim group a "foreign terrorist organization"...and two people killed and others abducted in attack on church in central Nigeria.23710,abortion,attack,cair,carolina,christian,church,commandments,dearborn,kcis,michigan,muslim,news,nigeria,protest,religion,religious,ten,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-18-2025--68625701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68625701Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaNew poll says most voters believe "extreme political rhetoric" contributed to the killing of Charlie Kirk...New York's outgoing mayor urging Israel's Prime Minister to attend the inauguration of Zohran Mamdani...and a South Carolina Senate committee...16510,abortion,ai,carolina,chatbot,christian,church,faith,israel,kcis,krik,mamdani,netanyahu,news,religion,religious,ten,texas,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-17-2025--68607395https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68607395Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court declines to hear major religious liberty dispute case...top leader of the Anglican Church in North America has been suspended from ministry...and Pope Leo meets dozens of Hollywood luminaries at the Vatican.182america,anglican,art,artifacts,canada,christian,church,faith,hollywood,indigenous,kcis,news,pope,prayer,religion,religious,school,supreme,tampa,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-14-2025--68572353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68572353Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Secretary of State Rubio makes terror designations on four European groups...Nebraska man sentenced for killing a priest...and TPUSA chapters being blocked from some Texas public schools.183antifa,christian,church,death,faith,illinois,kcis,kirk,library,mosque,nebraska,news,priest,religion,religious,rubio,tennessee,terrorist,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-13-2025--68557722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68557722Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:32:11 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Catholic bishops make official a ban on ”gender-affirming care” for patients at Catholic hospitals...federal court hears arguments over Medicaid reimbursements for Planned Parenthood...and a new national survey describes the ongoing ideological...255abortion,arizona,barna,bishop,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,immigration,kcis,medicaid,news,parenthood,religion,religious,survey,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-12-2025--68543251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68543251Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:30:10 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian missionary father and daughter on relief mission to Jamaica killed in plane crash ...U.S. Catholic bishops pick a new president...and Israel's president speaks out on West Bank violence.181bank,bishop,catholic,christian,church,conservative,crash,faith,florida,israel,jamaica,kcis,missionary,news,plane,president,religion,religious,roman,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-7-2025--68466473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68466473Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court weighs appeal of same-sex marriage ruling...Moody Bible Institute accusing Chicago Public Schools of religious discrimination...and Flordia sues Planned Parenthood over abortion drugs.213abortion,bible,chicago,christian,church,court,faith,florida,kcis,marriage,michigan,moody,news,planned,pro-life,religion,religious,school,ten,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-6-2025--68452475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68452475Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:32:07 +0000CRISTA MediaErika Kirk on Fox News...reaction to election of Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor...and Nebraska's governor signs executive order on abortion.168abortion,antisemitism,chicago,christian,church,faith,fox,gender,israel,kcis,kirk,mamdani,nebraska,news,pope,religion,religious,saskatchewan,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-5-2025--68437448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68437448Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaHouse Speaker Johnson warns on giving "platform to antisemitism"...President Trump's son to appear at Turning Point USA event...and Anglican Church in North America Archbishop takes leave of absence amid alegations of misconduct.224alabama,anglican,carlson,christian,church,dearborn,faith,fuentes,german,johnson,kcis,kirk,muslim,news,religion,religious,ten,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-4-2025--68419471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68419471Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump calls out Jewish New Yorkers supporting Mamdani...Erika Kirk wants cameras in the courtroom for the trial of her husband's alleged assassin...and a hunter lost in a California forest thanks God for his rescue.180california,christian,church,faith,fox,hunter,kcis,kirk,lost,mamdani,news,politico,poll,religion,religious,trump,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-3-2025--68403581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68403581Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:46:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump comments on killings of Christians in Nigeria...FBI says attack on LDS congregation in Michigan motived by anti-religious beliefs...and apology over Holocaust-themed parade float.185antisemitism,arab,california,christian,church,faith,holocaust,jewish,kcis,michigan,news,nigeria,parade,pennsylvania,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-31-2025--68370501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68370501Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:34:30 +0000CRISTA MediaUniversity of Tennessee professor sues over suspension due to Charlie kirk comments...New York's mayor condems antisemitic art exhibit...and Vice President Vance hopes his wife converts to Christianity.202abuse,antisemitism,christian,church,faith,kcis,kirk,new,news,religion,religious,tennessee,update,vance,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-30-2025--68353619https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68353619Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaErika Kirk and V-P Vance speak at Turning Point USA event...Louisiana's governor criticizes Catholic University for denying official recognition of a Turning Point chapter...and Virginia school teacher sues district for defamation over abortion claims.20310,abortion,christian,church,fairfax,faith,kcis,krik,mississippi,news,point,religion,religious,supreme,ten,texas,turning,update,vance,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wedneday-october-29-2025--68338971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68338971Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaV-P Vance to speak at Turning Point event with Erika Kirk...poll on concerns over political vionlence and free speech...and pro-life group appeals its lawsuit over Michigan abortion amendment.228abortion,christian,church,colorado,faith,kcis,kirk,michigan,mississippi,news,parking,phil,point,pope,religion,religious,tbn,turning,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-28-2025--68316389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68316389Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaLatest on the Gaza ceasefire...Oregon judge blocks Trump administration from pulling sex education funding over gender identify curricula...and Erika Kirk to appear in first interview since her hustand's murder.  191christian,church,education,faith,fox,gaza,israel,kcis,kirk,louisiana,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-27-2025--68301474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68301474Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:30:16 +0000CRISTA MediaThe search expands fo the remaining hostages in Gaza...Pope Leo to visit site of major port blast in Lebanon...and a British Political commentator has been detained by ICE in San Francisco.189christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-24-2025--68269150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68269150Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaA closed hearing being held today for the accused killer of Charlie Kirk...Vice President Vance attends private mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem...and the archbishop of the U.S. Anglican Church is facing sexual misconduct allegations.195christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-23-2025--68257018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68257018Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAmerican missionary kidnapped in Niger...guilty plea in ISIS-inspired plot on churches in Idaho...and King Charles and Pope Leo pray together at the Vatican.196bank,charles,christian,church,faith,idaho,isis,israel,kcis,kidnap,missionary,news,niger,pope,religion,religious,update,vance,vatican,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-22-2025--68244173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68244173Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTop U.S. envoys continue to visit Israel supporting the Gaza ceasefire...President Trump marks Diwali at the White House...and Catholic groups holding prayer vigils today at ICE detention centers.164abortion,canada,catholic,christian,church,fairfax,faith,gaza,hindu,ice,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,trump,update,vance,vatican,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-21-2025--68230909https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68230909Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaV-P Vance in Israel...some residents of Michigan city want volume of Islamic call to prayer lowered...and new Barna research on beliefs of Gen Z women.185atendance,barna,christian,church,dearborn,faith,gaza,gen,islamic,israel,kcis,michigan,news,prayer,religion,religious,update,vance,zfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-20-2025--68217759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68217759Mon, 20 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. envoys back in Israel to shore up ceasefire...pastor, mayoral candidate and half-brother of V-P JD Vance reports bullet hole found at his church...and Christian music museum opens in Nashville.163bowman,christian,church,cincinnati,faith,gaza,israel,kcis,museum,nashville,news,religion,religious,trump,update,vance,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-17-2025--68183798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68183798Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:31:24 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump announces deal to lower costs of meds used for invitro fertilization...Oregon Senator wants cities to turn off certain license plate reading cameras...and Pope and Leo and King Charles to pray together next week.265catholic,charles,christian,church,england,faith,flock,ivf,kcis,news,oregon,pope,pro-life,religion,religious,trump,update,wydenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-16-2025--68168906https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68168906Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House Speaker condemns alleged comments in Young Republicans group chat...House White Press Secretary says President Trump "freed Palestine"...and candidate for California governor supports transgender athletes in the Olympics.186california,catholic,chat,christian,church,faith,gender,house,kcis,news,palestine,religion,religious,republican,spokane,trump,update,vatican,yee,youngfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-15-2025--68153795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68153795Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump honors Charlie Kirk...Oklahoma will not being requiring schools to include the BIble in their lessons...and a new cast for Mel Gibson's upcoming "The Resurrection of the Christ".192abortion,bible,christian,church,faith,gibson,kcis,kirk,lake,louisiana,mel,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,resurrection,school,tahoe,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-14-2025--68137711https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68137711Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaWhite House hosting celebration of Charlie Kirk's life...affects of Kirk's death on potential political youth movement...and Instagram attempts to better safeguard teenagers.195christian,church,faith,gaza,hamas,instagram,israel,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,vote,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-13-2025--68122353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68122353Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli hostages released as U-S President Trump is in the Middle East...and Amy Grant's family regain control of historic Nashville church.179amy,christian,church,egypt,faith,gaza,grant,international,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-10-2025--68093690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68093690Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaA provision in Washington State law on confessions won't go into effect...update on Gaza peace plan...and a beloved off-court figure in college basketball has died.218adf,christian,church,confession,faith,gaza,israel,jean,kcis,loyola,michigan,news,priest,religion,religious,sister,update,washington,worshipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-9-2025--68082305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68082305Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Gaza peace plan...Christians gathering this week in Jerusalem for Sukkot...and Pope Leo discusses immigrants with Chicago labor leaders.200abortion,chicago,christian,church,evangelical,faith,gaza,global,international,israel,jerusalem,kcis,louisiana,news,pope,religion,religious,sukkot,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-8-2025--68066807https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68066807Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaGaza war update...assailant in British synagogue attack reportedly pledged allegiance to the Islatimc State...and a California mayor under investigation for stealing from a 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church.173christian,church,court,faith,gaza,hamas,hawaii,israel,jersey,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-3-2025--68003788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68003788Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:37:08 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump gives deadline to Hamas...update on attack against synagogue in England...and Church of England names first-ever female as the new Archbishop of Canterbury.302archbishop,caterbury,christian,church,england,episcopal,faith,global,international,israel,jewish,kcis,manchester,morris,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-2-2025--67990360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67990360Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTerrorist attack on British synagogue...FBI ends partnership with Anti-Defamation League...and the latest pro-life efforts across the U-S at the national and state levels.217abortion,adl,britian,california,carolina,christian,church,faith,fbi,gender,jewish,kcis,kirk,life,news,newsom,religion,religious,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakrs-wednesday-october-1-2025--67975718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67975718Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTurning Point USA returns to Utah...a decline in clinical abortion rates...and Pope Leo talks about abortion, immigration and the climate.216abortion,christian,church,climate,faith,kcis,kirk,news,point,pope,religion,religious,tcu,texas,turning,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-30-2025--67955572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67955572Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaOregon scientists use human skin cells to create fertilizable eggs..."politically correct" leadership is over at the Pentagon...and Turning Point USA returns to 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university is banning teachers from discussing transgender issues.178christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,gender,id,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,uk,un,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-25-2025-630pm-updated--67903156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67903156Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaVoddie Baucham dies...thousands attenen Turning Point USA event in Virginia...and Oklahoma's school Superintendent steps down.189bauchman,beach,california,huntington,oklahoma,point,turning,voddiefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-25-2025--67900310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67900310Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaThe Palestinian President speaks to the U.N. General Assembly...thousands attenen Turning Point USA event in Virginia...and Oklahoma's school Superintendent steps down.174beach,california,christian,church,faith,gaza,hamas,israel,kcis,kirk,news,oklahoma,palestiian,point,religion,religious,turning,un,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-24-2025--67880908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67880908Wed, 24 Sep 2025 19:32:37 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump Administration officials hopefull of new  Middle East peace plan...Turning Point USA chapters planned for all Oklahoma public high schools...and a Flordia school is accused of promoting witchcraft.200christian,church,faith,florida,gaza,hamas,israel,kcis,kirk,liberty,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,rubio,turning,un,update,witchy,witkofffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-23-2025--67869193https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67869193Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFirst Turning Point USA campus event held after Charlie Kirk's death...and reports of spike in church attendence in response Kirk's murder.168baptist,christian,church,dallas,faith,global,international,jeffress,kcis,kirk,local,minnesota,national,news,point,religion,religious,revival,tpusa,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-22-2025--67854761https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67854761Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPowerful memorial Sunday for Charlie Kirk...and three key countries formally recognize a Palestinian state.207christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,kirk,news,program,religion,religious,stories,trump,un,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-19-2025--67825154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67825154Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Charlie Kirk Memorial...White House asks Supreme Court to enforce its passport policy...court dimisses lawsuit filed by worship leader Sean Feucht...and writer of "Jeses Take the Wheel" dies in plane crash.192arizona,china,christian,church,faith,feucht,gaza,gender,id,israel,jesus,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,sean,spokane,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-18-2025--67811568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67811568Thu, 18 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaTurning Point USA names new CEO...sex abuse lawsuit filed against Harvest Christian Fellowship pastor...and Pope Leo says he has no intention of getting involved in U.S. politics.203ceo,christian,church,faith,fellowship,harvest,kcis,kirk,laurie,news,point,pope,religion,religious,turning,update,usafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-17-2025--67798380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67798380Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump and Vice President Vance to deliver remarks at Charlie Kirk's memorial...pastoral comments both for and against Charlie Kirk's message...and student whistleblower at Texas A&M claims she was threatened for making video uncovering a...169antisemitism,california,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,kirk,news,pastor,religion,religious,texas,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-16-2025--67782906https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67782906Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaCharges filed in Charlie Kirk assassination...President Trump considering a signficant domestic terror designation...Israel launches offensive in Gaza City...and a new Washington Post poll on child vaccinations.211abortion,antifa,christian,church,faith,gaza,israel,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,utah,vaccinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-15-2025--67769932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67769932Mon, 15 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaFBI details on Charlie Kirk assassination...U-S Secretary of State Rubio in Jerusalem...and spiritual leader of Eastern Orthodox Christians meeting today with U-S President Trump.173christian,church,concern,faith,hamas,israel,kcis,kirk,news,orthodox,religion,religious,rubio,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-12-2025--67738865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67738865Fri, 12 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaArrest made in Charlie Kirk assassination...Kirk's pastor speaks out...and appleas court allows federal government to cut off Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood for now.240christian,church,faith,kcis,kirk,news,parenthood,pastor,religion,religious,socialism,suspect,texas,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-11-2025--67724564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67724564Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Charlie Kirk shooting...9-11 memorials...and U-S upreme Court doesn't take up South Carolina transgender student case.19711,christian,church,faith,kcis,kirk,national,news,pennsylvania,pentagon,religion,religious,september,trump,update,vance,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-updated-wednesday-september-10-2025--67711456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67711456Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:33:26 +0000CRISTA MediaCharlie Kirk has been killed.234christian,evangelical,kirk,point,shooting,trump,turning,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-10-2025--67707561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67707561Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:36:04 +0000CRISTA MediaTurning Point USA CEO Charlie Kirk shot at rally in Utah.216autism,christian,church,concern,education,faith,issues,kcis,kirk,montana,news,religion,religious,rfk,teacher,union,update,vaccinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-9-2025--67693537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67693537Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael strikes Hamas in Qatar...New York AG intervenes om Texas abortion case...and Murdoch family reaches deal over control of Fox News.219abortion,christian,church,denver,faith,fox,gaza,gender,god,hamas,israel,news,qatar,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,virginia,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-8-2025--67680016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67680016Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump speaks at Museum of the Bible...Virginia school districts unable to access federal funds over gender-nuetral bathroom policy...and new attacks in Jerusalem and Gaza.166attack,bible,christian,church,d.c.,education,faith,gender,israel,jerusalem,kcis,liberty,museum,news,religion,religious,trump,update,virginia,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-5-2025--67647375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67647375Fri, 05 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPrison sentence for person who set fire to a Snohomish County church building...the Ukrainian Orthodox Church could soon be banned in Ukraine...and a Supreme Court justice defends her decision to overturn Roe V. Wade.180abortion,arkansas,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,maltby,morris,news,orthodox,religion,religious,snohomish,texas,ukraine,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-4-2025--67636815https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67636815Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope meets with Israel's President...Vice President Vance meets with family membes of last week's Minneapolis Catholic Church Shooting...and Texas abortion pill law sent to the governor.236christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-3-2025--67622643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67622643Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S West Coast governors form health alliance...U-S Federal government to support pro-life Christian ministry in expected U-S Supreme Court case...and Newsmax files suit against Fox News.216california,cdc,choice,christian,church,court,covid,faith,first,fox,hhs,jersey,kcis,news,newsmax,religion,religious,update,vaccine,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-2-2025--67600215https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67600215Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope meets with leading LGBTQ+ Catholic church advocate...Irish missionary to Haiti released after being kidnapped a month ago...and judge strikes down California deepfake law.199babylon,bee,california,catholic,christian,church,concern,faith,haiti,irish,kcis,kidnapped,lgbtq,minneapolis,news,oklahoma,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-29-2025--67556460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67556460Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaThe latest on Minneapolis Cathollc school shooting...U.S. Education Department going after Denver Pubiic schools over bathroom policies...and Texas House passes abortion pill law.165abortion,catholic,christian,church,denver,education,faith,gender,israel,kcis,minneapolis,national,news,pill,religion,religious,school,shooting,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-28-2025--67545584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67545584Thu, 28 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaLatest on Wednesday Catholic church and shool shooting in Minneapolis...Israel and U-S officials meet to discuss post-war Gaza...and U-S House Republicans are investigating Wikipedia for bias. 196catholic,christian,church,faith,fbi,gaza,international,israel,kcis,minneapolis,national,news,religion,religious,rubio,shooting,update,wikipediafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-27-2025--67533948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67533948Wed, 27 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaShooting at Catholic school in Minneapolis...Pope calls for end of war in Gaza...and Costco to stop dispensing abortion drug.137abortion,adf,catholic,christian,church,costco,faith,freedom,israel,kcis,minneapolis,national,news,pope,religion,religious,shooting,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-26-2025--67521068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67521068Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump threatens funding restrictions on numerous sex ed programs...anti-discrimination coordinators now required on New York state college campuses...and Australia's PM accuses Iran of directing antisemtic attacks in his country.192antisemtism,australia,christian,church,faith,gender,hhs,iran,israel,kcis,maine,medicaid,news,religion,religious,trump,update,west,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-25-2025--67509948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67509948Mon, 25 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael comments on deadly strike on Gaza hospital...Nigeria's military frees large number of hostages...and federal judge strikes down Minnesota law affecting religious colleges.160abortion,christian,church,college,faith,gaza,governor,illinois,israel,kcis,minnesota,news,nigeria,pritzker,religion,religious,university,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-22-2025--67481750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67481750Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli defense minister warns of Gaza City's destruction...Pope calls for day of prayer and fasting iver wars,,,and President trump comments on TikTok as well as California transgender athlete policy.185arlington,california,christian,church,faith,gaza,gender,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,tiktok,trump,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-21-2025--67470363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67470363Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaDr. James Dobson passes away at 89...Seattle outdoor Christian concert moved...and Kelowna, B-C Christian concert cancelled due to "public safety"  .187christian,church,dobson,dr.,faith,feucht,foyt,global,international,james,kcis,kelowna,local,national,news,religion,religious,revive,seattlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-20-2025--67457964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67457964Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Ten Commandments law blocked...U.S. Supreme Court preps for "convresion therapy" case...and Israel gives final approval for controversial West Bank project.172christian,church,colorado,commandments,conversion,faith,israel,kcis,murder,new,news,pastor,pope,religion,religious,ten,texas,therapy,update,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-19-2025--67443452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67443452Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:30:25 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Senate passes transgender bathroom bill...Hillary Clinton thinks U-S Supreme Court will rule again on same-sex marriage...and younger generations reportedly increasing bible reading and church attendance in the U.S. and elsewhere209alaska,bible,christian,church,clinton,faith,gender,global,international,kcis,local,marriage,national,news,orthodox,putin,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-18-2025-update--67426246https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67426246Tue, 19 Aug 2025 02:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Russia-Ukraine talks.209christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,russia,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-18-2025--67419422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67419422Mon, 18 Aug 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaMore talks on a ceasefire plan in the middle east and on ending the war in Ukraine...Newsmax reaches settlement in defamation case...and U.S. Department of Education to suspend funding of some Virginia school districts over transgender bathroom useage.192carolina,ceasefire,christian,church,collapse,education,faith,gaza,gender,israel,kcis,news,newsmax,religion,religious,russia,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-15-2025--67380739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67380739Fri, 15 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaLeaders of the Catholic and Orthodox churches pray for peace ahead of U.S.-Russia summit...ruling on Trump administration DEI actions...and court case on transgender student bathroom use could be headed to the U.S. Supreme Court.19210,bible,carolina,christian,church,dei,faith,kcis,leo,news,orthodox,pope,religion,religious,ten,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-14-2025--67370597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67370597Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael focusing on building settlements in the West Bank near Jerusalem...Virginia's Governor orders investigation of school system over reports of staff helping students get abortions...and first California school board bans transgender athletes from...214abortion,california,chicago,christian,church,court,e-e-o-c,faith,gender,israel,kcis,kern,media,news,religion,religious,social,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-13-2025--67359530]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67359530Wed, 13 Aug 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaThe White House and California's Governor are strongly disagreeing over antisemitism findings at UCLA....Ukrainian refugees in Anchorage are praying for peace ahead of Friday's Alaska summit between President Trump and Russian President Putin...and  a...]]>176alaska,anchorage,antisemitism,arkansas,california,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,news,newsom,religion,religious,russia,ucla,ukraine,ukranian,university,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-12-2025--67348379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67348379Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaHarvard reportedly near agreement to end dispute with Trump administration over antisemitism allegations...Israel's Prime Minister doubles down on plans for new offensive in Gaza...and a new report on acts of hostility against U-S churches.189antisemitim,christian,church,council,faith,family,gaza,harvard,hostility,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,research,update,youtubefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-11-2025--67334264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67334264Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAustralia to recognize a Palestinian state...huge civil rights fine against UCLA...and getting an abortion in Texas may become even more difficult.192abortion,australia,christian,church,faith,israel,kcis,kentucky,news,palestine,religion,religious,state,texas,trump,ucla,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-25-2025--67115960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67115960Fri, 25 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother murder conviction for Idaho doomsday mother...Trump Administration investigating Oregon Department of Eduction over transgender athletes...and latest approval poll of the U-S Supreme Court.215abortion,arizona,christian,church,court,daybell,doomsday,faith,gender,idaho,israel,kcis,news,oregon,religion,religious,roe,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-24-2025--67103874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67103874Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Mideast Envoy cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks...Court says Oregon mother is free to begin adoption process with violating religious beliefs...and Callifornia doctor being sued for by Texas boyfriend of woman mailed abortion pill.253abortion,adf,adoption,birth,california,christian,church,court,faith,gaza,gender,kcis,news,oregon,rate,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-23-2025--67089113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67089113Wed, 23 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee bars transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports...settlement in religious exemption case over Covid-19 vaccine mandate...and Columbia University suspenantimds and expels students for alleged...161antisemetic,bible,christian,church,columbia,covid,faith,freedom,gender,kcis,news,oklahoma,olympic,religion,religious,school,seattle,university,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-22-2025--67076618https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67076618Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:30:53 +0000CRISTA MediaRuling on Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding...judge blocks part of Tennesse abortion trafficking law...and U.S. to withdraw again from UNESCO.183abortion,antisemitism,christian,church,faith,global,harvard,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,parenthood,religion,religious,tennessee,trump,u.n.,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-21-2025--67058987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67058987Mon, 21 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope comments on sheeling of Cathlic churcn in Gaza...U-S Ambassador to Israel condems attacks on Christian village in the West Bank...and Harvad goes to court challening funding cuts.191abortion,christian,church,faith,fda,gaza,global,harvard,huckabee,international,israel,kcis,news,pill,pope,religion,religious,trump,update,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-18-2025--67030914]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67030914Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFallout from Gaza church shelling...Congressman accuses Homeland Security of raiding churches...and two Ohio Planned Parenthood clinics shutting down over lack of 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Israel.204abortion,baptist,christian,church,congress,dallas,faith,gaza,israel,jewish,kcis,new,news,palestinian,religion,religious,texas,university,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-15-2025--66986933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66986933Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPastor John MacArthur dies at 86...Florida ranked top state for religious freedom...and woman faces hate crime charges for allegedly setting fire to California church.190california,christian,church,faith,fire,florida,freedom,grace,kcis,macarthur,montana,news,novato,religion,religious,trump,update,virginia,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-14-2025--66977484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66977484Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaShooiing at Kentucky church...church leaders in Israel condemn reported violence against church in the West Bank...and friends and church members advocating for Iranian Christian asylum seeker detained by ICE.193bank,christian,church,colorado,faith,ice,israel,kcis,kentucky,news,pelestinian,religion,religious,sba,shooting,taybeh,update,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-11-2025--66947574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66947574Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge rejects challenge to Michigan's ban on publicly funded abortions...Baylor University returns large LGBT research grant...and a big thank you to a Michigan Deacon who helped stop a possible church shooting.222abortion,academy,baylor,christ,christian,church,deacon,faith,kcis,lgbt,michigan,nashville,news,presbyterian,religion,religious,tennessee,truck,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-10-2025--66931342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66931342Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Hill Country copes with flood aftermath...reaction to Planned Parenthood Medicaid cuts...and California Catholic diocese says stay home from Mass if worried about ICE.200california,catholic,christian,church,cross,denver,faith,flood,ice,kcis,news,parenthood,religion,religious,rocky,san,texas,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-9-2025--66918057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66918057Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump administration sues California over transgender athlete policies, while high school track athletes in Oregon sue state over the same issue...and Ukraine's President and the Pope suggest the Vatican host peace talks over the war with Russia.137california,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,news,oregon,pope,religion,religious,trans,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-8-2025--66901658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66901658Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaSearch continues for Texas flood victims...IRS agrees churches can endorse political candidates...and new poll says Americans don't want the 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on religion in schools.231carolina,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,medicaid,news,parenthood,planned,poll,religion,religious,schools,stanford,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-25-2025--66748931https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66748931Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:38:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal government suing Washington State over clergy reporting law...out of state abortions down slightly in 2024...California being pressured over transger athletes...and a possible twist over Louisiana's Ten Commandments law.174abortion,california,christian,church,clergy,faith,gender,iowa,iran,israel,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,reporting,texas,trump,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-24-2025--66730269https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66730269Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaDetroit-area pastor responds to attempted attack on his congregation...U-S Supreme Court to take up another religious liberty case...abortions in the U.S. are rising...and charitable giving to religious organizations delines.165abortion,christian,church,court,detroit,faith,giving,iowa,kcis,louisiana,michigan,news,religion,religious,shooting,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-20-2025--66656809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66656809Fri, 20 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU.K. lawmakers pass assisted suicide bill...and Pope Leo warning of impact of AI on youth.173ai,assisted,christian,church,concern,court,england,faith,kcis,maryland,news,pope,religion,religious,suicide,u.k.,update,walesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-19-2025--66633742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66633742Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaVirginia man sentenced for attempted mass shooting at a church...candidate for New York City mayor reacts to antisemtic claims...and new pick to lead the EEOC testifies on transgender workers.225christian,church,employment,equal,faith,gender,iran,israel,jewish,kcis,lgbtq,news,religion,religious,update,virginia,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-18-2025--66610741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66610741Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:03:38 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court rules on "gender-affirming care" for minors...federal judge decision regarding birth gender on passports...and legislation to outlaw abortion in Ohio.127abortion,christian,church,concern,court,denver,faith,gender,kcis,news,ohio,passport,religion,religious,river,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-17-2025--66594288https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66594288Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaBritish lawmakers vote to decriminalize abortion in England and Wales...death toll climbs in militant attack in north-central Nigeria...and dozens of children placed in protective custody following alleged abuse at a southeast Iowa Bible camp,171abortion,attack,bible,camp,christian,church,england,faith,georgia,iowa,kcis,news,nigeria,religion,religious,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-16-2025--66580102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66580102Mon, 16 Jun 2025 19:30:09 +0000CRISTA MediaSuspect in custody in Minnesota shooting...Israel-Iran conflict continues...and Jimmy Swaggart hospitalized.174abortion,christian,church,faith,iran,israel,jimmy,kcis,minnesota,news,pope,religion,religious,shooting,suspect,swaggart,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-13-2025--66552017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66552017Fri, 13 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael defends its decision to attack Iran...suspect name in murder of Arizona pastor...and a major California Children's Hospital is dropping a controversial program.170angeles,arizona,christian,church,faith,gender,greece,hospital,iran,israel,kcis,monasteries,news,pastor,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-12-2025--66537270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66537270Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptists wrap up annual meeting...suit filed against Arkansas' Ten Commandments law...and Pennsylvania mother and daughter charged for allegedly performing a "dangerous at-home abortion".16010,abortion,arkansas,baptist,christian,church,commandments,faith,israel,kcis,news,parliament,pennsylvania,religion,religious,southern,ten,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-11-2025--66512770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66512770Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptist delegates vote on call to change U-S marriage laws...Montana's Governor reacts to State Supreme Court rulings on three abortion laws...and a new Barna report on biblical worldview in the U-S.241abortion,baptist,barna,biblical,christian,church,faith,kcis,louisiana,marriage,montana,news,religion,religious,southern,update,worldviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-10-2025--66498378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66498378Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaMedically-assisted suicide bill passed by New York legislature...Montana Supreme Court rules on three abortion laws...and Gallup releases new poll on gender policies.196abortion,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,montana,news,poll,religion,religious,suicide,survey,texas,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-9-2025--66476447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66476447Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptists meet this week in Dallas...Pope Leo comments on nationalist political movements...Israel stops activist aid ship bound for Gaza...and a new poll on support for 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sports.163california,christian,church,colorado,concern,faith,gender,kcis,news,pride,religion,religious,spokane,tumwater,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-2-2025--66372130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66372130Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:30:09 +0000CRISTA MediaMan charged in attack on Colorado group supporting Israeli hostages...11 people hospitalized in stabbing attack at the Salem, Oregon, Union Gospel Mission...and arguments to be heard tomorrow in case involving the Yakima Union Gospel MIssionn.   199abrotion,boulder,christian,church,colroado,concern,faith,gospel,issues,kcis,kentucky,mission,news,oregon,religion,religious,salem,union,update,yakimafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-30-2025--66343118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66343118Fri, 30 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaHamas reviews new ceasfire proposal...Texas abortion pill ban update...and destructive fire at historic Ohio church building.184abortion,chicago,christian,church,faith,hamas,israel,jewish,kcis,museum,news,ohio,pope,religion,religious,sox,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-29-2025--66330768https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66330768Thu, 29 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaSpokane-area school board expresses concerns over protections for female athletes...Nebraska passes transgender athletes bill...and Israel authorizes 22 Jewish settlements in the West Bank.16110,arizona,bank,christian,church,faith,gender,israel,kcis,mead,nebraska,news,pastor,religion,religious,ten,texas,update,washington,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-28-2025--66315915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66315915Wed, 28 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaArrests at another Christian Rally in Seattle...abortions back on hold in Missouri...and last-second changes to California high school track and field championships regarding transgender athletes.166abortion,arrest,ban,california,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,massachusetts,missouri,news,rally,religion,religious,seattle,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-27-2025--66296437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66296437Tue, 27 May 2025 19:30:23 +0000CRISTA MediaCourt of appearance for people arrested in Seattle counterprotest of Christian rally...a contentious rally in Jerusalem...10 commandments could be posted in Texas public school classrooms...and Alberta schhols could remove books containing graphic...232alberta,book,christian,church,duck,faith,jerusalem,kcis,library,mayday,news,protest,religion,religious,school,seattle,ten,texas,update,usafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-23-2025--66233168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66233168Fri, 23 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaMore on Wednesday's Israeli embassy staff shooting...Texas legislature passes bill on funding out-of-state abortion travel...and federal appeals court rules on public library book bans.172abortion,ban,bill,book,christian,church,court,d-c,faith,jewish,kcis,library,news,religion,religious,semitic,texas,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-22-2025--66211989https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66211989Thu, 22 May 2025 22:10:27 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court ruling on publicly-funded religious charter school...A Chicago man accused of shooting and killing two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington, D-C...and New Orleans Roman Catholic Archdiocese oannounces clergy sex abuse settlement.192christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-21-2025--66189804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66189804Wed, 21 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo presides over first general audience...Pope accused of mishandeling sex abuse allegations...and Supreme Court orders Maine legislature to resotre vote of lawmaker censured for id-ing trans athlete.299abuse,christian,church,colorado,court,faith,gaza,gender,israel,jersey,kcis,maine,news,pope,religion,religious,snap,supreme,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-20-2025--66175031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66175031Tue, 20 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaDepartment of Education withdraws massive fine against Grand Canyon University...jury finds Hatian gang leader guilty in 2021 kidnapping of U.S. missionaries...and FDA updates Covid-19 shot regulations.168aid,canyon,christian,church,covid,department,education,faith,grand,haiti,kcis,ministries,news,ohio,religion,religious,university,update,vaccinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-19-2025--66155686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66155686Mon, 19 May 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaV-P Vance meets with Pope Leo...and bombing at California fertility clinic labled as "anti-pro-life and terrorism.171bombing,california,christian,church,faith,kcis,news,palm,pope,pro-life,religion,religious,springs,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-16-2025--66123686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66123686Fri, 16 May 2025 19:40:30 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump visits interfaith complex in Abu Dhabi...U.S. military to screen  for gender dysphoria...and Pope Leo speaks on marriage and the unborn.232abortion,abraham,christian,church,faith,gender,israel,kcis,marriage,mideast,military,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,uae,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-15-2025--66105820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66105820Thu, 15 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion rulings in South Carolina and Florda...Missouri residents to vote again on abortion...and gender laws and rulings in Airzona, Iowa and Montana.184abortion,arizona,carolina,christian,church,faith,florida,gender,iowa,kcis,missouri,montana,news,pope,religion,religious,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-14-2025--66090304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66090304Wed, 14 May 2025 20:55:00 +0000CRISTA Media182abortion,africa,christian,church,east,faith,gender,israel,kcis,michigan,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-13-2025--66075435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66075435Tue, 13 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump in the MIddle East...Justice Department opening investigation into proposed Muslim community in Texas...and Colorado school district sues state over transgender sports policy.221abraham,arabia,ban,book,christian,church,colorado,faith,gaza,gender,island,israel,kcis,muslim,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-12-2025--66058905]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66058905Mon, 12 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope speaks to journalists...Episcopal Church won't help resettle group of white South African refugees...and Texas legislature looking at "religious speech" in school.]]>176africa,christian,church,episcopal,faith,gateway,global,kcis,leo,morris,news,oklahoma,pope,prayer,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-9-2025--66020537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66020537Fri, 09 May 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Leo calls his election a cross to bear and a blessing...rhe new Pope being descibed as humble man with heart for the unborn...and President Trump heading to the Middle East.220christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-8-2025--66008104]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66008104Fri, 09 May 2025 01:32:00 +0000CRISTA MediaNew Pope is chosen...parent of Christian school shooter in Wisconsin is facing charges...and the University of Washington is suspending 21 pro-Palestinian students.]]>327boeing,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,leo,news,pentagon,pope,protest,religion,religious,trump,update,washington,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-7-2025--65983277https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65983277Wed, 07 May 2025 21:29:16 +0000CRISTA MediaConclave update...White House investigating "antisemitic violence" at the University of Washington...and Richland, Washington city council approves letter on transgender athletes in women's sports.247christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-6-2025--65957652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65957652Wed, 07 May 2025 01:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaInvestigation into Washington State Clergy reporting law...U-S Supreme Court decision on transgender military service ban...and last minute meetings held by Cardinals ahead of conclave.221abortion,christian,church,clergy,conclave,faith,gender,kcis,mandatory,military,news,pope,religion,religious,reporting,supreme,trump,update,vatican,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-5-2025--65926826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65926826Mon, 05 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael reportedly has new plan for Gaza...update on upcoming papal conclave...and Texas governor signs private school voucher bill.158christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-2-2025--65861205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65861205Fri, 02 May 2025 19:33:47 +0000CRISTA MediaConclave preparations continue...President Trump establishes Religious Liberty Commission...and Southern Baptist Commission reports both decline and growth.185baptist,chimney,christian,church,dr.,faith,florida,kcis,liberty,news,phil,pope,religion,religious,sbc,trump,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-1-2025--65830828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65830828Thu, 01 May 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTump on National Day of Prayer...shift in America's "spiritual landscape"...and White House report on "gender-affirming care" for youth under 19.221arizona,barna,christian,church,day,education,faith,gender,kcis,national,news,prayer,religion,religious,research,trump,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-30-2025--65814177https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65814177Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears arguments on Oklahoma relgious charter school...Spokane-area school district writes draft letter to state school officials over transgender athletes...and Spokane City Council passes LGBTQ protections.204abortion,charter,christian,church,court,faith,gender,kcis,news,nigeria,oklahoma,religion,religious,school,spokane,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-29-2025--65796634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65796634Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaOnce-powerful Italian cardinal withdraws from participating in upcoming conclave to elect new pope...U-S Supreme Court set to hear religious school case...and V-P Vance speaks on transgender athlete issue.163charter,christian,church,conclave,faith,gender,kcis,kentucky,marriage,news,oklahoma,pope,religion,religious,school,supreme,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-28-2025--65784138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65784138Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaCatholic church leaders set date for electing new Pope...T.D. Jakes setting down from Potter's House...and major fire at historic Memphis church building.165bishop,cardinal,catholic,christian,church,conclave,dolan,faith,israel,jakes,kcis,king,memphis,news,palestinian,pope,potter,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-25-2025--65728104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728104Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaOver 250-thousand people attend public viewing of Pope Francis...details on the Pope's funeral...and opponents and proponents speak out on Manitoba gender expression bill.196christian,church,conclave,faith,funeral,gender,kcis,lulu,manitoba,news,pope,religion,religious,roman,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-24-2025--65712992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65712992Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:41:43 +0000CRISTA MediaTens of thousands pay respects to Pope Francis...outspoken Cardinal able to leave Hong Kong for the Vatican...and South Carolina church shooter trying to overturn death penalty sentence.221cardinal,christian,church,faith,hong,kcis,kong,news,pope,religion,religious,roof,state,summit,update,vatican,zenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-23-2025--65685181https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65685181Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis lies in state...U-S V-P JD Vance comments on meeting Francis on Easter Sunday...and U-S Attorney General convenes task force on anti-Christian bias.170abortion,bias,bondi,christian,church,court,faith,global,international,kcis,local,maryland,national,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-15-2025--65584038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65584038Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal Government freezing funds for Harvard...latest abortion numbers in the U-S...and newest Barna report on Christianity in the U-S.237abortion,arizona,barna,christian,church,faith,harvard,kcis,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-14-2025--65570659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65570659Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge rules on Idaho abortion law...Trump Administration won't allow Medicare to be used for "gender-affirming care" for minors...West Virginia lawmakers pass bill aimed at eliminating DEI policies across state government and education. .and Hungary...195abortion,carolina,christian,church,dei,faith,gender,holy,hungary,idaho,kcis,medicare,news,oz,pope,religion,religious,trump,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-11-2025--65542222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65542222Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFeeral judge rules on immigrant enforcement at houses of worship...missionary abducted while preaching at South African church...and President Trump nominates ambassador-at-large for international religious freedom.228abducted,abortion,baptist,christian,church,faith,governor,immigration,ivf,kansas,kcis,news,pastor,religion,religious,south,tennessee,trump,update,vetofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-10-2025--65530148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65530148Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA Media198ambassador,charles,christian,church,dickens,faith,holiday,huckabee,islam,israel,kcis,king,muslim,news,pope,religion,religious,update,vatican,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-9-2025--65485872more than 60 Christians killed in attacks in Nigeria...and President Trump’s nominee for ambassador tot he Vatican comes before a Senate hearing.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65485872Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA Mediaomeland Security to monitor immigrants' social media for antisemitism... more than 60 Christians killed in attacks in Nigeria...and President Trump’s nominee for ambassador tot he Vatican comes before a Senate hearing.more than 60 Christians killed in attacks in Nigeria...and President Trump’s nominee for ambassador tot he Vatican comes before a Senate hearing.
]]>204ambassador,american,antisemitism,burch,christian,church,faith,fulani,homeland,idol,kcis,news,nicaragua,nigeria,plateau,religion,religious,trump,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-8-2025--65445343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65445343Tue, 08 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal judge rules on part of Illinois abortion law..."misgendering" law passes Colorado House...and group of professors say University of British Columbia is wronguflly engaging in political activity. 195abortion,christian,church,colorado,columbia,dei,faith,gender,illnois,kcis,maine,news,parental,religion,religious,rights,texas,trump,university,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-aptil-7-2025--65409881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65409881Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:53:23 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Trump...Pope Francis makes an appoearance...former D-C cardinal Theodore Mccarrick passes away...and the latest "The Chosen" movie near top of this past week's box office favorites.185cardinal,chosen,christian,church,faith,israel,kcis,mccarrick,news,pope,religion,religious,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-4th-2025--65353340https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65353340Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:46:23 +0000CRISTA MediaKansas Catholic Priest shot to death...attorneys ask full appeals court to review Seattle-area church complaint over abortion coverage...and Englands "Wrestling Church"219abortoin,adf,appeal,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,kansas,kcis,killed,news,priest,religion,religious,stories,update,washington,wrestlingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-3-2025--65339571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65339571Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho's Governor sign bill allowing state taxpayer dollars to fund private, religious and home schooling expenses...Texas legislature hearing bill on 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bills.223california,christian,church,concern,events,faith,gender,issues,kcis,local,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-1-2025--65290498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65290498Tue, 01 Apr 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaEmergency aid ramping up for Myanmar quake victims...pro-life measure closer to becoming law in MIssouri...and two transgender athletic bills intorducted in California .198abortion,antisemitism,california,christian,church,concern,earthquake,faith,gender,harvard,kcis,maryland,missouri,myanmar,news,purse,religion,religious,samaritan,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-31-2025--65260496https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65260496Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaQuake relief challenges in Myanmar...U-S Supreme Court hears Catholic charity case ouf of Wisconsin...and the Pope's doctors discuss his medical improvement.192ai,carolina,catholic,christian,church,concern,court,earthquake,faith,kcis,microsoft,myanmar,news,pope,religion,religious,supreme,update,wisconsin,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-28-2025--65196045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65196045Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Life groups lobby against Planned Parenthood...Maine refuses to comply with Title IX rules regarding transgender athletes...and Utah prohibits flying Pride flags at schools and government buildings.230abortion,christian,church,faith,flag,gender,kcis,lgbtq,maine,musk,news,parenthood,planned,pro-life,religion,religious,texas,title,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-27-2025--65166898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65166898Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump expected to freeze Planned Parenthood funding...New York county clerk stops Texas from taken legal action against doctor for prescribing abortion pills...and Trump Admnistration investigating California Department of Education over...290abortion,california,carolina,christian,church,faith,gender,jakes,kcis,news,parenthood,pew,pill,planned,pro-life,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-26-2025--65139312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65139312Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaNew survey says few Amiericans affirm the Trinity...a bill in Congress would block federal funds for "gender transistion" procedures...and Pope Francis was reportedly close to death last month.303arizona,barna,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,study,survey,trinity,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-25-2025--65110030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65110030Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaNo apologies yet between Maine's governor and President Trump in debate over transgender athlete's in women's sports...federal judge rules on drag show at Texas A&M...and Japanese court orders Uniffication Church in Japan to be dissolved.187abortion,a&m,christian,church,drag,faith,gender,governor,indiana,japan,kcis,maine,mills,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,unification,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-24-2025--65087977https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65087977Mon, 24 Mar 2025 21:28:36 +0000CRISTA MediaMore Israeli strikes on Gaza...Pope is back at the Vatican...and two hot-button bills now law in South Dakota.225christian,church,dakota,faith,gaza,gender,hamas,israel,kcis,kentucky,news,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-21-2025--65019427https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65019427Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaOver a dozen Christian leaders prayed with President Trump in the Oval Office this week...large number of a Texas chapter of Catholic Charities out of a job due in part to freezes in federal payments to refugee resettlement programs...and complaints...177catholic,christian,church,faith,house,indonesia,kcis,michigan,news,prayer,religion,religious,san,st.,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-20-2025--65000022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65000022Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Depaertment of Education decisions in two instances involving transgender athlete participation...judge orders two transgender inmates returned to women's facilities...and a Florida university medical school administrator leaves after DEI comments.220christian,church,dei,education,faith,florida,gender,kcis,maine,news,penn,prison,religion,religious,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-19-2025--64980157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64980157Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge blocks enforcement of transgender troop ban..federal court hearing arguments over an Ohio school district’s gender pronoun policy...Ohio appeals court rules against the state's ban on "gender-affirming care" for minors...and an update on Pope...239abortion,children's,christian,church,faith,gender,houston,kcis,news,ohio,pope,pronoun,religion,religious,seattle,texas,troops,trump,ucla,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-18-2025--64959796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64959796Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump and Putin talk...Israel launches strikes on Gaza...Pope writes a letter on war...and Texas charges midwife for providing illegal abortions.200abortion,christian,church,faith,gaza,hamas,hungary,israel,kcis,news,pope,pride,putin,religion,religious,texas,trump,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-17-2025--64938345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64938345Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaBill in Washington State legislature places limits on social media algorithms used by kids...Texas legislators going after the abortion pill..and Vatican releases first picture of the Pope in a month.213christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-14-2025--64885636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64885636Fri, 14 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington's Schools Superintendent tells districts to follow state law on transgender athletes...Texas governor calls for investigation into whether educators transitioned a student against a parent's wishes...and more than 50 universities being...261chloe,christian,church,cole,dei,faith,gender,grand,houston,kcis,mead,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,turning,update,valley,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-13-2025--64866927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64866927Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Palestinian Columbia University activist to remain in jail following deportation hearing...founding pastor of a Texas megachurch charged with five counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child in Oklahoma...and Mississippi U.S. Senator reintroduces...219abortion,anti-semitic,christian,church,columbia,dakota,faith,gateway,kcis,marriage,mississippi,morris,news,pope,religion,religious,san,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-12-2025--64845003https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64845003Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaSome colleges being warned over alleged antisemitism on campus...Spokane-area school district asking White House to intervene in transgender athlete issue...and the Pope continues his recovery.165abortion,anti-semitism,christian,church,education,faith,gender,kansas,kcis,lutheran,maine,mead,news,pope,religion,religious,spokane,trump,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-11-2025--64818086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64818086Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaReponse to ICE arrest of Comlumbia University student...Oklahoma Supreme Court halts request for proposaals to place Bibles in Public Schools...and Pope Francis gets good news from his doctors.192anti-semitic,christian,church,columbia,court,education,faith,global,hamas,international,kcis,local,national,news,oklahoma,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-10-2025--64794723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64794723Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000CRISTA Media175adf,chief,christian,church,colorado,columbia,conversion,court,faith,fire,kcis,news,palestinian,pope,religion,religious,supreme,therapy,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-7-2025--64754765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64754765Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:50:37 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Pope Francis...large crowds in Jerusalem for first day of Ramadam...and California's governor getting push back from LGBTQ group on latest transgender comments.184california,christian,church,davis,faith,gender,global,international,jerusalem,kcis,lgbtq,national,news,newsom,pope,ramadan,religion,religious,u.c.,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-6-2025--64736546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64736546Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion pill review brought up in Senate confirmation hearings for head of the FDA...abortion news out of Missouri and Arizona...and an update on the Pope's health.203abortion,arizona,christian,church,faith,fda,gender,global,international,kcis,local,missouri,national,news,pill,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-5-2025--64716441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64716441Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump administration dropping emergency abortion case in Idaho...Moses Lake School Board to vote on policy on transgender athletes...and an update on Pope Francis.134abortion,christian,church,faith,gender,global,idaho,international,kcis,lake,lent,local,moses,national,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-3-2025--64678971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64678971Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope suffers a setback...Washington State Sentate passes clergy reporting law...and U.S. Dpeatment of Eduction opens Title IX investigation of Washington State school district.159abuse,act,child,christian,church,confession,education,face,faith,ix,kcis,news,nine,religion,religious,sentate,title,tumater,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-28-2025--64633010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64633010Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:35:27 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Poe's condition...V-P Vance weighs in on Pope's criticism of White House immigration policy...and Iowa lawmakers remove transgenderism as a protect class.176bible,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,iowa,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,school,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-27-2025--64610648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64610648Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope update...Trump executive order on transgender troops expanded...and Education Department launches "End DEI" web portal.222abortion,christian,church,dei,education,faith,gender,kcis,labor,local,military,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-26-2025--64592155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64592155Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis health update...initial hearings today for three pro-life Trump Cagniet picks...U-S Supreme Court hears sex discrimination case...and drop in the number of Americans identifying as Christian has leveled off.241abortion,cabinet,christian,church,court,faith,global,international,kcis,national,news,pew,pope,pro-life,religion,religious,supreme,survey,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tussday-february-25-2025--64569400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64569400Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on the Pope...Seattle judge blocks President Trump's effort to halt refugee admissions system...and an investigation is underway of an incident at an Idaho town hall.212christian,church,faith,global,idaho,international,kcis,local,national,news,pope,refugee,religion,religious,seattle,trump,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-24-2025--64548497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64548497Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court declines to hear abortion clinic "buffer zone" challenges...immigration enforcement actions temporarily blocked at select houses of worship...an update on Pope Francis...and President Trump on possible peacekeepers in Ukraine.198abortion,buffer,christian,church,court,faith,immigration,kcis,news,peacekeepers,pope,putin,quakers,religion,religious,supreme,trump,update,vatican,zonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-21-2025--64499985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64499985Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Pepe's health...judge refuses to block halt in fuding of Catholic resettlement program..and Iadho bill would end working with Washington State on doctor training due to potential abortion funding.207abortion,bishop,catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,georgia,health,idaho,kcis,montana,news,oregon,pope,religion,religious,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-20-2025--64481380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64481380Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:30:08 +0000CRISTA MediaPope health update...Ten Commandment displays being argued at Appeals Court...and Vice President Vance talks on American culture and masculinity.173brooklyn,christian,church,commandments,cpac,faith,global,international,kcis,local,louisiana,montana,national,news,pope,religion,religious,ten,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wedneday-february-19-2025--64457601and Catholic bishops sue White House on halt to refugee resettlement funding.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64457601Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump signs executive order on IVF...judge hears arguments on Trump's ban on transgender troops... and Catholic bishops sue White House on halt to refugee resettlement funding.and Catholic bishops sue White House on halt to refugee resettlement funding.]]>172catholic,gender,giorgia,hospital,italian,ivf,meloni,news,pope,premier,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-18-2025--64439084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64439084Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on the Pope's health...Trump ultimatum on school diversity initiatives...and California bill on transgender athletes in girls sports.190athlete,california,center,christian,christmas,church,dei,faith,gender,global,kcis,kennedy,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-17-2025--64422390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64422390Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis remains at Rome hospital...Israel's Primie Minister moving ahead with President Trump's Gaza proposal...and U.S. Army banning enlistees identifying as transgender.194army,christian,church,commandment,faith,gaza,gender,georgoa,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-14-2025--64382733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64382733Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis is hospitalized...judge blocks Trump exectuive orders on "gender-affirming care"...and Texas judge fines New York doctor for prescribing abortion drugs.235abortion,care,christian,church,faith,gender,global,governor,international,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,update,washington,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thurday-february-13-2025--64363800https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64363800Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother global faith-based furloughing employees due to funding cuts...Washignton State speeds up birth certificate gender change process...and a push to get New York abortion doctor to stand trial in  Louisiana for sending abortion pill through the...165abortion,birth,california,certificate,christian,church,department,education,faith,gender,immigration,kcis,minnesota,news,refugee,religion,service,update,washington,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-12-2025--64346169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64346169Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaBritish Columbia women’s college basketball championships moved from Christian College...some Christian aid groups respond to USAID cuts...and new report on antisemitism in the U-S.217antisemitism,bible,christian,church,college,columbia,faith,gender,graham,kcis,news,purse,religion,religious,samaritan's,update,usaid,vancouverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-11-2025--64327576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64327576Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPreident Trump meets with King of Jordan...Pope crticiizes Trump's immigration plan...and more than 2 dozen religious groups file suit over potential arrests in houses of worship.262abdullah,border,christian,church,faith,gaza,israel,jordan,kcis,king,news,pope,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-10-2025--64304542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64304542Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump comments on Gaza plan...Catholic Church leader concerned over USAID cuts...and Bible readings in Idaho public schools is being considered.194bible,catholic,christian,church,faith,gaza,idaho,immigrant,isrel,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,school,texas,trump,update,usaid,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-7-2025--64257102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64257102Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:43:44 +0000CRISTA Media192children's,christian,church,faith,gender,global,hospital,international,kcis,local,military,national,ncaa,news,religion,religious,seattle,trump,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-6-2025--64234519https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64234519Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast...Trump challenges International Olympic Committee over transgender athletes...and Texas man executed for killing a Dallas area pastor.236breakfast,christian,church,execution,faith,gender,global,god,kcis,national,news,olympic,pastor,prayer,religion,religious,spokane,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-5-2025--64212085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64212085Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to President Trump's Gaza comments...Trump order on women's and girls sports...and Children's Hospital in L-A pausing "gender affirming care" for those under 19.200abortion,bible,california,christian,church,faith,gaza,gender,international,kcis,news,prayer,reaction,religion,religious,school,texas,trump,update,vafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-4-2025-updated--64196591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64196591Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:31:27 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump says the U.S. should be in charge of Gaza....plus the rest of today's original version of Newmakers.221christian,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-4-2025--64192467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64192467Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaWhite House reiterates call for Arab nations to relocate displaced Palestinians in the war-torn territory...Trump administration opens new investigations into antisemitism allegations at five U.S. universities... and an execution scheduled this week...215antisemitism,apple,campus,christian,church,eu,execution,faith,gaza,gender,israel,kcis,news,pastor,religion,religious,texas,transition,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-3-2025--64174352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64174352Mon, 03 Feb 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaNFL's New Orleans Saints alleged to be far more involved in helping Catholic Church leaders confronted with clergy sex abuse crisis...new law in New York to protect doctors who prescribe abortion pills out of state...and Texas governor wants to ban...183abortion,carter,catholic,christian,church,dei,faith,global,grammy,international,kcis,louisiana,national,new,news,religion,religious,saints,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-31-2025--64053307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64053307Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaConversation between Washinton State 31st District Republican Senator Phil Fortunato and a member of Human Life of Washington about controversial chemical abortion bill.29131st,abortion,auburn,bill,district,forunato,human,life,pill,senator,state,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-30-2025--64052654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64052654Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:32:40 +0000CRISTA MediaPrayer vigil for D-C plane crash...Israel hostage swaps...and federal ruling on using Bible verses at Arizona school board meeting.214alberta,arizona,bible,christian,church,crash,faith,isfael,kansas,kcis,new,prayer,regan,religion,religious,update,verses,vigil,washington,wichitafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-29-2025--64010779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64010779Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaCalifornia drops all charges against two undercover pro-life activists...Washington Interscholastic Activities Association to vote amendments that would affect transgender athletes...and Amazon Prime Video releases trailer for biblical epic series...208abortion,amazon,christian,church,daleiden,david,faith,gender,india,kcis,news,parenthood,planned,prime,religion,religious,stampede,trump,washington,wiaafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-28-2025--63971633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63971633Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump signs executive orders focused on the military...ICE being sued by Quaker church congregations...and Israel's Prime Minister to visit the White House next week.177christian,church,dei,faith,gender,ice,international,israel,kcis,microsoft,military,national,netanyahu,news,quaker,religion,religious,tiktok,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-27-2025--63938514 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63938514Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump expected sign an executive order banning transgender troops..a trial is underway in North Dakota's ban on "gender-affirming care" for minors...and Vice President Vance reponds to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' criticism or... ]]>205catholic,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-updated-friday-january-24-2025--63885778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63885778Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:59:28 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump and Vance speak at March for Life...and U-S Department of Justice will largely stop prosecuting people who stop women from accessing abortions. 118abortion,christian,church,department,faith,jusitice,kcis,life,march,news,protestor,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-24-2025--63882077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63882077Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:30:30 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump pardons pro-life activists...March for LIfe in Wahsington, D-C today...and U-S House passes "Born-Alive" abortion bill.196abortion,born-alive,christian,church,d-c,faith,kcis,life,march,news,pardon,pro,religion,religious,ten,trump,update,vance,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-22-2025--63823412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63823412Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:33:56 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to Tuesday's inagural prayer service...Whie House changes to affirmative action and DEI...and Texas considering bans on abortion drugs.196abortion,budde,buddy,cathedral,christian,church,dei,faith,gender,kcis,national,news,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-21-2025--63790122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63790122Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Trump attends National Prayer Service...Trump comments on transgender athletes...VA abortions being addressed at Senate confirmation hearings...and former head of Planned Parenthood has died.210abortion,cecile,christian,church,collins,faith,gender,kcis,news,parenthood,planned,prayer,religion,religious,richards,service,trump,update,vafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-17-2025--63730077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63730077Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal Judge allows three new states to challenge nationwide access to abortion pill ...Israel’s security Cabinet recommends approval of a Gaza ceasefire deal...and U-S Supreme Court rules on TikTok.212abortion,ceasefire,christian,church,faith,gaza,hamas,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,texas,tiktok,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-16-2025--63717482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63717482Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaLast-minute dispute with Hamas holding up Israeli approval of ceasefire...group of convictred pro-life supporters asking President-Elect Trump for a pardon...and the Pope injured in a fall.194abortion,christian,church,dc,d-c,faith,florida,gaza,gender,hamas,israel,kcis,news,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-15-2025--63703875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63703875Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraell-Hamas ceasefire deal...Open Doors releases 2025 World Watch List...and group led by former Vice President Mike Pence opposing confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.200abortion,cease-fire,christian,church,dakota,doors,faith,gaza,hamas,israel,kcis,kennedy,list,news,open,religion,religious,update,watch,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-14-2025--63692073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63692073Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Supreme Court deciding the fate of a Catholic non-profit...abortion restriction bills being introduced in Mississippi and Tennessee...and an autobiography of Pope Francis being released today.162abortion,border,christian,church,commandments,concern,faith,illegal,immigrants,kcis,mississippi,news,pope,religion,religious,supreme,tennessee,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-13-2025--63678755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63678755Mon, 13 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaBreakthrough in Mideast cease-fire talks is on the horizon...a new attack in Nigeria by Boko Haram...and President Biden awards medial to Pope Francis.201biden,boko,christian,church,faith,hamas,harman,hindu,india,international,israel,kcis,mideast,national,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-10-2025--63642452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63642452Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears TikTok case...North Dakota trying to post Ten Commandments in Public Schools...and Anita Bryant dies at 84.146abortion,anita,bryant,christian,church,commandments,court,dakota,faith,international,kcis,national,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,supreme,texas,tiktok,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-9-2025--63629331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63629331Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer U.S. President Jimmy Carter honored with two funerals...Firefighters continue to battle the Los Angeles fires...and federal judge blocks attempt to add "gender identity" to rules regarding sex discrimination in schools.192abortion,angeles,california,carter,christian,church,faith,fire,gender,kcis,mexico,news,ohio,president,religion,religious,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-8-2025--63617246https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63617246Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaMultiple massive wildfires in Southern California...a women's college basketball team won't play a Christian College over previous alleged mistreatment of a transgender teammate...and the latest of the Ten Commandments in public schools.210altadena,angeles,basketball,bc,british,christian,church,columbia,eaton,faith,fire,gender,jewish,kcis,nanaimo,news,religion,religious,temple,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-7-2025--63604881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63604881Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden attends prayer service for victims of New Orleans attack...Meta is revamping its fact-checking program...and a federal judge rules in Washington State University Covid-19 lawsuit.209biden,christian,church,covid,facebook,fact-checking,faith,football,instagram,kcis,meta,news,orleans,prayer,religion,religious,rolovich,texas,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-6-2025--63593538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63593538Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:30:36 +0000CRISTA MediaAlong with celebratng Ephiphany, Pope Francis names new archbishop of Washington, D-C...it's Orthdox Christmas Eve...and abortion the leading cause of death worldwide in 2024.163abortion,archbishop,cardinal,christian,christmas,church,dc,diego,epiphany,francis,grand,mcelroy,michigan,orthodix,pope,rapids,reformed,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-3-2025--63563732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63563732Fri, 03 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA Media  A "God gap" exists among members of the incoming 119th Congress...a battle is brewing between Southern Methodist University and the United Methodist Church over LGBT clergy and same-sex marriage...and  Apple is settling a lawsuit related to...174apple,christian,church,congress,faith,global,god,international,kcis,local,methodist,national,news,religion,religious,siri,smu,southern,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-2-2025--63548630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63548630Thu, 02 Jan 2025 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaNew information in New Orleans rampage...FBI says it disrupted alleged plot to kill employees of a pro-Israel organization in Florida...and the Pope doubles-down on abortion.228abortion,abundant,catholic,christian,church,faith,fbi,florida,isis,jewish,kcis,life,madison,new,news,orleans,pope,religion,religious,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-31-2024--63529169and Pope Francis kicks off 2025 Holy Year.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63529169Tue, 31 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaScores of Christians killed in attacks in Nigeria...Evangelical Pastor killed in Colombia... and Pope Francis kicks off 2025 Holy Year.and Pope Francis kicks off 2025 Holy Year.]]>178abortion,catholic,christian,church,colombia,faith,florida,fulani,herdsmen,holy,kcis,news,nigeria,pastor,pope,religion,religious,shot,update,yearfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-30-2024--63519109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63519109Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaRemembering former President Carter's post-presidential ministry.155baptist,carter,christian,church,faith,georgia,global,international,kcis,local,maranatha,national,news,president,religion,religious,school,sunday,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-20-2024--63421602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63421602Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaWisconsin school shooting update..Texas school district returning the Bible to libraries...and President Biden to visit the Vatican.220abundant,bible,biden,christian,church,faith,kcis,life,madison,news,pope,religion,religious,school,shooting,texas,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-19-2024--63400215https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63400215Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaNew details in Abundant Life school shooting case...19 states now supporting Louisiana's Ten Commandents law...and Ohio legislature passes "Parent's BIll of Rights".151abundant,bill,christian,church,commandment,faith,kcis,life,louisiana,madison,news,ohio,parent's,religion,religious,rights,school,schooting,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-18-2024--63380154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63380154Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaVigil and prayer service held for victims of Wisconsin Christian school shooting...religious schism reportedly turns deadly in Nigeria...U-S Senate votes on cutting off funding of trasngender treatments for minors of military members...and U-S Supreme...252abortion,abundant,carolina,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,life,madison,methodist,news,nigeria,planned,religion,school,senate,supreme,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-17-2024--63358175https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63358175Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaWisconsin Christian school shooting update..an Australian state government proposes ban on demonstrations outside places of worship....and Pope Francis reveals apparent bombing plot during 2021 visit to Iraq.197abundant,australia,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,life,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,school,shooting,update,victoria,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-16-2024-evening-update--63347422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63347422Tue, 17 Dec 2024 01:55:33 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on shooting at Wisconsin Christian school...Texas suing aNew York doctor for mailing the abortion pill...and Syrian churches repopen for first time after Assad's ouster.142abundant,christiian,life,madison,school,shooting,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-16-2024--63344020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63344020Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaShooting at Wisconsin Christian school...Texas suing aNew York doctor for mailing the abortion pill...and Syrian churches repopen for first time after Assad's ouster.165abortion,abundant,christian,faith,kcis,life,madison,news,religion,religious,school,shooting,syria,texas,update,wisconsin,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-13-2024--63306974
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63306974Fri, 13 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaUnited Kingdom extendis ban on puberty blockers for children.  ancient relic returns to Notre Dame..and the chaplain of the U.S. Senate expected to recover after having a medical emergency.
]]>184abortion,blocker,chaplain,christian,church,dame,faith,kcis,news,notre,puberty,religion,religious,senate,thorns,time,trump,uk,update,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-12-2024--63289418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63289418Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington Interscholastic Activities Association will consider policy changes concerning transgender athletes...federal appeals court does away with Nasdaq rules designed to ensure boardroom diversity...and a significant number of American teens say...262christian,church,diversity,faith,gender,hero,kcis,medal,media,montana,nasdaq,news,pew,religion,religious,social,teen,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-11-2024--63273498]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63273498Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal court hears Idaho abortion ban law...Montana Supreme Court allows "gender-affirming medical care" for minors to continue for now...and votes to come on U-S Department of Defense policy bill that inclues ban on coverage for gender dysphoria...]]>157abortion,christian,church,faith,gender,global,idaho,international,kcis,local,military,montana,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-10-2024--63257537]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63257537Tue, 10 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho's abortion ban heading back to federal appeals court...U-S Suprme Court will not hear challenge to a Wisconsin school districts gender policy...and Canadian LBTBQ groups asking a court to stop Alberta gender law.]]>189abortion,alberta,canada,christian,church,faith,gender,global,haiti,idaho,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-9-2024--63243669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63243669Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaTikTok asking for emergency motion to stop law banning it from going into effect next month...New Jersey's Governor bans books book bans...and the Pope's message heading into the Christmas season166adventist,ban,book,california,christian,church,faith,global,jersy,kcis,local,nativity,news,pope,religion,religious,school,shooting,tiktok,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-6-2024--63193448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63193448Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaMissouri's new constitutional amendmen on abortion is set to go into effect today...we're learning more about a 56-year-old man who shot two kindergarten students at a Christian school in California this week...and the cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris...188abortion,adventist,byu,california,catholic,christian,church,dame,faith,kcis,missouri,news,notre,paris,providence,religion,religious,school,shooting,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-5-2024--63174110religious liberty laws in Texas are being tested.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63174110Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian school shooting in California..groups pushing to nullify Arizona's 15-week abortion ban...and religious liberty laws in Texas are being tested.religious liberty laws in Texas are being tested.]]>164abortion,adventist,antonio,arizona,california,christian,church,faith,freedom,international,kcis,native,news,religion,religious,school,shooting,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-4-2024--63148949https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63148949Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears Tennessee case on “gender-affirming care” for minors...tree transgender bills are set to become law in Alberta...and two leading golf organizations have updated their gender policies.174abortion,alberta,christian,church,court,faith,gender,golf,kcis,lpga,missouri,news,religion,religious,supreme,tennessee,update,usgafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-decmber-3-2024--63132321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63132321Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaMost of an Idaho’s abrotion law allowed to take effect for now...California's Attorney General out with new legislation to protect abortion rights...President-elect Trump to attempt Notre Dame reopening...and Bible sales are spiking.177abortion,bible,california,christian,church,dame,faith,france,idaho,international,israel,kcis,national,news,notre,religion,religious,spokane,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-2-2024--63111425]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63111425Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U-S Supreme Court takes up "gender-affirming" treatment for minors this week...skirmishes breakout in midst of a middle-east ceasefire...and Notre Dame cathedral reopens this week.]]>142christian,church,court,dame,faith,gender,hezbollah,israel,jakes,kcis,lebanon,news,notre,religion,religious,supreme,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-22-2024--62970653]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62970653Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:34:49 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Dakota Supreme Court hears arguments to reinstate abortion ban...San Antonio, Texas, City Council decides not to fund travel costs for out-of-state abortions...and transgender athletes in girls sports playing out in two New Hampshire federal...]]>186abortion,christian,church,concern,dakota,faith,gender,global,hampshire,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,stories,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-21-2024--62959170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62959170Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaPresidential Medal of Freedom given to former head of Planned Parenthood...legislation to ban children under 16 from social media has been introduced in Australia's Parliament...and more financial troubles at the Vatican.153australia,ban,christian,church,faith,freedom,global,international,kcis,medal,media,news,pakistan,parenthood,planned,religion,religious,social,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-20-2024--62898228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62898228Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:30:07 +0000CRISTA MediaThe Bible at the center of separate decisions in Louisiana and Texas...U-S House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks out on new transgender member of Congress...and President-elect Trump taps leaders for the Education Department and The Centers for 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Kennedy Jr. as head of the Department of Health and Human Services...Texas State Board of Education to vote on curriculum including Bible stories...and several Oklahoma school districts react...]]>171abortion,bible,christian,church,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,oklahoma,pence,pope,religion,religious,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-15-2024--62759149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62759149Fri, 15 Nov 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaFBI says it stopped potential terrorist plot targeting Houston synagogues ...prominent Jewish organizations criticizing President-elect Trump's pick for Attorney General...and Indiana's ban on transgender treatments for minors upheld by federal...198christian,church,faith,gender,global,indiana,international,jewish,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-14-2024--62742311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62742311Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaSpokane-area school district will delay sending a letter to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association asking it to reconsider its policy concerning transgender athletes...Oklahoma State Department of Education launching an Office of...196abortion,bathroom,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,oklahoma,religion,religious,spokane,update,varticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-13-2024--62726110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62726110Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana appealing Ten Commandments court ruling...appeals court to hear legal battle over Florida's restrictions on gender dysphoria treatments...and brief filed with U.S. Supreme Court over student free speech rights.172appeal,christian,church,commandments,faith,gender,global,international,iran,israel,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,religion,religious,speech,ten,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-12-2024--62721732
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62721732Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:53:19 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments law...head of the Church of England resigns...and New Zealand’s Prime Minister makes formal apology for abuse of children and vulnerable adults in state, foster and faith-based care.
]]>133canterbury,christian,church,commandments,faith,global,international,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,religion,religious,update,welby,zealandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-11-2024--62695626https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62695626Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican responds to Trump's election...Wisconsin Supreme Court takes up abortion ban...and protests ramp up over transgernder athletes in women's sports.213abortion,christian,church,faith,gender,jose,kcis,news,religion,religious,san,seattle,state,trump,update,vatican,volleyball,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-8-2024--62670173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62670173Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:50:56 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on death of Minnesota missionary in Angola...violence against Jewish soccer fans in Amsterdam...and break down of religious vote in 2024 U-S Presidential Election.232christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-7-2024--62657455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62657455Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:31:51 +0000CRISTA MediaEvangelical support for Trump is high once again...at least two states say they'll defend abortion from a Trump administration...and Trump's impact on the U-S Supreme Court.341abortion,australia,california,christian,church,evangelical,faith,ferguson,inslee,kcis,nationalism,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,same-sex,social,supreme,trump,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-6-2024--62643843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62643843Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion measures pass in 7 of ten states where they were on the ballot...Voters sided against school choice in both Kentucky and Nebraska...voter side against school choice in Kentucky and Nebraska...and 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poll on Florida abortion and marijuana amendments...and two people injured at California church shooting.154abortion,california,christian,church,election,faith,florida,global,harris,international,kcis,local,marijuana,national,news,pot,religion,religious,shooting,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-1-2024--62584546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62584546Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on killing of American Christian Missionary in Angola...and man accused of shooting Jewish man near a Chicago synagogue facing terrorism and hate crime charges.141angola,chicago,christian,church,faith,global,international,jewish,kcis,local,missionary,muslim,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-31-2024--62574027https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62574027Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCatholic hospital in California is agreeing to provide emergency abortions...A ban on protesting outside of abortion clinics in England and Wales has gone into effect...and British Columbia Supreme Court grants temporary injunction to stop a woman...203abortion,b-c,california,catholic,christian,church,columbia,dying,england,eureka,faith,international,kcis,news,prayer,religion,religious,uk,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-30-2024--62559858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62559858Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal lawsuit filed by former Liberty University employee fired after disclosing being a transgender woman..lawsuit filed in Texas under a new law banning "transgender treatments" for childrenn...and the Girl Scouts respond to decision by 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of the polical aisle behind Vice President Harris...and large gathering of Christians in South Korea praying for repentance, revival and...154abortion,amendment,angola,cheney,christian,church,faith,florida,holiness,kcis,korea,liz,minnesota,news,religion,religious,repentance,revival,south,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-25-2024--62505054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62505054Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge rules on Ohio abortion ban...new poll shows South Dakota abortion amdendment a toss-up...and another forfeit against San Jose State Women's Volleyball team.191abortion,christian,church,concern,dakota,faith,fascist,gender,holocaust,jose,kcis,nevada,news,ohio,religion,religious,update,volleyballfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-24-2024--62493048]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62493048Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump speaks at Charlie Kirk rally in Georgia...Florida's Governor challenging TV ad supporting abortion ballot measure...and Colorado court case on animals rights.]]>192abortion,british,charlie,christian,church,colorado,columbia,dakota,elephant,faith,florida,georgia,jewish,kcis,kirk,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-23-2024--62476255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62476255Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Secretary of State pushes again for end of Israeli war with Hamas...Florida Governor DeSantis continues his campaign against abortion amendment...and Vice President Harris heads to Texas Friday to highlight the state's abortion ban.199abortion,blinken,christian,christmas,church,faith,florida,gender,golf,harris,israel,kcis,news,parade,religion,religious,tennessee,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-22nd-2024--62466072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62466072Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer President Trump and Vice President Harris try to reach Christian voters...and U-S Secretary of State Blinken is back in the Middle East.157carolina,christian,church,faith,florida,georgia,global,harris,international,israel,kcis,lebanon,local,national,news,religion,religious,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-21-2024--62443025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62443025Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana's "Ten Commandments" law goes before federal judge...White House proposes free birth-control plan...and Olympia man sentenced for attacks on several Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Halls.141birth,christian,church,commandment,control,faith,fda,house,kcis,louisiana,methodist,news,plan,religion,religious,smu,ten,texas,white,witnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-18-2024--62414559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62414559Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAttorneys general of three states are seeking to roll back access to the abortion pill mifepristone...a lawsuit has been filed against Oklahoma's Superintendent over Bible mandate...and University of Nevada-Reno clarifies decision on women's...214abortion,bible,christian,church,faith,gender,idaho,jose,kansas,kcis,mifepristone,missouri,nevada,news,oklahoma,pill,religion,religious,san,volleyballfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-16-2024--62387974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62387974Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump talks about IVF, female sports at women's Town hall...Nevada-Reno players and the University come to different conclusions on playing against transgender opponent...and Lufthansa fined for refusing boarding for Jewish passengers.222abortion,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,jewish,jose,kcis,local,national,nevada,news,religion,religious,san,trump,update,volleyballfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-15-2024--62377165https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62377165Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMajority-Christian village struck in Lebanon...Christian College in Georgia files federal lawsuit over student financial aid programs...and Catholic Bishop speaks out on West Virginia assisted-suicide Amendment.162adf,assisted,christian,church,college,faith,gender,global,international,israel,kcis,lebanon,local,national,news,religion,religious,rice,texas,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-14-2024--62363151]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62363151Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State Attorney General urging federal judge to end restrictions on the abortion drug mifepristone... JD Vance says Republican party doesn't want tax payer funded abortions....former President Trump to hold town hall event just for...]]>180abortion,carolina,christian,church,faith,ferguson,global,harris,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,spokane,trump,update,vance,washington,westborofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-11-2024--62335272https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62335272Fri, 11 Oct 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaTwo former employees of Alaska Airlines appealing a ruling against their claims of religious discrimination...Montana's Governor criticizing rulings by the Montana Supreme Court concerning abortion...and Ukranian President Zelensky met today with Pope...170abortion,airlines,alaska,appeals,christian,church,concern,court,faith,indiana,international,kcis,kippur,montana,news,religion,religious,ukraine,update,yomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-10-2024--62316757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62316757Thu, 10 Oct 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaBlocks on abortion restrictions and rules in Montana will continue to be on hold for now...One-in-five Texas OB-GYNs are considering leaving the state...and a CDC survey says a little more than three percent of U.S. high school students identify as...184abortion,anti-semitic,cdc,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,global,international,kcis,local,montana,national,news,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-9-2024--62303416https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62303416Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu talks with Biden, Harris and Trump...and a Christian in Iran who was tortured and sentenced to 10 years in prison for involvement with a house church has been released.156bible,biden,christian,church,concern,events,faith,harris,iran,israel,issues,kcis,netanyahu,news,program,religion,religious,stories,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-8-2024--62289336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62289336Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael says it has killed the successor to the head of Hezbollah...Kamala Harris and Donald Trump hold both mark the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel...and another court victory for cake artist Jack Phillips.215artist,cake,charter,christian,church,colorado,court,faith,harris,israel,jack,jewish,kcis,news,oklahoma,phillips,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-7-2024--62274250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62274250Mon, 07 Oct 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court lets stand a decision barring emergency abortions that violate the law in Texas...Georgia's Supreme Court reinstates the state's six-week abortion ban...and Israelis mark October 7, 2023 attacks.210abortion,christian,church,court,faith,gender,georgia,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,supreme,tennessee,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-4-2024--62236180https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62236180Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFranklin Graham says God is faithful amid suffering in aftermath of Hurricane Helene...heightened  security across the country at synagogues and other places of worship ahead of the anniversary of October 7th Hamas attack on Israel...and one of New...182abortion,bible,california,carolina,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,graham,helene,jersey,jewish,kcis,oklahoma,religion,religious,samaritan,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-3-2024--62214798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62214798Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMelania Trump confirms she supports abortion rights...President Biden speaks on Iranian missile attack on Israel...and Virginia school board settles with former teacher  over a student's preferred pronouns.170abortion,biden,christian,church,faith,gender,israel,kcis,license,melania,mormon,news,pronoun,religion,religious,temple,texas,trump,vegas,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-2-2024--62199998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62199998Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Vice-Presidential candidates debate abortion...California suing Catholic hospital for allegedly refusing to provide an emergency abortion...and diplomatic response to Tuesday's Iranian missle attack on Israel.217abortion,california,christian,church,debate,faith,hospital,iran,israel,kcis,news,religion,religious,update,vance,walzfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-1-2024--62183676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62183676Tue, 01 Oct 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIran launches missiles at israel...Samaritan's Purse responds to Helene victims...and Georgia judge strikes down state’s abortion law.189abortion,christian,church,faith,georgia,hamas,helene,hezbollah,iran,israel,kcis,lebanon,louisiana,news,ohio,religion,religious,samaritan,update,westervillefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-30-2024--62169131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62169131Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis doubles down on abortion...Pentagon sending additional troops to the MIddle East...and parent sues California school district over assigned reading of gender identity book.197abortion,belgium,california,christian,church,concern,encinitas,faith,gender,hezbollah,international,israel,kcis,lebanon,national,news,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-26-2024--62120086York 's Attorney General from trying to stop promotion of abortion pill reversal treatment...and Pope Francis starts new European visit in Luxembourg.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62120086Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Life OB-GYNs call on American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists to join then to combat misinformation surrounding abortion drugs and state laws..federal judge temporarily blocks New York 's Attorney General from trying to stop promotion...York 's Attorney General from trying to stop promotion of abortion pill reversal treatment...and Pope Francis starts new European visit in Luxembourg.]]>254abortion,christian,church,faith,georgia,global,international,kcis,local,luxembourg,national,news,pope,religion,religious,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-25-2024--62107252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62107252Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:07:34 +0000CRISTA MediaSenator Joe Manchin won't endorse Vice President Harris over promise to change Senate rules to codifying abortion rights...Governor Ron DeSantis says Flordia should promote a culture of life and not expand abortion...and asocation of OBGYN's who were...190abortion,amendment,carnegie,christian,church,dakota,desantis,faith,florida,international,kcis,local,manchin,national,news,pennsylvania,religion,religious,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-24-2024--62094721is retiring as a pastor at Stonebriar Community Church of Frisco, Texas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62094721Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCase against South Dakota abortion ballot measure won't be resolved until after the General Election...a trial is underway in lawsuit seeking to overturn Missouri law blocking minors from accessing puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones...and Insight...is retiring as a pastor at Stonebriar Community Church of Frisco, Texas.]]>171abortion,alberta,christian,church,concern,dakota,faith,gender,insight,kcis,lving,missouri,news,religion,religious,statue,swindoll,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-23-2024--62082134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62082134Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaTennessee law banning adults from helping minors get an abortion without parental permission put on hold...lawwuit over Missouri law restrictng minors from being able to access puberty and hormone blockers goes to court today...and another physical...151abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,global,harris,international,kcis,local,missiouri,national,news,pope,religion,religious,tennessee,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-20-2024--62048521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62048521Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDonald Trump speaks to Jewish donors while Kamala Harris to campaign on abortion...and the growth of Christian Schoos across the U-S.266abortion,anti-semitism,christian,church,conservative,dakota,d-c,faith,georgia,harris,iowa,jewish,kcis,news,religion,religious,republican,school,trump,voucherfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-19-2024--62033721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62033721Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDonald Trump courts Jewish community while Kamala Harris enlists prominent members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...group of U-S Senators condemning resolution against Israel submitted by the Palestinian Mission to the UN...and...200anti-semitism,arizona,brooklyn,christian,church,faith,gender,harris,jewish,kcis,lds,mormon,news,president,religion,religious,trump,update,wisconsin,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-18-2024--62015934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62015934Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media“New phase” of war in the MIddle East...Kentucky Governor bans "conversion therapy"...and minors on Instagram will be required to have only "protected" accounts.202bible,christian,church,conversion,faith,hezbollah,instagram,international,israel,kcis,kentucky,lebanon,meta,national,news,religion,religious,texas,therapy,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-17-2024--61996691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61996691Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:48:27 +0000CRISTA MediaTHe U-S Senate votes again on IVF...andGeorgia's Governor and the Trump campaign gather at Faith & Freedom Coalition dinner in Atlanta.175abortion,christian,church,faith,freedom,georgia,global,international,ivf,kcis,kemp,local,national,news,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-16-2024--61859010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61859010Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJD Vance set to speak today at Georgia Faith & Freedom dinner..."X" moves to Texas...and Christian pastor from California released from prison in China. 180california,china,christian,church,faith,georgia,international,kcis,lin,local,national,news,pastor,released,religion,religious,texas,trump,vance,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-13-2024--61496184https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61496184Fri, 13 Sep 2024 20:36:25 +0000CRISTA MediaPope calls out both U.S. presidential candidates for "anti-life" policies on abortion and migration...voters to decide Nebraska's abortion law...and North Dakota to appeal overturning of the state's abortion ban.279abortion,christian,church,congress,dakota,faith,harris,kcis,lynyrd,nebraska,news,pope,religion,religious,skynyrd,trump,update,uw,washington,zantfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-11-2024--61350019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61350019Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:30:24 +0000CRISTA MediaAs expected, abortion came up during the Presidential Debate...abortion will be on the ballot in Missouri...and Pope Francis heads to Singapore.164christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-9-2024--61313565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61313565Mon, 09 Sep 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAtlanta-area church services help the community cope with the nation’s latest deadly school shooting...Missouri's Supreme Court set to decide the fate of an abortion rights amendment....and Pope Francis continues the longest tour of his papacy.148abortion,apalachee,atlanta,christian,church,east,faith,global,international,kcis,local,missouri,national,news,pope,religion,religious,shooting,timor,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-6-2024--61287390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61287390Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Life groups in Texas respond to Harris abortion claims...California City Council approves ordinance in opposition to California's youth transgender and sexuality notification policies...and Pope Francis is in Papua, New Guinea on second leg of...204abortion,california,christian,church,faith,gender,global,huntington,international,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,school,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-5-2024--61276523 Alaska judge rules on state abortion law......and Pope Francis vists Southeast Asia’s largest mosque.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61276523Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaThousands of signatures on Florida abortion initiative getting a late review... Alaska judge rules on state abortion law......and Pope Francis vists Southeast Asia’s largest mosque. Alaska judge rules on state abortion law......and Pope Francis vists Southeast Asia’s largest mosque.]]>232abortion,alaska,christian,church,faith,florida,global,international,kcis,local,mosque,national,news,nicaragua,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmaker-wednesday-september-4-2024--61265346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61265346Wed, 04 Sep 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaBremerton School District will have to pay settlement with former football coach Joe Kennedy... In briefs to the U-S Supreme Court, roups of Republicans and Democrats are opposing a ‘transgender care’ ban for minors in Tennessee...and while speaking...193abortion,birth,bremerton,certificate,christian,church,court,faith,football,gender,juliet,kcis,kennedy,nebraska,prayer,religion,religious,supreme,tennessee,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-3-2024--61254413]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61254413Tue, 03 Sep 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaVigil for Israeli hostages killed in Gaza draws hundreds to Mercer Island...changes at Columbia University after last spring's campus protests against the war in Gaza...and Pope Francis is visiting Muslim majority Indonesia.]]>143christian,church,columbia,faith,francis,gaza,hamas,indonesia,international,israel,kcis,local,mercer,national,news,paraguay,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-30-2024--61213942rules on challenge to Title IX's religious exemption.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61213942Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump discusses IVF insurance , tax breaks for newborn expenes, and Florida's abortion vote...Pro-Life leaders respond to Trump's comments...and U.S. 9th Circuit Court of...rules on challenge to Title IX's religious exemption.]]>2379th,abortion,christian,church,circuit,court,faith,ivf,ix,kcis,national,news,nine,ninth,pro-life,religion,religious,title,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-29-2024--61201843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61201843Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal appeals court won't hear arguments in a lawsuit challenging Alabama's ban on so-called gender-affirming treatment for minors...A group of Texas lawmakers pushing for the Ten Commandments to be posted in all public school classrooms....and...154abortion,alabama,chaplain,christian,church,commandment,faith,florida,gender,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-28-2024--61190099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61190099Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaLowe’s is scaling back its DEI policies...Missouri's two Planned Parenthood affiliates suing the state after being removed from the state's Medicaid Program...and Florida Governor responds to law banning minors from being prescribed puberty blockers...197abortion,christian,church,dei,faith,florida,gender,international,kcis,lowe's,missouri,national,news,ohio,pennsylvania,planned,religion,religious,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-27-2024--61174023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61174023Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTemporary ruling says pro-life groups in New York have right to promote abortion pill reversal.. Federal ruling says Florida can enforce ban on so-called gender-affirming care for minors...and Mark Zuckerberg says White House pressured Facebook to...186abortion,california,christian,church,covid,facebook,faith,florida,gender,global,kcis,local,missouri,national,religion,religious,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-26-2024--61162698https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61162698Mon, 26 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJD Vance on hypothetical federal abortion ban and pro-life response...chair of Colorado Republican Party ousted after comments on pride flags...and Pope Francis on religious freedom in Ukraine.181abortion,christian,church,faith,global,harris,international,kcis,local,national,news,pavone,perkins,pope,priests,religion,religious,trump,update,vancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-23-2024--61129715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61129715Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaKamala Harris voicea support for both Israel and the Palestinian people at the Democratic National Convention while railing against Donald Trump on abortion...Trump also discusses abortion...and competing abortion measures in Nebraska.209abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,harris,international,kcis,national,nebraska,news,religion,religious,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-22-2024--61118283https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61118283Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaArkansas Supreme Court rules on abortion rights amendment...Wenatchee-area school district asks Washington State leaders to review rules concerning transgender athletes...and Florida government helping school districts implement new chaplaincy law.219abortion,antisemitism,arkansas,balmer,california,chaplain,christian,church,columbia,eastmont,faith,florida,gender,kcis,news,newsom,religion,religious,washington,wenatcheefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-21-2024--61106495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61106495Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMore protests near the Democratic National Convention...no Mideast cease-fire deal...and abortion measures to be on the November ballot in Montana and Arizona.200abortion,arizona,chicago,christian,church,democrat,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,mideast,montana,national,news,palestinian,religion,religious,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-20-2024--61095338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61095338Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion center stage at Democratic National Convention...Ukrainian parliament bans activities of religious groups tied to Russian Orthodox Church...and Nicaraguan government shuts down more than 400 church and religious groups.196abortion,chicago,christian,church,convention,democrat,faith,indiana,international,kcis,life,louisiana,news,nicaragua,orthodox,religion,religious,russia,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-19-2024--61083574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61083574Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion front and center outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago...U-S Supreme Court rejects expansion of Title IX...and New Hampshire transgender sports ban goes into effect today.1439,abortion,ban,christian,church,convention,democrat,faith,hampshire,international,ix,kcis,local,news,nine,religion,religious,title,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-9-2024--60972262https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60972262Fri, 09 Aug 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer President Trump on abortion....legal battle continues over South Dakota abortion amendment... and British Columbia's Human Rights Tribunal rules it has the authority to hear cases about allegations of online hate speech.204abortion,british,christian,church,columbia,dakota,faith,grans,homeless,huuman,international,kcis,neufeld,news,pass,religion,religious,rights,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-8-2024--60959995considering creating bubble zones around popular protest sites including religious institutions and abortiion clinics...and federal judge dismisses antisemitism lawsuit against MIT.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60959995Thu, 08 Aug 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaMob reportedly attacks and tries to kill Christian in Pakistan accused of blasphemy...L-A City Council considering creating bubble zones around popular protest sites including religious institutions and abortiion clinics...and federal judge dismisses...considering creating bubble zones around popular protest sites including religious institutions and abortiion clinics...and federal judge dismisses antisemitism lawsuit against MIT.]]>127abortion,angeles,antisemitism,blasphemy,bubble,christian,church,faith,international,kcis,mit,mob,national,news,pakistan,punjab,religion,religious,update,zonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-7-2024--60949616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60949616Wed, 07 Aug 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortions are up in the U-S...southern California city council to consider ordinance challenging new student gender law...Ohio gender law for minors can go into effect...and state universities in Florida being ordered to review courses for...230abortion,antisemitism,beach,california,christian,church,faith,florida,gender,global,hunington,international,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-6-2024--60939812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60939812Tue, 06 Aug 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA Media213abortion,california,christian,church,clovis,commandments,desantis,faith,florida,fresno,kcis,louisiana,minnesota,musk,news,pronoun,religion,religious,update,walzfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-5-2024--60928855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60928855Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSouth Dakota Supreme Court rules on abortion case...Pope's U-S ally resigns...and Olympic leaders meet with faith leaders in Paris.170abortion,catholic,christian,church,dakota,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,olympics,o'malley,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-2-2024--60903037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60903037Fri, 02 Aug 2024 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Justice Department sues TikTok for allegedly violating the children’s online privacy law....abortion remains legal in Utah for now... and Oklahoma's Attorney General wants contract with Catholic charter school cancelled.186christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-1-2024--60888434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60888434Thu, 01 Aug 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother federal appeals court rules on Title IX...a federal circuit court rules on Ohio school district  transgender anti-bullying policy...and an Equal Rights Amendment, which includes protection for abortion rights and access, will be on New York...166abortion,carolina,christian,church,equal,era,faith,florida,gender,international,kcis,news,nine,ohio,religion,religious,rights,title,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-31-2024--60877735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60877735Wed, 31 Jul 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaArizona pro-life group drops part of lawsuit against the effort to put abortion rights in the state's constitution...U-S Senate passes legislation to protect children from dangerous online content...and 76-year-old Florida women fights back against...173abortion,arizona,christian,church,faith,florida,global,google,international,jewish,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,senate,ucla,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-30-2024--60866418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60866418Tue, 30 Jul 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaResponse to President's Biden's Supreme Court reform plan...former Preisdent Trump explains comments at Believers Summit...and North Dakota judge canceles upcoming trial challenging the state's abortion ban.168abortion,bible,biden,christian,church,court,dakota,faith,florida,global,international,kcis,national,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,supreme,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-26-2024--60817427https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60817427Fri, 26 Jul 2024 19:35:12 +0000CRISTA MediaDonald Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...Nebraska Supreme Court rules on abortion and "gender care" law...and faith at the Olympics.206abortion,chariots,childcare,christian,church,eric,faith,gender,israel,kcis,liddell,mclaughlin-levrone,nebraska,netanyahu,news,olympic,religion,religious,rubio,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-25-2024--60804755]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60804755Thu, 25 Jul 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaNetanyahu visits the White House...former Kentucky Clerk who denied same-sex couple a marriage license in 2015 is appealing a fine...and 18 Christians killed in attack in Nigeria.]]>223abortion,arkansas,christian,church,faith,fulani,harris,house,israel,kcis,kentucky,marriage,netanyahu,news,nigeria,religion,religious,rowan,update,whitefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newmakers-wednesday-july-24-2024--60793037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60793037Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:38:24 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses joint session of Congress...New Zealand's government says state and religious institutions failed to prevent or stop decades of abuse...and still no word on cause of fire at First Baptist Dallas.208abortion,baptist,christian,church,congress,dakota,dallas,faith,first,international,israel,kcis,national,netanyahu,new,news,religion,religious,update,zealandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-23-2024--60780388https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60780388Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIowa's fetal heartbeat law will take effect Monday...pro-life groups warn a Kamala Harris presidency would change the rules for abortion in states with abortion restrictions...and a reversal of messages from the public-policy arm of the Southern...207abortion,baptist,christian,church,congress,d-c,faith,harris,international,iowa,israel,kamala,kcis,national,netanyahu,news,pro-life,religion,religious,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-22-2024--60769545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60769545Mon, 22 Jul 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaBenjamin Netanyahu headed to Washington, D-C, after week of upheeaval in U-S Presidential Race...Washington State anti-discrimination law challenged in federal court...and fire at the First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas.190baptist,biden,christian,church,dallas,faith,fire,first,gospel,israel,kcis,mission,netanyahu,news,religion,religious,texas,union,washington,yakimafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-5-2024--60612455]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60612455Fri, 05 Jul 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaKansas Supreme Court makes two abortion rulings...late term aborted babies reportedly no longer considered human remains in New York City...and federal judge blocks Biden administration's new transgender health rule. ]]>234abortion,arizona,christian,church,faith,gender,global,international,kansas,kcis,mississippi,nashville,national,news,religion,religious,update,vatican,vigano,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-3-2024--60592980https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60592980Wed, 03 Jul 2024 19:38:24 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal rule expanding definition of sexual harassment takes another loss in court...Texas city to vote in November on making it illegal to travel through town to help women get out-of-state abortions...and New Hampshire man chared with leaving...222abortion,christian,church,faith,international,ix,kansas,kcis,news,nine,religion,religious,security,texas,title,worshipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-2-2024--60581178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60581178Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaBiden administration tells ER doctors they must perform emergency abortions when necessary to save a pregnant woman’s health...Pakistani court sentences Christian man to death for blasphemy...and scores killed in stampede at religious gathering in India.240abortion,biden,christian,church,concern,faith,global,idaho,india,international,kcis,local,national,news,pakistan,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-1-2024--60571011]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60571011Mon, 01 Jul 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court decision on regulating social media platforms...large clash in Jerusalem over order requiring Jewish ultra-Orthodox men to begin enlisting for military service...and new report shows Americans much more concerned about antisemitism.]]>160antisemitism,christian,church,court,faith,global,international,jerusalem,jewish,kcis,local,media,national,news,religion,religious,social,supreme,ultra-orthodox,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-28-2024--60542074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60542074Fri, 28 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump and BIden debate on abortion...Iowa abortion law to go into effect...Texas ban on so-called gender-affirming medical care for minors is upheld...and public schools in Oklahoma being required teach from and have a Bible in classrooms.  229abortion,bible,bident,california,christian,church,debate,faith,gender,international,iowa,kcis,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,school,texas,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-27-2024--60530929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60530929Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court rules in Idaho abortion case...Ohio House passes bathroom bill... and the Unverisity of California Berkeley is expanding antisemitism education to all incoming students.148abortion,antisemitism,berkeley,cal,christian,church,court,faith,gender,idaho,international,kcis,london,news,ohio,religion,religious,supreme,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-26-2024--60519476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60519476Wed, 26 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court appears poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho...the high court also rules on social media case...and President Biden pardons veterans convicted of crimes by the military because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.200abortion,biden,christian,church,court,faith,france,gender,idaho,kcis,louisiana,media,military,missouri,pardon,religion,religious,social,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-25-2024--60507475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60507475Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma Supreme Court ruled state approval of first publicly funded religious charter school in US is unconstitutional...lawsuit filed against Louisiana Ten Commandments law...and U.S. Supreme Court rejects challenge to Connecticut's school vaccine...181abortion,catholic,charter,christian,church,commandment,court,faith,kcis,louisiana,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,school,ten,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-24-2024--60494264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60494264Mon, 24 Jun 2024 19:31:05 +0000CRISTA Media2 year-anniversary of overturning of Roe...Supreme Coutt to take up "gender-affirming care" law...and a judge pauses parts of a new Washington state parental rights law.206abortion,christian,court,dagestan,faith,gender,international,kcis,news,parental,program,religion,religious,rights,russia,supreme,tennessee,trump,update,washngtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-21-2024--60464793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60464793Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaNo decision yet from Supreme Court on Idaho abortion law...New York governor signs social media limitations for children...and Christian Reformed Church makes announcement regarding LGBTQ-affirming churches in the denomination.139abortion,christian,church,commandments,faith,hochul,kcis,lgbtq-affirming,louisiana,media,news,reformed,religion,religious,social,ten,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-20-2024--60453603
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60453603Thu, 20 Jun 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaWaiting for Supreme Court decision on Idaho abortion law...U-S Senate Democrats to put forward a national abortion bill...and Florida appeals ruling on a sex-change law.
]]>172abortion,christian,church,commandments,court,faith,florida,gender,idaho,kcis,louisiana,news,oklahoma,portland,religion,religious,schumer,senate,supreme,tenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-19-2024--60440705Pastor of Texas megachurch resigns after allegations of sex abuse in the 1980s...and U.S. congressional delegation meets with Dalai Lama in India.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60440705Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana becomes first state requiring display of Ten Commandments in public school classrooms... Pastor of Texas megachurch resigns after allegations of sex abuse in the 1980s...and U.S. congressional delegation meets with Dalai Lama in India.Pastor of Texas megachurch resigns after allegations of sex abuse in the 1980s...and U.S. congressional delegation meets with Dalai Lama in India.]]>196china,christian,church,commandments,concern,faith,india,international,kcis,lama,louisiana,megachurch,news,religion,religious,ten,texas,tibet,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-18-2024--60426968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60426968Tue, 18 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal judge grants U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and employers in two states, temporary relief from complying with federal rule required them to provide workers with time off and other accommodations for abortions...Pro-life group trying to...200abortion,cakeshop,catholic,christian,church,colorado,dakota,faith,jack,kcis,local,louisiana,masterpiece,mississippi,missouri,news,petition,phillips,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-17-2024--60415329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60415329Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother federal judge temporarily blocks Title IX expansions...new reports says more than 170-thousand women traveled out-of-state to get an abortion last year...and repotedly at least 80 Christians killed in violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo.278abortion,christian,church,congo,faith,global,international,isis,ix,kcis,local,national,nebraska,news,nine,religion,religious,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-14-2024--60388898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60388898Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis speakers to world leaders at G7 summit...Supreme Court abortion pill ruling update...and Federal Judge blocks Biden administrations new Title IX rule.202abortion,ai,christian,church,court,faith,g7,international,ix,kcis,louisiana,national,news,nine,pope,religion,religious,supreme,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-13-2024--60376096https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60376096Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court defeats bid to restrict access to abortion pill...Southern Baptists vote on IVF...and European court votes on Hungary's assisted suicide law.236abortion,adf,assisted,baptist,christian,church,court,faith,hungary,idaho,ivf,kcis,mifepristone,news,religion,religious,southern,suicide,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-12-2024--60365507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60365507Wed, 12 Jun 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State's governor says hospitals in the state must provide "emergency" abortions...and Southern Baptists defeat constitutional proposal to ban churches with women pastors.218abrotion,baptist,christian,church,convention,court,faith,global,idaho,inslee,international,kcis,news,pastor,religion,religious,southern,supreme,washington,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-11-2024--60354351]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60354351Tue, 11 Jun 2024 21:19:13 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptist Convention opens in Indianapolis...former President Trump speaks virtually at a side event of the convention, while former Vice President Pence speaks at another side event...and abortion is again the focus at the Wisconsin Supreme Court.]]>203abortion,baptist,biden,christian,church,concern,faith,femail,indianapolis,issues,kcis,news,pastor,pence,religion,religious,southern,trump,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-10-2024--60342728
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60342728Mon, 10 Jun 2024 19:32:55 +0000CRISTA MediaDonald Trump making virtual appearance today before a Christian group that calls for abortion to be “eradicated entirely"...poll shows majority support in South Dakota for ballot measure legalizng abortion...and a  New York county is introducing bill...
]]>226abortion,christian,church,dakota,dansbury,faith,global,indiana,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,transgender,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-7-2024--60315724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60315724Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will reportedly address Congress next month....Columbia University settling awsuit regarding safety of Jewish students... and California Pastor charged for not reporting suspected child abuse.157christian,church,columbia,congress,diego,faith,international,israel,jewish,kcis,national,netanyahu,news,pastor,pride,religion,religious,spokane,update,ysidrofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-6-2024--60302480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60302480Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaSenate Republicans sink Democratic-led contraception bill...Southern Baptist Convention preparing to vote on ban on churches with women pastors...and proposed religious charter school in Oklahoma dealt a legal setback. 194antisemitism,baptist,british,charter,christian,church,columbia,contraception,faith,jewish,kcis,news,oklahoma,pastor,religion,religious,school,southern,woman,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-5-2024--60290741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60290741Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaThousands of  Israelis taking part in annual "Jerusalem Day" march...federal judge strikes down part of North Carolina's ban on abortions...and the CW has picked up the fourth season of "The Chosen".193abortion,bc,carolina,chosen,christian,church,faith,global,international,israel,jerusalem,kcis,local,minneapolis,national,news,religion,religious,update,vancouverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-4-2024--60277297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60277297Tue, 04 Jun 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana sex offenders could face surgical castration...California school board president faces recall for supporting parental notification...and two University of Texas professors suing President Biden over expansion of Title Nine. 135california,castration,christian,church,faith,international,issues,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,nine,notification,parental,religion,religious,texas,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-3-2024--60265816case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza...Southwest Airlines going back to court to try to reverse $800,000 award to flight attendant who says she was fired for her pro-life views...and the U-S Senate set to vote this week on thE "Right To Contraception Act".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60265816Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaApplication made on behalf of “State of Palestine” at the top U.N. court for permission to join https://apnews.com/article/un-court-south-africa-israel-gaza-genocide-71be2ce7f09bfee05a7cae26689ee262?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share accusing Israel...case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza...Southwest Airlines going back to court to try to reverse $800,000 award to flight attendant who says she was fired for her pro-life views...and the U-S Senate set to vote this week on thE "Right To Contraception Act".]]>191abortion,airlines,christian,church,contraception,covid,faith,hamas,international,israel,kcis,memphis,national,news,palestine,religion,religious,southwest,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-31-2024--60240176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60240176Fri, 31 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Supreme Court rules on abortion law challenge...several members of group opposing “political Islam” stabbed in Mannheim, Germany...and Fench authorities charge 18 year-old from Chechnya of planning ’violent action’’ at the Olympics on behalf of...227abortion,christian,church,court,faith,france,germany,islam,islamic,kcis,manitoba,mannheim,news,olympic,political,religion,religious,soccer,supreme,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-30-2024--60224309Southern California teen accused of plotting Columbine-style shooting at his Christian high school may not have to serve any time...and Los Angeles County lifeguard suspended for taking down Pride flags at the beach is suing on grounds of religious discrimination. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60224309Thu, 30 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaDriver accused of nearly running over young men outside Jewish school in New York City... Southern California teen accused of plotting Columbine-style shooting at his Christian high school may not have to serve any time...and Los Angeles County...Southern California teen accused of plotting Columbine-style shooting at his Christian high school may not have to serve any time...and Los Angeles County lifeguard suspended for taking down Pride flags at the beach is suing on grounds of religious discrimination. ]]>172angelos,archdiocese,baltimore,california,christian,church,columbine,discrimination,faith,flag,kcis,lifeguard,los,national,news,ontario,pride,religion,religious,schoolfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-29-2024--60212646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60212646Wed, 29 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaDemocrats launching 100-million dollar campaign focused on abortion in swing districts...abortion and gender bills signed in Tennessee...and member of an Oregon-based medical care nonprofit killed in shooting in Ethiopia.171abortion,christian,church,city,ethiopia,faith,gender,global,harvest,international,kcis,local,medical,national,news,religion,religious,teams,tennessee,vancouverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-28-2024--60201298on behalf of women and families globally, including on reproductive rights in the United States....and Pope Francis apology.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60201298Tue, 28 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaThree Western countries formally recognized a Palestinian state...Melinda French Gates says she'll donate $1 billion over the next two years...on behalf of women and families globally, including on reproductive rights in the United States....and Pope Francis apology.]]>305abortion,christian,church,faith,gates,global,international,ireland,kcis,local,national,news,norway,palestine,pope,religion,religious,spainfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-24-2024--60164828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60164828Fri, 24 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaThree Christian missionaries killed in Haiti...Louisiana lawmakers pass bill banning classroom discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity...and the artist who created the Precious Moments figurines has died.190australia,christian,church,faith,gender,haiti,kcis,louisiana,missionary,missions,moments,news,oklahoma,orientation,precious,queensland,religion,religious,shooting,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-mary-23-2024--60153966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60153966Thu, 23 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTwo abortion-inducing drugs another step closer to being reclassified as controlled and dangerous substances in Louisiana...The university presidents facing questions on Capitol Hill following widespread protests...and the Department of Justice has...186abortion,ai,antisemitism,baptist,christian,church,faith,jewish,kcis,louisiana,news,protests,religion,religious,southwestern,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-22-2024--60137066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60137066Wed, 22 May 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana House passes bill classifying abortion pills as a controlled dangerous substance...South Carolina bans "gender-affirming care" for minors...and Norway, Ireland and Spain say they'll recognize a Palestinian state, and Israel responds.185abortion,carolina,christian,church,commandments,faith,gender,ireland,israel,kcis,louisiana,news,norway,pill,religion,religious,spain,temple,ten,transitionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-21-2024--60119104]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60119104Tue, 21 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaNo new trail for man convicted Pittsburgh iSynagogue shooting...New York's high court upholds rule requiring companies with health insurance plans to cover medically necessary abortions...and the The Vatican makes another big overture to China.]]>165abortion,china,christian,church,grove,jersey,kcis,news,ocean,pittsburgh,synagogue,utah,vatican,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-20-2024--60100869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60100869Mon, 20 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope clarifies position on same-sex marriage...Supreme Court declines to hear case on gender identity policy in Maryland school district...and Louisiana lawmakers are looking to make the abortion pill illegal194abortion,blessing,christian,church,court,faith,francis,gender,identity,kcis,louisiana,marriage,maryland,news,pill,pope,religion,religious,same-sex,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-17-2024--60075378unveiled at the U.S. Capitol.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60075378Fri, 17 May 2024 19:31:48 +0000CRISTA MediaFrench Police kill armed suspect who allegedly attacked synagogue...Ten Commandments passes Louisiana Senate...and bronze sculpture of the late Rev. Billy Graham...unveiled at the U.S. Capitol.]]>230carolina,christian,church,commandments,faith,france,french,global,graham,international,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,religion,religious,synagogue,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-16-2024--60063059https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60063059Thu, 16 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPapal Envoy visits church in Gaza City...climate summit underway at the Vatican...and Calfornia teacher wins settlement for opposing LGBTQ policy.194california,christian,church,faith,family,gaza,holy,immigrant,israel,kcis,lgbtq,news,papal,parade,religion,religious,riverside,texas,vatican,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-15-2024--60049647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60049647Wed, 15 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPossible motive of armed teen arrested at Louisiana church...violence continues against Christians in Nigeria...and outspoken Kansas City Chiefs kicker gives commencement address at a Catholic college.181abbeville,amnesty,butker,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,nigeria,plateau,religion,religious,state,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-14-2024--60032454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60032454Tue, 14 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Life activist sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison for clinic blockade...Mississippi bathroom bill signed into law...and Jewish UCLA student sues over protests. 154abortion,christian,church,concern,d-c,faith,gender,handy,international,issues,jewish,kcis,lauren,mississippi,news,religion,religious,ucla,u-c-l-a,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-13-2024--60009216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60009216Mon, 13 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Supreme Court rejects request by New Jersey-based pro-life network...potential shooter stopped at Louisiana church...and statue of the late Rev. Billy Graham to be unveiled this week at the U.S. Capitol.206abortion,australia,billy,christian,church,court,faith,graham,jersey,kcis,louisiana,pro-life,prregnancy,religion,religious,shooter,supreme,teen,video,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-10-2024--59970351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59970351Fri, 10 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaGospel for Asia founder K.P. Yohannan dies...Australian judge extends ban on church video stabbing...and Pope Francis presses for Italians to have more children.206asia,australia,birth,christian,church,faith,francis,gospel,kcis,k.p.,lgbtq+,news,pope,rate,religion,religious,target,yohannanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-9-2024--59950712https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59950712Thu, 09 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPublic school leaders testify to Congress on antisemitism...over 20 states suing so far over TItle IX rule changes...and Louisiana's abortion law won't be changed.201abortion,antisemitism,christian,church,congress,faith,ix,kcis,louisiana,news,nine,public,religion,religious,school,texas,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-8-2024--59929894https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59929894Wed, 08 May 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA Media4th District U.S. Court rules in favor of North Carolina Catholic High School in ministerial exception case...Issaquah School District will allow student interfaith prayer club...and mix results in latest census of Southern Baptist congregations.1864th,baptist,catholic,charlotte,christian,church,club,court,creekside,district,faith,issaquah,kcis,prayer,religion,religious,sammamish,school,southern,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-7-2024--59904759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59904759Tue, 07 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden condemns antisemitism at Holocaust remembrance event...New York judge removes abortion-related mesaure from November ballot...and lawsuits filed against redefining federal health care nondiscrimination law and title IX rule changes.248abortion,antisemitism,biden,christian,church,faith,flrodia,gender,hamas,israel,ix,kcis,missouri,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,title,transition,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-6-2024-update--59883858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59883858Mon, 06 May 2024 22:45:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael-Hamas ease-fire update....places of worship have access to an additional 400-million-dollars in federal security funds...and intimidation and harassment by foreign countries against political opponents and activists in the U.S. are on the rise,...258cease-fire,christian,church,concern,events,faith,hamas,israel,issues,kcis,news,program,rafah,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-6-2024--59880329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59880329Mon, 06 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael-Hamas ease-fire update....places of worship have access to an additional 400-million-dollars in federal security funds...and intimidation and harassment by foreign countries against political opponents and activists in the U.S. are on the rise,...255cease-fire,china,chinaaid,christian,church,faith,fu,grant,hamas,israel,kcis,news,pennsylvania,religion,religious,schumer,security,shooting,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-3-2024--59800978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59800978Fri, 03 May 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaArizona Governor signs repeal of state's near-total ban on abortion...United Methodist Church defines marriage as a covenant between “two people of faith"...and two states with opposite reactions to school gender policies.174abortion,arizona,california,christian,church,faith,gender,ix,kcis,lgbtq,marriage,methodist,montana,news,nine,religion,religious,same-sex,title,unitedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-2-2024--59782437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59782437Thu, 02 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaToday marks the 73rd annual observance of the National Day of Prayer...President Biden speaks out against violent protests on college campuses...and an udpate an abortion laws throughout the U-S.228abortion,antisemitism,arizona,biden,christian,church,dakota,day,faith,florida,kansas,kcis,national,news,prayer,protest,religion,religious,southfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-1-2024--59753220]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59753220Wed, 01 May 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaUnited Methodist's delegates repeal ban on LGBTQ clergy...the abortion debate front and center in the U-S today...and Ohio judge extends restraining order on Ohio law that bans some hormone treatments and other treatments for youth.]]>194abortion,arizona,carolina,christian,church,faith,gender,kcis,lgbtq,marriage,methodist,news,ohio,religion,religious,same-sex,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-30-2024--59737799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59737799Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother couple belonging to an Oregon church facing charges in death of their child...United Methodist delegates have begun making historic policy changes on sexuality...Five Republican-led states challenging the Biden administration's overhaul of...201abortion,christ,christian,church,city,faith,followers,gender,ix,kansas,kcis,lgbtq,marriage,methodist,news,oregon,religion,same-sex,titlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-29-2024--59706745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59706745Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S pushing Hamas for a new cease-fire deal...federal appeals court rules on insurance coverage for transgender medical procedures...and Texas sues to top changes to Titie IX.166abortion,cease-fire,christian,church,faith,global,hamas,israel,ix,kcis,mcconnell,medical,news,nine,religion,religious,texas,title,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-26-2024--59668767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59668767Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA Media17 states are challenging new federal rules involving abortion...Tennesse legislature sends bills on abortion and gender treatments involving minors to the governor...and a public school board in Virginia is recognizing the Christmas holiday.154abortion,antisemitism,arkansas,christian,christmas,church,faith,gender,global,kcis,news,religion,religious,tennessee,update,virginiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-25-2024--59658571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59658571Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaUnited Methodist delegates pass major constitutional amendment...Arizona House moves abortion law repeal bill foward...and the U-S birth rate fell last year.325abortion,arizona,birth,christian,church,faith,kcis,lgbtq,methodist,news,rate,religion,religious,unitedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-24-2024--59637419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59637419Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court hears Idaho abortion case...Seattle church organizing March for Israel in New York...and more arrests in Australian church stabbing.198abortion,australia,christian,church,columbia,court,faith,idaho,israel,kcis,musk,news,pursuit,religion,religious,supreme,university,washington,x,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-23-2024--59620823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59620823Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Attorney General drops request for Seattle Children’s Hospital to hand over records regarding gender treatments for minors...U-S Supreme Court will arguments tomorrow over Idaho abortion law...and United Methodist General Conference gets...224abortion,australia,children's,christian,church,court,faith,hospital,idaho,kcis,methodist,musk,paxton,religion,religious,seattle,supreme,texas,transgender,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-22-2024--59590820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59590820Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaTensions over Middle East war cancels classes at one university...White House enacts new rule aimed at protecting women who travel for an abortion...and new regulaions including abortion in the Pregnant Workers Fairnes Act.185abortion,arizona,christian,church,columbia,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,passover,pregnancy,pregnant,religion,religious,university,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-19-2024--59556690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59556690Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael and Iran both playing down apparent Israeli airstrike in Iran...U-S  Education Department issues new Title IX regulation...and Christian singer Mandissa dies at age 47.221american,christian,church,concern,faith,global,idol,iran,israel,issues,ix,kcis,mandisa,news,nine,religion,religious,title,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-18-2024--59532919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59532919Thu, 18 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaFBI concerned about threats to Jewish communities in the U.S. as Passover approaches....Hindu nationalism in the spotlight in upcoming India election...Arizona abortion law still intact...and Florida will now allow chaplains in schools. 236abortion,arizona,chaplain,christian,church,faith,fbi,florida,gender,hindu,international,jewish,kcis,modi,news,passovr,religion,religious,school,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wedensday-april-17-2024--59511530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59511530Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaColumbia University President testifies at Congressional hearing on anti-semitism...U.N schedules vote on Palestinian statehood...U.N. releases report on sexual and reproductive health worldwide...and a same-sex wedding cake lawsuit is working its way...273cake,california,christian,church,columbia,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,palestinian,religion,religious,un,university,update,weddingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-16-2024--59493097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59493097Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAppeals court overturns West Virginia transgender sports ban...workers now enttled to time off for abortions under new federal guidelines...and Australia church stabbing declared a terrorist attack.191abortion,anti-semitic,australia,christian,church,faith,ix,kcis,news,prayer,pregnant,religion,religious,stabbing,title,transgender,update,virginia,west,workersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-15-2024--59476095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59476095Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:32:24 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael says it will respond to Iranian attack...15-year-old boy in custody after stabbing a bishop and a priest during a church service in a Sydney, Australia suburb...and Beverly LaHaye dies at age 94.304abortion,assyrian,attack,australia,beverly,christian,church,faith,iran,israel,kcis,lahaye,news,orthodox,poland,religion,religious,sydney,wake,wakeleyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-12-2024--59441730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59441730Fri, 12 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaBiden administration continues abortion push in Arizona...Iowa Supreme hears arguments over heartbeat law...and Manitoba's government looking to change daily legislative prayer.184abortion,arizona,christian,church,faith,global,international,iowa,kcis,local,manitoba,national,news,poland,prayer,religion,religious,tennessee,transgenderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-11-2024--59423942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59423942Thu, 11 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaArizona Republicans block attempt to cancel abortion law...bipartisan lawmakers introducing bills in Congress to address antisemitism...and Instagram deploying new tools to combat sexual extortion.187abortion,antisemitism,arizona,brooklyn,chabad-lubavitch,christian,church,congress,faith,global,instagram,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,synagoguefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-10-2024--59400787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59400787Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump  and Bident reaction to Arizona abortion law ruling...and legislation making it illegal for adults to help minors get an abortion without parental consent advances in Tennessee.1951864,abortion,angel,arizona,biden,christian,church,faith,issues,kansas,kcis,news,religion,religious,roe,studios,tennessee,texas,trump,wadefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-9-2024--59373868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59373868Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho teenager charged with attempting to providing materal support to ISIS...Arizona Supreme Court upholds 1864 abortion law...  and NAIA announces plan on transgender athletes in women’s sports.2931864,abortion,arizona,christian,church,faith,global,idaho,international,isis,kcis,local,naia,national,news,religion,religious,transgenderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-8-2024--59351648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59351648Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump abortion statment...reaction to Trump's abortion position...and Vatican offcially rejects "gender theory".175abortion,anthony,bident,christian,church,faith,gender,global,kcis,life,news,priests,religion,religious,susan,trump,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-5-2024--59312986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59312986Fri, 05 Apr 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA conference is underway in Italy promoting international treaty to outlaw surrogacy...update on unusual lawsuit challenging Indiana abortion ban...and Canadian doctor facing disciplie over accusations he told patient not to get an abortion for...167abortion,christian,church,faith,global,indiana,international,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,saskatchewan,surrogacy,surrogate,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-4-2024--59296685]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59296685Thu, 04 Apr 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIowa Governor signs religious freedom bill...Idaho lawmakers pass bills on gender and library materials...and the Southern Baptist Convention continues to shrink.]]>189abortion,baptist,christian,church,crisis,faith,freedom,gender,global,idaho,iowa,kcis,news,pregnancy,religion,religious,sbc,southern,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-3-2024--59282647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59282647Wed, 03 Apr 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump to address abortion...Oklahoma Supreme Court weighing publicly-funded religious charter schools... new poll finds most Americans share many core values on what it means to be an American...and popular author says free speech is at an end in...167abortion,ap,catholic,charter,christian,church,culture,faith,j.k.,kcis,news,oklahoma,poll,religion,religious,rowling,school,scotland,speech,trumpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-2-2024--59265378]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59265378Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaFlorida Supreme Court abortion rulings... leader of polygamous sect near the Arizona-Utah border has pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport underage girls across state lines...and Pope Francis tells in new book of political “maneuvers” used to sway...]]>205abortion,arizona,bateman,bibles,burned,christian,church,court,faith,flds,florida,juliet,kcis,mt.,news,pope,religion,religious,tennessee,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-28-2024--59211523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59211523Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaKansas closer to banning transgender treatments for minors...legal battles underway for church building expansions and remodeling in San Diego and the Chicago-area...and Pope Francis presides over Maundy Thursday service.140cerro,christian,church,del,diego,dolton,faith,gender,global,kansas,kcis,local,maundy,minor,news,pope,religion,religious,san,thursdayfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-27-2024--59199153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59199153Wed, 27 Mar 2024 19:30:06 +0000CRISTA MediaGallu poll says religious service attendance has declined...Texas governor order schools to combat anti-semitism...and the health of Pope Francis has apparently improved.237attend,bible,bless,christian,church,easter,faith,florida,gallup,god,kcis,news,ohio,pope,religion,religious,texas,trump,update,usafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-26-2024--59185281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59185281Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:31:11 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in abortion pill case...South Dakota Governor signs first-in-the-nation abortion law...and lawsuit filed over Arkansas ban on critical race theory in public schools.219abortion,arkansas,christian,church,court,critical,dakota,faith,kcis,mifepristone,news,noem,pill,race,religion,religious,supreme,theory,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-25-2024--59169594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59169594Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPalm Sunday in Jerusalem...U.S. Supreme Court takes up abortion case Tuesday...and suit filed by Washington State couple alleging denial of foster-care license renewal because of religious beliefs.200abortion,adf,christian,church,court,easter,faith,friday,gaza,good,israel,jerusalem,kcis,news,palm,religion,religious,sunday,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-22-2024--59141553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59141553Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:31:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met Israeli leaders again...Texas Medical Board meets to formally offer guidance regarding the state's abortion law...and California orders a health care sharing ministry to stop operating in the state.271abortion,california,christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,global,health,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,rafah,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-21-2024--59129550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59129550Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaSupport for abortion reportedly high among U.S. AAPI population.. Alabama governor signs legislation banning DEI programs at public schools, universities and state agencies...and U.S. Supreme Court declines to take up case involving Catholic parents...242aapi,abortion,ai,alabama,catholic,christian,church,dei,diversity,equity,faith,gender,inclusion,indiana,ivey,kcis,news,poll,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-20-2024--59116593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59116593Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:20:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortions are up in the U.S....Trump clarifies position on abortion...and American Bible Society closing its museum in Philadelphia.212abortion,american,arizona,bible,christian,church,colorado,faith,ireland,irsh,kcis,latter-day,minister,polygamy,prime,religion,religious,trump,utah,varadkarfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-19-2024--59103569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59103569Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer President Donald Trump charges Jews who vote Democrat “hate Israel” and hate “their religion”...President Biden pushes again to expand aborion access...and 2 Minnesota appeals court rulings on the morning-after pill and transgender rights. 142abortion,biden,christian,church,concern,democrats,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,minnesota,national,news,religion,religious,transgender,trump,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-18-2024--59090751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59090751Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden speaks with Israel's leader...U.S. Supreme Court hears case on digital censorship...and Idaho lawmakers expected to vote on banning public funding for gender-transition.168biden,christian,church,concern,court,faith,gender,global,idaho,international,israel,issues,kcis,netanyahu,news,religion,religious,supreme,transition,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-15-2024--59060789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59060789Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaKamala Harris becomes first sitting VP to visit abortion clinic...Kansas House approves ban on puberty blockers, hormones and gender-surgery for those under 18...and U-S consumers expected to spend billions of dollars this Easter.286abortion,blockers,christian,church,concern,faith,global,idaho,kansas,kcis,ncaa,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,stories,tennessee,texas,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-14-2024--59047888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59047888Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Senate leader calls on Israel to hold new elections...Britain publishes new official definition 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case on sexual orientation and gender identity...Mexican presidential candiates and Catholic church leaders sign peace commitment...and U.S. House TikTok vote set for  tomorrow.197bytedance,catholic,china,christian,church,concern,congress,faith,florida,gender,house,identity,kcis,mexico,news,orientation,religion,religious,tiktok,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-11-2024--59006497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59006497Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaFirst day of Ramadan in the Middle East...Urakinian response to Pope's call for peace talks with Russia...and "Cabrini" opens at number 3.213al-aqsa,cabrini,christian,church,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,israel,jerusalem,kcis,mosque,news,pope,ramadan,religion,religious,russia,ukrainefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-8-2024--58974464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58974464Fri, 08 Mar 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden promises to restore Roe if re-elected...Montana abortion law heard in state Supreme Court...and search continues for nearly 300 children kidnapped at Nigerian school.199abortion,biden,christian,church,concern,faith,france,kansas,kcis,kidnap,montana,news,nigeria,religion,religious,roe,state,unionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-7-2024--58962817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58962817Thu, 07 Mar 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDozens of people, including students, reportedly kidnapped in Nigeria....abortion and immigration at the forefront of State of the Union address...and legislation protecting in-vitro fertilization providers from legal liability signed into law in Alabama.184abortion,alabama,chikun,christian,church,faith,global,international,ivf,kaduna,kcis,kidnap,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,state,union,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-6-2024--58949407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58949407Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA Media16 state Attorneys General demand YouTube remove what they call dangerous and misleading information labels attached to videos discussing abortion pills...Nebraska Supreme Court hears arguments about overturning the state's restrictions on abortion...194abortion,alliance,christian,church,concern,defending,faith,freedom,gender,iowa,kcis,kentucky,maryland,nebraska,news,pope,religion,religious,transition,youtubefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-5-2024--58935772https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58935772Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaGaza cease-fire talks end without agreement...Alabama lawmakers advance IVF legislation....and Liberty University fined by U.S. Department of Education.25071five,abortion,alabama,cease-fire,christian,church,clery,concern,faith,gaza,ivf,kcis,liberty,news,oregon,religion,religious,university,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-4-2024--58924862
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58924862Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFrance first country in the world to make abortion a constitutional right...federal court rules Biden administration can't force religious employers and healthcare providers to pay for and perform “gender transition” treatments...and the U.S. Senate...
]]>200abortion,catholic,christian,church,concern,dakota,faith,france,freedom,french,gender,kcis,militant,news,north,religion,religious,senate,transition,u.s.falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-1-2024--58892591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58892591Fri, 01 Mar 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSeattle being called least religious big city in the U-S...North Dakota passes bill to create video on state's abortion laws...and judge rules against three Montana abortion laws.211abortion,alabama,christian,church,dakota,faith,household,ivf,kcis,montana,news,noem,pulse,religion,religious,seattle,south,surveyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-29-2024--58879783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58879783Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAlabama lawmakers votng to proect in vitro fertilization services... U-S Senate Republicans block IVF bill...and Missouri’s Attorney General files lawuit accusing Planned Parenthood Great Plains of illegally transporting minors to Kansas for abortions.155abortion,alabama,christian,church,court,faith,fertilization,global,invitro,ivf,kcis,missouri,news,religion,religious,senate,supreme,us,u-s,u.s.falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-28-2024--58868382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58868382Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA ceasefire in Gaza may not be imminent...the abortion rate in the U-S reportedly the same since the overturning of Roe...and the France Senate votes to enshrine the right to an abortion in its constituion.176abortion,ceasefire,christian,church,concern,faith,france,gaza,global,international,israel,kcis,local,macron,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-27-2024--58855394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58855394Tue, 27 Feb 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTalks continue for a pause in the Israel-Hamas war...Republican legislation introduced in Kentucky to add limited exceptions to the state's abortion ban...and The government of Saskatchewan says it's planning to appeal a ruling that an L-G-B-T-Q...167abortion,biden,christian,church,concern,faith,hamas,israel,kcis,kentucky,michigan,news,pronoun,religion,religious,saskatchewan,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-26-2024--58833386https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58833386Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA Media11 YWAM missionaries die in accident in Tanzania...15 Catholic worshippers killed in attack in Burkina Faso...and U-S Supreme Court hears arguments on regulating social media.201angels,burkina,chosen,christian,church,concern,court,essakane,faith,faso,issues,kcis,news,ordinary,religion,religious,supreme,tanzania,update,ywamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-23-2024--58801258https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58801258Fri, 23 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMore IVF providers in Alabama have paused parts of their treatment after the state Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos...President Biden slams the ruling while GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley agrees with but doesn't endorse it...and Southern...167alabama,baptist,biden,canada,christian,church,embryo,faith,frozen,international,ivf,kcis,muslim,news,ontario,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-22-2024--58786810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58786810Thu, 22 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaA second in vitro fertilization provider in Alabama is pausing IVF treatments after state high court ruling...dozens of Idaho obstetricians have stopped practicing in the state...and Iowa State Senate passes bill to codify the federal Religious...260abortion,alabama,anti-semitism,christian,church,embryo,faith,frozen,harvard,idaho,international,iowa,ivf,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-21-2024--58770011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58770011Wed, 21 Feb 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFour Southern Baptist congregations have been ousted from the denomination...and researcher George Barna says only a “spiritual awakening” will resolve the pervasive division and polarization in American politics.266american,awakening,barna,bible,biblical,christian,church,faith,global,international,inventory,jesus,kcis,national,news,religion,religious,spiritual,worldviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-20-2024--58754131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58754131Tue, 20 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaGaza cease-fire resolution at UN veteod...frozen embryos ruled as children in Alabama...and founder of World Magazine dies.225alabama,belz,christian,church,court,embryo,faith,frozen,israel,ivf,kcis,magazine,news,religion,religious,surpeme,un,u-n,u.n.,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-19-2024--58743791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58743791Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPalestine's foreign minister accusses Israel of apartheid before a top U.N. court...Lakewood Church in Housto holds special service after shooting last week...and Catholic leaders in New York denounce LGBtQ+ funeral at St. Patrick's Cathedral.233catholic,christian,church,faith,global,israel,kcis,lakewood,local,national,new,news,osteen,palestine,palestinian,patrick's,religion,religious,u.n.,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-16-2024--58710087U.S. Census Bureau thinking about how to ask about sexual orientation and gender identity.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58710087Fri, 16 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMajor tech companies sign pact amed to prevent AI tools from disrupting elections...President Biden 's campaign embracing TikTok...and the https://www.census.gov/en.html thinking about how to ask about sexual orientation and gender identity.U.S. Census Bureau thinking about how to ask about sexual orientation and gender identity.]]>244ai,amazon,biden,census,christian,church,faith,gender,identity,international,kcis,microsoft,news,orientation,program,religion,religious,tiktok,update,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-15-2024-updated--58702263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58702263Fri, 16 Feb 2024 01:31:31 +0000CRISTA MediaGreece has become the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriage172christian,greece,marriage,orthodox,same-sexfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-15-2024--58699396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58699396Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGreece's Parliament set to vote to legalize same-sex civil marriage...Israel formally complains about Vatican terminology about war in Gaza...and Catholic bishops attempt to negotiate with drug cartel bosses in Mexico.182christian,church,faith,francis,gaza,global,greek,guerrero,hamas,israel,kcis,marriage,mexico,news,orthodox,pope,religion,religious,same-sex,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-14-2024--58688396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58688396Wed, 14 Feb 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaSetback in Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks...Tennessee attemps to make it illegal for an adult to help a minor get an abortion without parental-consent...and the prayer app Hallow sees big spike in 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MediaPresident Biden addresses National Prayer Breakfast...Oregon Supreme Court rules on Republican Senate walkout...and pro-life demonstators convicted of blocking a Tennessee abortion clinic entrance.240abortion,biden,breakfast,christian,church,court,doukhobor,faith,global,kcis,news,oregon,prayer,religion,religious,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-31-2024--58522206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58522206Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaUtah becomes latest state to ban DEI programs...Mississippi man charged with hate crime in Iowa for allegedly destroying pagan idol...and sentence handed down in firebombing of Ohio church.146christian,church,dei,faith,firebomb,geauga,global,international,iowa,kcis,local,mississippi,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,satan,satanic,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newwsmakers-tuesday-january-30-2024--58505623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58505623Tue, 30 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOhio community mourns loss of a heroic pastor...demolition underway of an historic Connecticut church building...and Elon Musk announces first human implant from his computer-brain interface company.154christian,church,concern,connecticut,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,musk,national,news,ohio,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-29-2024--58492545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58492545Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRoman Catholic church attacked in Turkey...President Biden on the campaign trail at a Black church in South Carolina...and Israel's president accusses U.N. court of misquoting him in 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congregations.220abortion,biden,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,methodist,national,news,pope,religion,religious,roe,trump,update,virginia,zfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-23-2024--58421053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58421053Tue, 23 Jan 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaBill in Washington State legislature requiring clergy to report child sexual abuse...Democratic party push for abortion rights...and new demographic report on current Jewish survivors of the Holocaust.245abortion,christian,church,clergy,faith,global,holocaust,international,kcis,local,mandatory,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,report,reporting,survivorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-22-2024--58409025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58409025Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaOn Roe anniversary, Biden administration pushes for abortion expansion...Pope calls for release of kidnapped nuns in Haiti...EU foreign ministers push for Palestinian state...and India Prime Minister Modi opens controversial Hindu temple.193abortion,christian,church,faith,haiti,hindu,india,israel,kcis,kidnap,modi,news,palestine,pope,religion,religious,temple,two-state,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-19-2024--58371810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58371810Fri, 19 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMarch for Life being held in Washington, D-C today...and Montana Attorney General rejects proposed abortion-rights ballot measure.154abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,kcis,life,local,march,montana,national,news,pittsburgh,religion,religious,tree,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-18-2024--58355133
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58355133Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael's Prime Minister opposes establishment of a Palestinian state...Open Doors US has released its annual World Watch List...and the fourth season of "The Chosen" has premiered
]]>214chosen,christian,church,doors,faith,israel,kcis,list,news,open,palestinian,religion,religious,watch,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-12-2024--58281931https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58281931Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael defending itself at the United Nations’ highest court...man in custody after allegedly threatening to shoot up Ohio church...and two legal groups are defending a Catholic charter school in Oklahoma City.236antisemitism,christian,church,faith,flordia,genocide,harvard,imam,indiana,israel,jersey,kcis,nations,new,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,united,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-11-2024--58268018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58268018Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAfrican Catholic bishops refusing to follow declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples...Ohio legislators attempting to override veto of bill banning sex-change surgeries for minors, ..and emergency work orders issued to...216africa,blessing,christian,church,faith,kcis,new,news,ohio,override,pope,religion,religious,same-sex,sex-change,synagogue,tunnel,veto,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-10-2024--58256588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58256588Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Secretary of State meets with Palestinian President...Orthodox Jewish worshippers arrested in New York over secret prayer tunnel...and millions of Catholics flood the streets of Manila.153abbas,black,blinken,catholic,christian,church,faith,florida,israel,kcis,nazarene,new,news,orthodox,palestinian,philippines,religion,religious,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-9-2024--58244300
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58244300Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden holds campaign stop at site of 2015 church shooting...more attacks on Christians in Nigeria...and coach fired after anti-Semitic remarks at high school girls basketball game in New York.
]]>152abortion,biden,carolina,charleston,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,religion,religious,south,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-8-2024--58233887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58233887Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce abortion ban while legal fight continues...Pope wants ban surrogacy...and Orthdox Christians celebrate Christmas.168abortion,christian,christmas,church,eastern,faith,global,idaho,international,kcis,local,national,news,orthodox,pope,religion,religious,surrogacy,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-4-2024--58200724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58200724Thu, 04 Jan 2024 21:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPolice continue to search for who shot and killed New Jersey imam...suspected arson fire reignites at the Seattle Buddhist Temple...and Vatican insists there's nothing heretical allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.177betsuin,buddhist,christian,church,colorado,faith,imam,jersey,kcis,muslim,nashville,new,news,religion,religious,same-sex,seattle,temple,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-3-2024--58190381https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58190381Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal appeals court rejects abortion guidance from the Biden administration..New Jersey mosque leader critically injured this morning outside his mosque...and dozens of Jewish houses of worship in California are on alert.153abortion,christian,church,faith,global,international,jersey,jewish,kcis,local,mosque,national,news,religion,religious,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-2-2024--58175423https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58175423Tue, 02 Jan 2024 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident of Harvard resigns...Catholic Church in Hungary won't follow the Vatican's rulling on bless same-sex unions....and new research shows thousands of women in the U.S. have stocked up on abortion pills.265abortion,christian,church,faith,global,harvard,hungary,idaho,international,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,oklahoma,religion,religious,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-22-2023--58099811https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58099811Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge notes Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has spread false information about doctors mutilating children...some Catholic bishops will not follow Vatican’s new direction allowing blessings for same-sex couples...and Palestinian Christians grappling with...184bethlehem,blessing,christian,christmas,church,desantis,faith,flordia,francis,israel,jerusalem,kcis,news,palestine,palestinian,pope,religion,religious,same-sex,transgenderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-decembe-21-2023--58089194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58089194Thu, 21 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis urges Vatican bureaucrats to avoid “rigid ideological positions”...Franklin Graham comments on Pope's declaration on blessing same-sex couples...and two reality TV stars speak out after their recent 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staying out of lawsuit trying to prevent opening of the nation's first religious charter school...and it's a toned-downed Christmas in Bethlehem.123bethlehem,christian,christmas,church,court,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,oklahoma,religion,religious,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-18-2023--58050986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58050986Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis formally approves allowing priests to bless same-sex couples...a once-prominent cardinal has been sentenced to five-and-a-half-years in Vatican jail...and the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said two Christian women at a church compound...190christian,church,faith,gaza,global,idf,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-14-2023--58050979https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58050979Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:07:00 +0000CRISTA Media209christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-13-2023--57999367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57999367Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court will hear appeals on limits on abortion pill...New Mexico's Supreme Court isweighing whether to strike down local abortion restrictions...and attorneys representing an Oregon mother of five who wishes to adopt siblings from foster...231abortion,adoption,bible,christian,church,court,faith,florida,giving,kcis,mexico,national,new,news,oregon,pill,religion,religious,supreme,transgenderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-12-2023--57987514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57987514Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden vows to continue to stand with Israel in its war with Hamas...Harvard's President will keep her job...and University of Minnesota may become target of federal investigation over antisemitism.218antisemitism,biden,christian,church,faith,global,harvard,international,israel,kcis,local,minnesota,nashville,national,nebraska,news,priest,religion,religious,stefanikfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-11-2023--57977604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57977604Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court declines to take up achallenge to Washington State's ban on conversion therapy for minors..police investigating death of Nebraska priest...and attorney's for pregnant Texas women says she will travel out of state for abortion.288abortion,christian,church,conversion,court,cox,faith,israel,kcis,nebraska,news,penn,priest,religion,religious,state,supreme,texas,therapy,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-8-2023--57954879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57954879Fri, 08 Dec 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court is deciding whether to take up legal fight over drug most commonly used for medication abortion...Texas Attorney General threatens to prosecute any doctors who perform abortion on woman who just won a court order...and a man is...334abortion,albany,alberta,antisemitism,arizona,christian,church,faith,harvard,kcis,kentucky,news,penn,pope,religion,religious,spiritual,supreme,synagogue,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-7-2023--57944226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57944226Thu, 07 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas mother challenging state's near total abortion ban gets temporary restraining order...Wisconsin District Attorney promising quick appeal of abortion ban ruling...and Eastern Washington city council passes ordinance giving them more control over...258abortion,christian,church,diego,faith,global,kcis,lake,liberty,local,national,news,religion,religious,san,texas,washington,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-6-2023--57932294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57932294Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaWisconsin judge says state's abortion ban doesn't really ban abortions...Texas woman sues to allow her an abortion...and debate and testimony on Capitol Hill over antisemitism.227abortion,antisemitism,christian,church,episcopal,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,texas,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-5-2023--57922654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57922654Tue, 05 Dec 2023 22:20:07 +0000CRISTA MediaRepublican Sen. Tommy Tuberville ending blockade of hundreds of military promotions over dispute about Pentagon abortion policy...State Department says it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers...and EU official says Europe faces a“huge...254abortion,alabama,blinken,christian,christmas,church,ecfa,europe,faith,human,iowa,israel,kcis,life,methodist,religion,religious,sanctity,security,tubervillefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-4-2023--57910069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57910069Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaPhilippine president blames “foreign terrorists” for bomb blast that killed four Catholic worshippers Sunday...Pope Francis still ailing...and Jesus Film Project announces launch of their latest cinematic undertaking.234christian,church,concern,faith,film,global,international,issues,jesus,kcis,local,national,news,philippine,pope,project,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-1-2023--57881192https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57881192Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaSandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, has died..and seven Christians have died in attacks on two villages in Plateau state, Nigeria.170abortion,biden,christian,christmas,church,day,faith,global,international,kcis,news,nigeria,o'conner,o’connor,religion,religious,sandra,supreme,tree,whitehousefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-30-2023--57868587







]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57868587Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media18 states and several pro-life and religious liberty advocacy organizations file friend-of-the-court brief in support of Seattle-area church refusing to provide abortion coverage for employees..two faith-based, pro-life nonprofits sue Washington State...







]]>302abortion,adf,bothell,cedar,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,obria,park,religion,religious,seattle,tacoma,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-29-2023--57853123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57853123Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:30:35 +0000CRISTA MediaA judge Nigeria has refused to dismiss case against a Christian and mother of five imprisoned since May 2022 for alleged Blasphemy...and Texas women refused abortions despite health risks have taken a challenge to the state's highest court.209abortion,adf,blasphemy,carter,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-28-2023--57835685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57835685Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMemorial service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter...Pope Francis canceles trip to U.N. climate conference..and police watchdog investigating B-C highway chase involving tractor flying protest banner against sexual orientation and gender identity...196123,b-c,b.c.,carter,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,sogi,surrey,tractor,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-27-2023--57823523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57823523Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli-Hamas cease-fire to be extended...at least 10 Christians killed Friday in Nigeria...and Canadian government panel says celebrating Christmas and Easter holidays could be seen as form of “religious intolerance".239canada,christian,church,facebook,faith,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,meta,national,news,nigeria,pope,qatar,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-22-2023--57770022
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57770022Wed, 22 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaA cease-fire agreement between Hamas and Israel...Pope calls Israel-Hamas war "terrorism"...and lawsuit filed against Vermont for denying religious schools from participating in tuition program and sports league due to beliefs.
]]>153adf,christian,church,concern,faith,francis,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,update,vermontfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-21-2023--57754349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57754349Tue, 21 Nov 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNigerian pastor killed but his kidnapped wife has been released...a religious freedom victory in a Nigerian court...and a third view of Thanksgiving.184christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,thanksgiving,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-20-2023--57735874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57735874Mon, 20 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaFormr First Lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96...controversial former megachurch pastor Carlton Pearson dies at 70...and Pakistani church elders reportedly confesses to setting fire to his church.140carlton,carter,christian,church,faith,first,global,international,issues,kcis,lady,lahore,local,national,news,pakistan,pearson,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-17-2023--57691139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57691139Fri, 17 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaNo Christmas display this year in Bethlehem...kidnapped pastor killed in Nigeria...and Grand Canyon University to appeal over $37 million fine by the U.S. Department of Eduction.233bank,bethlehem,canyon,christian,church,faith,gaza,grand,hamas,israel,kcis,liberty,news,nigeria,pakistan,pastor,religion,religious,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-16-2023--57670061Franklin Graham has met and prayed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...multiple former and current Washington state legislators submit friend-of-the-court brief in support of the Yakima Union Gospel Mission in regious freedom case...and U.S. Catholic Bishops call opposition to abortion “our pre-eminent priority".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57670061Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaThe Rev. https://www.facebook.com/FranklinGraham?__cft__%5b0%5d=AZXZXOGFHTUzdk6gj7BNU7dTQdcSzUiqOnZdW962DRpIjAYgwN1BwN2VYyEnReOo7uloGuEC1PdXwxpfbOygmOLaMnXY_ZDYqAZHyMTJ8CP_WjLR9j2beSIvPmieUb3BUsmTjLrW87htxFhATQrSfBJP&__tn__=-%5dK-R has met and...Franklin Graham has met and prayed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...multiple former and current Washington state legislators submit friend-of-the-court brief in support of the Yakima Union Gospel Mission in regious freedom case...and U.S. Catholic Bishops call opposition to abortion “our pre-eminent priority".]]>329abortion,adf,bishop,catholic,christian,church,faith,gospel,graham,israel,kcis,mission,missouri,news,religion,religious,samaritan,union,yakimafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-15-2023--57653342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57653342Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTens of Thousand attend a Pro-Israel Rally in Washington, D-C...Palestinian Christians still in the midst of Gaza...and U.S. Catholic Bishops open their annual Fall meeting.232abortion,catholic,christian,church,dc,d-c,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,palestinian,religion,religious,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-14-2023--57633137https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57633137Tue, 14 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer Finnish Member of Parliament cleared of hate speech charges...a large march in support of Israel in Washington, D-C...and a unique remodeling plan for a Victoria, B-C church.198anglican,b-c,christian,church,d-c,faith,finland,finnish,global,hamas,israel,kcis,local,mall,national,news,räsänen,religion,religious,victoriafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-13-2023--57622547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57622547Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAlergia reportedly cracks down on house churches due to Israel-Hamas war...Pope prays for end of the war...and terminally-ill baby in U.K. legal battle dies.192algeria,christian,church,faith,global,hamas,indi,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,tylerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-10-2023--57593408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57593408Fri, 10 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaA federal judge has temporarily blocked Idaho’s “abortion trafficking” law...U.S. Justice Department weighs in on Alabama abortion law...and one of first astronauts to circle moon has died.218abortion,alabama,borman,christian,church,concern,faith,global,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,moon,nasa,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-9-2023--57582828opening brief asking the court 9th CIrcuit Court of Appeals to protect its freedom to hire like-minded individuals...the Vatican says it’s permissible,under certain circumstances, for transgender Catholics to be baptized...U.S. Secretary of State says Gaza cannot be run by Hamas or occupied by Israel...and Republican Presidential candidates debate on abortion in light of Tuesday's election results.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57582828Thu, 09 Nov 2023 20:37:32 +0000CRISTA MediaAttorney's for the Yakima Union Gospel Mission file https://adfmedialegalfiles.blob.core.windows.net/files/YakimaUnionGospelMissionAppellateBrief.pdfasking the court 9th CIrcuit Court of Appeals to protect its freedom to hire like-minded...opening brief asking the court 9th CIrcuit Court of Appeals to protect its freedom to hire like-minded individuals...the Vatican says it’s permissible,under certain circumstances, for transgender Catholics to be baptized...U.S. Secretary of State says Gaza cannot be run by Hamas or occupied by Israel...and Republican Presidential candidates debate on abortion in light of Tuesday's election results.]]>329abortion,adf,alliance,christian,church,concern,debate,faith,gaza,gospel,hamas,israel,kcis,mission,news,religion,religious,update,vatican,yakimafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-8-2023--57564045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57564045Wed, 08 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion measure passes in Ohio...new U-S poll on Israel-Hamas war...U-K Judge rules on baby Indi case...and Religious Liberty in the States report.295abortion,baby,britian,christian,church,faith,hamas,indi,international,israel,kcis,kentucky,liberty,local,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,u-sfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-7-2023--57546935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57546935Tue, 07 Nov 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJewish man dies after clashing protests in California...Ohio abortion measure on the ballot today.. and 8-month-old terminally ill British girl granted Italian citizenship in effort to keep her on life-support.264abortion,britain,california,christian,church,faith,hamas,indi,indy,international,israel,italy,jewish,kcis,news,ohio,palestinian,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-6-2023--57535208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57535208Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Israel-Hamas war and Christian Missions in the region...at least 2 Christian building bombed in Sudan...and abortion on the ballot in parts of the U-S tomorrow.185abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,sudan,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-3-2023--57503940Christians in the Middle East may be at risk as a result of anti-Jewish sentiment...and
International Christian Concern releases its 2023 Persecutors of the Year report.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57503940Fri, 03 Nov 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges Israel to allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza... Christians in the Middle East may be at risk as a result of anti-Jewish sentiment...and International Christian Concern releases its...Christians in the Middle East may be at risk as a result of anti-Jewish sentiment...and
International Christian Concern releases its 2023 Persecutors of the Year report.]]>183christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,persecution,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-2-2023--57487363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57487363Thu, 02 Nov 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Senate circumvents hold by Alabama Senator over military abortion policy and confirms new head of the Navy...Idaho mother and son charged with kidnapping for taking son's minor girlfriend out of state for an abortion...and ministry in the midst of...277abortion,christian,church,faith,gaza,global,idaho,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,senate,tubervillefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-1-2023--57475244https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57475244Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaLargest Christian University in U.S. fined by Department of Education...another mass killing of Christians in Nigeria...and infant mortality in U.S. at its highest level in 20 years.279arizona,canyon,christian,church,faith,global,grand,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,religion,religious,russia,universityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-31-2023--57460664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57460664Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Israel-Hamas war and impact on Christians in Israel and Gaza...and Ukrainian religious leaders in U-S asking for support.203christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,palestinian,religion,religious,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-30-2023--57444776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57444776Mon, 30 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA large turnout to remember those killed in last week's Maine shooting...a not-guilty plea in an Illinois court in the killing of a six-your-old Muslim boy...and a mob storms an airport in Russian shortly after a plane from Tel Aviv landed there.180christian,church,concern,dagestan,faith,global,illinois,international,kcis,lewiston,local,maine,national,news,putin,religion,religious,russia,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-27-2023--57412789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57412789Fri, 27 Oct 2023 19:33:12 +0000CRISTA MediaChurch planting in the Holy Land in the midst of war...and an accident claims the lives of Kenya Hope missionaries.155christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hope,international,israel,issues,kcis,kenya,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-26-2023--57400456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57400456Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew speaker Mike Johnson says prayer is the proper response from the U.S. House to the mass shootings in Maine...Israel's Prime Minister invokes the Bible during speech to the nation annoucing Israeli military would soon launch its ground invasion of...198christian,church,evangelical,faith,gaza,global,house,international,iowa,isaiah,israel,jewish,johnson,kcis,muslim,national,netanyahu,religion,religious,speakerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-24-2023--57371568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57371568Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGeorgia Supreme Court today leavrd limited access to abortions unchanged for now...dozens of US states are suing Meta for harming young people’s mental health...and a report on the practical impact of war on Christians in Israel.203abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,georgia,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,meta,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-23-2023--57358002https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57358002Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTwo rulings in Colorado on abortion and Christian school involvement in a state program...and once jailed missionary pilot back in the U-S.247abortion,bella,catholic,christian,church,darren,faith,global,health,international,kcis,local,missionary,mozambique,national,news,patterson,pilot,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-20-2023--57325351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57325351Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGreek Othodox church hit in Gaza...three people killed in Uganadan park for allegedly supporting Christians in the region...and Ukranian Parliament advance legislation seen as effectively banning Ukrainian Orthodox Church.224christian,church,concern,faith,gaza,global,hamas,international,iran,israel,kcis,local,national,news,orthodox,religion,religious,uganda,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-19-2023--57309599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57309599Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPepperdine University community continuing prayer vigils today after four female students were hit by a car and killed Tuesday...the execution of an Idaho death row inmate who says he's a "devout Christian" has been delayed...and singer Brittney...177abortion,christian,church,concern,death,faith,global,idaho,international,kcis,local,national,news,pepperdine,religion,religious,row,speers,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-13-2023--57227073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57227073Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican offers to mediate between Israel and Hamas...U-S Senators heading to Israel...and Japan asks court to revoke legal status of the Unification Church.203christian,church,faith,global,hamas,international,israel,japan,kcis,local,mediator,muslim,national,news,protests,religion,religious,unificiation,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-12-2023--57214510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57214510Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIn-person voting underway in Ohio for November ballot measure on abortion...and an Israeli Christian pastors' account of Saturday's attack by Hamas.190abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,hamas,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-11-2023--57199763
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57199763Wed, 11 Oct 2023 19:33:19 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael update...and Italian evangelicals allege international evangelical group crossed a line by participating in ecumenical prayer vigil at the Vatican.
]]>261alliance,christian,church,concern,evangelical,faith,global,international,israel,italian,italy,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,stories,update,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-10-2023--57183609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57183609Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael update...large group of Christians kidnapped in Nigeria...and German Christian homeschooling family can stay another year in the U-S.205christian,church,concern,faith,german,global,hamas,homeschool,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nhl,nigeria,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-9-2023--57170715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57170715Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on Israel-Hamas war...and YWAM founder Loren Cunningham dead at 88.215blinken,christian,church,cunningham,east,faith,global,hamas,international,israel,kcis,local,loren,middle,national,news,religion,religious,update,ywamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-6-2023--57122815Jerusalem.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57122815Fri, 06 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Department of Defense settles lawsuit filed against rescinded COVID-19 vaccine mandate...more than 100 black faith and community leaders in Ohio urging vote against abortion amendment to state constitution..and American tourist arrested for...Jerusalem.]]>219abortion,choose,christian,church,covid,defense,faith,international,israel,issue,jerusalem,kcis,life,museum,national,news,ohio,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-5-2023--57093824https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57093824Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew poll says 30-percent of Americans don’t identify with a religious group...Gallup says more Americans want more children...and record giving for a Southern Bapitist mIssions group.185children,christian,church,faith,gallup,giving,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,nones,religion,religious,sbc,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-4-2023--57061556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57061556Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope opens big Vatican meeting on future of the Roman Catholic church...and another Christian village in attacked in NIgeria.199christian,church,climate,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,pakistan,pope,religion,religious,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-3-2023--57049460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57049460Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaColorado high court to hear case against Christian baker who refused again to make LGBTQ+ cake...U-S Supreme Court won't hear appeals of multiple pro-life activists facing heavy fines for releasing undercover videos...and Pope Francis suggests their...171cakeshop,christian,church,colorado,court,faith,global,kcis,masterpiece,medical,news,phillips,pope,progress,religion,religious,same-sex,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-2-2023--57033493]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57033493Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA leader of the abortion-rights group Emily's list appointed to U-S Senate...the mass exodus from Nagorno-Karabakh to Aremnia has been completed...and a global gathering on the future of the Roman Catholic church gets underway this week.]]>314christian,church,faith,kcis,news,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-29-2023--56996987residents have fled the region to Armenia.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56996987Fri, 29 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court to decide whether state laws regulating social media is constitutional...15 Christians attacked and killed in Kaduna state, Nigeria this week...and over 80% of Nagorno-Karabakh residents have fled the region to Armenia.residents have fled the region to Armenia.]]>213armenia,card,christian,church,court,faith,global,green,kaduna,kcis,local,media,nagorno-karabakh's,news,nigeria,pakistan,religion,religious,social,supremefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-28-2023--56981363
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56981363Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion comes up at last night's Republican Presidential Debate...Nagorno-Karabakh’s population continues to flee to Armenia...and a milestone for Samaritan's Purse.
]]>283abortion,armenia,christian,church,debate,faith,global,graham,international,kcis,local,national,news,presidential,purse,religion,religious,republican,samaritan's,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-27-2023--56963960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56963960Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMontana judge blocks enforcement of law banning gender-transition treatment for minors..man who made online threats against a Virginia church arrested after he was discovered allegedly trying to enter the church with weapons during a worship service...271armenia,azerbaijan,christian,church,faith,fire,gender,haymarket,iraq,kcis,montana,nagorno-karabakh,news,park,religion,religious,transition,valley,virginia,weddingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-26-2023--56947194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56947194Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDeadly blast as thousands of Armenians flee Nagorno-Karabakh...first group returns to remains of their homes in Lahaina...and Seattle Pacific University receives anonymous gift to expand the University’s student ministry outreach program.225armenia,christian,church,elon,faith,global,international,kcis,lahaina,local,musk,national,news,pacific,religion,religious,seattle,spu,update,xfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-25-2023--56928473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56928473Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope decries the weapons industry...Kosovo observing a day of mourning for a police officer killed by Serb gunmen...and thousands of Armenians streaming out of Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijani military reclaims full control of the region.201armenia,azerbaijan,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,kosovo,local,muslim,national,news,pope,religion,religious,serbiafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-22-2023--56898405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898405Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNetanyahu says Israel is "at the cusp” of historic breakthrough with Saudi Arabia...Pope Francis blasts “fanaticism of indifference” that greets migrants tyring to reach Europe...and United Methodist Church court acquits California bishop.273bishop,carcaño,christian,church,faith,global,international,israeli,kcis,lampedusa,local,marseille,methodist,national,netanyahu,news,pope,religion,religious,saudifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-21-2023--56888281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56888281Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaArrests in Canada during "Gender Ideology" protests...U-S Senate confirms new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff despite abortion blockade...Representatives of Nagorno-Karabakh and Azerbaijan government hold first round of talks on future of the...260abortion,armenia,azerbaijan,b-c,christian,church,faith,gender,ideology,international,israel,kcis,local,nagorno-karabakh,national,news,religion,religious,saudi,tubervillefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-20-2023--56873930https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56873930Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet on the sidlines of the U.N. General Assembly meeting in New York...and Pope Francis to hold major gathering in France on on the Mediterranean and migration.205christian,church,concern,faith,france,global,international,israel,kcis,local,marseille,migration,national,netanyahu,news,pope,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-19-2023--56858372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56858372Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media18 aid workers detained in Afghanistan for allegedly "inviting people to join Christianity"...15 Christians killed and 32 kidnapped in Kaduna state, Nigeria...and a new poll on how Americans view Israel.152afghanistan,assistance,christian,church,faith,fulani,international,israel,kaduna,kcis,mission,musk,national,netanyahu,news,nigeria,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-18-2023--56845348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56845348Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump on abortion bans...abortions resume in Wisconsin...and Kansas says no to changing gender on birth certificates.236abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,gender,global,international,issues,jericho,kansas,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,trump,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-15-2023--56814335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56814335Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsrael's Prime Minister and Elon Musk will meet next week while Musk faces accusations of tolerating antisemitic messages on his social media platform X...a pastor has been abducted in Nigeria...and on update on flooding in Libya.220christian,church,concern,derna,faith,global,international,kcis,libya,local,musk,national,news,nigeria,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-14-2023--56803032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56803032Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPlanned Parenthood to resume offering abortions in Wisconsin next week despite pro-life leader saying a state ban is still in effect...Israeli government has reportedly quietly taken unprecedented steps toward cementing control over the West...252abortion,bank,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,religion,religious,saskatchewan,update,west,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-13-2023--56791158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56791158Wed, 13 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion laws in Idaho, Tennesse and Oklahoma are being challenged...the inspiritation behind the movie "Sound of Freedom" to testify before Congress this week...and Mylon Fevre dies at age 78.274abortion,christian,church,faith,freedom,global,idaho,international,kcis,lefevre,local,mylon,national,news,religion,religious,sound,tennessee,trafficking,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-12-2023--56779601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56779601Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaCalls for President Biden not to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu during his upcoming visit to the U-S...aid is reportedly being cut to the world's hungriest...and a new Barna study on biblical worldview training.254barna,christian,church,concern,events,faith,food,global,hungry,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-11-2023--56767309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56767309Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRemembering 9/11...dual disasters in Morocco and Libya...Christian persecution in Nigeria and Nepal...a Saskatchewan's Premier Scott Moe plans to introduce legislation aimed at protecting parental rights2129/11,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,kcis,libya,local,morocco,national,nepal,news,nigeria,religion,religious,saskatchewan,taraba,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-8-2023--56739990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56739990Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFlordia Supreme Court hears lawsuit over 15-week abortion ban...settlement in Covid closure of Ohio private schools...and an attack on a Catholic rectory in Nigeria.206abortion,catholic,christian,church,concern,faith,flordia,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,ohio,religion,religious,seminary,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-7-2023--56728069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56728069Thu, 07 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Military officials and an Alabama senator clash over abortion policy...Mexico ends federal ban on abortion...and settlement in first amendent case involving Florida Catholic bookstore.174abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,jacksonville,kcis,local,mexico,military,national,news,pentagon,religion,religious,tuberville,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-6-2023--56715817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56715817Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge temorarily halts Southern California school district from requiring parents to be notified if their children change their gender identification or pronouns...Coach Kennedy calls it quits...and another investigation into Sri Lanka's 2019 Easter...263bremerton,chino,christian,church,faith,global,international,kcis,kennedy,lanka,local,national,news,prayer,religion,religious,sri,transgender,update,valleyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-5-2023--56702541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56702541Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis defends keeping discussions on future of Roman Catholic Church behind closed-doors...a Pakistani pastor has been shot and wounded...the "Sound of Freedom" continues its run world-wide...and World Conern continues its fight against human...332christian,church,concern,faith,freedom,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,pakistan,pastor,pope,religion,religious,sound,trafficking,update,worldfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-1-2023--56663068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56663068Fri, 01 Sep 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAssistant high school football coach Joe Kennedy is back on the field tonight..,two Texas laws involving minors have been struck down...and the Pope is in Mongolia.289bremerton,christian,church,coach,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,kennedy,local,mongolia,national,news,pope,religion,religious,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-31-2023--56651571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56651571Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Supreme Court allows new law banning gender-transition services for minors to take effect...more kidnappings and killing of Christians in Nigeria...and the Pope is heading to Mongolia.174christian,church,concern,faith,gender,global,international,kaduna,kcis,local,mongolia,national,news,nigeria,pope,religion,religious,texas,transition,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-30-2023--56639873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56639873Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFive Pro-Life activists found guilty of blocking acces to Washington, D.C. abortion facility...former Roman Catholic Cardinal found not competent to stand trial in sexual assault case...and Pope preparing to travel to Mongolia.268abortion,catholic,christian,church,concern,faith,global,handy,international,kcis,local,mccarrick,mongolia,national,news,paau,pope,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-29-2023--56629343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56629343Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican responds to Pope's comments on Russia...Pakistani police blame unamed "enemy" country for recent attacks on Christians...and coach Joe Kennedy asks for people to join him in a national night of prayer this Friday.192bremerton,christian,church,coach,concern,faith,global,international,kcis,kennedy,local,national,news,pakistan,religion,religious,russia,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-28-2023--56618949https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56618949Mon, 28 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaHead of historically black Christian university in Jacksonville, Florida responds to Saturday's mass shooting...several members of Haitian church killed during protest against gang violence...and hundreds of conversions reported at London outreach led...320bgea,caradeux,christian,church,ewu,faith,florida,global,haiti,international,kcis,local,marcorel,national,news,pope,religion,religious,shooting,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-25-2023--56592833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56592833Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge rules West Virginia can restrict sale of abortion pill...California church sues Santa Clara County over alleged Covid surveillance of members...and Christian nurse kidnapped then released in Haiti publically forgives her captors.189abortion,calvary,christian,church,clara,covid,faith,global,haiti,international,kcis,lawsuit,national,news,pill,religion,religious,santa,virginia,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-24-2023--56581488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56581488Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:32:22 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion positions at the Republican Presidiential Debate...and Seattle-area church appeals Washington State mandate on abortion coverage in medical plans.237abortion,cedar,christian,church,concern,debate,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,park,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-23-2023--56570309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56570309Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:41:38 +0000CRISTA MediaSouth Carolina Supreme Court reverses course on abortion...more blasphemy charges against Pakistani Christians...and Chrisitians reportedly attacked during prayer service in Delhi, India.241abortion,carolina,christian,church,concern,delhi,events,faith,global,india,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pakistan,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-11-2023--56443707https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56443707Fri, 11 Aug 2023 19:33:51 +0000CRISTA MediaLawsuit threatened over Missouri senior center bible study...and reports of beating and arrest of Christian educator in India over alleged trafficking and fraudulent conversion of students.146aclj,christian,church,concern,faith,global,india,international,issues,kcis,local,missouri,national,news,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-10-2023--56426286https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56426286Thu, 10 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRescue and firefighting efforts continue on Maui...Pastor Greg Laurie asks for prayer for their church in Lahaina...and a new Lifeway Research poll of pastors on fear in the U.S. Church.243christian,church,faith,global,harvest,hawaii,international,kcis,kumulani,lahaina,laurie,lifeway,local,malaysia,maui,national,news,religion,religious,researchfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-9-2023--56416481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56416481Wed, 09 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAmerician Christian nurse kidnapped in Haiti has been freed...Ohio voters reject measure on increasing voter threshold for amending state consitution...and a new lawsuit filed over an Idaho abortion law.283abortion,christian,church,el,faith,global,haiti,idaho,international,kansas,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,religion,religious,roi,uganda,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-8-2023--56406608]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56406608Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House members react to appeals trial of Christian Finnish Parliatment member...former "19 Kids and Counting star" loses appeal...and it's special election day in Ohio on issue that could effect a November vote on abortion.]]>223abortion,christian,church,concern,duggar,faith,finland,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,räsänen,religion,religious,tlc,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-7-2023--56396555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56396555Mon, 07 Aug 2023 19:35:11 +0000CRISTA MediaRuling on Texas abortion law appealed...Ohio vote tomorrow on state Consitution...Pope wraps up World Youth Day...and the latest on violence in India's Manipur state.265abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,india,international,kcis,local,manipur,national,news,ohio,pope,religion,religious,stories,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-4-2023--56372649Pope Francis visits a once-troubled and crime-plagued neighborhood in Portugal's capital as part of his trip to the country for World Youth Day events...and a federal appeals court ruling on abortions in Guam.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56372649Fri, 04 Aug 2023 19:30:58 +0000CRISTA Mediahttps://apnews.com/hub/pope-francis visits a once-troubled and crime-plagued neighborhood in Portugal's capital as part of his trip to the country for World Youth Day events...and a federal appeals court ruling on abortions in Guam.Pope Francis visits a once-troubled and crime-plagued neighborhood in Portugal's capital as part of his trip to the country for World Youth Day events...and a federal appeals court ruling on abortions in Guam.]]>187abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,guam,international,issues,kcis,libson,local,national,news,pope,portugal,religion,religious,serafina,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-3-2023--56359583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56359583Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:33:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA group of student missionaries from Texas, were safely on their way back to the U.S. today after their return from a mission trip in Niger was delayed due to a coup...Russian missile strikes damage another Ukrainian church...and Pope Francis makes a...186catherine's,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,niger,pope,portugal,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-2-2023--56349006https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56349006Wed, 02 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDeath penalty for Pittsburgh synagogue shooter...Oklahoma Governor signs executive order deciding defenitions of "female" and male" for state agencies...and Pope Francis arrives in Portgugal for World Youth Day".173christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,oklahoma,pittsburgh,pope,portugal,religion,religious,synagogue,update,world,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-1-2023--56339434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56339434Tue, 01 Aug 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U.S. State Deparment is working to free an American missionary and her daughter kidnapped in Haiti...a Pittsburgh jury has begun deliberations in the punishment for the gunman in a 2018 synagogue massacre...and an Idaho abortion law has been put...226abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,haiti,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pittsburgh,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-31-2023--56324623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56324623Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:32:06 +0000CRISTA MediaAmerican Christian nurse kidnapped in Haiti...Denmark’s foreign minister says the government will seek to make it illegal to desecrate the Quran or other holy books in front of foreign embassies...and another big weekend for "Sound of Freedom".167christian,church,concern,faith,finland,freedom,global,haiti,international,issues,kcis,kidnapping,local,national,news,portugal,religion,religious,sound,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-28-2023--56266027https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266027Fri, 28 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA coup in Niger and its implications...U.S. Senate passes Defense bill, setting up battle with House on abortion policy...and University of Notre Dame professor files efamation lawsuit against student-run publication over coverage of her abortion work.280abortion,christian,church,concern,dame,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,niger,notre,religion,religious,senate,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-27-2023--56251806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56251806Thu, 27 Jul 2023 19:33:22 +0000CRISTA MediaRussia refuses to speak at UN meeting on its attacks on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, including an Orthodox Church... dozens of Christians reportedly in jail in Uttar Pradesh, India on allegations of breaking anti-conversion laws...and Nero's...280anti-conversion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,india,international,issues,kcis,local,national,nero,news,pradesh,religion,religious,russia,update,uttarfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-26th-2023--56233911https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56233911Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli Supreme Court to hear challenges against a new law that weakens its power...Canadian pastor moves to Kenya to escape persecution...and a settlement for three Idaho Christians arrested at an outdoor "Psalm Sing".288abortion,canadian,christian,church,concern,faith,global,idaho,international,israel,kcis,local,national,news,pastor,persecution,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-25-2023--56218628https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56218628Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaProtests continue in Israel over judicial law...and reaction to missle strike on Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Odesa.219cathedral,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,orthodox,religion,religious,russia,transfiguration,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-24-2023--56202307]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56202307Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:34:26 +0000CRISTA MediaIsraeli lawmakers have approved a plan to reshape the country’s justice system...famous Jesuit priest expelled from the Catholic regligious order...and another strong weekend at the box office for "Sound of Freedom"]]>167christian,church,concern,faith,freedom,global,international,israel,issues,jesuit,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,rupnik,sound,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-21-2023--56179666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56179666Fri, 21 Jul 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMore demonstrations over Swedish Quran protests...UN council adopts resolution on blasphemy...and guilty plea in Wyoming abortion clinic fire.226abortion,adf,christian,church,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,manitoba,muslim,national,news,quran,religion,religious,sweden,un,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-20-2023--56170796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56170796Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:35:22 +0000CRISTA MediaA sentence for a Nebraska women for burning and burying the body her unborn baby after an illegal abortion...more protests in iraq over a protest in Sweden over the Quran...and India's Prime Minister speaks out on deadly clashes between mostly 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Capitol riot...and a local councilmember in Britain allegedly suspended by his party over social media post declaring "Pride is not a virtue but a sin."258abortion,britian,capitol,christian,church,faith,florida,global,international,iowa,kcis,lawal,local,national,pastor,pride,religion,religious,riotfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-17-2023--56131049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56131049Mon, 17 Jul 2023 19:38:49 +0000CRISTA MediaTwo federal courts being asked to affirm the First Amendment rights of two bloggers/photographers...an anti-cpnversion law in one Indian state is being scrapped...and another big weekend at the box office for the “Sound of Freedom”.216adf,caveziel,chosen,christian,church,concern,faith,freedom,global,international,issues,karnataka,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-14-2023--56104852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56104852Fri, 14 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. House passes defense bill which includes amendments on abortion coverage, diversity initiatives at the Pentagon and transgender services...an abortion battle continues in Iowa...and a federal appeals court has ruled on whether a Catholic high...307abortion,budget,catholic,christian,church,defense,faith,global,house,indiana,international,iowa,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,school,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-13-2023--56092578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56092578Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:29:55 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion comes up at NATO meeting...lawsuit over HHS abortion drug mandate goes foward...and first over-the-counter birth control pill approved.238abortion,biden,birth,christian,church,control,faith,gender,hhs,international,kcis,national,nato,news,pill,pittsburgh,religion,religious,russia,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-12-2023--56074919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56074919Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIowa passes 6-week abortion ban...lawsuit field against Idaho abortion law...and the impact of A.I. on bible translation.181abortion,a.i.,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,iowa,issues,kcis,local,national,news,poll,program,religion,religious,update,wycliffefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-11-2023--56064901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56064901Tue, 11 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMinnesota court rules in favor of Amish in religious freedom case that went to the U.S. Supreme Court...and reaction to the latest in Swedish Quran burning.185amish,christian,church,concern,faith,global,imm,international,issues,kcis,local,minnesota,national,news,program,quran,religion,religious,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-10-2023--56054430
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56054430Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA judicial order limiting Biden administration officials contacts with social media companies remains in place...Kansas judge has orders state to temporarily stop allowing people to change the gender listed on their drivers’ licenses...and an appeals...
]]>229christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kansas,kcis,local,louisiana,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,tennessee,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-6-2023--56017225https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56017225Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIowa governor calls for special legislative sesson on abortion...1 in 5 United Methodist churches in U.S. receive permission to leave the denomination...and faith-based film reportedly tops at box office on July 4th.154carolina,caviezel,christian,church,concern,faith,freedom,global,international,iowa,issues,kcis,local,methodist,national,news,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-5-2023--56005891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56005891Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNearly double the needed petitions for an Ohio constitutional amendment on abortion have been turned in...Israel has ended its West Bank raid...and a recent Quaran burning has Sweden torn between its commitment to free speech and respect for religious...246abortion,christian,church,colorado,faith,global,idaho,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,program,religion,religious,sweden,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-3-2023--55970226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55970226Mon, 03 Jul 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMajor Israeli Military operation in West Bank...another deadly week for Christians in Nigeria...and Pope appoints controverial Archbishop to Vatican office.143catholic,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-30-2023--55636421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55636421Fri, 30 Jun 2023 19:11:56 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U-S Supreme Court has ruled on a major religious freedom / free speech case...and a large North Carolina church leaves the Souther Baptist Convention.233christian,church,concern,elevation,faith,free,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,speech,stories,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newwsmakers-thursday-june-29-2023--55534684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55534684Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:43:49 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court decision on religious accommodation in the workplace...and a new Gallup poll on U-S religious worship attendance.238christian,church,concern,events,faith,gallup,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-28-2023--55428727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55428727Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:24:00 +0000CRISTA MediaOral arguments scheduled over HHS Pharmacy Mandate on abortion drugs...draft amendments being worked on to allow blasphemy charges under Pakistan’s anti-terrorism laws...and 1.8 million Muslims attending the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.220anti-terrorism,blasphemy,christian,church,concern,faith,global,hajj,international,kcis,local,mandate,national,news,pakistan,pharmacy,program,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-27-2023--55301091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55301091Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:52:54 +0000CRISTA MediaMore Christians attacked in Nigeria...embryo models created...and Mike Kellogg passes away.179christian,church,concern,embryo,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,kellogg,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-26-2023--55157818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55157818Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDeath penalty phase gets underway in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting...and U-S Supreme Court getting ready to release rulings in two religious rights cases.230christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pittsburgh,program,religion,religious,stories,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-23-2023--54841337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54841337Fri, 23 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTop Republican presidential candidates calling for imposing federal limits on abortion...President Biden gets endorsements from 3 abortion groups...and judge blocks Wyoming’s first-in-the-nation ban on abortion pills.214abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,starbucks,stories,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-22-2023--54829704https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54829704Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOregon legislature passes amended abortion and gender-transition bill...Wyoming Judge takes up state abortion pill ban...and Christian Reformed Church in North America reaffirms earlier ruling on a deacon in a same-sex marriage.251christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-21-2023--54651741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54651741Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMore unrest in the West Bank...judge rules on Arkansas gender transition law...and Utah school district puts BIble back on the shelf.220arkansas,bank,bible,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,update,utah,westfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-20-2023--54555652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54555652Tue, 20 Jun 2023 19:31:06 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme vacates South Carolina abortion clinic order while refusing to hear case of Christian college over Biden Administration directive...and the Vatican releases working document on promoting women to decision-making roles and inclustion of the...222abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,manitoba,national,news,ozarks,program,religion,religious,stories,update,vaticanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-9-2023--54164689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54164689Fri, 09 Jun 2023 19:30:57 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden decries state laws on transgenderism...new study suggests absent fathers and collapsed marriages might be two of the best explanations for why Christianity is declining in the United States..and Pope Francis continues to recover.262biden,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,lgbtq,local,national,news,pope,program,religion,religious,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-8-2023--54142344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54142344Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian broadcaster Pat Robertson has died...parents and lawmakers protest removal of Bible from Utah school district libraries...and Pope Francis surgery recovery update.201bible,cbn,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,robertson,stories,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-7-2023--54131709https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54131709Wed, 07 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis undergoes survey...former Vice President Pence opens bid for President...and two Transgender-related bills signed by Missouri Governor.294abortion,christian,church,dam,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pence,pope,religion,religious,surgery,transgender,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-6-2023--54117622https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54117622Tue, 06 Jun 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media265christian,church,faith,gender,global,identity,india,international,issues,kcis,local,manipur,national,news,oklahoma,quest,religion,religious,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-5-2023--54104597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54104597Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:38:39 +0000CRISTA MediaChurch and preschool file suit over title IX...former Vice President Pence make presidential candidacy official...and Franklin Graham preaches to overflow crowd in Korea.308adf,cajon,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,graham,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-2-2023--54079354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54079354Fri, 02 Jun 2023 19:34:48 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother massacre in a Christian village in Nigeria...and Chinese authorities reportedly raid a Christian Educaion Center and arrest its workers.197china,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-1-2023--54069464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54069464Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:22:31 +0000CRISTA MediaSuit filed over Idaho Transgender treatment law....Pakistani Christian sentenced to death for Blasphemy...and U.S. birth rate stayed flat in 2022.156christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-31-2023--54056836https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54056836Wed, 31 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma Supreme Court rules on two new state laws banning abortion...Nevada Governor signs abortion bill...and arrest made in death of New Jersey Christian councilwoman.216abortion,christian,church,concern,dodgers,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,nevada,news,oklahoma,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-30-2023--54043973]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54043973Tue, 30 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSuspect in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre went on trial today...Christian worship services reportedly stopped in progress in two Indonesian cities...and Ugandan President signs bill on homosexuality.]]>254christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,indonesia,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pittsburgh,program,religion,religious,stories,uganda,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-26-2023--54010701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54010701Fri, 26 May 2023 19:34:39 +0000CRISTA MediaWhatcom County votes to give $750,000 to a Christian charity that's building a homeless shelter...judge temporarily halts South Carolina abortion law...and kidnapped Austrailian missionary doctor released after 7 years.316abortion,australia,carolina,christian,church,faith,global,indiana,international,iowa,kcis,lighthouse,local,national,news,pope,religion,religious,update,whatcomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-25-2023--54000377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54000377Thu, 25 May 2023 19:30:14 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas passes bill allowing public schools to hire chaplains...and American got older, faster during the last decade.276abortion,census,chaplain,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-24-2023--53987554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53987554Wed, 24 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSouth Carolina's governor plans to sign new abortion-ban bill...Montana new abortion laws put on hold...and Target removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide.241abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,florida,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,stories,target,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-23-2023--53975108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53975108Tue, 23 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNebraska abortion case plea...Illinois clergy sex abuse investigation released... and U.S. Surgeon General calling for “immediate action” to protect youth mental health on social media.372abortion,catholic,christian,church,concern,faith,general,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,nebraska,news,program,religion,religious,surgeon,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-22-2023--53963100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53963100Mon, 22 May 2023 19:32:37 +0000CRISTA MediaNebraska's Governor signs hybrid abortion-gender transition bill...Sen. Tim Scott officially announces presidential bid...Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks tonight before religious broadcasters...and a new poll on the importance of the Faith Voters in...178abortion,christian,church,concern,desantis,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,nebraska,news,program,religion,religious,scott,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-19-2023--53933262https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53933262Fri, 19 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA Media209abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,keller,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,scott,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-18-2023--53923016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53923016Thu, 18 May 2023 19:43:04 +0000CRISTA MediaAppeals court hears abortion drug case...South Carolina House votes on abortion bill...U-S Supreme Court sides with social media companies...80 dead in Nigeria attacks...and Christian couple released from Iranian prision.304abortion,christian,church,concern,court,faith,global,international,iran,jerusalem,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-17-2023--53910195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53910195Wed, 17 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal court hears arguments on abortion drug...North Carolina passes abortion law...Florida bans gender transition services for minors...and ruling on California forcing doctors to participate in assisted suicide.326abortion,california,carolina,christian,church,desantis,faith,florida,gender,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,suicide,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-16-2023--53894833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53894833Tue, 16 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on attacks on Christians and churches in Manipur, India...new report released measureing corporate respect for free speech and religious freedom in the U-S...and Saddleback Church appeals ouster from Southern Baptist Convention.266abortion,adf,baptist,christian,church,events,faith,global,india,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,saddleback,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-15-2023--53876926https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53876926Mon, 15 May 2023 19:38:01 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Carolina governor vetos abortion bill...death toll linked to Kenyan doomesday cult rises...Pakistani Chrisian accused of blasphemy released on bail...and in person church attendance continues to recover from the Pandemic.221abortion,attendance,blasphemy,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pakistan,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-12-2023--53836936https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53836936Fri, 12 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRockets fired toward Jerusalem...California settles abortion-coverage lawsuit filed by four churches...and the four adult generations in the U.S had very different spiritual responses to the Covid Pandemic.256abortion,adf,barna,california,christian,church,covid,events,faith,global,international,israel,jerusalem,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religiousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-11-2023--53825603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53825603Thu, 11 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDeadly airstrikes continue in the Middle East...Ohio voters to decide on Constitutional amendent threshold prior to an amendment vote on abortion...and a record number of people worldwide are internally displaced.164abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,ohio,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-10-2023--53810837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53810837Wed, 10 May 2023 19:38:12 +0000CRISTA MediaMissouri legislature votes on gender bills...Vermont Governor signs gender and abortion bills...Britian confirms births of U.K.'s first babies combining DNA from three people...and a mix report for Southern Baptists.172abortion,baptist,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,missouri,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-9-2023--53797818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53797818Tue, 09 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaTrump verdict is in...head of pro-life group meets with the former President...and two Chibok school girls rescued.258abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,trump,update,verdictfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-8-2023--53780860]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53780860Mon, 08 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPrayer response to Texas shooting...and 44 churches reporedly attacked in northeast india.]]>142christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-5-2023--53754635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53754635Fri, 05 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Carolina legislature tightens abortion law...India’s Supreme Court will examine critical religious matters next week...and Lord Andrew Lloyd-Webber hopes the coronation anthem composed for King Charles III will echo in churches for years to come.174abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,india,international,issues,kcis,lloyd-webber,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-4-2023--53743762https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53743762Thu, 04 May 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U.S. National Day of Prayer being observed today...votes on bills on abortion and transgender issues delayed in Oregon...and the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom released its annual report this week.380abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hungary,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,prayer,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-3-2023--53732568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53732568Wed, 03 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis greets foregin envoy from the Russian Orthodox Church...Canadian pastor found guilty in Covid protests...and U.S. regulators say Facebook has misled parents and failed to protect privacy of children.321abortion,alberta,christian,church,covid,events,faith,global,international,kcis,local,national,news,pastor,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-2-2023--53720761approves expanding access to abortion and gender transition treatment.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53720761Tue, 02 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaThe Southern Baptist Convention fails to select a new Exectuive Committee President...The Presbyterian Church (USA) continues a drop in members and congregations...and Oregon's House approves expanding access to abortion and gender transition treatment.approves expanding access to abortion and gender transition treatment.]]>265abortion,christian,church,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,oregon,pcusa,program,religion,religious,sbc,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-1-2023--53708820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53708820Mon, 01 May 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaThe Biden administration warning hospitals they violate federal law by denying emergency abortions...Missouri limits on transgender-care put on hold...and top GOP leader speaks before Israeli Knesset.225abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,missouri,montana,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-28-2023--53680680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53680680Fri, 28 Apr 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion ban votes fall short in two states...Vermont votes on abortion pill...Pope visits Hungary...and religious persecution in Nigeria brought up in Washington, D-C.261abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hungary,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-27-2023--53669510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53669510Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:30:54 +0000CRISTA MediaDemocratic governors in Washington and Minnesota signed into law today legal protections for people who travel to those states seeking abortion and gender transition services.233abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,minnesota,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-26-2023--53656135https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53656135Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaEscaped inmate suspected in death of MIssissippi pastor...Montana legislators meet to possibly censure or expel transgender lawmaker...North Dakota limits bathroom access in several state facilities...and Pope gives women the right to vote at an...267abortion,christian,church,concern,dakota,events,faith,global,haley,international,issues,kcis,local,montana,national,news,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-25-2023--53645017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53645017Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Dakota bans abortion at 6 weeks...contention in the Montana legislature...and deadly attacks on Nigerian Christians..189abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,montana,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-24-2023--53633540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53633540Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:34:58 +0000CRISTA MediaA new study shows the COVID pandemic has shaken the very foundations of faith in the United States...Donald Trump speaks out on abortion...and Kenya's President speaks out on cult deaths.346abortion,barna,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,kenya,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-21-2023--53608106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53608106Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion pill update...abortion clinic opens in Wyoming...and Pride parade cancelled in Florida.238abortion,christian,church,concern,faith,florida,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,oregon,pride,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-20-2023--53597694https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53597694Thu, 20 Apr 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Supreme delays decsion on abortion pill...U.S. House passes bill on transgender athletes...and North Dakota restricts gender-transition treatments for minors.183abortion,christian,church,concern,congress,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-19-2023--53586019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53586019Wed, 19 Apr 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court poised to rule on abortion pill restrictions...High Court hears case on religious accommodation in the workplace...and Florida approves ban on classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in all grades.167christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-18-2023--53574321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53574321Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:30:29 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion and Religion at the U-S Supreme Court...another attack on Christians in Nigeria...and Dr. Charles Stanley passes away.266abortion,christian,church,concern,court,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-17-2023--53563334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53563334Mon, 17 Apr 2023 19:46:10 +0000CRISTA MediaOrhodox Easter in Ukraine and Russia..Founder of Operation Mobilization passes away...and new study on effect of mega-churches on worship music.267christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-14-2023--53539741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53539741Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:32:39 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U-S Supreme Court being asked to step into legal fight over an abortion drug...Florida's governor signs 6-week abortion ban into law...and NHL team reaches agreement with historic Black church.202abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,mifepristone,national,news,pittsburgh,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-13-2023--53528552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53528552Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:34:38 +0000CRISTA MediaA federal appeals court has ruled an abortion drug can still be used, but with restrictions...acts of church vandalism are up...and a report says Catholicism among Latinos in the U-S continues to steadily decline.276abortion,catholic,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,mifepristone,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-12-2023--53516957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53516957Wed, 12 Apr 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Department of Health proposes rule to prohibit use or disclosure of protected health information to investigate, or prosecute patients, providers, and others involved in an abortion...North Dakota’s governor signs two transgender athlete bans...207abortion,arizona,christian,church,concern,dakota,events,faith,global,hhs,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,religion,religious,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-11-2023--53506451https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53506451Tue, 11 Apr 2023 19:32:33 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House subpoena's FBI Director over memo on white supremacists’ interaction with local Catholic churches...thousands of Israelis led by at least seven Cabinet ministers marched to an evacuated West Bank settlement...and Idaho murder trial with...179christian,church,concern,events,faith,fbi,global,idaho,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-10-2023--53495468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53495468Mon, 10 Apr 2023 19:31:29 +0000CRISTA MediaU-s Justice Department appeals Texas judge ruling on abortion pill...Pope's Easter message...and Orthodox Palm Sunday service held in Ukraine's most revered Orthodox site.209abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,international,issues,jersusalem,kcis,local,national,news,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-6-2023--53464804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53464804Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho's governor signs bill making it a crime to help a minor get an abortion without parental consent...Michigan's governor signs legislation repealing Michigan's abortion ban...tensions ramp-up in Israel...and despite being recently hospitalized,...363abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-5-2023--53455290https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53455290Wed, 05 Apr 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaViolence at a Jerusalem mosque...Washington State buys abortion pills...and bills banning gender-transition treatments for minors signed in Idaho and Indiana.342abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,jerusalem,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,transgender,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-4-2023--53444281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53444281Tue, 04 Apr 2023 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaLawsuit filed against Oregon officials for denying a woman's application to adopt siblings from foster care due to her religious beliefs...the Commissioner of the NHL rethinking "Pride Nights"...and Wisconsin voters deciding a judicial race today...245christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nhl,oregon,program,religion,religious,stories,update,wisconsinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-3-2023--53433140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53433140Mon, 03 Apr 2023 19:35:16 +0000CRISTA MediaPalm Suniday reaction to Nashville school shooting...more Christians killed in Nigeria...and exiled members of Chinese Christian church in custody in Thailand.215christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,nashville,national,news,nigerian,program,religion,religious,stories,thailand,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-24-2023--53328186P-M says government will not pass a bill that would criminalize Christian evangelism.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53328186Fri, 24 Mar 2023 19:47:45 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House pass parents’ rights” bill...Utah taking aim at social media access for minors...and Israeli P-M says government will not pass a bill that would criminalize Christian evangelism.P-M says government will not pass a bill that would criminalize Christian evangelism.]]>276christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israeli,issues,kcis,local,national,netanyahu,news,parents,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-23-2023--53315692Wyoming for now...Hawaii expands access to abortion...the Nebraska Legislature has advanced a bill that would ban gender-transition treatment for minors,,,and track and field has banned transgender athletes from international competition.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53315692Thu, 23 Mar 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion is legal again in https://apnews.com/article/abortion-pills-wyoming-roe-v-wade-5e4e48984dbe99c24c8c20828680955cfor now...Hawaii expands access to abortion...the Nebraska Legislature has advanced a bill that would ban gender-transition...Wyoming for now...Hawaii expands access to abortion...the Nebraska Legislature has advanced a bill that would ban gender-transition treatment for minors,,,and track and field has banned transgender athletes from international competition.]]>307abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hawaii,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-22-2023--53301697“Born Alive” abortion bill...Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns portion of the state's abortion ban...and Arkansas governor signs public school bathroom bill.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53301697Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaKansas House approves http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/documents/hb2313_00_0000.pdf...Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns portion of the state's abortion ban...and Arkansas governor signs public school bathroom bill.“Born Alive” abortion bill...Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns portion of the state's abortion ban...and Arkansas governor signs public school bathroom bill.]]>190abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kansas,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-21-2023--53287257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53287257Tue, 21 Mar 2023 19:31:49 +0000CRISTA MediaWyoming institutes the nation's first explicit ban on abortion pills...an Oregon bill that would greatly expand access to abortion and gender-transition treatment was debated yesterday at a packed public hearing...adn Missouri will limit access to...190abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,oregon,program,religion,religious,stories,update,wyomingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-20-2023--53269567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53269567Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:32:13 +0000CRISTA MediaAmerican aid worker kidnapped in 2016 released in Niger...Russia condemned by European Court of Human Rights for violating the right to religious freedom and discriminating against a Christian pastor...and Christian theology lecturer dismissed by...348christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,mali,methodist,national,news,niger,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-17-2023--53240300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53240300Fri, 17 Mar 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTransgender school bathroom bill sent to Iowa governor...six-week abortion ban bill moves foward in Florida...and American missionary pilot released from prison.221abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,missionary,national,news,pilot,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-16-2023--53228385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53228385Thu, 16 Mar 2023 19:39:36 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Dakota Supreme Court upholds temporary block state's abortion ban...deaths of pregnant women in the U.S. fell in 2022...and a new survey on sharing diverse views in the workplace.270abortion,adf,christian,church,concern,dakota,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-14-2023--53201963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53201963Tue, 14 Mar 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaArkansas effectively reinstates locked ban on gender-transition treatment for children...YWAM founder Loren Cunningham undergoing treatment for Stage 4 cancer...and research released on the seven cornerstones of a biblical worldview.182barna,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,transgender,update,ywamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-13-2023--53186898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53186898Mon, 13 Mar 2023 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer Bremerton football coach reinstated...Virginia school system removing test question equating liberals and conservatives with specific racial and gender demographics...and Nigerian pastor's family attacked and abducted.265bemerton,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,kennedy,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-10-2023--53161948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53161948Fri, 10 Mar 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaShooting at Jehovah Witness building in Germany...an Australian commission investigating Hillsong Church...and ChinaAid releases report on monitoring of religions in China's Henan province.252christian,church,concern,events,faith,germany,global,henan,hillsong,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-9-2023--53150872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53150872Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaApparant shift by some GOP-led states in Medicaid support...federal court reinstates Florida law strippng taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood...and a basketball coach resigns after being suspended by school officials stating he cited a Bible...226abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,florida,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,texas,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-8-2023--53140498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53140498Wed, 08 Mar 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Senate trying again to codify a federal right to an abortion...another lawsuit filed against Texas abortion law...and more United Methodist churches leaving the denomination.253abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,methodist,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,women'sfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-7-2023--53126865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53126865Tue, 07 Mar 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew York agrees to pay $250,000 in attorneys’ fees and costs after trying to shut down Syracuse-based adoption agency for its religious policies...a network of New York-based pregnancy centers can proceed with challenging a law they say forces them to...246abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,parthenon,program,religion,religious,stories,update,yorkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-6-2023--53113679
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53113679Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:32:42 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court declines to hear appeal in Florida police department prayer vigil case...Utah Governor plans to sign a measure that would effectively ban abortion clinics from operating in the state...and Iranian pastor once sentenced to death for...
]]>234abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,supreme,update,utahfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-3-2023--53087604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53087604Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:31:50 +0000CRISTA MediaYakima Union Gospel Mission files suit against Washington State...Calgary pastor arrested after protesting library story hour...and Walgreens won't sell abortion pill in 20 states.223abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,mission,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,yakimafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-2-2023--53076375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53076375Thu, 02 Mar 2023 21:51:57 +0000CRISTA MediaTwitter has unveiled a new policy prohibiting violent speech...impact of Nigeria election...and a new study says a church hybrid model is the new normal.223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-1-2023--53025018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53025018Wed, 01 Mar 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State Senate passes bills on LGBTQ curricula, cost-sharing for abortion, and requiring clergy to report, with exceptions, abuse allegations...Mississippi says no to sex-change operations for minors...and Israeli police respond to street...315christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-28-2023--52881314against the Biden administration...:Jesus Revolution" makes strong opening weekend showing...and a new survey shows percent of U.S. population with a "Biblical Worldview" is shrinking.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52881314Tue, 28 Feb 2023 20:40:46 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court asked to review lower court decision denying a religious freedom lawsuit against the Biden administration...:Jesus Revolution" makes strong opening weekend showing...and a new survey shows percent of U.S. population with a "Biblical...against the Biden administration...:Jesus Revolution" makes strong opening weekend showing...and a new survey shows percent of U.S. population with a "Biblical Worldview" is shrinking.]]>248christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,jesus,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,revolution,stories,update,worldviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-27-2023--52869617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52869617Mon, 27 Feb 2023 20:29:27 +0000CRISTA MediaMore trouble in the West Bank...Florida Govenor signs bill controlling Disney district...and Ugandan Police arrest two people in connection with the kidnapping of 40 Christian children.234christian,church,concern,disney,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,uganda,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-24-2023--52843030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52843030Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTennesse house votes overwhelmingly to ban gender transition treatments for minors...and today marks the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.217christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,russia,stories,tennessee,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-23-2023--52830331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52830331Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:32:50 +0000CRISTA MediaFreedom of Religion suits filed in California and Florda...and information on a "Faithfulness Tax" in Russia.233adf,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-22-2023--52816381https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52816381Wed, 22 Feb 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSeattle City Council adds caste to the city’s anti-discrimination laws...and the Southern Baptist Convention ousts its second-largest church.173christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,saddleback,sbc,stories,update,warrenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-21-2023--52806250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52806250Tue, 21 Feb 2023 20:38:36 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on L-A Bishop murder...missionary pilot refused bail in Mozambique...and Hong Kong revokes visa of Chinese scientist who claimed in 2018 he made the world’s first genetically edited babies.277bishop,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,maf,mozambique,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-20-2023--52794014https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52794014Mon, 20 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaArrest in shooting death of Los Angeles bishop...President's Biden & Zelensky visit church in Kyiv...and and public worship and prayer services moving off campus of Asbury University.225asbury,bishop,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,revival,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-17-2023--52794008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52794008Mon, 20 Feb 2023 20:03:49 +0000CRISTA Media171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-16-2023--52758833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52758833Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaKentucky Supreme Court keeps near-total abortion ban in place for now...federal appeals court to rehear Conneticut transgender athlete case...ande Damar Hamlin reponds to criticism over his Super Bowl jacket.198abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hamlin,international,issues,kcis,kentucky,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-15-2023--52746102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52746102Wed, 15 Feb 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaBill criminalizing sex-change surgeries and medication for minors passes Idaho House...Vermont House committee votes to allow nonresidents to seek medically assisted suicide...and new survey says half of Americans believe national news media intends...346christian,church,concern,events,faith,gallup,global,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,update,vermontfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-14-2023--52730675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52730675Tue, 14 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaCalifornia lawmakers to attempt to repeal 15-year-old marriage law...South Dakota Governor signs bill banning sex change operations and medication for minors...and a national day of prayer today in Kenya.292christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,kenya,local,marriage,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-13-2023--52720324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52720324Mon, 13 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPope responds to sentencing of Nicaraguan Bishop...explosive report on abuse in Portugese Catholic Church...and a new survey on antisemitism in the U.S.280christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-10-2023--52697055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52697055Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAn abortion pill could be pulled off the market by a legal case in Texas...South Dakota lawmakers vote on transgender transition surgies and medication for minors...and the Church of England votes to allow “blessings” on same-sex relationships.240abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,pill,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-9-2023--52685479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52685479Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian response to the Turkey Syria earthquake...study compares supportive services to pregnant women in both pregnancy centers and abortion clinics...andJesus and the Super Bowl.250christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,jesus,kcis,local,national,news,nfl,program,religion,religious,stories,turkey,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-8-2023--52674678https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52674678Wed, 08 Feb 2023 20:30:53 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden pushes to codify Roe in State of the Union address...and Christian relief organizations on the front lines of earthquake relief in Turkey and Syria.200christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-february-7-2023--52663917https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52663917Tue, 07 Feb 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPrayer for aid for Turkey...vacinne mandate appeal to be heard this week in New York...and a ruling in a worship protest in Moscow, Idaho.185christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,moscow,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,turkey,update,worshipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-february-6-2023--52653960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52653960Mon, 06 Feb 2023 20:30:55 +0000CRISTA MediaSpokane pro-life organization agrees to pay legal fees and damages for holding worship services at the property of a Planned Parenthood clinic...financial support of pro-life pregnancy centers being discussed in some state legislatures...and three...331abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-february-3-2023--52631621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52631621Fri, 03 Feb 2023 20:29:27 +0000CRISTA MediaRoman Catholic, Anglican, and the Church of Scotland leaders are in South Sudan...police investigating the death of a local New Jersey Councilwoman...and final arguments expected today in the case of a Calgary pastor.153christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-february-2-2023--52619457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52619457Thu, 02 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA Media70th National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, D-C, this morning...Calgary pastor on trial over Alberta trucker blockade...and Pope speaks at Congo youth stadium event.325calgary,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pastor,prayer,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-february-1-2023--52608504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52608504Wed, 01 Feb 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaA million pepole gather in Congo to hear the Pope...Turkey won't allow Sweden to join NATO...and a change in leadership and direction for tomorrow's National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D-C.220breakfast,christian,church,concern,congo,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,prayer,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-31-2023--52598417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52598417Tue, 31 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Secretary of State wraps up trip to Israel...Pope visits Congo...and Christians, including two pastors, killed in Africa.196christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nigeria,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-30-2023--52587311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52587311Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:31:48 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. Secretary of State Blinken meets with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu... Pastor of Memphis church pleased there's been peace so far in response to Tyrre Nichols' beating death...and Massachusetts has joined several other states in establishing...217christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-27-2023--52564436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52564436Fri, 27 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDeadly shooting outside east Jerusalem synagogue...missionary pilot remains imprisoned...and Seattle Pacific University announces new President.210christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,missionary,national,news,pilot,program,religion,religious,spu,storiesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-26-2023--52554557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52554557Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaColorado appeals court rules against Christian baker...Oregon judge dismisses case against group of Chrtistian colleges and universities...and 25-year-old Moroccan man being held over the deadly attacks at two Catholic churches in southern Spain.188abortion,cccu,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,phillips,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-25-2023--52544183https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52544183Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaIndictments handed down in connection with spray-painting threats on Florida pro-life pregnancy resource centers...Pope says homosexuality is not a crime, but is a sin...and Arkansas church mourns death of 5 students returning from bible college.329abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,homosexuality,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pope,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-24-2023--52532665]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52532665Tue, 24 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAppeals court declines to rehear conversion therapy for minors case...and Israel's Prime Minister makes surprise visit to Jordan.]]>208christian,church,concern,conversion,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,therapy,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-23-2023--52520869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52520869Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rejects appeal from Daystar Television Network...White House tries show it's determined to restore abortion rights...and Maltese Christian charity worker facing criminal charges for allegedly discussing and advertising ‘conversion...224abortion,christian,church,concern,daystar,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,malta,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-20-2023--52497935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52497935Fri, 20 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMarch For Life held today in Washington, D-C...Church of England apologizes...and federal judge dismisses case against Florida's governor.277abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,march,national,news,program,religion,religious,roe,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-19-2023--52487559]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52487559Thu, 19 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme Court says it hasn't determined yet who leaked a draft of the court’s opinion overturning Roe...a group of religious leaders who support abortion file lawsuit challenging Missouri’s abortion law...and persecution of Christians continues...]]>292christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-18-2023--52476519https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52476519Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaChurch of England to allow blessings for same-sex, civil marriages, but will not allow same-sex couples to marry in its churches...and the first post-Roe March For Life is this Friday.260abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,march,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-17-2023--52466683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52466683Tue, 17 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMLK's daughter speaks out on federal holiday...the Pope invites all Christians to a September prayer gathering...and China loses population.205christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-13-2023--52435910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52435910Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:42:27 +0000CRISTA MediaOregon federal district court dismisses title IX lawsuit...two physician groups challenging mandate requiring doctors to perform gender transition procedures...and a protest at NCAA convention over transgender athletes in women's sports.176abortion,adf,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,ncaa,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-12-2023--52425869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52425869Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaLate Roman Catholic Cardinal George Pell has allegedly written an online memorandum lambasting Pope Francis' rule...and state officials in Montana taking public comment on requiring prior authorization before paying for abortions covered by Medicaid.177abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,montana,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-11-2023--52415053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52415053Wed, 11 Jan 2023 21:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaA high profile Catholic Cardinal has died unexpectedly...a Ugandan Christian killed for his faith...and Franklin Graham commments on Prince Harry's memoir.181christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,graham,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pell,prince,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-10-2023--52404842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52404842Tue, 10 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas lawmakers hold first legislative session since a statewide abortion ban took effect, with access to birth control for minors likely a top topic...B-C pastor chared with alleged sexual assault...and attacks on a pastor and a priest in Africa.227africa,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,pastor,priest,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-january-9-2023--52394710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52394710Mon, 09 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaRepublican lawmakers in a number of states proposing limits on medical gender-transition services for youth...the UAE says it will begin teaching about the Holocaust in school history classes...and prayer in the NFL.198christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,hamlin,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,nfl,pray,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-january-6-2023--52373269https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52373269Fri, 06 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho Supreme Court upholds new abortion laws...and an uneasy Orthodox Christmas cease-fire in Ukraine.153christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-january-5-2023--52364284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52364284Thu, 05 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Benedict laid to rest...South Carolina Supreme Court strikes down state abortion law...and Putin calls for cease fire in Ukraine for Russian Orthodox Christmas..202christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-january-4-2023--52354279https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52354279Wed, 04 Jan 2023 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFDA finalizes rule change on abortion pills...graves at a historic Christian cemetery in Jerusalem have been vandalized...and the religious makeup of the new U.S. Congress.269abortion,christian,church,concern,congress,events,faith,fda,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-january-3-2023--52345212https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52345212Tue, 03 Jan 2023 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMourners line up for second day to pay respects to Pope Emeritus Benedit XVI...and added tension today at a Jerusalem holy stie.182christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-23-2022--52269859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52269859Fri, 23 Dec 2022 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaTrans World Radio continues to broadcast the hope of Christ in Ukraine...Christmas outreach in Lebanon...and in person Christmas meals return for homeless in Vancouver, B.C.206christian,christmas,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,lebanon,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-22-2022--52260590First Amendment federal lawsuit filed today against Michigan officials...and Spain and Scotland have passed gender self-determination bills.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52260590Thu, 22 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal appeals court temporarly bars enforcement of buffer zone around a Kentucky abortion clinic... First Amendment federal lawsuit filed today against Michigan officials...and Spain and Scotland have passed gender self-determination bills.First Amendment federal lawsuit filed today against Michigan officials...and Spain and Scotland have passed gender self-determination bills.]]>275christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-21-2022--52249329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52249329Wed, 21 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSwiss government rejects third gender option, while Scotland debates thie issue of gender change...and the Salvation Army still in need ot Bell Ringers this Christmas season.196army,christian,church,concern,events,faith,gender,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,salvation,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-20-2022--52240541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52240541Tue, 20 Dec 2022 20:46:12 +0000CRISTA MediaHanukkah at the White House and in Poland....and data for Covid tracking used for other purposes.151christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-19-2022--52230408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52230408Mon, 19 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMassachusetts highest court rules against physician assisted suicide...and prominent pro-life U.S. priest defrocked by Vatican...231abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-16-2022--52208247https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52208247Fri, 16 Dec 2022 20:49:19 +0000CRISTA MediaAppeals court dismisses challenge to Connecticut’s policy allowing transgender girls to compete in girls’ high school sports...former President Trump speaks to Orthodox Jews...and Israel’s designated prime minister vows to seek full diplomatic...194christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-15-2022--52198080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52198080Thu, 15 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIndictment in Puget Sound-area kingdom hall arsons...Bethlehem is bustling again...and Algeria steps up resrictions on minoritiy religions.173christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-14-2022--52187486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52187486Wed, 14 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaADF speaks out on signing of "Respect for Marriage Act"...Manitoba churches present appeal of Covid closures...and Pope Francis says give to Ukraine this Christmas.223christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-13-2022--52177943https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52177943Tue, 13 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden to sign same-sex marriage bill next week...NRB reaction to the bill...and Manitoba churches in court over Covid-19 restrictions.266christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,manitoba,national,news,nrb,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-12-2022--52166946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52166946Mon, 12 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFederal judge rules on Montana vaccine law...Japan enacts religious donation law...and millions expected for Mexican religious pilgrimage.209christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-9-2022--52142681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52142681Fri, 09 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma abortion petition pulled...Portugal’s parliament votes for third time to allow euthanasia...and Christian ministry responds to Taliban holding public execution and floggings in Afghanistan.239abortion,afghanistan,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-8-2022--52132972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52132972Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.S. House votes on "Respect for Marriage" Act...Ukraine's President both praised and criticized for proposing legislation cracking down on the Ukrainian Orthodox Church...and Pakistan responds to being put on U.S. State Department's list regarding...264christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,marriage,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-december-7-2022--52123791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52123791Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaChristian law students settle with University of Idaho...friction heating up in Anglican communion over LGBTQ issues...and federal judge orders Southwest Airlines to rehire a flight attendant who said she was fired for expressing opposition to abortion.230abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,idaho,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-december-6-2022--52113055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52113055Tue, 06 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaChristians finding ways to serve in Iran... a Minnesota town backs away from a proposal to let people sue abortion providers...and a major archeological find in England.250christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-december-5-2022--52103200https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52103200Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:37:33 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S Supreme court hears arguments on religious freedom and homosexual rights.174christian,church,concern,court,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,supreme,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-december-2-2022--52081878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52081878Fri, 02 Dec 2022 20:35:09 +0000CRISTA MediaU.N. says Islamic State committed war crimes against the Christian community in 2014.. Russian paramilitary organization put on U.S. list of religious freedom violators...and a look at pivotal free speech case being heard Monday at the U.S. Supreme Court.294christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-december-1-2022--52070664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52070664Thu, 01 Dec 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaProsecutors ask judge to toss out a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s ban on abortions...Amazon doesn't plan to stop selling anti-semtic film...and more churches being shut down in Algeria.228christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-30-2022--52059722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52059722Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSenate approves same-sex marriage bill...Christian medical group celebrates court victory...and potential opportunity for the church amidst protests in China.257christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-29-2022--52048301https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52048301Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSame-sex marriage bill in Congress...federal appeals court reinstates Indiania fetal remains law...and less than half of the population in England and Wales identify as Christian.281christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-28-2022--52037258https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52037258Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:37:11 +0000CRISTA MediaChina and the Vatican tangle again over appointment of Chinese Bishops...and more anti-conversion laws passed in India.169christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-23-2022--51993377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51993377Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGeorgia Supreme Court reinstates state abortion ban...Jerusalem bombings...and more on Ukranian authorities searching Orthodox churches.229abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,ukraine,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-22-2022--51983384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51983384Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:29:30 +0000CRISTA MediaUkrainian authorities raid Orthodox site in Kyiv...churches in Asia mobilize to help quake victims in Indonesia...and top American diplomat criticizes FIFA over "diversity and inclusion".198abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,fifa,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-21-2022--51970039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51970039Mon, 21 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaReponse to NY Times report on allege leak of 2014 Supreme Court contraception decision...abortion challenges in Texas and Georgia...and arrests after antisemitic threats in New York.222abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-18-2022--51945814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51945814Fri, 18 Nov 2022 20:37:37 +0000CRISTA MediaWest Virginia’s Supreme Court explains last month's ruling allowing a non-public school scholarship program to continue...and Maryland's attorney general ID's 158 Catholic Priests accused of abuse.172christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-17-2022--51934859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51934859Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:41:38 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction to the U-S Senate vote on same-sex marriage legislation ...a new Barna survey on last week's midterm elections...and home births were up in the U-S last year.324abortion,barna,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-16-2022--51918219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51918219Wed, 16 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSenate attempting to codify same-sex marriage...an Arkansas ban on gender transition treatment for children continues to be on hold...and Georgia to appeal ruling overturning state abortion ban.205christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-15-2022--51902795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51902795Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudge overturns Georgia abortion law...Kentucky Supreme Court hears arguments over its abortion law...and U-S Catholic Bishops elect new president.177abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-november-14-2022--51890635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51890635Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden doubts abortion rights will be federally codified...pro-life doctors sue over Mississippi abortion law...and 58 Louisiana congregations to leave the United Methodist church.170abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-11-2022--51866341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51866341Fri, 11 Nov 2022 20:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaA breakdown of the religious vote on abortion...U.S. government taking steps to ensure pregnant migrant youth have access to abortion...and Southern California church elder charged with murder.250abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-10-2022--51856446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51856446Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMontana abortion referendum defeated...South Carolina efforts to pass a stricter abortion law have failed...and a western Michigan library targeted by residents opposed to LGBTQ materials on its shelves loses most of its funding.171abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-9-2022--51843960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51843960Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion measures pass in handful of states...how to talk to kids about latest school shooting...and concern about antisemitism on anniversary of "Kristallnacht".213abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-8-2022--51829263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51829263Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion directly on the ballot in 5 states today...reward offered for Haitian gang leaders who kidnapped Christian missionaries last year...and attacks continue on Christians in Nigeria.246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-november-4-2022--51788936https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51788936Fri, 04 Nov 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaBeauty pageant can bar transgender participants...Pope attends another interfaith conference...and International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted church is this Sunday.178christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,persecuted,persecution,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-november-3-2022--51778741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51778741Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho Deputy Attorney General who defended the state's abortion laws has quit...Israel's Prime Minister concedes defeat...and ancient Christian monastery found on shores of the Persian Gulf.145christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-november-2-2022--51767830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51767830Wed, 02 Nov 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDisruption at the U.S. Supreme Court...Israeli election...and Jesus Film released in 2,000th language.166christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,jesus,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-november-1-2022--51755682https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51755682Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion still legal in Noth Dakota...Pope heading to Bahrain...and new Barna survey shows "chilling" implications.240christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-28-2022--51718541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51718541Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:32:34 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion remains a key topic ahead of the November 8 elections.212abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-27-2022--51708107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51708107Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaHong Kong Pastor jailed...3 Swedish citizens being deported from India for alleging trying to convert locals to Christianity...and another abortion accusation against a Pro-Life U-S Senate candidate.230christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-26-2022--51697486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51697486Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPraying Bremerton football coach to be reinstated...abortion a key topic in Pennsylvania and Michigan debates...and a verdict in Wisconsin Christmas parade deaths.192abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-25-2022--51686751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51686751Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGeorgia abortion law trial in day 2...former U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter dies...and a plea from religious leaders to end "nuclear nightmare".132abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-24-2022--51675233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51675233Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGeorgia abortion law goes to trial...California Judge rules in favor of Christian Baker...and Pope meets with French President on Ukraine.213abortion,baker,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,sbc,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-21-2022--51648002https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51648002Fri, 21 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaProsecution rests in Christmas parade killing...judge puts on hold portion of New York gun law...and U-S Supreme asked to overturn Arkansas law on Israeli boycotts.184christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-20-2022--51637284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51637284Thu, 20 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPentagon to provide travel fund for abortions...Michigan man to stand trial in shooting of abortion amendment canvasser...and Social Security Administration announces gender identity plan.179abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-19-2022--51625638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51625638Wed, 19 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaDIscussons over South Carolina's abortion law continue...Louisiana pastor admits defrauding his church...and Brazilian Presidential candidate writes open letter to evangelicals.181abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-18-2022--51611794https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51611794Tue, 18 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden promises to codify Roe...and Australia to return its embassy in Israel to Tel Aviv.202abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,israel,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-17-2022--51601343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51601343Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaArkansas ban on gender-transition treament for minors goes to trial...another church attack in Nigeria...and Japan’s Prime Minister orders investigation into the Unification Church.182christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-14-2022--51577709https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51577709Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion on the ballot in California...abortion as a religious freedom issue being challenged in Indiana...and Mississippi judge says no to using pandemic relief funds for private schools.165abortion,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-13-2022--51568061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51568061Thu, 13 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPalestinian President has no faith in the U.S. to mediate a solution to the conflict with Israel...tensions continue to rise in Jerusalem...and Indiana's Supreme Court says a lower court ruling on an abortion ban can remain for now.181christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-12-2022--51556628https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51556628Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Dakota judge ordered to take another look at abortion decision...legal abortions continue for now in Arizona...and prayers and hope for peace in Ukraine.189christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-11-2022--51540387https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51540387Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rejects Dylan Roof appeal...and Pope observes anniversary of Vatican II.162christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-10-2022--51529866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51529866Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaGender-Transition surgeries for minors paused at Tennessee university...Ohio's Heartbeat Law remains on hold...and Logos 10 released today.192christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,logos,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-october-7-2022--51502369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51502369Fri, 07 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaLatest on abortion law challenges in Idaho, Kentucky and Ohio...West Virginia's Hope Scholarship program resumes...and Bibles for China expands their work.237abortion,bible,china,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-october-6-2022--51491656https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51491656Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaColorado Baker appeals latest state ruling against him...Satanic Temple weighing in on Idaho abortion bans...and dozens of clinics have stopped providing abortions nationwide.193christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-october-5-2022--51479984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51479984Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA challenge continues against a Washington state law over allegations it violates freedom of speech and infringes on religious faith... and Republican U-S Senate candidate denies he paid for an abortion.226abortion,adf,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-october-4-2022--51469208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51469208Tue, 04 Oct 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden marking 100 days since overturning of Roe...Arizona abortion clinic going around state abortion law...and federal appeals court hearing case of Louisiana church lawsuit over Covid-19 restrictions.172christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-october-3-2022--51457612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51457612Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe U-S Supreme Court opens a new term...a look at one of the Court's high profile cases...and the EU and Israel hold high level talks.224christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-30-2022--51431004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51431004Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe passing of Brother Andrew at age 94.141andrew,brother,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,opendoors,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-29-2022--51420284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51420284Thu, 29 Sep 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaNew poll on Supreme Court Ruling on public school football prayer...Oklahoma hospital scaling back gender-transition treatments...and 11th century handwritten gospel manuscript returned to Greece.278christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-28-2022--51409735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51409735Wed, 28 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion a key topic in Oregon Gubernatorial debate, upheld in an Ohio ruling, and protested for in Italy.258christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-27-2022--51399157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51399157Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:48:59 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion and medical malpractice insurance in Washington State...Idaho universities warning against referring students to abortion providers...and reaction to Arizona abortion law.236christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-26-2022--51388644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51388644Mon, 26 Sep 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaKentucky school shooter denied parole...EU reacts to Italian election...and Cuba to allow same-sex marriage.196christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-23-2022--51363370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51363370Fri, 23 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIndiana appeals judge’s order that blocked the state’s abortion ban... Maine is ready to fund tuition for some religious school students...and a pessimistic assessment by the Palestinian President.155christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-22-2022--51348735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51348735Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWhite House and Medical Group speak out against proposed nation-wide abortion ban...Indiana abortion law put on hold...and Idaho asks federal judge to reverse ruling on state abortion law.215christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-21-2022--51336910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51336910Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWisconsin Governor attempts to call back legislature for abortion vote...heads up Israel and Turkey met at U-N...and Spain grants "Personhood" status to a lagoon.234christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-20-2022--51325372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51325372Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTrial date set in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting...parole hearing for 1997 Kentucky school shooter...and Democrats pumping unprecedented amount of money into advertising related to abortion.265christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-19-2022--51312566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51312566Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaQueen Elizabeth II laid to rest171christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-16-2022--51284617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51284617Fri, 16 Sep 2022 19:31:41 +0000CRISTA MediaWest Virginia enacts abortion law...U-S Senate delays acting on marriage bill...and Montana officials defy judge on birth certificate ruling.327christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-15-2022--51273898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51273898Thu, 15 Sep 2022 20:10:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMontana judge blocks state birth certificate law...judge blocks Ohio abortion ban...and U-S Supreme Court makes ruling involving a New York Jewish University.189christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,montana,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-14-2022--51260318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51260318Wed, 14 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis speaks to leaders of Russian Orthodox Church...nationwide abortion ban bill introduced...and new study shows Americans not as divided as we're told.296barna,christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-13-2022--51246293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51246293Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSouth Carolina lawmakers continue abortion debate...another U-S Supreme Court Justice speaks out on Court's legitimacy...and Pope Francis speaks against war in Ukraine from former Soviet republic.310christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-september-12-2022--51234253https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51234253Mon, 12 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaLawsuit filed against Seattle Pacific University...Indiana abortion law to take effect as scheduled...and Chief Justice John Roberts defends the U-S Supreme Court.211christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,spu,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-september-9-2022--51203647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51203647Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:30:48 +0000CRISTA MediaA look at the faith of Queen Elizabeth...abortion legislation fails in South Carolina...and an abortion amendment heads to Michigan voters.331christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-september-8-2022--51189778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51189778Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaQueen Elizabeth dies at 96...Idaho asks judge to reconsider abortion ruling...and the U-S Senate expected to vote this month on same-sex marriage.297christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-september-7-2022--51177148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51177148Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:30:13 +0000CRISTA MediaA judge has struck down Michigan’s 1931 abortion law...South Carolina’s Senate is debating an abortion ban...and a federal court permanently prevents New York from shutting down a faith-based adoption provider.225christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-september-6-2022--51166015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51166015Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:17:57 +0000CRISTA MediaPro-Life Democrat drops out of U-S House race...measles outbreak hits Zimbabwe...and head of Serbia’s Orthodox Church supporting ban of LGBTQ event in his country.190christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-19-2022--50964313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50964313Fri, 19 Aug 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State Supreme Court rules on so-called "Wrongful Life" case...Walmart expanding abortion coverage for employees...and Michigan judge blocks county prosecutors from enforcing a pre-Roe abortion ban.240christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-18-2022--50953627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50953627Thu, 18 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTemporary abortion rulings in the U.S. South...some Google workers push for expansion of abortion coverage...and judge rules in an Arizona clergy-client case.200christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-17-2022--50943285https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50943285Wed, 17 Aug 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaA near total ban on abortion sent to the South Carolina state House floor...a Florida prosecutor removed from office because of positions on abortion and transgender rights is suing to get his job back...and a California church will not have to pay...227christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-16-2022--50932635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50932635Tue, 16 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVarying abortion decisions in several states...and reaction to deadly Egyptian church fire.183christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-15-2022--50921889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50921889Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDeadly Egyptian church fire...Southern Baptists reportedly being investigated by the Justice Department...and Idaho abortion ban moves foward.161christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-12-2022--50899721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50899721Fri, 12 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaLouisiana abortion ban remains in place...Nebraska's Supreme Court rules on vaccine mandate...and author Salman Rushdie attacked.243christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-11-2022--50889763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50889763Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFormer WSU football coach files claim for wrongful termination...New York pastor says he feels intimidated and harassed by the state's Attorney General...and abortion remains legal in Wyoming.176christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-10-2022--50877643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50877643Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaSeattle City Council passes two abortion measures and will consider one concerning "limited services pregnancy centers"...Nebraska woman charged with helping teenage daughter have an abortion...and arrest made in killing of Muslim men in New Mexico.196christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-9-2022--50866024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50866024Tue, 09 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNebraska's Governor won't call special session of the Legislature to try to enact an abortion ban...suspects have been arrested in Pentecost Sunday attack of a Nigerian church...and reaction over recent killings of Christians in Uganda.177christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-8-2022--50855543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50855543Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaClash between Florida prosecutor and Governor over abortion and gender transition treatment for minors...New Mexico police investigating potential link in killings of four Muslim men...and a cease-fire holding in the middle east.197christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-august-5-2022--50828982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50828982Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIndiana House passes abortion law...Hungarian Prime Minister speaks at CPAC...and persecution of Christians in Nigeria continues.204christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-august-4-2022--50816222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50816222Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFlorida's Governor suspends a state prosecutor for pledging not to enforce 15-week abortion ban...and a South Dakota Tribe requiring churches and missionaries to register.195christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-august-3-2022--50804633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50804633Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaUnexpected Kansas abortion vote results...Biden executive order on abortion travel...and a potential final legal setback for parents of British boy on life-support.199christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-august-2-2022--50792497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50792497Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJustice Department challenging Idaho's abortion law...Kansas citizens vote on abortion...and a group of U-S Senators trying to restore abortion nationwide.233christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-august-1-2022--50779816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50779816Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:06:46 +0000CRISTA MediaMichigan court rules county prosecutors can enforce state's abortion ban...Indiana passes near-total abortion ban...and British court refuses to block hospital from ending life-support treatment for 12-year-old boy.197christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-29-2022--50752535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50752535Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:37:38 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State's Attorney General confirms it's investigating Seattle Pacific University over discrimination claims...Michigan Supreme Court rules on state’s anti-discrimination law...and Pope Francis wrapping up trip to Canada.256christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-28-2022--50740481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50740481Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaJudges block abortion bans in Wyoming and North Dakota...Minnesota AG won't appeal abortion ruling...and protestors interrupt Pope-led Mass in Quebec.193christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-27-2022--50729966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50729966Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMultiple abortion legislative and legal decisions across the U-S...and Pope Francis is in Quebec.191christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-26-2022--50718974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50718974Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope continues Canada trip...and same-sex mixed messages and conscientious stands.192christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-25-2022--50708347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50708347Mon, 25 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope apologizes in Canada...V-P Harris delves into Indiana abortion debate...and British judges rule to take 12-year-old off life support.167christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-22-2022--50681856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50681856Fri, 22 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaA Kentucky abortion law remains on hold...CVS seeking verification on drugs with possible abortion applications...and YouTube removing some videos about abortion.175christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-21-2022--50670990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50670990Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:43:38 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House passes contraceptives law...abortion rulings in Louisiana and Georgia...and Google in the middle of abortion search battle.376christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-20-2022--50660861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50660861Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:30:26 +0000CRISTA MediaU-S House passes "Marriage Equality" bill...Boise city council votes to limit funds used to enforce Idaho's abortion law...and pro-life reaction new New Mexico abortion clinic.286christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-19-2022--50649645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50649645Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaState abortion decisions in Mississippi, West Virginia and Louisiana...and the U-S House to vote today on "Marriage" bill.193christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-18-2022--50628183https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50628183Mon, 18 Jul 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortions remain legal in Louisiana for at least another day...U-S Supreme Court ruling on Indiana Parental Notification Law...and the Pope prepares for trip to Canada.210christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-8-2022--50512684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50512684Fri, 08 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden signs Executive Order on Abortion...Louisiana abortion law upheld...and a rare phone call between Israeli and Palestinian leaders.234christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-july-7-2022--50500650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50500650Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNorth Dakota's abortion trigger law challenged in court...European Parliament lawmakers condemn overturning of Roe v Wade...and building housing Vancouver, B-C church destroyed in fire.232christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-july-6-2022--50488357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50488357Wed, 06 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaKing County won't cooperate with out-of-state abortion prosecutions...attacks continue on Christians in Nigeria...and a report on a religious freedom conference in London.208christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-july-5-2022--50472673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50472673Tue, 05 Jul 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion laws challenged today in the Southern U-S...abortion pills becoming a key battle front...and Pope Francis responds to Chicago shooting and resignation rumors.218christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-july-4-2022--50439645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50439645Mon, 04 Jul 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaSteve Sunshine and Erica Parkerson interview with Coach Joe Kennedy on 7 year battle to win last week's Supreme Court prayer decision.308christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-july-1-2022--50438141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50438141Fri, 01 Jul 2022 19:29:52 +0000CRISTA MediaMore fallout from last week's Supreme Court abortion ruling...and a new poll on abortion attitudes in the U-S.262christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-30-2022--50424134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50424134Thu, 30 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden pushes to codify Roe...state level abortion rulings...and Supreme Court declines to hear religious case concerning New York vaccine requirement.228christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-29-2022--50408167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50408167Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaThe head of WHO criticizes U.S. Supreme Court over Roe...Pelosi receives Communion at Vatican Mass...and lawsuit filed over daily devotionals at work.269christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-28-2022--50395829https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50395829Tue, 28 Jun 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaMixed rulings on state abortion bans...White House says "every option is on the table” regarding abortion access...and Facebook and Instagram blocking some abortion posts.234christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-27-2022--50382829https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50382829Mon, 27 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rules on praying former Bremerton football coach...abortion fight moves to the states...and international reaction to overturning of Roe.255christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-24-2022--50325374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50325374Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:17:47 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court overturns Roe...reaction to Roe ruling...and concern over large rise in abortion pill use.179christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-23-2022--50311602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311602Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court ruling on gun rights...White House proposes new rules for LGBTQ students...and the Pope to likely visit Canada next month.252christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-22-2022--50297821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50297821Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWisconsin to keep abortion ban in place...pro-life Texas democratic congressman advances to general election...and Florida Republican Senator criticizes Texas GOP party platform for not being “inclusive".251christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-21-2022--50283557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50283557Tue, 21 Jun 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rules on government aid for religious schools...two Jesuit priests killed in Mexico...and transgender athletes barred from women’s international rugby league matches.229christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-20-2022--50268688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50268688Mon, 20 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMore church shootings in Nigeria...church leaders arrested in Sudan...and World swimming’s governing body votes on transgender swimmers.249christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-17-2022--50241370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50241370Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSuspect arrested in Alabama church shooting...hate crime allegation added in Taiwanese American church shooting in California...and abortion reversal in Iowa.258christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-16-2022--50229226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50229226Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew Southern Baptist leader to expedite sex abuse reforms...response to President Biden's LGBTQ executive order...and much of the Muslim world banning new animated Disney movie.215christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-15-2022--50217518https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50217518Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:35:29 +0000CRISTA MediaPresident Biden issuing executive orders countering LGBTQ-related state laws...abortions on the rise...and guilty verdict for a World Vision director.216christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-14-2022--50205272https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50205272Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:30:04 +0000CRISTA MediaNew York expands abortion protections...AMA adopts policy on abortion...and President Biden to visit the Middle East.301christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-13-2022--50189089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50189089Mon, 13 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOregon Pregnancy Center fire...Idaho Pride event arrests...and sentence in April killing of Egyptian Coptic Christian priest.203christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-10-2022--50159813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50159813Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:32:54 +0000CRISTA MediaFlorida Governor visit causes uproar in New York City...and suspended German Catholic Priest found dead...and Pray.com announces PrayTV.209christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-9-2022--50147220https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50147220Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaReport that possible new Covid-19 vaccine may be an option for some with religious concerns...sharp reversal by U.N. health agency’s initial assessment of the pandemic’s origins...and Portugal's Parliament votes again to approve euthanasia.272christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-8-2022--50128285https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50128285Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaArrest in threat against Supreme Court Justice...fire at western New York pregnancy center...and Wisconsin governor calls special session to overturn state ban on abortion.257christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-june-7-2022--50111060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50111060Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNebraska inching closer to possibly outlawing abortion...update on Nigerian church attack...and Czech President ready to veto possible same-sex wedding legislation.191christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-june-6-2022--50092076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50092076Mon, 06 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNigeria church massacre update...South African pastor convicted of plot to overthrow government...and second mistrial in 2015 killing of wife of an Indianapolis pastor.295christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-june-3-2022--50054309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50054309Fri, 03 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIowa church parking lot shooting...Ugandan youth pastor dies from attack on church...and AP poll of U.S. Catholics.184christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-june-2-2022--50042169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50042169Thu, 02 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaHead of Russian Orthodox Church won't be sanctioned by EU...and a ban on transgender athletes being challenged in Utah court.162christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-june-1-2022--50029291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50029291Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFlorida sued over new abortion law...U.S. Supreme Court blocks Texas viewpoint censorship law...and Minneapolis first large city in U.S. allowing Islamic call to prayer to be broadcast publicly.212falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-31-2022--50014557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50014557Tue, 31 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbducted head of Methodist Church Nigeria regains his freedom...Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill could meet this fall...and Israel and the UAE sign free trade agreement.222christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-27-2022--49971551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49971551Fri, 27 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSouthern Baptists release list of hundreds of pastors and other church-affiliated personnel accused of sexual abuse...an independent inquiry on sex abuse by Catholic clergy in Italy to be launched...and abduction and forced marriage reportedly...228christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-26-2022--49959199https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49959199Thu, 26 May 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaOne of the first reporters on the scene at Tuesday ‘s Texas school shooting in Uvalde shares the experience of one family...and Oklahoma's governor signs abortion and transgender bills.281christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-25-2022--49944398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49944398Wed, 25 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaProcessing Tuesday's Texas school shooting...fire at future Wyoming abortion clinic...and Southern Baptist leaders to release list of pastors and church-affiliated staff members accused of sexual abuse.364christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-24-2022--49924508https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49924508Tue, 24 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaFlorida social media law ruled unconstitutional...and Former Hong Kong Catholic leader in court today.176christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-23-2022--49911458https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49911458Mon, 23 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaReport released on Southern Baptist clergy sex abuse...U.N. Human Rights Commissioner in China...and Florida abortion clinic license suspended.237christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-20-2022--49880382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49880382Fri, 20 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaVictims of Buffalo shooting honored...abortions to no longer be provided in Oklahoma...and V-P Kamala Harris calls Oklahoma abortion law "extreme".191christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-19-2022--49865761https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49865761Thu, 19 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma abortion bill given final legislative approval...V-P Harris to meet virtually with abortion providers...and Hungary hosts CPAC conference.295christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-18-2022--49849151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49849151Wed, 18 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPresbyterian Church in Taiwan responds to Sunday’s California church shooting...judge suspends Michigan’s dormant ban on abortion...and Department of Homeland Security pauses disinformation governance board.324christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-17-2022--49834421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49834421Tue, 17 May 2022 19:31:24 +0000CRISTA MediaDoctor hailed as hero in California Church shooting...The Vatican’s foreign minister is heading to Kyiv...and another state bans transgender students from playing girls’ or women’s sports.278christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-16-2022--49821336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49821336Mon, 16 May 2022 19:33:07 +0000CRISTA MediaShootings impact the church in New York and California...and Starbucks supporting abortion.260christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-may-6-2022--49693719https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49693719Fri, 06 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTennessee restricts dispensing of abortion pills...and birthrates continue to drop in the U.S.190christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-may-5-2022--49681149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49681149Thu, 05 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIt's the National Day of Prayer...U-S Senate to vote on codifying abortion rights into federal law...and a reported Putin apology.319christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-may-4-2022--49658100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49658100Wed, 04 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington state governor responds to leaked Supreme Court draft on Roe...Oklahoma's governor signs abortion-ban bill...and the EU reportedly plans to sanction head of the Russian Orthodox Church.199christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-may-3-2022--49645834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49645834Tue, 03 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaReaction from President, Chief Justice and Pro-Life leader over leaked draft opinion on abortion...Manchin says no to filibuster change...and Pope wants to meet with Putin.235christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-may-2-2022--49629309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49629309Mon, 02 May 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court rules on Christian flag display...Federal Court hearing on requiring coverage for gender transitions... and Israeli government response to Russia's Nazi comment.177christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-29-2022--49599134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49599134Fri, 29 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSeattle Archdiocese settling two separate claims of sexual abuse...head of the Church of England in Canada apologizing for residential schools...and another clash at a major Jerusalem holy site.216christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-28-2022--49587441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49587441Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma House approves Texas-style abortion ban...and Holocaust memorial day observances.147christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-27-2022--49573566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49573566Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:33:36 +0000CRISTA MediaPuerto Rico hold first public hearing on abortion restrictions...non-binary gender markers on state birth certificates banned in Oklahoma...and Israel prepares for its annual Holocaust Memorial Day.227christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-25-2022--49549773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49549773Mon, 25 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court hears Freedom of Religion and Speech case...Ukraine's President gives Orthodox Easter Message in person...and Afghanistan called one of the world's worst violators of religious freedom.239christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-22-2022--49519343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49519343Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion law halted in Kentucky...Montana birth certificate law on hold...and more clashes in Jerusalem.230christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-21-2022--49508195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49508195Thu, 21 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaMore fighting in Israel...Hungary's President and the Pope meet over Ukraine...and the mood in France leading up to Sunday's Presidential election.178christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-20-2022--49495001https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49495001Wed, 20 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother challenge to Texas abortion law...large Catholic clergy sex abuse settlement...and wife of Pat Robertson dies.224christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-19-2022--49482870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49482870Tue, 19 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.N. calls for halt in fighting in Ukraine during Orthodox Holy Week observances...and a new Canadian poll on religion.159christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-18-2022--49469507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49469507Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaEaster celebrations and pleas for peace...and unrest in Sri Lanka and Sweden.218christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-15-2022--49447448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49447448Fri, 15 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAn eventful day in Jerusalem...Good Friday in Rome...and a tragic Easter pilgrimage in Zimbabwe.299christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-14-2022--49438042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49438042Thu, 14 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaNew abortion laws in Kentucky and Florida, and White House reaction...and Jerusalem Holy Thursday service.231christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-13-2022--49426482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49426482Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaGood Friday controversy in Rome...armed gangs working with Islamist extremists in Nigeria... and Minnesota mosque bombing suspects sentenced.134christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-12-2022--49414695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49414695Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma making most abortions illegal...judge upholds Florida 24-hour abortion waiting period...and the head of Cyprus’ Orthodox Christian Church has harsh words for Putin.263christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-11-2022--49401500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49401500Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTourists return to Jerusalem for Holy Week...more violence in Israel...and Pope calls for cease fire in Ukraine.225christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-8-2022--49369731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49369731Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaGender transition medication law goes to Alabama governor...Coptic priest killed in Egypt...and more violence in Israel.201christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-april-7-2022--49357099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49357099Thu, 07 Apr 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaKentucky’s governor vetoes transgender youth athlete bill...NBA to keep 2023 All-Star Game in Salt Lake City despite its opposition to Utah’s transgender youth athlete ban...and Michigan's governor asks court to recognize a right to abortion under her...198christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-april-6-2022--49343472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49343472Wed, 06 Apr 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaUpdate on five fetuses found in home a pro-life group member...transgender sports bill passed by another state legislative body...and potential turmoil for Israel's ruling government.203christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-april-5-2022--49331166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49331166Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaOklahoma legislature passes bill making performing an abortion a felony...Colorado codifies right to abortion in state law...and two of Darwin’s notebooks reported stolen over 20 years ago reappear.220christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-april-4-2022--49319814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49319814Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAnother federal judge blocks military from disciplining officers for refusing Covid-19 vaccine...and Pope Francis still working on meeting with the head of the Russian Orthodox Church over Ukraine.125christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-april-1-2022--49285764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49285764Fri, 01 Apr 2022 19:30:01 +0000CRISTA MediaPope begs forgiveness from Indigenous Peoples of Canada...warning for religious minorities in Ukraine if Russia gains control...and rainbow flags could be seized at the World Cup.225christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-31-2022--49272654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49272654Thu, 31 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaU.N. release research on pregnancy and abortion world-wide... a new “X” gender marker being added to U.S. passport applications...and Canadian First Nations delegation meets with Pope Francis.231christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-30-2022--49257180https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49257180Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:29:46 +0000CRISTA MediaKentucky lawmakers vote to ban abortions after 15 weeks...Planned Parent suing Idaho over new abortion law...and Finnish lawmaker acquitted of alleged incitement against homosexuals.263christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-29-2022--49243907https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49243907Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaOregon makes significant change to assisted suicide law...the leader of the world’s Orthodox Christians denounces Russia’s invasion of Ukraine...and two leaders of Israel and Jordan meet over maintaining calm in Jerusalem.150christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-25-2022--49203056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49203056Fri, 25 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaArizona Legislature approves abortion and certain transgender bans...and North Carolina's lieutenant governor and wife call abortion over 30 years ago "the wrong decision".192christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-24-2022--49189010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49189010Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaIdaho abortion bill becomes law...and U.S. Supreme Court sides with Texas death row inmate on pastoral prayer.212christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-23-2022--49173056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49173056Wed, 23 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaSupreme Court nominee comments on her religious faith...California Governor signs bill making abortion cheaper...and transgender sports ban vetoes and possible overrides.206christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-22-2022--49155187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49155187Tue, 22 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaDisney walkouts today over Florida ban of classroom sexual orientation discussion...Unborn Child with a Disability Protection and Education Act now law in West Virginia...and Habitat for Humanity gets 436 million dollar donation.258christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-21-2022--49140862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49140862Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaUkrainians flock to church across Europe...U.S. Secretary of State calls violent repression of Muslim Rohingya's in Myanmar "genocide"...and U.S. Supreme Court won't hear Seattle's Union Gospel Mission case.249christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-18-2022--49110688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49110688Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPutin appears at large rally in Moscow...Pope speaks out against Russian invasion of Ukraine...and Seattle-area residents to serve at Ukrainian border.367christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-17-2022--49097529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49097529Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaWashington State bans Texas-style abortion lawsuits...Vatican being called to reprimand two leading churchmen seeking changes in teaching on sexuality...and Edward Graham of Samaritan's Purse is just back from the Ukraine border.219christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-16-2022--49086448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49086448Wed, 16 Mar 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaPope Francis and the head of the Russian Orthodox Church meet in video call about Ukraine...an update from the Ukrainian border in Moldova...and updates on Pro-Life legislation in two U.S. states and Central America.371christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-15-2022--49072114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49072114Tue, 15 Mar 2022 19:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaAbortion legislation similar to a Texas law passes the Idaho House...a bill limiting how race can be discussed in classrooms becomes law in Mississippi...and the mayor Kyiv asks Pope Francis to visit the city222christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-11-2022--49033232https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49033232Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaTexas Supreme Court paves way for abortion law to remain in place...and Kentucky lawmakers advance proposal to ban abortions after 15 weeks.196christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-10-2022--49021244https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49021244Thu, 10 Mar 2022 20:30:02 +0000CRISTA MediaConvoy of Hope at the Ukrainian-Polish border...and Israel's foreign minister and Jordan's king meet to calm tensions in Jerusalem.286christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-wednesday-march-9-2022--49008200https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49008200Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaTennessee House advances ban on public schools teaching certain LGBT issues or lifestyles...Guatemalan lawmakers bucking trend on abortion in Latin America...and four men convicted in France of terrorist conspiracy after 2016 murder of Catholic priest.208christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-tuesday-march-8-2022--48997100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48997100Tue, 08 Mar 2022 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaHead of the Russian Orthodox Church speaks out on invasion of Ukraine...Vatican Secretary of State speaks with Russia's Foreign Minister...and Florida passes bill on teaching sexual orientation and gender identity to K-3rd graders.207christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-monday-march-7-2022--48984055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48984055Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaVatican sending two Cardinals on peace mission to Ukraine...another stabbing and shooting in Jerusalem's Old City...and Florida to recommend against COVID vaccines for healthy kids.180christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-friday-march-4-2022--48954791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48954791Fri, 04 Mar 2022 20:31:19 +0000CRISTA MediaKey Polish Catholic Bishop calls on head of Russian Orthodox Church to push for end of war in Ukraine...and theologically conservative United Methodists plan to launch new worldwide denomination May 1.274christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newsmakers-thursday-march-3-2022--48939958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48939958Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:30:03 +0000CRISTA MediaRussian bombing of Ukraine causes Jews to flee and added concern over religious shrines...and new California bill would let nurse practitioners perform abortions without doctor supervision.273christian,church,concern,events,faith,global,international,issues,kcis,local,national,news,program,religion,religious,stories,updatefalsefull