Mark A. Kellner
Articles by Mark A. Kellner
Religious freedom activists urge Biden to press Japan’s Kishida at summit
President Biden should raise the issue of the state of freedom of religion in Japan when he meets with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his visit to the U.S. this week, several religious liberty advocates said Tuesday. Published April 9, 2024
Vatican says ‘gender theory,’ surrogacy, euthanasia among violations of human dignity
The Vatican declared that gender-transition surgery and surrogacy are grave violations of human dignity. It put them on par with abortion and euthanasia as practices that reject God's plan for human life. Published April 8, 2024
Higher Ground: Bibles burned outside Church, Trump on Christian Visibility Day and more
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published April 8, 2024
Nicaragua jails, fines Protestant pastors over money laundering charge for which no evidence given
Nicaraguan authorities have sentenced 11 pastors working with an evangelical group to 12-15 years in prison and fined each $80 million on money laundering charges for which the government could produce no evidence. Published April 4, 2024
Easter Sunday arson won’t deter Tennessee pastor’s preaching, outreach
Greg Locke received a shock as he approached his church in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, on Easter Sunday -- the sight of a trailer full of Bibles smoldering in the aftermath of an arson attack. Published April 4, 2024
More Americans say there’s anti-Jewish, anti-Muslim discrimination now than in 2021: Pew survey
Perceptions of discrimination against Jews and Muslims in the U.S. are rising, according to the Pew Research Center. Published April 4, 2024
Iran’s persecution of the Baha’i is a ‘crime against humanity,’ Human Rights Watch says
Iran's decadeslong persecution of members of the Baha'i faith is a "crime against humanity," Human Rights Watch said in a report released Tuesday. Published April 3, 2024
Washington Archbishop Wilton Gregory calls President Biden a ‘cafeteria Catholic’
Cardinal Wilton Gregory, archbishop of Washington, is calling President Biden a "cafeteria Catholic," noting the president's support for abortion and regular Mass attendance. Published April 2, 2024
Jewish leaders ask Congress to restore $30.5 million in security funds for nonprofit facilities
Leaders of Jewish organizations are calling on Congress to restore $30.5 million to a grant program that helps fund security measures at houses of worship. Published April 1, 2024
Christian actress Ashley Bratcher brings her beliefs to new streaming film ‘Finding Faith’
Actress Ashley Bratcher, who portrays a conflicted newspaper columnist in "Finding Faith," says she can stay grounded by knowing "that my identity is rooted in Christ." Published April 1, 2024
Higher Ground: Abortion at Supreme Court, resurrection research, Trump USA Bible
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published April 1, 2024
Resurrection remains a challenge for some, as Christian researchers proffer reasons for belief
The resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of the Christian faith, but a significant portion of those who celebrate it on Easter do not believe it to be true. Published March 28, 2024
Trump endorses but doesn’t sell ‘God Bless the USA Bible’ created with singer Lee Greenwood
Former President Donald Trump is endorsing but not selling a $59.99 Bible edition that weds America's founding documents to the Scriptures. Published March 26, 2024
Baptist church in Arizona sues border city government over feeding program, claims harassment
A Southern Baptist church is suing the border town of San Luis, Arizona, accusing city officials of harassment in a bid to shut down the congregation's 25-year-old feeding program for the poor. Published March 26, 2024
Higher Ground weekly newsletter: Best faith, culture news and commentary
American author Mark Twain once responded to the premature publication of his obituary by saying, "The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated." The same can be said about Christianity: In many parts of the world, belief is soaring. Published March 25, 2024
Gallup: About one-third of Americans attend worship weekly or ‘almost weekly,’ a drop from 2001-03
The percentage of Americans who attend weekly worship services has fallen sharply over the past 20 years, a new Gallup poll shows. Published March 25, 2024
Majority of Americans back Israel’s reason for Hamas war, but many doubt tactics: Pew survey
About 6 in 10 Americans say Israel has valid reasons for fighting Hamas, but only about 4 in 10 say Israel's conduct in the war against the Palestinian militant group has been acceptable, according to a Pew Research Center survey. Published March 24, 2024
EXCLUSIVE: Documentary shows Christian revival in Africa, Brazil; aims to spark religious interest
A documentary that will be released this spring aims to dispel the notion that Christianity is in widespread decline. Published March 20, 2024
Christian ministry sues Oregon over program funding cut, claims right to employ only believers
A Christian ministry is suing Oregon officials after losing $400,000 in government funding because the group requires employees and volunteers to hold and share its religious beliefs with clients. Published March 20, 2024
Jewish students, leaders demand tracking system for antisemitism incidents on college campuses
Jewish leaders and students called on the Biden administration Tuesday to set up a tracking system for complaints of antisemitism on college campuses under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Published March 20, 2024
