A poll from Suffolk University/USA TODAY has revealed that approximately 37% of Americans believe present-day humans did not experience evolution but are exactly as God created them. The study, which surveyed respondents across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, found that just 28.6% believe evolution has resulted in the state of humanity today. Read more.

Alabama pastor F.L. "Bubba" Copeland died by suicide two days after discussing the details of a news report about his online transgender persona with his congregation at First Baptist Church of Phenix City. Copeland, the mayor of Smith Station, shot himself Friday as sheriff's deputies were in slow pursuit of his vehicle following calls for a welfare check. Read more.

An investigative report released by Causeway Coast Vineyard church in Northern Ireland alleges a culture of manipulation, narcissistic behavior and public shaming under former pastor Alan Scott. The report details allegations of a culture of competition and public humiliation within the church, with 60% of respondents saying they felt "spiritually abused" by Scott and his leadership. Read more.

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As an International Center for the Scientific Study of Psychology with a Catholic Understanding, Divine Mercy University (DMU) is a Catholic graduate school of psychology and counseling, founded in 1999 as the Institute for the Psychological Sciences. The University is dedicated to the scientific study of psychology with a Catholic understanding of the person, marriage and the family. The University offers a Doctoral (Psy.D.) degree in Clinical Psychology (APA Accredited, a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Psychology (100% online) and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Counseling (CACREP Accredited) and a Spiritual Direction Certificate. Learn More

In this editorial, William Wolfe discusses progressives' responses to Rep. Mike Johnson being elected as Speaker of the House. "Pay attention. This is neither real journalism nor history nor an honest assessment of evangelical Christian views on faith and politics. No, this is two anti-Christian progressives doing their level best to demonize Christians," writes Wolfe. Read Wolfe's takedown of these progressive responses and liberal media bias now.

Roman Catholic Bishop Robert Brennan slammed the decision to allow a lewd music video to be filmed in the historic Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Brooklyn, New York, with the Diocese of Brooklyn stating that the parish failed to follow diocesan policy. The music video for Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather" features bloody violence and provocative imagery, including men dying gory deaths vying for Carpenter's affection. Read more.

In this interview with CP, Katy and Ryan Chase share the inspiration behind their new Bentkey children's show, "A Wonderful Day with Mabel Maclay." Describing the show as a hybrid between "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" and "Mary Poppins," the Christian couple reflects on how the state of modern children's programming prompted them to develop a show that encourages children to create, explore, and think critically about the world around them. Watch the full interview and check out the official trailer for "A Wonderful Day with Mabel Maclay" here.

From adventure to family secrets, Great American Pure Flix's "Birthright Outlaw" blends classic Western movie styles with faith themes to tell a story of redemption, says director Aaron Burns. The film, which stars Lucas Black ("Fast & Furious") and Sarah Drew, tells the dramatic story of a reverend and wife whose daughter is kidnapped. Learn more about "Birthright Outlaw" now.