Decline of Christianity tied to marriage collapse, absent fathers

From Invite us to your inbox 06/09/2023 Presented by WESTSIDE Christian Fellowship Decline of Christianity tied to marriage collapse, absent fathers Curated for you byCP Editors Good afternoon! It's Friday, June 9, and today's headlines include research on the decline of Christianity in the U.S., the Girl Scouts offering an LGBT patch, and details on the newly released "Flamin' Hot" film. Research from Communio suggests that absent fathers and collapsed marriages are two key reasons for the decline of Christianity in the United States. The Nationwide Study on Faith and Relationships drew on data from a national survey of 19,000 Sunday church attendees from 112 congregations in 13 states. Findings showed approximately 80% of Sunday churchgoers were raised in homes where their biological parents were married to each other throughout their upbringing. The study also confirms that "boys who grew up in homes with married parents are considerably more likely to attend church regularly as adults." Full Story. Also of Interest ... 'Father of Christian television': Leaders react to Pat Robertson's deathSWBTS says Adam Greenway oversaw excessive spending as presidentPolice: Former youth pastor filmed teen girls in church bathroom Listen to the CP Daily Podcast TOP STORIES Girl Scouts offers LGBT participation patch A document directed to troop leaders and guardians shows that Girls Scouts of the USA offers an LGBT-themed patch that scouts can earn through activities such as attending a pride parade or creating a rainbow-themed flag. The organization is encouraging all levels to celebrate the LGBT movement this month, including younger children in the Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scout levels. Read more. Charges dropped against preacher arrested at pride event Prosecutors have dropped charges against Pennsylvania street preacher Damon Atkins, who was arrested while reading from the Bible across the street from an LGBT pride event in Reading. The Berks County District Attorney's Office stated that the charges were withdrawn after reviewing videos of the incident "along with applicable case law." A now-viral video shows Atkins telling an officer he is on public property to which the officer acknowledges it is public property but says to "let them have their day." Read more. Chosen Books co-founder Elizabeth Sherrill passes away Chosen Books co-founder Elizabeth Sherrill has died at the age of 95. An accomplished Christian author and editor, Sherrill is credited with helping to "elevate the impact" of Christian publishing, said Evangelical Christian Publishers Association President and CEO Jeff Crosby. Read more. Follow Us On CP VOICES Exploring the frontiers of AI amid depraved humans (part 2) In this follow-up to his previous editorial, CP Executive Editor Dr. Richard Land continues his conversation on artificial intelligence and its implications on society. Noting that "the toothpaste has left the tube and it cannot be put back in its container," Land says the best solution is to recognize man's sinful nature and set up a system of accountability. Read more. Her biological ‘father’ wanted her aborted. But she was never unwanted. The Radiance Foundation's Ryan Bomberger tells the story of adopting his wife's daughter, Radiance, and why an unplanned pregnancy is "an opportunity for you to become more than you ever thought you could be." Read Bomberger's story now. A MESSAGE FROM WESTSIDE Christian Fellowship Can A Dead Church Be Revived? God doesn’t work through corrupt, lukewarm, or dead churches — He only works through living, vibrant, humble, broken, contrite, Spirit-filled churches who are repentant and humble. Business as usual is not going to cut it in these dire times. Listen Now: WORLD Canadian funeral home advertises $700 assisted suicide services Haut-Richelieu funeral home in Quebec, Canada, is offering a "turnkey" assisted suicide package in its showroom as an increased number of people reportedly seek to end their lives prematurely. The $700 package includes assisted suicide in the showroom, and the funeral home then prepares the body for burial. Read more. MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Is it crazy for Christians to believe in UFOs? Apologist responds During a recent episode of the "Challenging Conversations Podcast," host Jason Jimenez discussed whether unidentified flying objects and aliens exist. Pointing to Scripture and scientific observations, Jimenez concluded, "The vast majority of stuff is a hoax." Listen now. 'Flamin' Hot' Cheetos: One man's journey from janitor to exec "Flamin' Hot," a film detailing the true story of a Mexican-American father who invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos while working as a custodian at the Frito-Lay company, is available on digital today. Producer DeVon Franklin discussed the rags-to-riches story of the inventor, Richard Montañez, with CP, explaining, "My hope is that people watch this film and say, 'I can do it, and it doesn't matter what title I have, it doesn't matter what job I have, there's a destiny and a calling on my life." Watch the interview now. Thank you for spending part of your day with us. We look forward to seeing you again on Monday! -- CP Editors

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