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Willow Creek Community Church lost its founding pastor, Bill Hybels, when he stepped down in 2018 in the wake of a sex scandal. Now, two years later, the church has found a new senior pastor. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on how the church found new leadership in this difficult season.

When as a couple, you face a storm such as job loss, financial pressure, a family member's illness or the death of a child, will your marriage hold up? If you're not in a storm right now (and with COVID-19, most of us are), you will be. In this episode, authors Gene and Carol Kent share the godly secrets they've learned to help give your marriage "Staying Power." Listen to this engaging interview hosted by Marti Pieper.

Steve Douglass took over the leadership of Campus Crusade for Christ, now called Cru, after Bill Bright concluded his tenure. Now, after decades of service, Douglass is leaving the presidency of one of the largest Christian ministries in the world. Find out what's next for Cru in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

At the time of this recording, COVID-19—also known as the coronavirus—has killed more than 128,000 people worldwide and infected over 2 million. In the face of this tragedy, a well-known intercessor is calling for Christians to get on their knees. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Franklin Graham's Samaritan’s Purse organization set up a field hospital in New York City to help patients with COVID-19. But lately, LGBT activists have been opposing the work because of the charity’s statement of faith. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

California pastor and evangelist Greg Laurie saw thousands come to Christ on Palm Sunday. Many may have attended the online service that day, thanks to a tweet from President Donald Trump. Learn more as host John Matarazzo shares how Holy Spirit drew thousands to Harvest Christian Fellowship that weekend.

Three churches are suing California Governor Gavin Newsom and other officials for their COVID-19 laws that have clamped donw on religious services. The pastors of these churches say the regulations are restricting their First Amendment rights. Find out more about this story from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

As the world fights the coronavirus pandemic, some U.S. churches find themselves fighting for the right to peacably assemble. In Louisville, Kentucky, one congregation decided to meet together but stay in their cars, but they didn't expect to raise the ire of local government in doing so. Listen to learn more about this story from host John Matarazzo.

This Easter Sunday was an unusual one for many people, with millions staying indoors to avoid infection and health care workers rushing to provide aid for many afflicted with COVID-19. But Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, found a way to honor doctors and Christ alike on Easter. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Strong storms swept through the southern United States on Easter Sunday. At least 20 people were killed as multiple tornadoes touched down. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.