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Lindsay Wood

Mormon Wives: Reality TV’s Wildest Ride Yet

You will not believe how 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' is flipping the script on reality TV. These women are breaking every rule in the LDS playbook—think drama, scandals, and even a swinging scandal—while America can’t look away. From best-selling books to Broadway, they’re everywhere, and their Insta followers are blowing up. The real shocker? Their fame is causing friendship fallouts and church drama IRL. This show is the ultimate guilty pleasure, and it’s only getting wilder! #Religion #RealityTV #MormonWives

Matthew Barnes

Blacksburg’s Bags of Joy brings holiday cheer

More than 5,500 kids in Virginia’s foster care system face a tough holiday season, but Northstar Church in Blacksburg is stepping up with their Bags of Joy program. They’re collecting toys, gifts, and essentials for foster children and adults across nearly every county in the New River Valley. It’s not just about presents—it’s about showing these kids and families that their community cares. If you know someone who could use a little extra support this year, or if you want to help out, this is a great way to make a real difference. How do you think we can better support foster families in our area? #Religion #Blacksburg #FosterCare

Dr. Robert Barnes

Medina’s holiday spirit shines bright

Nothing brings a community together like the holidays in Medina! This year, local churches are stepping up in big ways: Medina Presbyterian Church packed and delivered 80 Thanksgiving food boxes and is making sure 250 Head Start kids get Christmas surprises packed with essentials and fun. Meanwhile, Akron’s First Congregational Church is opening its doors for a moving World AIDS Day service, welcoming everyone for music and hope. And if you’re in the mood for music, St. Ambrose Parish has two concerts this week, including a show by Grammy-nominated Blessing Offor. How do you see these traditions shaping our community? #Religion #MedinaOH #CommunitySpirit

Lindsay Wood

Alabama priest scandal shakes local trust

A longtime Alabama priest has left the clergy after a woman revealed he paid her for sex starting when she was just 17. The woman, now 33, says she received hundreds of thousands of dollars to keep quiet, and has shared financial records to back up her claims. While the church insists no parish funds were involved, the story has rocked the local Catholic community, raising tough questions about power, trust, and accountability. With no criminal charges likely due to Alabama’s age of consent laws, many are left wondering: how should communities respond when those in authority break their vows? #Religion #Alabama #CatholicChurch

John Nelson

Attalla church’s food boxes bring families together

Unity Church in Attalla is doing more than just handing out meals—they’re giving families a week’s worth of groceries, complete with a choice of ham or turkey, sides, and even peach cobbler mix. The idea is to help parents spend quality time with their kids, teaching them how to cook and connect over homemade meals. It’s not about the number of boxes given, but the difference it makes in people’s lives. This kind of community support really shows how small gestures can create big change. What do you think—could more communities benefit from this approach? #Religion #Attalla #CommunitySupport

Teresa Graham

Birmingham-Southern’s carol tradition lights up December

Birmingham-Southern College’s Alumni Choir is gearing up for its 89th Service of Lessons and Carols, bringing together over 70 graduates for a night of beloved holiday music. The dedication is real—alumni have been rehearsing since September, both in person and online, to make this event special. Dr. James Bagwell, a BSC grad with an international reputation, will conduct, while Dr. Thomas C. Head and organist Richard Charles Phillips round out the leadership. The service is free and open to everyone at Canterbury United Methodist Church, and will also be broadcast on Alabama Public Television. Who’s planning to go or tune in? #Religion #BirminghamSouthern #HolidayTradition

Matthew Barnes

Buffalo’s Thankful Breakfast spreads real holiday cheer

Waking up to a free, hot breakfast and genuine kindness—now that’s a Buffalo Thanksgiving! Life Turning Point Ministries didn’t just serve eggs and pancakes; they served up love and connection for neighbors who needed a little extra warmth this season. Pastor Eric Williams put it best: love isn’t just a word, it’s something you do. It’s easy to get caught up in holiday stress, but moments like this remind us how powerful a simple meal or a friendly hug can be. How are you spreading kindness in Buffalo this Thanksgiving? #Religion #BuffaloNY #Thanksgiving

lmiles

She Woke Up in Her Coffin?!

This wild story from Thailand is unreal—a woman was literally about to be cremated when temple workers heard a faint knocking from her coffin. Turns out, she was alive! Her brother had driven 300 miles to the temple, thinking she’d passed away, but missing paperwork delayed everything. That delay? Total lifesaver. The temple caught the whole thing on video, and now the abbot is covering her medical bills. Sometimes, red tape is a miracle in disguise! #Religion #Unbelievable #Miracle

Dr. Robert Barnes

Pastor’s Wild “Justice” Ends in Life Sentence

You won’t believe this: a South African pastor literally chopped off a suspected thief’s hands with a machete to teach him a lesson about stealing. The pastor, his son, and wife kidnapped the man, beat him, and then left him handless in the woods. The court wasn’t having it—life in prison for the pastor and his son, and jail time for his wife. Vigilante justice? Not in this courtroom! #Religion #TrueCrime #JusticeServed

otaylor

Amarillo’s sunrise tradition brings neighbors closer

Before most of us had our first cup of coffee, folks from all over Amarillo gathered at the Civic Center for the annual Community Prayer Breakfast. It’s more than just breakfast—this event is all about pausing together, sharing stories, and finding hope in each other. High schoolers, local leaders, and faith speakers reminded everyone that unity starts with simple moments like these. This year’s guest, Julie Miller, inspired with her journey of helping families in Ethiopia. Events like this show just how strong Amarillo’s community spirit is. What do you think helps bring our community together? #Religion #Amarillo #CommunitySpirit

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