Friday’s News & Ideas - 3/27/2026
- Christian migrants treated like others
- UK church study retracted
- Saving NOLA landmark
- William J. Shaw funeral in Philly
- Scott Pace to lead Southeastern
- Laundry, Jell-O and Jesus
American politicians talk about persecuted Christians abroad – but here’s what happens when those Christians migrate to the US
The Conversation: When oppressed Christians arrive in the U.S., they are subject to the same immigration system that detains and deports other migrants.
YouGov withdraws survey said to show rising church attendance in England and Wales
The Guardian: A YouGov survey showing a significant rise in church attendance in parts of the UK has been withdrawn after some respondents were found to be fraudulent.
Louisiana’s first Black church faces liens as pastor races to save New Orleans landmark
FOX8: First African Baptist Church, founded in 1826 and recognized as Louisiana’s first incorporated African American congregation, is facing city fines and liens tied to neglect at the property.
Mourners pack White Rock Baptist Church for Pastor William Shaw's funeral
Philadelphia Tribune: The Rev. William J. Shaw, a towering religious figure and pastor of White Rock Baptist Church in West Philadelphia for nearly 70 years, was remembered Wednesday as a spiritual giant whose ministry shaped generations.
Scott Pace named candidate to lead Southeastern Seminary
Baptist Press: Scott Pace, 51, currently serves at Southeastern as provost, dean of graduate studies and professor of preaching and pastoral ministry.
The Spark
Laundry and Jell-O
A 7-year-old girl imagines hanging out with Jesus at Candy Land: “We were bouncing on Jell-O,” her mother writes in Mockingbird.
