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Bear Rinehart, lead singer of Needtobreathe, has spoken up on social media after his brother, Bo Rinehart, made public accusations against Bear, including multiple forms of abuse.

The Rinehart brothers were in the Christian rock-folk band together from its inception in 2000 until Bo left in 2020. 

Earlier this spring, Danny Gokey released his single “Only For a Moment,” and he's now opening up about the story behind the song.

"When I was younger, I kept a secret buried deep within me that I hid from everybody, even my parents. It was something I planned on telling no one," said Gokey in a post on social media. "In my young adolescent mind, I had already convinced myself that God rejected me because of it, so I tried harder to keep it hidden because I couldn't bear the thought of any more rejection from anyone else."

A worldwide ministry is dedicating this month to shedding light on the persecuted reality many Christians face for their faith, and they're asking churches to stand with them. 

"We serve the church and still do provide Bibles," says Gary Stagg, the Executive Director of Open Doors Canada. "We provide Christian literature, training, discipleship, trauma counselling, social economic development, and also help in crisis situations."

Grammy-nominated Blessing Offor is gearing up for the release of his second studio album, Real, later this summer. 

The 16-song project follows his debut album, My Tribe and explores themes of loss and heartache, while maintaining the infectious optimism fans expect from Blessing Offor. 

Grammy winner Brandon Lake's highly anticipated album is officially out for fans to hear. 

Lake shared on Instagram, King of Hearts, isn't for the, "Seemingly put together, but for those honest about their brokenness, longing to connect with their Creator."

“He is King of the universe, King of nations, King of creation—but most of all, King of hearts,” Lake said. 

Thousands of people were baptized over the weekend in what is being called the world's largest synchronized water baptism.

On Pentecost Sunday, over 27,000 people from coast to coast across the United States were baptized through Baptize America, a movement to unite the church across denominations and work together towards a common goal.

Those baptisms were broadcast live on social media.

"From coast to coast, heaven is rejoicing," said Baptize America. "This is more than a moment, it's a move of God!"  

Jessica Morris, the Australian journalist behind the investigation into former Newsboys and DC Talk frontman Michael Tait, says her intent was never to dismantle the Christian music industry, but to help protect those within it.

“This wasn’t about a vendetta,” Morris told CHVN in a 27-minute interview recorded Monday, June 9. “It was about shining a light in the darkness.”

Michael Tait, the former lead singer of Newsboys, released a statement Tuesday afternoon confessing that allegations of sexual assault and drug and alcohol abuse are "sadly, largely true."

A congregation in Texas is mourning the loss of Pastor Jason Owens, a long-serving and deeply respected spiritual leader.

In an official statement posted to the church’s Facebook page on Thursday, church leaders shared the news "with an extremely heavy heart," describing Owens as "a cherished friend and a vital part of our church family."

Freedom International School is preparing to host a special event

This week, the school, a registered charity serving newcomer and former refugee youth ages 12-21, providing specialized, trauma-informed, accredited high school education in a Christ-centred environment, will host a mixed media art exhibit called "This is My Story."