Nashville
Two Nashville churches, wrecked by tornadoes years apart, lean on each other in storms’ wake
By Jonathan Mattise, Holly Meyer, and Travis Loller — December 12, 2023
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — “Whatever we have is available to them,” said Boyd, who leads Mount Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, two days after a tornado ripped through Community Baptist Church.
Scott Sauls, author and Nashville pastor, placed on indefinite leave of absence
By Bob Smietana — May 7, 2023
(RNS) — Sauls is one of a growing number of high-profile pastors whose leadership style has come under scrutiny in recent years.
After shooting, Tennessee’s God and guns culture under fire as protests mount in Capitol
By Bob Smietana — March 30, 2023
(RNS) — Hundreds of protesters rallied at the Tennessee Capitol on Thursday, calling for red flag laws and other reforms in the wake of the state's deadliest school shooting.
Grief, fear haunt Nashville as residents gather to mourn in wake of Covenant shooting
By Bob Smietana — March 30, 2023
(RNS) — Vigils and funeral services begin for the victims of Monday’s shooting at a Christian school.
Weeping in Nashville
By Scott Sauls — March 28, 2023
(RNS) — A Nashville pastor contemplates the ‘why?’ of this week’s shooting.
God’s bar: Nashville’s lesbian-owned Lipstick Lounge storied for its radical hospitality
By Kathryn Post — January 23, 2023
(RNS) — 'I really didn’t have money to open a bar,' said Lipstick Lounge-owner Jonda Valentine. 'But I really believed that’s what God wanted me to do.'
Drive-by shooting injures 2 at funeral at Nashville church
By Jonathan Mattise — November 26, 2022
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The shooting Saturday took place as mourners left the funeral of a woman who was fatally shot earlier this month, according to police.
Amy Grant out of hospital, postponing August tour dates
By Adelle M. Banks — July 29, 2022
(RNS) — 'Due to the doctor’s orders she has had to postpone her upcoming August concerts,' said a spokeswoman for the contemporary Christian musician.
Amy Grant hospitalized ‘for observation and treatment’ after bike accident
By Adelle M. Banks — July 28, 2022
(RNS) — The accident, less than a week after Grant was named one of this year’s five Kennedy Center Honors recipients, occurred on Wednesday.
What to expect at this week’s Southern Baptist Executive Committee meeting
By Bob Smietana — February 21, 2022
NASHVILLE (RNS) — A group of Southern Baptist leaders meets this week in Nashville, months after a series of contentious meetings over an abuse investigation.
The Sunday Assembly hopes to organize a godless future. It’s not easy.
By Bob Smietana — September 24, 2021
(RNS) — At its peak, there were about 70 congregations in the Sunday Assembly movement. About half have shut down or gone dormant.
Meet Anne Wilson, a 19-year-old singer behind ‘My Jesus,’ a surprise Christian hit
By Bob Smietana — September 16, 2021
(RNS) — A family tragedy has led the Kentucky teen to unexpected success as a Christian musician.
Summer Travel Series: Nashville with Kat Armas
By Jonathan Woodward — September 1, 2021
In a bonus summer series, Roxy goes on a journey to see what’s what for seekers in other great cities, exploring the spiritual side of four favorite metropolises. Our final city is Nashville and our master of ceremonies is Kat Armas.
Oh Baby, Baby: Amy Grant’s biggest hit turns 30
By Bob Smietana — July 22, 2021
(RNS) — Amy Grant’s ‘Heart in Motion’ sold more than 5 million copies and made her a household name. Thirty years later, the record has been rereleased.
At annual meeting, Southern Baptists ‘turn their hearts to the right’
By Jacob Lupfer — June 17, 2021
(RNS) — A new president offers clues to the denomination’s direction. It’s not as promising as it seems.
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