May 21, 2026

‘Hate’ Rhetoric is Making Political Violence Easier to Accept

On Aug. 15, 2012, a man armed with a 9mm pistol entered the Family Research Council headquarters in Washington, D.C., intending to “kill as many people as possible.”  

The shooter, animated by pro-LGBTQ beliefs, told building manager Leo Johnson, “I don’t like your politics” just before shooting him in the arm. Johnson heroically unarmed the attacker, who was then taken into custody and convicted of committing an act of terrorism. 

In an FBI interrogation, the gunman confessed to relying on the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) website, known for its “Hate Map,” labeling what they deem as hateful and extremist organizations throughout the U.S. These labels are known for targeting peaceful pro-family ministries. 

Tony Perkins, president of Family Research Council (FRC), told NRB he believes the SPLC has fueled a rise in violent rhetoric that, in turn, has intensified political violence nationwide. 

America Rededicates Herself As ‘One Nation Under God’ in Historic Worship Gathering

The National Mall transformed into a gathering place for prayer and thanksgiving Sunday as thousands came together for “Rededicate 250,” a full day of worship, sermons, and public reflection as part of the Freedom 250 initiative.

The open-air event, which drew both in-person crowds and a large online audience, was framed by organizers as a deliberate act of national rededication — an effort to reaffirm the country as “one nation under God.” Speakers repeatedly invoked the precise anniversary of May 17, 1776, when the Continental Congress issued America’s first official proclamation for a National Day of Prayer and fasting amid the gathering storm of the Revolutionary War.

“Rededicate 250” was held exactly 250 years later on the same date.

“Today is not just a day to remember history, it is a day to remember the Hand that wrote our history, the Hand of Almighty God,” said Dr. Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Church Dallas.

‘Go and Do Likewise’: Roger Kemp Looks to the Past to Build up the Future

The story of sin and redemption in “The Pilgrim’s Progress” called Roger Kemp to faith in Christ in 1966. Today, he advances that same narrative of the Gospel on platforms across the country through RK Media. 

Kemp was nine years old when he professed faith in Christ at a Pilgrim’s Progress-themed summer camp in central California. Several years later, his introduction to some of the most well-known voices in Christian radio shaped Kemp’s commitment to strengthening Christian media to lead more pilgrims to Christ.

Member News

Alliance Defending Freedom welcomed the end of the Biden administration’s Title IX rewrite, saying the policy threatened protections for women’s sports, privacy, and free speech rights.

Family Life Radio is mourning longtime broadcast engineer Mike Brinks, remembered for decades of technical leadership and service that supported the ministry’s radio outreach and operations.

Franklin Graham’s two-day Festival of Hope in Belarus drew nearly 31,000 people, with hundreds responding to the Gospel at what organizers called the country’s largest evangelistic rally.

FrontGate Media highlights how streaming TV advertising partnerships are helping ministries and faith-based organizations expand audience reach through connected TV and digital platforms.

Dr. Susan Michael has been elected chair of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem’s global board of trustees, succeeding founder Jan Willem van der Hoeven in the leadership role.

Actors Patrick Hill and Chandler Brayboy discussed their partnership with Mercy Ships and the film “Glorify,” highlighting efforts to support medical missions and share stories of hope and service.

Moody Bible Institute has launched a presidential search process, inviting prayer and participation as the school seeks its next leader to guide the ministry and academic institution.

Pillar Media has launched a search for a new chief programming officer following Matt Stockman’s planned departure, as the ministry continues expanding its Christian radio and media outreach.

Salem Media has agreed to be acquired by WaterStone in a deal aimed at expanding the company’s Christian and conservative media outreach across radio, digital, streaming, and publishing platforms.

Voice of the Martyrs reports that some Iranian Christians are using the instability of war and displacement as opportunities to share the Gospel and support people seeking hope and faith.