A retired woman in Excelsior Springs, Mo., doesn’t mind being known as the Crazy Goat Lady. Sharon Baker has helped dozens of families around the world over the past decade. Her vision ...
Read More »IHOPKC officially cuts ties with founder Mike Bickle
The International House of Prayer in Kansas City on Friday officially cut ties with founder Mike Bickle. In late October a group of former IHOPKC leaders accused Bickle of a pattern of ...
Read More »Area church gives presents to kids touched by violence
Christmas can be a difficult time for children whose lives have been affected by violence. On Sunday volunteers at United Believers Community Church in Kansas City gave away more than 100 presents so ...
Read More »Missouri sues Jackson County over bungled property assessments
Jackson County homeowners who complained about high assessments this year made their voices heard, and the state of Missouri is responding. Attorney General Andrew Bailey this week filed suit alongside the state ...
Read More »City Union Mission distributing over 11,000 gifts to at-risk families
The City Union Mission Christmas Store, a key component of the ministry’s Mission Christmas outreach, will close on December 21. Here, at-risk, income-qualified men, women, and children can “shop” for their families ...
Read More »Food website ranks most popular Christmas dishes in Missouri, Kansas
Favorite dishes are as much a part of the Christmas season as trees and packages. Although nearly everyone enjoys turkey and the trimmings, each state also has several popular regional meals. Three ...
Read More »Parents concerned about Satan Club at Olathe school
Parents of students at Olathe Northwest High School continue to express concerns about attempts to organize a “High School Satan Club.” The club has not yet been approved, according to the school. ...
Read More »Christmastime in the city: Area events for the family
Several publications have named Kansas City one of the top travel destinations for 2024. Local residents can enjoy the city’s attractions this month during its many Christmas events. Visit KC recommends these ...
Read More »Local historic mansions offer Christmas tours
Kansas Citians looking for some last-minute decorating ideas can find inspiration at one of the area’s many historic homes that are open for holiday tours. Here are some suggestions from KCUR. Bingham-Waggoner ...
Read More »‘I sinned:” IHOPKC founder Mike Bickle admits to “inappropriate behavior”
Mike Bickle, the founder of the International House of Prayer, on Tuesday admitted to past sins and misconduct that caused “pain, confusion and division in the body of Christ.” The statement can ...
Read More »New allegation emerges against IHOPKC founder Mike Bickle
The investigation of Mike Bickle, the founder of the International House of Prayer Kansas City, is facing a new allegation. A woman identified only as Jane Doe this week alleged that from ...
Read More »Episcopal Diocese of Missouri proactively inspects all 41 churches in state
Missouri is home to several historic Episcopal churches, and some of them are starting to show their age. “The biggest challenge facing most of our congregations, both now and in the future, ...
Read More »Be Inspired with Tina -The Tina Turner Musical
Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is an inspirational comeback story unlike any other. It This tale of a woman who defied expectations to become the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll opens ...
Read More »Show-Me Christmas: Missouri day trips celebrate season
Families looking to celebrate the holidays with a day trip or overnight stay have a number of options in the Show-Me State. These are among the towns that go all out for ...
Read More »The ‘Hamas of Hanukkah’ is theme of local Messianic synagogue festivities
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is set to begin soon. Celebrated by Jews, the Messianic community and also many Christians, it traditionally includes skits with a touch of humor ...
Read More »Young Chiefs fan, parents, undaunted by attacks over face paint
A progressive website accused a young Chiefs fan of being racist for wearing a Native American headdress and painting his face at a recent game. As it turned out, the boy himself ...
Read More »Christian Family Services—A reliable resource for Expectant, Birth, and Adoptive Parents
We are a ministry designed to serve those God brings to us—whether it be an expectant parent who has just learned they are unexpectedly pregnant, a woman who has just given birth ...
Read More »IHOPC not presented with “any actual evidence” report says
The International House of Prayer in Kansas City wasn’t presented with “any actual evidence” in the sexual abuse allegations against founder Mike Bickle, it announced in a report last week. In a ...
Read More »Donna Kelce, Tammy Reid will team up for Giving Machine at Union Station
Area residents will have an innovative new option for giving this holiday season. Donna Kelce, mother of Chiefs player Travis Kelce, and Tammy Reid, wife of head coach Andy Reid, will unveil ...
Read More »Two KC area events Sunday in support of Israel
Two special events are planned for Sunday in support of the 240 hostages currently being held in Israel. Onen is at Abundant Life Church in Lee’s Summit and the other is a ...
Read More »IHOPKC replaces law firm hired to interview alleged victims
The International House of Prayer in Kansas City (IHOPKC) this week replaced a national law firm hired to investigate allegations against founder Mike Bickle with local attorneys. The move came in response ...
Read More »Kansas City holds pro-Israel rally as 300,000 gather in Washington DC
At least 300,000 people rallied in the nation’s capitol Tuesday in support of Israel as other rallies took place across the country from Kansas City to Miami. The day of support for ...
Read More »Former Kansas City Star religion editor Helen Gray dies at 81
Helen T. Gray, the longtime religion editor of the “Kansas City Star,” died on Saturday at age 81. When she was hired in 1965, Gray was paper’s second black reporter and its ...
Read More »Area events planned to support Israel
Numerous Israel-centered events are planned this week across the Kansas City metro to pray for peace and show support of Israel. Events include a rally at The Plaza Fountain to special guest ...
Read More »Kansas City-based non-profit helps 60 million people worldwide access safe water
A local group, Kansas City-based Water.org, has helped 60 million people around the world gain access to safe water or sanitation. “This remarkable achievement is marked by our team and partners’ unwavering ...
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