By Hunter Hines Christian Action League July 26, 2024 The Christian Action League (CAL) announced this week that its Executive Director, Rev. Mark Creech, will be taking a sabbatical for the entire month of August to focus on health and recovery. This week marks his last in the office until his planned return in September. […]
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Republicans Propose Changes to GOP Platform on Abortion and Same-Sex Marriage, Rev. Mark Creech Speaks Out
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League July 8, 2024 As the 2024 Republican National Convention approaches, conservative evangelical leaders are voicing strong opposition to proposed changes in the party platform that would soften its stance on abortion and remove language opposing same-sex marriage. The platform, backed by presumptive presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump, […]
Hotlines Dedicated to Helping Gambling Addicts Witnessing Surge in Callers
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League April 12, 2024 As states continue to legalize sports betting, the Christian Action League is sounding the alarm over a concerning uptick in gambling addiction cases. Hotlines dedicated to addressing gambling addiction are witnessing a surge in callers, particularly among younger demographics, with men in their 20s and 30s […]
Seven Noteworthy Events in American History That Occurred at Christmas
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League December 22, 2023 Christmas is a time of celebration, reflection, and togetherness, but it’s also been a backdrop for significant moments in American history. Beyond the festive spirit and gift-giving, seven noteworthy historical events unfolded on either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, leaving a lasting impact on America. These […]
Rev. Creech Takes Umbrage With ‘Culture Wars’ Comments in Governor’s State of the State Address
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League March 9, 2023 Governor Roy Cooper delivered before a joint meeting of House and Senate members of the General Assembly his last biennial State of the State address, Monday night. The State’s constitution bars Cooper from running for Governor a third time. WUNC’s Capitol Bureau Chief, Colin Campbell, explained […]
URGENT ACTION ALERT Sens. Tillis and Burr Need to Hear from You on Marriage Bill
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League September 16, 2022 “This is, unquestionably, some of the most important information the Christian Action League has reported on,” said Rev. Mark Creech, executive director of the Christian Action League. “If it’s to mean anything, it will require prompt action on the part of every faithful Citizen Christian who […]
‘Respect for Marriage Act’ Would Codify Child-Bride Marriages into Federal Law
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League August 10, 2022 Liberty Counsel (LC), a national religious liberty organization, is still sounding the alarm about HR 8404 – The Respect for Marriage Act. The legislation, which would codify same-sex marriage into federal law, is still pending in the U.S. Senate and could be voted on at any […]
Alcohol Reforms Pass in Last Week of Legislative Biennium
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League June 30, 2022 In its final week of the 2021-22 Legislative Biennium, the North Carolina General Assembly passed two bills related to the state’s alcohol policies. Rev. Mark Creech, executive director of the Christian Action League, said, “The couple of alcohol measures that passed were relatively innocuous, but there […]
Primary Election: Turnout Up, Budd and Edwards Win, State Races, and Surprises
By L.A. Williams and Hunter Hines Christian Action League May 19, 2022 The most closely watched race of North Carolina’s primary election on Tuesday yielded perhaps the most predictable outcome for a chance at the U.S. Senate seat to be vacated by Republican Richard Burr. Republicans chose Trump-endorsed Congressman Ted Budd, while Democrats gave a […]
Small-Group Quickly Mobilizes to Push Back Proposed ‘Gaming Establishment’ and Succeeds
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League May 12, 2022 Friday, April 6, Rev. Curtis Norris, pastor of Calvary Church in Olivia, received an urgent phone call from Belinda McGugan about an application for a gaming establishment in their community. A retiree and resident of Olivia, McGugan was deeply concerned that gambling would bring the wrong […]