Report Questions Bible Courses in Texas
Written by Don Byrd
Bible courses in many Texas schools are falling short of the safeguards set by the legislature. So says a report by the Texas Freedom Network.
5th Circuit Dismisses Music Director’s Discrimination Suit under Ministerial Exception
Written by Don Byrd
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling in Hosanna-Tabor, the 5th Circuit last week dismissed an employment discrimination lawsuit brought by a church music director against his church following termination.
Church Sign Sparks Electioneering Controversy
Written by Don Byrd
Americans United sent a letter of complaint to the IRS describing a church marquee in Texas urging folks to “vote for the Mormon not the Muslim.”
TX Judge Issues Injunction, Sets Trial Date in Cheerleader Banner Dispute
Written by Don Byrd
In a hearing today, Texas State Judge Steven Thomas issued a temporary injunction that allows Kountze High School cheerleaders to continue their practice of raising banners on the field with Christian messages.
State of Texas Intervenes in Cheerleader Christian Banner Dispute
Written by Don Byrd
The State of Texas today filed a petition to intervene in a church-state case involving Christian banners displayed by cheerleaders at Kountze High School football games.
