The Faithful Five for 12.24.25: Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive Christmas spirit after 2 years of war in Gaza

December 24, 2025

Today’s news headlines of importance to the American faithful:

  1. Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive Christmas spirit after 2 years of war in Gaza (Associated Press)
  2. A decline in churchgoing linked to more deaths of despair (Ohio State News)
  3. Perspective: Promises beyond the manger (Deseret News)
  4. The Rich Theology of Christmas Carols (Crosswalk)
  5. Why do some people stay in their faith and others leave? A Pew report offers clues. (Religion News)

And read our latest story:

Ben Sasse reveals terminal cancer, points to faith in Christ: ‘A real Deliverer’