Michael Gryboski
Michael Gryboski has been a reporter with The Christian Post since 2011. He covers politics, church and ministries, court cases, and other issues. He has written extensively on issues like litigation over conservative congregations leaving The Episcopal Church, the longstanding debate within the United Methodist Church over homosexuality, court cases on various social issues, and the evangelical community.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Master’s in History at George Mason University. Inspired by his studies, Gryboski pens a regular column titled “This week in Christian history,” which briefly sums up the anniversaries of notable events in the long and diverse past of Christianity. He lives in Richmond, Virginia.
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Florida can ban boys from competing in girls sports: court
A judge has upheld a Florida law that prohibits boys who identify as female from competing in girls’ scholastic sports, arguing that the measure does not discriminate against trans-identified youth.
Virginia won't force Christian photographer to provide services for gay weddings: settlement
A Christian photographer in Virginia will not be forced to service same-sex wedding ceremonies, according to a new settlement reached between himself and Commonwealth officials.
Tennessee pastor who competed on ‘American Idol,’ ‘The Voice’ arrested for identity theft
A Tennessee pastor who competed on “American Idol” and “The Voice” was arrested after being accused of identity theft by a member of his congregation.
Episcopal seminary cancels 5-hour crying performance after backlash
An Episcopal Church seminary has canceled an event that would have featured a performer weeping for five hours. The decision came in response to extensive social media backlash.
This week in Christian history: ‘Second Martin’ born, first black missionary to Africa dies
Each week brings anniversaries of impressive milestones, unforgettable tragedies, amazing triumphs, memorable births and notable deaths. Some of the events drawn from over 2,000 years of history might be familiar, while others might be unknown to many people.
Pennsylvania lawmakers pass bill to overturn ban on teachers wearing religious attire
Pennsylvania lawmakers have passed a bill that would repeal a state ban on public school teachers wearing religious attire, with the legislation awaiting the governor’s signature.
Nearly 100 Ohio churches leave UMC amid homosexuality schism
Nearly 100 congregations in Ohio have left the United Methodist Church amid the denomination's ongoing debate over homosexuality, joining thousands of other churches in the United States that have done the same.
Archdiocese reports rise in vandalism ahead of Ohio abortion referendum
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati has reported more than a dozen incidents of vandalism and theft on their properties in response to their stance against a pro-choice referendum in Ohio.
Cornell University student arrested, charged for threatening to kill Jewish students
A student at Cornell University in New York has been arrested after making online death threats toward Jewish members of the academic community and faces up to five years in prison.
Babylon Bee founder sells remaining stakes in popular Christian satire website
The Christian webcomic creator who founded The Babylon Bee announced that he's sold off the remaining stake that he had in the popular satirical website.