Melissa Barnhart
Managing Editor
Melissa Barnhart serves as Managing Editor for The Christian Post. She graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor of science degrees in government, religion and communications. Ms. Barnhart began her reporting career while still in college by working for a local newspaper outside Dallas, Texas, where she interviewed pastors, politicians, Olympic gold medalist Jennie Finch, a U.S. women's softball player in the 2004 Olympic Games, and former President of Mexico Vicente Fox. She joined The Christian Post in 2013.
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Pastor Andrew Brunson, Wife Pray for Trump to Have 'Supernatural Wisdom,' 'Fear of the Lord'
Andrew Brunson and his wife prayed for President Trump at the White House Saturday after the pastor was freed from Turkey where he was held captive for over two years.
Senate Confirms Brett Kavanaugh to Supreme Court by 50-48 Vote
In what has been billed as a historic vote Saturday, the U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Brett Kavanaugh as justice to the Supreme Court by a vote of 50-48. Kavanaugh was sworn in as the 114th justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in a private ceremony.
Azusa Pacific University Reinstates Ban on LGBT Student Relationships
Azusa Pacific University's Board of Trustees has reinstated a ban on LGBT relationships. The decision comes one week after the Christian university had announced that it was going to lift its ban on same-sex relationships among students.
Mike Pence Hails Trump Achievements, Criticizes Obama for 'Taking Credit for Economic Miracle'
Vice President Mike Pence Saturday hailed the accomplishments of the Trump administration and criticized former President Barack Obama for taking credit for its successes in a speech at the annual Values Voter Summit in Washington, D.C.
Christian Charities Bring Disaster Relief as Florence Leaves Over 900K Without Power, 9 Dead in Carolinas
Several Christian charities are helping tens of thousands of residents in the Carolinas who fled their homes to take refuge in shelters as Hurricane Florence made landfall.
Planned Parenthood Won't Help Pregnant Women, Live Action Says as New Pres. Touts Abortion Biz
Planned Parenthood's new President Dr. Leana Wen spoke positively this week about the family planning services its clinics provide, but didn't explain that pregnant women seeking prenatal care are turned away, a leading pro-life group has said.
Planned Parenthood Hails Pastor Who Cited Bible in Testimony Against Brett Kavanaugh
Abortion rights groups are hailing the testimony of an Indiana minister who spoke against Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday.
Franklin Graham Lauds Parents for Protesting Drag Queen Story Hour at Libraries
Evangelical leader Franklin Graham is lauding the efforts of parents and concerned community activists who are protesting efforts to bring the Drag Queen Story Hour to their local libraries.
Netflix 'Insatiable' Under Fire for Mocking Christians, Sexualizing Jesus and Holy Spirit
Many viewers of Netflix's series "Insatiable" have called for its cancellation amid accusations of fat shaming, but a conservative group is also shedding light on its constant attacks on the Christian faith.
Will Oprah Give Equal Time for Women to Shout Their Abortion Regrets?
There are hundreds of thousands of women in America who regret their abortions and their supporters are calling on Oprah to let their voices be heard too.
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