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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Interview: 4 Oldest Duggar Girls of '19 Kids and Counting' Share Life Lessons, Advice for Teens and Parents in 'Growing Up Duggar'
The four oldest Duggar girls of the popular TLC reality TV show "19 Kids and Counting" share never-before-told stories about how their family applies biblical principles to guide them through all of life's challenges in their new book, "Growing Up Duggar: It's All About Relationships," which is out this week.
Obama Launches 'My Brother's Keeper' to Improve Lives of Black, Hispanic Youth
President Obama announced Thursday the strategy behind his Administration's "My Brother's Keeper" initiative that aims to close the achievement gap for black and Hispanic youth by ensuring they receive education and job opportunities so that they can reach their full potential in life.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry Says Marriage Is Between One Man-One Woman, Despite Federal Judge's Ruling
Reacting to a federal judge's ruling Wednesday that deems Texas' ban on gay marriage as unconstitutional, Republican Gov. Rick Perry said it's not the role of the federal government to overturn the will of his state's citizens.
Texas Abortion Clinic Closes After Doctor Breaks Law, Illegally Induces 268 Abortions
A Texas abortion clinic is closed this week after it was discovered that a Houston abortionist illegally performed 268 abortions without obtaining admitting privileges at a local hospital.
What Do Women Need for Valentine's Day? Planned Parenthood Says 'Safe and Legal Abortions'
Planned Parenthood President and CEO Cecile Richards sent out message to her social media followers earlier this week suggesting services that women might need for Valentine's Day. On Richards' list, "What Women Need for Valentine's Day," is "safe and legal abortion."
Gosnell Abortion Clinic Employee Who 'Snipped' Over 100 Babies' Necks Gets 6 to 12 Years in Prison
An unlicensed medical school graduate who worked at Kermit Gosnell's Women's Medical Society abortion clinic in West Philadelphia has been sentenced to serve six to 12 years in prison for his role in the killing of two babies born alive at the clinic.
Maine Now Among States That Allow Boys to Use Girls' Bathrooms
Barring transgender boys from using the girls' bathroom is a violation of Maine's Human Rights Act, according a state Supreme Court ruling last month.
Planned Parenthood Says It's Proud to Provide Abortions; Reacts to Study Claiming Abortions Are at All-Time Low Since 1973
Reacting to a report from the Guttmacher Institute that claims abortions are at an all-time low since the procedure became legal in 1973, Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards says she's "proud" that the organization provides multiple forms of abortion services to its pregnant clients.
Donations Pass $138,000 for Baby Iver Fund to Support Father of Brain-Dead Wife on Life Support
A Canadian man whose pregnant wife was pronounced brain dead in December is choosing to fight for his preborn son's life by keeping his wife on life support.
Interview: Greg Laurie on Praying for America, Sharing the Gospel and the Church Under Siege
In an interview with The Christian Post, pastor Greg Laurie shares why he has a renewed fervor for sharing the Gospel; speaks about how Christians can engage nonbelievers and talk to them about Jesus Christ, and why he believes Christians must focus more on prayer and preaching instead of boycotting and complaining.
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