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In ‘God Made a Fighter’ Ad, DeSantis Paves Way to Replace Trump as Anointed One
(RNS) — In an advertisement unveiled Friday on the Twitter feed of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ wife, Casey, black-and-white images of DeSantis and his family fade in and out as a narrator declares that “on the eighth day, God looked down on his planned...
Results Are in for 6 Heavily Hispanic Battleground House Races
Republicans won three predominantly Hispanic House races Tuesday night, and Democrats also won three such seats. “You’re looking at a very measurable, viable, sustainable, long-term shift from the Hispanic electorate serving as a de facto key constituency of...
Hispanic Evangelicals much less likely to vote for candidates who support late-term abortions: poll
Hispanic Evangelicals are much less likely to vote for a candidate who supports late-term abortion, according to a new poll released ahead of the midterm elections. In conjunction with the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, My Faith Votes...
Op-Ed: It’s Time for a National About-Face – Here Are 3 Ways to Bring It About
Over the past two years, many of us have reevaluated our priorities, beliefs, attitudes and desires for the future, especially regarding our lives here in the United States. As we have faced a horrific global pandemic, social unrest and divisive politics, we have...
A new ‘Jesus movement’? Evangelist Nick Hall says Gen Z is hungry for ‘something supernatural’
Evangelist and author Nick Hall is ready to see God do amazing things this summer. He's expecting more than 50,000 young people to gather in Dallas, Texas, for TOGETHER '22, a free event at the Cotton Bowl Stadium held June 24-25. "We really do believe we're on...
‘He Walked in Unobstructed’: New Details About TX Shooting Turn Grief into Anger, Chaplains Mourn with Families
Grief is turning to anger in Uvalde, TX as authorities change crucial details about the attack. Hours after the deadly mass school shooting left 21 dead, Gov. Greg Abbott held a press conference to clarify the information being reported worldwide. A key piece of...
Texas school shooting evokes faith leaders’ reply: We must put ‘prayers into action’
Faith leaders across the nation continue to share their response and reaction to the Texas school shooting on Tuesday in Uvalde, Texas, in which at least 19 children and two teachers lost their lives due to the heinous act of an apparent lone gunman. Others...
Latinos ‘Abandoning’ Democrats For Being ‘Anti-Christian’ And Other Reasons, Pastor Says
A faith leader believes that Latinos are veering away from voting Democratic in the November elections because of their "anti-Christian" rhetoric. Latinos will continue to move away from the Democratic Elections during this coming November's midterm elections because...
The new reformers
Call it the politics of the moment. Or a willfully myopic view of the American religious experience. The state of a nation at a peculiar crossroads. Whatever the root cause, there’s a prevalent notion lately — a persistent stage whisper on cable news and other forums...
‘Pushing the Plow’ as a millennial or Gen Zer
People who love and serve God in the power of the Holy Spirit through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ work to discover their God-given purposes and steward His gifts to them, in much the same way as Elisha pushed his plow. They embody this truth: “Whatever you do, work...
Motivation starts with God – opinion
Many Millennials and members of Gen Z are struggling because they have been conditioned by overnight YouTube sensations and viral memes that turn their peers into social media celebrities. They are bright, talented, passionate and willing to work. But...
Evangelical Christians looking for renewal should look to the margins
The crisis of church and synagogue is not a crisis of faith, so much as a crisis of purpose. (RNS) — Earlier this month New York Times columnist David Brooks published a devastating piece titled, “The Dissenters Trying to Save Evangelicalism from Itself.” Taking stock...
Pastor Samuel Rodriguez Prophesies ‘Mantle of Promotion,’ ‘New Generation Rising Up’ to Confront Evil
Pastor Samuel Rodriguez has a prophetic word of encouragement for believers today who may have grown weary in well-doing in this age of decadence and cultural upheaval. He calls them "plow pushers," reminiscent of Elisha, who was out pushing the plow when God called...
What Heaven Starts, Hell Cannot Stop with Samuel Rodriguez
We must dare to start holy confrontation
Throughout my life, I have often found myself in positions that required me to confront people who have so much more — more power, more intelligence, more money, more authority — than I do. At various times I have been led by God to confront elected officials in the...
Bible experts discuss racial divide in US, how Christians can be part of solution
Bishop Derek Grier of Grace Church in Dumfries, Virginia, recently held a series of discussions with a variety of Bible experts regarding racial strife United States and how Christians can be part of the solution. Among those interviewed by Grier,...
‘Organic and Bipartisan’: Growing Parents’ Movement Draws Both Praise and Worry
Virginia's Nov. 2nd statewide election signaled just how concerned voters are about what's happening in public schools and pointed towards an emerging parent rights movement nationally. It makes sense to Colleen Leary, a school board member in Chesapeake, Virginia. "I...
Pastor Sam Rodriguez encourages Liberty students to be children of light
During Liberty University’s Wednesday Convocation, held in Williams Stadium, author and pastor of New Season Church Samuel Rodriguez brought a message of motivation and encouragement to the student body, imploring them to be a light in our dark world. The morning...
Compassion Does Afghan Refugee Giving Campaign
NHCLC partners with Convoy of Hope to help refugees fleeing Afghanistan crisis The NHCLC has partnered with Convoy of Hope to provide the NHCLC community an opportunity to help tens of thousands of refugees fleeing the crisis in Afghanistan. Convoy of Hope reports:...
Samuel Rodríguez habla con Jorge Ramos sobre la controversia de la vacuna contra el covid-19
Las autoridades federales anunciaron los planes para administrar una tercera dosis de refuerzo contra el covid-19 a partir de septiembre. Sin embargo, existen muchas dudas entre los hispanos sobre qué tan efectiva puede llegar a ser esta dosis. El pastor Samuel...
How the Latino vote could influence California’s recall election
With Latino voters turning out in larger numbers in recent elections, campaign strategists and grassroots organizations have said all recall candidates need to be doing more to win this population's vote in the upcoming election. A recent article by Daniela Pardo from...
Newsom’s Recall Problem Is with Hispanic Voters
Two new independent polls on California’s September 14 recall election have a startling explanation for why Governor Gavin Newsom is in trouble. His support among minority communities is crumbling as issues such as crime, COVID restrictions, and a huge...
“We’re entrepreneurs.”
In a recent article in the Atlantic, Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the NHCLC and political independent, was quoted: "Our values are faith, family, and free enterprise. We’re entrepreneurs. We want to thrive; we don’t want to survive."To read the full Atlantic...
4 ways we can develop the next generation in 2021
While change of any kind is rarely easy, it is often inevitable. Nonetheless, I confess I am often as frustrated by change as anyone else. When we grow too accustomed to anything, we face the temptation to overlook it or take it for granted. We settle into ruts...
The Fastest-Growing Group of American Evangelicals: “The Latino Church will reconcile Billy Graham’s message with Dr. King’s march”
This week Meaghan Winter of The Atlantic published "The Fastest-Growing Group of American Evangelicals: A new generation of Latino Protestants is poised to transform our religious and political landscapes." She features Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the...
Fighting for the unborn: NHCLC, Broad coalition join together requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade and subsequent abortion cases
Liberty Counsel filed an amicus brief on behalf of a diverse group of organizations, churches, religious leaders, and individuals, including 70,000 African American and Hispanic churches and millions of African Americans and Hispanic Americans across the...
Sermon via hologram? California preacher ‘visits’ Auckland congregation using ‘teleportation’ video
The last time the Rev. Samuel Rodriguez Jr., pastor of New Season Church in Sacramento, California, spoke on the platform at City Impact Church near Auckland, New Zealand, he wasn’t really there.The congregation didn’t seem to mind one bit, even if the speaker was...
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: Hispanics, Latinos thriving – we are not marginalized, oppressed victims
Please stop calling us marginalized, oppressed victims Please stop. Please stop calling us marginalized, oppressed victims. Hispanics and Latinos living in the United States are a diverse, thriving community. We are here to bless this nation,...
Promise Keepers Reaches Men For Christ Via Major Rally At AT&T Stadium
July 16 and 17 saw the dawn of a new era as Promise Keepers (PK), the men’s ministry founded in 1990 by Coach Bill McCartney and known for its massive stadium events, held its 2021 Conference at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. . .Reverend Samuel...
NHCLC Chapters in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Illinois, Texas, and California raised over $17,000 dollars for faith and education initiatives!
WE DID IT! And so much more! In just one month, NHCLC Chapters in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Illinois, Texas, and California raised over $17,000 dollars for faith and education initiatives! Thank you to each and every one of you who took surveys to help us exceed our...
Rev. Rodriguez on Promise Keepers: “The good Lord anoints this ministry to bring people together.”
Rev. Rodriguez joined Cortes and Pellegrino to discuss Promise Keeper's imprint on society and how God is using the men's ministry "for such a time as this." Watch the segment below. https://youtu.be/GDBomOHXywY
NHCLC, World Relief urge Congress to act on immigration reform after judge blocks DACA, declaring it illegal
A recent ruling by a Texas federal judge prohibits new applications from being filed for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, that protects some people who were brought to the U.S. illegally as children from being deported. The ruling only applies to...
Promise Keepers Scores Big Comeback Moment in Dallas
Nearly 30,000 men attended the 2021 Promise Keepers Men's Conference last weekend in Dallas, Texas with hundreds of churches hosting even more men online. The two-day event aimed to bring a positive message that would inspire transformation and empower men so they...
California Pastor Using ‘Holy Hologram’ Delivers Sunday Sermon to Church in New Zealand
The president of the NHCLC recently delivered a Sunday morning sermon to worshippers at a church in New Zealand . . . a 3D hologram let church members see him. One California pastor recently delivered a Sunday morning sermon to worshippers at a church in New Zealand,...
CTC Awareness Campaign – Eligibility Tool Now in Spanish
Herramienta de elegibilidad ahora en español The Internal Revenue Service has launched a new Spanish-language version of its online tool, Child Tax Credit Eligibility Assistant, designed to help families determine whether they qualify for the Child Tax Credit and the...
Rev. Rodriguez ministers at Kingdom Men Conference, “No More Excuses”
On Juneteenth, Dr. Tony Evans and Kingdom Men worldwide hosted the 2021 NO MORE EXCUSES MEN’S CONFERENCE. The free, virtual event featured Dr. Tony Evans, Jonathan Evans, Samuel Rodriguez, Benjamin Watson, and Anthony Evans.Click HERE to watch the replay of the...
NHCLC, US Evangelicals promise prayers and support for Israel’s new Prime Minister
A diverse group of American evangelicals congratulated Naftali Bennett on becoming the new prime minister of Israel and successfully forming a coalition government, offering reassurance on to Israelis concerned about Christian support after Benjamin Netanyahu’s...
NHCLC Promueve el Día de Concientización sobre el Crédito Tributario por Hijos / NHCLC Promotes Child Tax Credit Awareness Day
La NHCLC se complace en promover el día de concientización sobre el Crédito Tributario por Hijos como parte de nuestra campaña para alcanzar a la mayor cantidad posible de familias hispanas que puedan beneficiarse de la expansión del Crédito Tributario por Hijos...
El Crédito Tributario por Hijos (CTC) en el plan de rescate estadounidense (American Rescue Plan)
The Child Tax Credit in the American Rescue Plan La Casa Blanca ha proporcionado un recurso en línea en inglés y español que describe la forma en que el Plan de Rescate Estadounidense implementa los créditos fiscales para niños en un intento de aliviar las cargas...
NHCLC release survey to better understand perspectives on vaccines
This week, the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference in partnership with The National Council of Negro Women distributed a survey designed to ascertain attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccine efficacy, safety and access as a part of their “Good Health WINS”...
New Border Patrol numbers regarding fentanyl confirm what NHCLC argued back in March
An official with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection told members of Congress Wednesday that fentanyl seizures at the United States-Mexico border have increased by 308% in the fiscal year 2021. . .. . . California Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, who heads the National...
Rev. Rodriguez: Pentecost people know how to wait – and worship
A couple of weeks ago, my wife, Eva, and I thought our house was going to burn down.I had just returned from a trip, and Eva was cooking something delicious in the oven. She walked out of the kitchen and when she came back, flames were shooting out of the oven — and...
(Video) Millennial Leader Network: Palestinian Christians: the Forgotten Minority / A Conversation with Alexis Bonilla-Qumsieh
Though the media spike in this conversation has made many aware of the raging tensions and violence in Palestine and Israel, we should all be aware that the people of the region have been living this for decades.Here I interview my wife who is a second generation...
National Day of Prayer: Teaching our children to pray the Micah 6:8 way
When I look into my granddaughter’s eyes, I see the future. I see a little girl who will one day grow up and go out into the world to make a difference.And I wonder: What will her world be like?I truly believe the holiness of this present generation will determine the...
Rev. Rodriguez; Keep up the good fight mothers – The world needs you
"I wouldn't be here if not for the prayers of my grandmother. She prayed nightly for each of her many grandchildren by name. I wouldn't be here if not for the prayers of my mother that sustain me to this very hour. There are moments that I'm fighting darkness and the...
NHCLC issues call for global day of prayer for peace in response to Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Responding to calls by evangelical leaders to designate this Sunday as a Global Day of Prayer for Peace and Security in the Middle East, many churches across the United States are praying for peace in Israel as a week of violence in the region is being described as...
Connecticut faith leaders call on state lawmakers to oppose legalization of recreational marijuana
El reverendo Abraham Hernández, director del Capítulo de la NHCLC CT, lo calificó como “una idea terrible” e instó a Connecticut a no unirse al vecino Massachusetts para legalizar el cannibus. The Rev. Abraham Hernandez, director of the NHCLC CT Chapter, called it “a...
Rev. Rodriguez, prominent faith leaders urge Healing and Reconciliation Following Chauvin’s Conviction
Rev. Rodríguez, destacados líderes religiosos instan a la sanación y la reconciliación después de la condena de ChauvinNoting that there will probably be another George Floyd and another Derek Chauvin, Rev. Samuel Rodriguez commented that the march toward justice is...
NHCLC President, Rev. Rodriguez named Main Speaker for International Pastors Summit
El presidente de la NHCLC, el reverendo Rodríguez, nombrado orador principal de la Cumbre Internacional de PastoresOver the past few decades, the Slavic world has faced a new cultural challenge, which is the mass migration of its people. The number of immigrants from...
Rev. Rodriguez joins, President Biden, VP Mike Pence on Pray.com National Day of Prayer Online May 6
Truly honored to participate in The National Day of Prayer presented byPray.com. Reaching across political and denominational lines, we are coming together to pray because prayer changes everything. Join me as we stream on Sirius/XM radio channel 154 and watch us on...
The NHCLC’s leadership on immigration reform goes back years; NBC article cites previous Speaker’s promise to deliver on immigration as a “tease”
Max Burns writes, "Polls indicated that 6 in 10 Americans and over half of Republican voters supported the [immigration] proposal, which included increased border security while allowing undocumented immigrants to remain in the country. Dozens of House...
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez Opinion: Running Toward the Empty Tomb
Rev. Rodriguez writes, "I am reminded that more than 2,000 years ago, a woman named Mary ran, while it was still dark, towards an empty tomb. She ran not when things were pristine or perfect. She ran while things were still dark. It's what we do in the darkest...
Lovett and Rocca quote Rev. Rodriguez – Is Church Open for Easter? Answers Vary Across the U.S. and World
“This Easter is basically ‘Come back to church,’ Easter,” said Sam Rodriguez, president of theNational Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference. “Let’s do it safely. Let’s come back tohugging and loving and supporting one another.” Find the full article here [behind...
Connecticut – Heading into Easter, Christian Flag flying in Central Park for first time ever in New Britain, CT
“Today I am proud. I commend Carmelo [Rodriguez] and I commend the clergy at theCommunity of Faith to take this day of the most sacred week in Christianity to raise that flag inthe name of Jesus,” said Rev. Abraham Hernandez, national chapter director of the...
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: Hispanic and Latino voters’ to-do list – Biden admin must address these 3 issues
Unity requires a commitment to humility, bipartisanship and compassionThroughout the years, political parties have oversimplified Hispanic and Latino voters.However, like all members of racial and ethnic groups, we are not homogenous. When politicalparties...
Las Vegas Chapter Director, Dr. Pagán, helps facilitate 10,000 vaccines to local community
Dr. Jose Pagán and his congregation converted their sanctuary into Las Vegas’ largestimmunization site for the Latino community.Take a minute to listen and watch Dr. Pagán’s FB Live testimony.https://fb.watch/4x7qfXTGe0/
Dr. Carlos Campo discusses impact on political landscape should Senate pass the current Dream and Promise Act
"Hispanics recall that, despite promises to the contrary, the Obama-Biden team never reformedimmigration as we had hoped."With the current border crisis—fueled in part by propaganda in Latin American countriesabout a new, pro-immigrant president—Biden needs an early...
Samuel Rodriguez warns Biden’s immigration policies give ‘green light’ to cartels, traffickers
A prominent Christian leader has raised concerns about the Biden administration’s immigrationpolicies, asserting that lax enforcement procedures amount to a “wink and a nod” for cartelsand human smugglers.The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic...
The Lamb’s Agenda Hoy: The Pastor in 2030
On March 10, Girien Salazar spoke Salomon Paredes, Executive Director of the NHCLC DMVChapter about the “the pastor in 2030,” the Promise Keepers 2021 event happening in July, andan upcoming webinar by Marketplace Chaplains. Los Promise Keepers 2021 - July 16-17,...
Rev. Rodriguez honors and celebrates the life of evangelist Luis Palau
The reverend Samuel Rodriguez, president of the NHCLC, honors and celebrates the life ofevangelist Luis Palau in this segment from CBN News.https://youtu.be/rr98ys145xM Other media...
The Lamb’s Agenda Hoy: Cumbre Internacional de Lideres
On March 3, 2021, Girien R. Salazar spoke with influential (Latino) Christian leaders PastorEdwin Mendoza and Rev. Abraham Hernandez about Arizona’s recent Pastor and LeadersConference, CTC Awareness, and Promise Keepers 2021. CTC Awareness:...
A Call to Thrive: A pastoral perspective on faith, politics, Hispanic values, and moving beyond survival mode
World Magazine’s Marvin Olasky interviews Rev. Rodriguez on faith, politics, Hispanic values,and moving beyond survival mode. https://world.wng.org/2021/02/a_call_to_thrive Click HERE to view the article in PDF.
The Lamb’s Agenda Hoy: The deceptively named “Equality Act”
Rev. Girien Salazar interviews Greg Baylor, Senior Counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, todiscuss the deceptively named “Equality Act.”Click HERE to listen to the full interview.
NHCLC Churches in Connecticut help lead COVID-19 education and prevention initiative
An initiative aimed at COVID-19 communication, risk reduction, and prevention in communitiesof color is expanding into eastern Connecticut, thanks to a $138,000 grant from the CommunityFoundation of Eastern Connecticut.The support from the Community Foundation enables...
Rev. Rodriguez urges elected officials to not attempt to address inequality by making others less equal
"The answer to a rightwing culture war is not a leftwing culture war. Our elected officials mustnot attempt to address inequality by making others less equal. The National Hispanic ChristianLeadership Conference joins Latino Catholics in opposing the Equality Act....
Rev. Rodriguez on CBN News’ Faith Nation: Christian nationalism and American exceptionalism
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez addresses Christian nationalism and American exceptionalism. “I am aChristian before I am an American . . . We can be patriotic and not drink the kool-aid ofChristian nationalism.” Click HERE to listen to his full remarks.
Rev. Tony Suarez offers perspective into survey that reveals “Americans less enthusiastic about socialism after 2020 election”
Tony Suarez, of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, attributed the surge in support for Trump and the Republicans among Latinos to fears of socialism, the economic system that caused many of them to flee their home countries in the first place....
Rev. Rodriguez joins Tom, Amy, and Sydni on Hope Today; discuss inspiration and crisis
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, author, speaker, and president of the National Hispanic ChristianLeadership conference, join Tom, Amy, and Sydni on the Hope Today talk show on theCornerstone Television Network.https://youtu.be/HCsqHzlV84Q
NHCLC’s Joppa Health share ministry reaches milestone, Distributes $100k toward Member medical expenses
In February 2021, the NHCLC’s Joppa Health Share ministry, which began in 2020 in the midst of a global pandemic, reported having distributed $100,000 toward members’ medical expenses. Joppa Health Share is a non-profit healthcare sharing ministry that believes that...
Rev. Rodriguez’s, Suarez’s Condemnation of Capitol Riots featured in CBN op-ed
There is no such thing as a righteous riot. It is the equivalent of robbing the bank and asking God to bless the heist," said NHCLC president Rev. Sam Rodriguez, who described those in the mob as political extremists. "This is a fringe radical group with a religious...
The COVID-19 books have arrived: From Pope Francis, John Piper, N.T. Wright and more
“From Survive to Thrive: Live a Holy, Healed, Healthy, Happy, Humble, Hungry, and Honoring Life” by Samuel Rodriguez “From Survive to Thrive” by Samuel Rodriguez. Courtesy image The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez dedicates this book to his eldest daughter, who survived time in...
Son of Cuban Immigrants: ‘Latino Exodus’ from Dem Party Due to ‘Embrace of Socialism’
On Election Night, the Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, described Latino voters as “America’s firewall against socialism.” Echoing a similar refrain to that of Sobo, Rodriguez told CBN News that Latino voters...
Samuel Rodriguez: What Biden should learn about how Latinos voted in 2020
A few hours after Joe Biden was projected to win the 2020 presidential election, the former vice president made a big vow to the American people: “I will be a president for all Americans.” I hope Biden lives up to his promise, but if he truly means it, he will need to...
Voting your faith
The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez is the senior pastor of New Seasons Christian Worship Center, the president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference and is one of President Trump’s evangelical advisers. He also prayed at Trump’s inauguration. He believes...
Latinos emerge as winners of 2020 election!
CBN News covered Election Day from 7:00 p.m. Eastern to midnight with live Election Night coverage, including the latest election returns and reaction from across the country. Here's the 11 p.m. broadcast from The 700 Club. In addition to the presidential race, our...
Deactivating Judicial Activism: Barrett Confirmed Exactly One Month After Her Supreme Court Nomination
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, head of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, said of Barrett, “She is a woman of great faith who has proven time and time again her commitment to advancing righteousness and justice in our nation. I pray God will guide her...
Lara Trump appeals to evangelical voters to support Donald Trump in Pensacola stop
Following Lara Trump's speech, there was a town hall event conducted by members of the president's Evangelical Advisory Board that included Pastor Paula White, senior pastor at the City of Destiney, a church outside of Orlando; Pastor Jentezen Franklin, senior pastor...
New England church leaders note ‘decision fatigue, exhaustion’ among those in ministry
A letter, signed by more than two dozen church leaders throughout New England, highlights what it refers to as “decision fatigue and exhaustion” of those in the ministry during the COVID-19 pandemic and period of racial unrest. Posted on the Massachusetts Council of...
‘Keep Faith an Everyday Part of Your Life’: New ‘Faithful’ App Delivers Ad-Free Content from Top Christian Leaders
For the first time ever, these Christian leaders have come together to provide an experience to help Christians everywhere connect with God. These faith leaders include Judah and Chelsea Smith of Churchome, Charlotte Gambill of LIFE Church, Levi and Jennie Lusko of...
Faith leaders react to mob at Capitol with prayers, calls for end to violence
The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president, National Hispanic Leadership Conference and the Rev. Johnnie Moore, president, The Congress of Christian Leaders “Under these circumstances, there is no conceivable situation where what happened within the U.S. Capitol today is...
Biden releases immigration plan on the heels of NHCLC immigration proposal
Christian immigration advocacy groups praise Biden's plans as 'glimpse of hope,' News of the proposal came as faith leaders, including Hispanic evangelical leader the Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, urged in the days before the inauguration for Biden to enact comprehensive...
Rev. Rodriguez responds to Biden plans for sweeping immigration effort, encourages Republicans to engage
"I do believe Republicans in the Senate saw how Latinos are independent voters who arecommitted to life, religious liberty and biblical justice, so this community is a critical communityto engage via the conduit of passing immigration reform," said Pastor Samuel...
TV Interview: CBN, Rev. Rodriguez on the Capitol Hill riot
Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, appeared on the Tuesday afternoon edition of CBN's Newswatch to talk more about the Capitol riots and the upcoming events this week....
Latino Protestants more conservative, supportive of Trump than Latino Catholics, poll finds
Evangelical leaders such as the Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, say Latinos have benefited from Trump through his economic opportunities and the Supreme Court justices he’s appointed “that respect the sanctity...
Pastor Samuel Rodriguez: From Survive to Thrive
Pastor Sam describes God’s prescription for pain and suffering with the use of seven words; words that need to define our focus, and purpose, and every thought we have or action we take. If we make our goal to HONOR and HUNGER for God alone, to desire to...
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: On World AIDS Day 2020, COVID threatens to reverse the tide of saving lives
In the words of Ecclesiastes, there is “a time to keep silent, and a time to speak.” Now is the time to advocate, or speak up, on behalf of those in developing nations who are suffering with or are vulnerable to not only COVID-19 but also to long-standing infectious...
2020 Election Dubbed ‘Year of the Republican Woman’ as House GOP Sees Historic Rise
Speaking on CBN News on Election Night, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference President Samuel Rodriguez described Latino voters as “America’s firewall against socialism.” “Latinos just said ‘no’ to socialism,” he said, adding, “The Hispanic community just...
Trump’s Latino support could grow as Democrats seen as ‘party of infanticide’
The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, senior pastor of New Season Christian Worship Center in Sacramento, California and president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference told The Christian Post that Latino support for Trump comes from strong beliefs on...
Evangelicals stick with Trump, see upside even if he loses
While many of Trump’s evangelical allies are white, the president’s campaign also worked to appeal to Latino voters and the GOP saw signs of improvement with that demographic in several states. The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, a Latino evangelical pastor who has advised...
NHCLC Leadership Featured in Israel Allies Foundation’s First Annual List of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies
This week Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) released its first annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies. Among the top 50 includes Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the NHCLC, and Rev. Carlos Ortiz, NHCLC Board Member. “Christian leaders who were selected to be...
NHCLC promotes technology-driven platform to help grandparents promote Judeo-Christian life-skills in grandkids.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is promoting a nation-wide initiative aimed at empowering grandparents to seamlessly pass along their values and experiences to their grandkids using an online gaming platform. ...
NHCLC and Oral Roberts University Partner to Reach and Equip the Next Generation
The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) has announced a new partnership with Oral Roberts University (ORU) to reach the next generation of Hispanic Evangelicals and equip them to lead in both ministry and the public square. The partnership will...
Meet the Hispanic evangelical minister challenging ‘AOC’
Pastor Fernando Cabrera leads a Sunday morning service at New Life Bronx Church in New York. Courtesy photo by Jonathan Mesiner Jack Jenkins (RNS) — Ever since Bronx City Councilman Fernando Cabrera announced his campaign to represent New York’s...
Statements: NHCLC and Faith Leaders Visit Border Facility at McAllen, TX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_Ehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJ1EKvC4uPk&feature=youtu.be Statement from Samuel Rodriguez:“The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference has facilitated three border visits in the last four weeks, and we will...
Evangelical Leaders Urge the President: Don’t Shut Down US Refugee Program
Leaders from some of the largest evangelical denominations are worried about recent reports that the Trump administration might effectively end the US refugee resettlement program. In a letter to President Trump, they implored him to not only keep the program but...
[Release] NHCLC partners with leading churches and ministries to advocate for life, religious liberty and biblical justice
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is launching a series of nationwide campaigns to protect the sanctity of human life, defend religious liberty and advocate for biblical justice. The campaigns, drawn from the...
Politicians Court NHCLC Leaders on Immigration Reform, Politicians later fail to act on promises
Kim and Brown write, "Nearly all House Republican leaders blocked off time to meet with about 30 members of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference in Cantor’s conference room in the Capitol. Starting with Boehner, each lawmaker went around the table to...
The Imago Dei Campaign: Evangelical Groups Say Gays Made in God’s Image
“For the image of God exists in all human beings: black and white; rich and poor; straight and gay; conservative and liberal; victim and perpetrator; citizen and undocumented; believer and unbeliever.” The leader behind the movement, Rev. Samuel Rodriguez Jr.,...