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The production begins with a Cece Winans song:"Fill my cup, Lord. I lift it up, Lord.Come and quench this thirsting in my soul."The table resembles the Last Supper, but coffee cups, not wine goblets, are raised in reverence. The vignette lasts less than one minute, and it is Mother Mary, not Jesus Christ, who is placed at the center of it all. Read more.

Tuesday’s success prompts look at no-fault provision Fresh from their successful fight to ban same-sex marriage in the state constitution, supporters are now ready to turn to what they see as the next biggest threat to the institution of marriage: Wisconsin’s no-fault divorce law. Read more.

News ReleaseMarriage Protection Amendment passes state-wide referendumMADISON — In response to Tuesday’s elections results, where Wisconsin voters passed a constitutional amendment to define marriage as the exclusive union of one man and one woman, Vote Yes for Marriage president, Julaine Appling, said, “Tuesday, November 7, 2006, stands as yet another landmark for traditional marriage. The people of the great state of Wisconsin have reaffirmed the importance of one-man/one-woman marriage in our society. Wisconsin is now one of the latest states in our country that has proudly stood up and publicly declared that traditional marriage is best for our state, best…

(AgapePress) – A spokesman for America’s largest conservative women’s public policy group says among the key determiners of political races across the U.S. will be the "married moms" contingent — women voters looking to protect the interests of their children and families.Concerned Women for America’s Dr. Janice Crouse believes this demographic group will once again play a pivotal role in voting results on November 7, just as they do each election cycle. And she believes it is vital that conservative candidates and political strategists pay attention to this often overlooked bloc. Read more.

Are there too many nice guys in church? The problem according to Paul Coughlin, the author of "No More Christian Nice Guy" and "Married But Not Engaged," is that there are not enough guys, period. The expectations of the church keep too many guys away. If they understood what Jesus was really like, guys would be more comfortable in church. MC talked with Paul Coughlin about his plans for a conference entitled "No More Christian Nice Guy," which will be held next weekend at Lake City Church.

News ReleaseMADISON — Over 450 Wisconsin pastors have signed a pledge in support of one-man/one-woman marriage. The pledge drive was led by The Family Research Institute of Wisconsin, a statewide organization working in support of traditional marriage and family.

News ReleaseHabitat for Humanity of Dane County is seeking 8 to 10 families for homes that Habitat will be constructing in 2007. The homes will be located in the Madison and Sun Prairie areas as well as a duplex in the community of Oregon.

High-Profile Pastor Steps Down Amidst One Man’s Accusations – Agape PressMonday morning update COMMENTARYTalk about bad timing.On the day after former Congressman Mark Foley entered an alcohol rehab program, his beleaguered staff received a package. With reporters watching, they unpacked a framed copy of one of his most famous pieces of legislation — a bill requiring a crackdown on sexual predators, including those who exploit minors online.And all the people said: "Hypocrite!"

News ReleaseMADISON, Wis. — Alliance Defense Fund attorneys representing the Wisconsin Legislature today filed an appeal asking the high court to allow the lawmakers to intervene as defendants in an American Civil Liberties Union lawsuit against several state agencies. The ACLU filed the suit in an effort to obtain taxpayer-funded employee health benefits for same-sex couples. “Cases like this are why the Wisconsin Legislature chose to present a marriage amendment to the voters,” said ADF Senior Counsel Glen Lavy. “If the people of Wisconsin wish to preserve marriage, they should vote ‘yes’ on the proposed marriage amendment. Without a marriage…

RICHMOND, Va. (BP)–Mendy Nantz was on the way to a funeral when it happened. “Don’t scream or do anything stupid or I will kill you,” a well-dressed man commanded the 33-year-old Southern Baptist missionary. Read more.