For the past seven months, retired wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan has become increasingly vocal about his Christian faith. On Thursday evening, he also entered the political arena, going all in for Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention.

The faithful gathered in Indianapolis on Wednesday night (July 17) had traveled from all 50 U.S. states and 17 countries to join the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, the first since the ninth National Eucharistic Congress in 1941.

RNS spoke with writer and director Mitch Hudson, who is also a crew member on 'The Chosen,' about what's next for the new series.

As leaders of the church, we recognize that two issues—the destruction of the family unit, specifically in relation to absent fathers, and the aggregate decline in faith—are interrelated. So, how do we begin to fix this endemic issue?

We need people who speak hope and build confidence into our lives so that we can consistently live in a manner that’s worthy of the Gospel of Christ. This is why God commands us to encourage others and build each other up.

Good shepherds can say to their flocks, "Follow me as I follow Christ."

We seek happiness even though joy is within reach. This is why we (especially pastors) need to know the difference between joy and happiness.

How do we see our life and our calling? It’s a question everyone must ask. What's your vision for worship ministry?