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Family of UPenn Track Star Madison Holleran Urges Suicidal Individuals to Get Immediate Help
Despite the grief of losing his daughter, James Holleran chose to "remain strong for Madison" and urged anyone who is unhappy or thinking suicidal thoughts seek treatment immediately. "Please seek therapy if you need it," urged Mr. Holleran. "This is not a weakness, but a struggle."

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Pope Francis Calls Social Media a “Gift from God”
Pope Francis has been actively "tweeting" as the new head of the church when he was declared the new pope last year. Now he is labeling the Internet as a "gift from God," one that has the ability to reach multitudes with the right message.

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Catholics and Evangelical Christians Increase Cooperation in Advocating Pro-Life Awareness
In anniversary of the Supreme Court case of Roe vs. Wade in 1973, pro-life movements across the country have united to bring awareness of the preserving unborn human life and speak against abortions. Many pro-life movements this week rallied and even brought together both Evangelical and Catholic groups together.

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National Marriage Week Brings Awareness of Poverty/Marriage Connection
National Marriage Week USA isn't just a week out of the calendar year to express the joy of marriage; rather it is a week to raise awareness on the importance and long term rewards a stable marriage has to offer.

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Pro-Life Georgia Group to Sign Nationwide Personhood Declaration
Pro-life leaders are looking to expand their voices on protecting the unborn on a national level, and now a Georgia based organization is joining the movement. Georgia Right to Life (GRTL), a pro-life advocacy organization has joined the pro-life fight to sign a new "Declaration of Dependence" legislation.

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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.

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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.

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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.

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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.

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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
