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Jeb Bush Says He’ll Be a ‘Stalwart’ Supporter of Families, Categorically Opposes Same-Sex Marriage
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush has made it clear on Saturday that he categorically opposes same-sex marriage and will continue his support for traditional families. He made the comments in an interview related to Christian businesses and same-sex weddings.

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Ireland to Vote on Gay Marriage Referendum as Christians Argue on Both Sides of Issue
The people of Ireland will have the opportunity to directly vote on the issue of whether or not to allow same-sex marriage on Friday. The vote has placed Christians within the traditionally Catholic country on opposing sides.

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College Professor Focuses on Plight of Middle East’s Christians, Who Are at Risk of Total Destruction
The plight of Christians in the Middle East has especially been brutal in Iraq and Syria. Now a college professor has tried to find a way to avoid a “clash of civilizations” in the region.

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ISIS Scares Iraqi Forces into Retreat after Tough Fight, Takes Control of Ramadi
The terror group known as ISIS has made progress in Iraq, forcing the country’s military to bid a hasty retreat from the provincial capital of Ramadi. It is considered a major blow to both Iraq and the coalition led by the United States.

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Texas Miracle: Teen Claims He Met Jesus While Collapsing in Gym, Having No Heartbeat For 20 Minutes
A high school student in Texas is now out of hospital after he collapsed in gym class and had no pulse for 20 minutes earlier this month. During that time period of his collapse, he claimed to have seen Jesus.

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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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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.

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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.
