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Lent 2014: What are Christians Giving up?
Ash Wednesday is observed on March 5, 2014, the beginning of the 40 days of Lent. Christians around the world prepare themselves for Holy Week and celebration of Easter.

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Oscars 2014 Live Stream Free Online: Watch Red Carpet of Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Lupita Nyong'o, Jennifer Lawrence and More
The 86th Annual Academy Awards air Sunday, March 2 at 8:30 p.m. EST on ABC. Take show host Ellen DeGeneres will host the show for the second time.

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'Son of God' Movie Starring Diogo Morgado as Jesus, Inspires #HotJesus on Twitter
The Son of God movie premieres Friday in theaters nationwide. It is a compilation of scenes from the History Channel's "The Bible" miniseries and materials that didn't make the TV show.

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Saddleback Church to Hold Mental Health Gathering, Rick Warren: "God Never Wastes a Hurt"
Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church and his wife Kay are starting a new mental health ministry following the suicide of their son Matthew a year ago. Matthew Warren, 27, committed suicide last April after struggling with severe depression for years.

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Shirley Temple Black Marriage Life and Husband: Parents, Children Family Pictures and Video
Shirley Temple Black, the former child star with curls, dimples and diplomat whose films cheered Depression-weary moviegoers, died Monday at age 85.

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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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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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Evangelist Stephen Tong urges prayer and perseverance for China’s persecuted church
Renowned Chinese evangelist Rev. Stephen Tong recently issued a heartfelt message to the persecuted church in China, urging believers to remain steadfast in faith amid suffering and to face trials with patience and courage.

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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
