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Bernie Sanders, First Non-Christian Primary Winner, Betrays Atheists by Admitting 'Strong Religious Feelings'
Some Americans who are nonreligious and some who are atheists were disappointed when U.S. presidential hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders from Vermont declared he had "very strong religious and spiritual feelings" at a recent Democratic town hall. "It's a guiding principle in my life, absolutely, it is," Sanders said when a New Hampshire voter asked him about his faith. Ironically, Sanders made history Tuesday as the first ethnic Jewish and non-Christian candidate to win a presidential primary.

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Designer Babies: Is Genetic Editing of Human Embryos Equal to Playing God?
British scientists this month received permission to alter the DNA of human embryos within the overall mission of correcting devastating diseases in the womb. The work of one authorized stem cell scientist, using embryos donated by couples with a surplus after IVF treatment, will look at the fertilized eggs' development from a single cell to about 250 cells. The research could help scientists understand why some women lose their babies before term, and provide better clinical treatments for infe

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Pope Francis Gathers 'VIP Refugees, Immigrants' To Pray Across Mexico-United States Border
Ahead of Pope Francis' trip to Mexico Friday, he prayed during his weekly Angelus Address from St. Peter's Square that the international community would aid Syrian refugees seeking asylum in the West.

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Match Survey: Dating Singles in Utah Mix Religion With Sushi, Definition of 'Ex' Changes
A nationwide survey by the world's largest relationship company of 5,500 adults regarding dating habits of America's single people indicate some interesting combinations. Survey organizers claim respondents represented various ages, ethnicities, incomes and walks of life.

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Religious Apathy Appears To Be Shaping New Hampshire Presidential Primary, Including Trump, Sanders
Although Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is expected to win the New Hampshire GOP primary Tuesday, Americans view him as the least religious candidate. Some voters feel this connection is no coincidence, given that New Hampshire is often considered America's least religious state. Additionally, the democratic candidate leading the polls so far in the state is Bernie Sanders, a candidate who publicly admits he does not participate in organized religion.

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The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) concluded its 14th General Assembly
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) concluded its 14th General Assembly on October 31, 2025, in Seoul, South Korea, with 850 delegates from 124 countries.

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Rick Warren challenges pastors at WEA assembly: preach, teach, and heal like Jesus
On the opening night of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Rick Warren issued a heartfelt challenge to church leaders around the world: “Don’t just preach the message of Jesus; learn His model—share the gospel with the poor, the sick, and the broken as He did; pray as He prayed; and build the church as He built it.”

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[Exclusive Interview] Evangelist Stephen Tong exhorts the Chinese church to return to the foundations of reformed faith
During the 14th World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Pastor Stephen Tong, the founder of the Reformed Evangelical Church of Indonesia, spoke with Gospel Herald (GH), offering earnest counsel to the Chinese church.
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Chinese evangelist Stephen Tong urgently calls on pastors to repent and become holy vessels
“You must repent and become holy servants of God.” On the stage of the14th General Assembly of World Evangelical Alliance (October 27-31), renowned Chinese evangelist Pastor Stephen Tong loudly urged the delegates, delivering the shortest sermon of his preaching career.

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River of Life Foundation Thanksgiving Fair: beyond the church walls—Chinese Christians serve the community with love
The River of Life Foundation will host its 2025 Annual Thanksgiving Fair and Luncheon on Saturday, November 15, at the River of Life Christian Church campus in Santa Clara.
