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Texas House Passes Late-Term Abortion Law; Senate to Vote Tomorrow
The Texas House of Representatives passed the “Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act” today, which prohibits late-term abortions and puts additional restrictions on abortion clinics. The bill, which was stalled by Democrats in the House, is scheduled to be voted on in the Senate tomorrow morning.
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Shane & Shane to Write Exclusive Song
Shane Barnard and Shane Everett plan to write a song based on a randomly chosen fan’s favorite Bible verse, in celebration of their new album release “Bring Your Nothing.” The popular Christian band is known for writing songs in light of the Gospel, and bases many of their lyrics on passages of Scripture.
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Daily Devotion YouVersion App from Christian Artists
The Bible Application (YouVersion) offers a variety of reading plans and daily devotionals for users, many of which were written by Christian musicians. Artists like Casting Crowns, Matt Maher, Shane & Shane, Lecrae, Tenth Avenue North, the Newsboys, and Dara Maclean have put together week-long devotions that relate to their latest album releases.
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Supermoon June 2013 to Appear Saturday and Sunday
A perigee moon, known as a supermoon, will take place on Sunday night, with a preview of the full moon beginning Saturday night. The moon will appear both brighter and larger than a normal full moon because of its location in the lunar orbit.
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Obama Calls Catholic, Protestant Schools Divisive
In a recent speech to more than 1,000 youth in Ireland, President Obama highlighted the distinction between protestant and Catholic schools as a point of contention 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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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.
