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Garissa University Reopens Nine Months After Massacre Of 150 Kenyan Christians: 'They Will Kill Our Bodies But They will Never Kill Our Spirit'
Nine months experiencing a devastating terror attack resulting in the deaths of close to 150 Christian students, Garissa University College in Kenya has reopened, expressing hope that this time, "all will be well and peaceful."

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Wheaton College Moves to Fire Professor After She Refuses to Renounce Claim 'Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God'
Less than a month after placing professor Larycia Hawkins on administrative leave due to her controversial assertion that Muslims and Christians worship the same God, Wheaton College announced it has begun the process to fire her due to an "impasse."

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City Harvest Church Pastor Kong Hee Says Despite 'Challenging' Year, Jesus Has Made Himself 'So Real'
Singapore's City Harvest Church founding Pastor Kong Hee has said that despite weathering a "very challenging" year, Jesus has made Himself abundantly real to his family "every step of the way."

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Passion 2016: John Piper Discusses Importance of Being Named In the Book of Life: 'We Must Be Ready to Die For This World'
John Piper spoke to a crowd gathered at Passion 2016 and emphasized the importance of having one's name in the Book of Life.

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Influential 'Jesus' Rapper Jahaziel Renounces Faith, Calls Christianity a 'Controlling Dictatorship'
An influential Christian rapper in the U.K. has sparked controversy after announcing that he has "turned away" from Christianity, claiming his eyes were opened to the "controlling dictatorship" and "historic blood trail" of the faith.

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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.
