‘Conclave’ Sees 283% surge in viewership following Pope Francis’s death
In the wake of Pope Francis’s passing, viewership of the film Conclave—a dramatic depiction of the papal election process—spiked dramatically. According to streaming analytics firm Luminate, the movie saw a 283% increase in daily watch time on April 21, the day after the pontiff's death.
Pope Francis dies at 88: Who will be the next pope?
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope and a transformative figure in the Catholic Church for over a decade, has died at age 88 — setting in motion a high-stakes papal succession that could shape the Church's future direction for years to come.
“Easter Sunday, what to do?” A day to remember the resurrection—and reflect God’s joy in every generation
Easter Sunday is here—and for many families, it’s not just a holiday on the calendar. It’s a sacred reminder that the resurrection of Christ is not only a historical truth, but a living hope that shapes how we celebrate, create, and pass on our faith.
Martyrs leader found dead in India, spark concern for christian safety
In a sobering development underscoring the risks faced by Christian leaders in hostile regions, the head of the India chapter of Voice of the Martyrs was found dead in his home last week.
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Korean church council urges restoration of representative democracy following presidential
The Communion of Churches in Korea (CCIK), led by President Rev. Kim Jong-hyuk, released an official statement on April 4 respecting the Constitutional Court’s decision to remove President Yoon Suk-yeol from office.
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Eyewitness report from Asbury revival two years ago
On February 8, 2023, following a routine chapel service at Asbury University, a handful of students remained in prayer and worship. What began as a small gathering soon ignited into a movement of the Holy Spirit that spread like wildfire, capturing global attention. This spontaneous revival, rooted in the experiences of college students at the Asbury campus in Wilmore, Kentucky, became a testament to God’s work reaching across the world.
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Reviving a nation: Kuyper conference 2025 sparks reformed awakening in Jakarta
Jakarta, Indonesia – From March 13 to 15, 2025, Jakarta became the epicenter of theological discourse as it hosted the Kuyper Conference and Prize 2025. This year's theme, "Reforming Always and Everywhere: Neo-Calvinism and the Reformed Tradition," brought together scholars, theologians, and practitioners from around the globe to explore the enduring impact of Neo-Calvinism within the Reformed tradition.
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Standing firm in faith: Resisting worldly culture with a biblical worldview
In a world where cultural influences steadily shape and redefine beliefs, Myungsung Church is calling believers to stand firm in their faith through a biblical worldview.
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Thousands of Students Flock to Kentucky Revival, Over 2,000 Surrender to Christ
Lexington, KY—A wave of spiritual revival swept through Kentucky as an estimated 8,000 students gathered in Rupp Arena, lifting the name of Jesus in a night of worship, prayer, and transformation. The event, organized in collaboration with the Unite Us Movement, left an indelible mark on attendees, as more than 2,000 students made life-changing decisions to surrender their lives to Christ.
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New York Council of Korean Churches Views Trump’s Inauguration: "Great Spiritual Expectations for America"
The second inauguration of President Donald J. Trump took place on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. President Heo Yeon-hang (허연행) of the New York Council of Korean Churches (NYCKC) commented on the event, describing it as having an unprecedentedly strong Christian tone.
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North Korea Ranked as Worst Christian-Persecuting Nation for 23rd Time, "Death Penalty for Believers"
North Korea has once again been ranked as the world’s worst country for Christian persecution by the Open Doors Mission, maintaining the top spot for the third consecutive year. This marks the 23rd time the nation has claimed this position since the organization began publishing its Christian persecution report in 1993.
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Korean Churches in Southern California Extend Help to LA Wildfire Victims
An offical of Korean churches in Southern California revealed their efforts to support victims of wildfires by purchasing and donating emergency relief supplies, including masks and blankets, to those in need.
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Global Lutherans celebrate Reformation Day, ‘trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time’.
Yesterday, October 31, was Reformation Day, and Lutherans around the world held various events in commemoration. In Singapore, the Lutheran Church advocated for Christian communion, while the German Lutheran Church encouraged believers to face the challenge of “trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time.”
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Bread of Life Christian Church in Taipei celebrates 70th Anniversary, Pastor Nathaniel Chow shares God’s sovereignty in history
At the 70th Anniversary celebration of the Bread of Life Christian Church in Taipei (台北灵粮堂, BOLCC Taipei), Pastor Nathaniel Chow (周神助) shared how history is related with God. He emphasized that the true sovereignty of history lies within God. With the theme of “Seventy Years Full”, he pointed out that history is not only a passage of time, but God's action in its midst.
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Churches Impacted by Pluralism Scholars: Diverse Yet Discern the Truth
Today’s society promotes diversity and criticizes the thinking in the past. Pluralism also impacts the church greatly. It challenges the sole truth of the church. A scholar points out that we should still discern the truth while being multicultural.
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Harvest Church Pastor Greg Laurie on Why 'Every Christian' Must be Baptized
Greg Laurie of Harvest Christian Fellowship in California has shared why every Christian should be baptized and invited all believers to join him for a church-wide baptism this Saturday - at the very same location where he was baptized years ago.
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What's Next After The Hallelujah Challenge?
29 June 2017: The Hallelujah Challenge is about to come to an end, so what comes after that? Mass worship and praise sessions might be just the thing needed to spark a revival in this great nation.
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Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) Receives Serious Internet Threats, Police Are Now Involved
22 June 2017: The world is getting crazier by the day, and Christians continue to be persecuted around the world on a daily basis. Even the Internet is not spared, as the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has received potential threats over the Internet, prompting police intervention and help.