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Sam Brownback
NRB

Ambassador Sam Brownback Highlights Persecution in China, Says Religious Freedom 'Top Priority' for Trump Administration

Sam Brownback, the U.S. ambassador at large for international religious freedom, warned that China is one of the most egregious persecutors of Christians today -- and the United States is one of the
Richard Dawkins
Reuters

Richard Dawkins Says 'Atheism for Children' Book Will Help Arm Kids Against Religious 'Indoctrination'

Famed atheist Richard Dawkins said he plans to write a book titled "Atheism for Children" in efforts to arm the younger generation "against indoctrination by schools, grandparents and religious
Barbara Bush
REUTERS

Barbara Bush Death: Pastors Franklin Graham, Joel Osteen Remember Life, Faith of Former First Lady

Following the death of former first lady Barbara Bush at 91, tributes poured in from pastors, political figures, and family members remembering the former first lady's faith and dedication to her
Franklin Graham
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

Billy Graham's Granddaughter Slams Franklin Graham for Political Views, Says He Should 'Stick' to Ministry

The granddaughter of famous evangelist Billy Graham has criticized her uncle Franklin Graham for his support of President Donald Trump and said she believes he needs to "stick to" ministry -- not
Dr. A.R. Bernard
Facebook/Getty Images

Dr. A.R. Bernard Compares Trump to King Saul; Says President Doesn't 'Legitimately' Know Bible

Dr. A.R. Bernard, founder and CEO of the Christian Cultural Center, New York City's largest evangelical congregation, has explained why he left Donald Trump's Evangelical Advisory Council and
Transgender
Getty Images

Church of England Schools Encourage Students to Report 'Homophobic,' Transgender Bullying with New Forms

Church of England schools have announced they plan to hand out forms allowing students and teachers to report homophobic and transgender bullying.
Franklin Graham
Facebook/Franklin Graham

Franklin Graham Accuses LGBT Community of Bullying Christians to Accept Lifestyle: 'It Ain't Gonna Happen'

Franklin Graham has accused the LGBT community of continually targeting Christians "to try to get us to accept their lifestyle" -- a goal the evangelist says "ain't gonna happen."

Andrea Nicole Baber
(Douglas County Sheriff's Office)

Christian School Teacher Arrested for Affair With Teen Student Believed 'God Opened Door' to School

A former Christian school teacher who faces charges including sodomy, rape and contributing to the sexual delinquency of a minor after having an affair with a 15-year-old student once said she
Cordell Jenkins
Abundant Life Ministries

Wife of Pastor Charged With Sex Trafficking Teenage Girls Arrested for Obstructing Investigation

The wife of one of three Ohio pastors accused of engaging in repeated sexual acts and the trafficking of teenage girls has been indicted on federal charges accusing her of interfering in her
Church
ABC

Pastor Thwarts Armed Robbery on Bible Study by Invoking Name of Jesus: 'The Power of God is Real'

Dr. Julius Zant, a Maryland pastor, has shared how he deflected a robbery attempt by invoking the name of Jesus - an incident he said proves "the power of God is real."
Donald Trump
Facebook

Trump Honored with 'Friends of Zion Award' for Jerusalem Move; Paula White Praises President for 'Keeping His Promises'

Evangelical leaders applauded President Donald Trump for honoring his promise to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel by presenting him with the "Friends of Zion Award."
Doug Jones
Reuters

4 Christian Leaders' Reactions to Doug Jones Defeat of Roy Moore in Alabama Senate Race

Following Democrat Doug Jones' win Tuesday night over Republican candidate Roy Moore in the Alabama Senate race, a number of conservative and evangelical leaders took to social media to weigh in on
Terrorism
NEW YORK CITY TAXI AND LIMOUSINE COMMISSION

Franklin Graham Responds to NYC Terrorist Attack: 'The Battle Against Radical Islam is Far From Over'

The Rev. Franklin Graham responded to Monday's terror attack in a New York City subway by stating that the U.S. is still under attack by radical Islam and praising President Trump for his travel ban.
Matt Lauer
NBC/AP Photo

Franklin Graham Slams 'Media Elites' for 'Shock' Over Matt Lauer's Sexual Exploits: 'They All Knew'

Franklin Graham slammed "media elites" for knowing about the sexual exploits of high-profile figures such as Matt Lauer -- but pretending to be shocked and outraged when such behavior came to light.
Donald Trump
Getty Images

President Trump Delivers on Campaign Pledge to Say 'Merry Christmas,' Point Americans to Jesus' Birth

In the wake of the holiday season, President Donald Trump has continued to deliver on his campaign pledge to say "Merry Christmas" again and reminded all Americans of the essential importance of
Jerusalem's Old City.
AP Photo

5 Christian Leaders' Reactions to Trump Formally Recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's Capital

After U.S. President Donald Trump announced that America is to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and declared his intention to move the U.S. embassy there from Tel Aviv, a number of
Salvation Army
WKYC.com

Salvation Army Worker Killed While Sharing Scripture, Clutching Bible Didn't Fear 'Retaliation' for Faith

A 21-year-old Salvation Army worker who was shot and killed while preaching the Gospel has been remembered as a devout Christian who had "no problem with the idea of being persecuted for the
Pro Life
AP photo

Pro-Life Teenagers Brutally Punched Outside Planned Parenthood Clinic

A 15-year-old pro-life student was sucker-punched during a violent altercation Saturday outside a Planned Parenthood clinic in Roanoke, Virginia. The unprovoked attack was captured on film by a
Jack Phillips
Alliance Defending Freedom

Franklin Graham Urges Prayers Ahead of Christian Baker Jack Phillips’ Fight at The Supreme Court

Franklin Graham is urging prayers as the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments in a landmark case regarding a Christian baker who refused to bake a cake for a same-sex wedding - a case Graham
Ravi Zacharias
YouTube

Ravi Zacharias Apologizes for Failing to 'Exercise Wise Caution' Amid Sexting Allegations

Apologist Ravi Zacharias had admitted he "failed to exercise wise caution and to protect myself from even the appearance of impropriety" when addressing a personal lawsuit involving a married woman
The Benham Brothers
Facebook

Benham Brothers Defend Roy Moore, Say it's 'Sad' to See Christians Condemn 'Without Knowing All the Facts'

The Benham Brothers have voiced their support for Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore and said it's "sad" to see Christians condemning him "without fully knowing all the facts."

Richard Dawkins
Reuters

Richard Dawkins Slams Islam as 'Ignominious Loser' Amid Reports Muslim Defectors Live in Constant Fear of Persecution

Atheist author and evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins slammed Islam as an "ignominious loser" that "needs to resort to threatening those who leave it in order to survive" amid reports that
Church of England
REUTERS/Hannah McKay

Cambridge University Chapel Holds Services for LGBT Community to Show Christianity is 'Inclusive' Regardless of Sexuality

In an effort to be more "inclusive," three Cambridge University colleges are holding special new chapel services for gay and transgender individuals to create a "safe sacred space" and show that
TLC
D DIPASUPIL/GETTY; MATT BARON/BEI/SHUTTERSTOCK

Derick Dillard Responds After Being Fired from TLC's 'Counting On' Over Transgender Comments

Former "Counting On" star Derick Dillard has responded after getting fired from TLC over his comments regarding transgender teen Jazz Jennings.
Jesus
Facebook

Teen Arrested After Beheading Statues of Jesus Christ and Mary, Posting Selfie with Severed Heads on Social Media

A teenager has been arrested after decapitating statues of Jesus Christ and Mary outside a church -- and then posting images of himself holding the severed heads on social media.
Roy Moore
AP Photo

87 Baptist Pastors Condemn Sexual Abuse of Women by Men in Power in Wake of Roy Moore Scandal

A group of 87 Baptist pastors and other religious leaders in Alabama have condemned the sexual abuse, assault, harassment and exploitation of women at the hands of men in power in the wake of sexual
Roy Moore
Facebook/Getty

Franklin Graham Says Sexual Assault Allegations Surrounding Roy Moore are 'Troubling if True'

Evangelist Franklin Graham has weighed in on the sexual assault allegations surrounding Republican Senate candidate and said the accusations are "troubling if they are true."
Roy Moore
AP Photo

Russell Moore, Kay Warren Criticize Christians Defending Roy Moore: 'Sexual Assault is Always Wrong'

Evangelical leaders, including Russell Moore, Kay Warren, and Beth Moore, have criticized Christians who continue to defend Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore despite allegations that he sexually
Brad Paisley
Getty Images

Franklin Graham 'Disappointed' in Brad Paisley for Mocking Trump at CMA Awards

Evangelist Franklin Graham said he's "disappointed" that country star Brad Paisley used his platform at the Country Music Awards to poke fun at President Donald Trump.
Transgender
Getty Images

Christian Teacher Suspended for 'Misgendering' Transgender Student: 'It's Political Correctness Gone Mad'

A Christian teacher and pastor has blamed "political correctness gone mad" after he was suspended from his job because he "misgendered" a transgender student.
Devin Kelley
Texas Department of Safety/Reuters

Former Wife of Devin Kelley Says Texas Church Massacre Shooter Had 'Demons Inside of Him'

The ex-wife of Devin Kelley, the man responsible for the massacre at a Texas church last Sunday, said her former husband had a "lot of demons inside of him" and had previously threatened to kill her
Transgender
Facebook

Christian Parent Outraged After School Gives 11 Y/O Son Graphic Packet on Transgender Surgeries

A New York public school teacher has been suspended after one of her seventh-grade students brought home a packet of information about transgender surgeries that included graphic sexual definitions,
Robert Jeffress
YouTube

Robert Jeffress Says a Shooting at His Texas Church Would Quickly Be Stopped, as His Congregants Carry Guns

Dr. Robert Jeffress, pastor of the 13,000-member First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, recently said that an armed attack on his church would quickly be stopped after one or two shots, as many members
Kevin Spacey
Reuters

Franklin Graham Responds to Kevin Spacey Scandal: 'Hollywood's Swamp Needs to Be Flushed'

Evangelist Franklin Graham has weighed in on the sexual harassment scandal surrounding actor Kevin Spacey and accused the Clinton and Obama administrations of giving Hollywood a "free pass" and
Josue Zurita
DailyMail

'Devoted Christian' Father Dies of Flesh-Eating Bacteria After Repairing Homes Destroyed by Hurricane Harvey

A 31-year-old Texas man who died after a flesh-eating disease ravaged his arm while he was rebuilding houses damaged by Hurricane Harvey has been remembered as a "devoted Christian father" who
Satanic Symbols
(Sumter County Sheriff's Office)

Air Force Members Arrested for Spray Painting Satanic Symbols on Historic Church

Four young members of the Air Force have been arrested and charged with malicious injury to house of worship after they allegedly spray-painted satanic symbols on a 250-year-old South Carolina church.
LGBT
MailOnline

Christian Printer Accused of 'Discrimination' After Refusing to Work for Transgender 'Diversity Consultant'

A Christian printer has been accused of discrimination after refusing to produce business cards for a transgender "diversity consultant" because he didn't want to promote a cause that could be used
Wildfire
Getty Images

California Wildfires: Local Pastors Identify 3 Best Ways to Help

As wildfires continue to devastate large swaths of northern California, a group of 40 local pastors have identified the three ways Christians across the country can help those affected.
California Wildfire
California wildfires

California Wildfires 'Will Continue to Get Worse,' Here's How You Can Help

Devastating wildfires in northern California this week have destroyed more than 170,000 acres, killed at least 23 people, left hundreds missing, and leveled 3,500 homes and commercial structures.
Sean Astin
Getty Images

'Lord of The Rings' Star Sean Astin Recounts 'Aggressive and Insulting' Conversation He Once Had With Harvey Weinstein

"Lord of the Rings" star Sean Astin has opened up about an "aggressive, insulting and basically rude" phone call he once received from Harvey Weinstein and said that the women who've been spoken
Boy Scouts
Getty Images

Christian Leaders Respond After Boy Scouts of America Announce Girls Now Allowed to Join

After the Boy Scouts of America announced that girls will soon be allowed to become Cub Scouts, several faith leaders criticized the organization for its continued embrace of pro-LGBTQ policies.

Harvey Weinstein
Getty Images

Franklin Graham: Harvey Weinstein Sexual Harassment Scandal a Sad Reminder 'Our National is in Moral Decline'

Evangelist Franklin Graham has said the sexual harassment allegations brought against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein "sadden" him and are a sobering reminder that "our nation is in the moral
Mike Pence
Twitter

Franklin Graham Praises Mike Pence for Leaving Colts Game After Players Kneel During National Anthem

Franklin Graham has praised Vice President Mike Pence for leaving the 49ers-Colts game on Sunday after several players took a knee during the national anthem and said he hopes NFL owners will "follow
John Wilson
SWNS

Pastor Who Sexually Assaulted Six Women While 'Ridding Them of Evil Spirits' Gets 21 Years in Prison

A former pastor who told six female members of his congregation he would "rid them of evil spirits" before sexually abusing them in his church's prayer room has been sentenced to 21 years in
Carlos Santana
Paras Griffin/Getty Images

Las Vegas Shooting: Rocker Carlos Santana Issues Call to Unity, Says 'Heart is in Shock'

Legendary rocker Carlos Santana has issued a call to unity following the worst mass shooting in U.S. history that occurred on Sunday, when 64-year-old Nevada resident Stephen Paddock killed at least
Hugh Hefner
Getty Images

Franklin Graham, Russell Moore Warn Against Idolizing 'Playboy' Founder Hugh Hefner

Christian leaders Franklin Graham and Russell Moore have shared their thoughts on the life and death of "Playboy" founder Hugh Hefner and warned against celebrating his life as a "success."
Satanic Monument
CBS12

Florida Pastor Warns Satanic Monument to be Displayed This Christmas is 'Welcome Mat for Satan'

A Florida pastor has warned that a Satanic monument that will be on display during the Christmas season in Boca Raton is essentially a "welcome mat for Satan" and vowed to take it down with a
Gay Rights Activist Holding LGBT Flag
Reuters/Marko Djurica

'Christian' Group Raising Money to Pay for Transgender Surgeries to 'Atone for Church's Discrimination'

A professing "Christian" LGBT group has announced it is raising money to pay for gender-reassignment surgeries for transgender people to "atone for the church's discrimination."
#TakeaKnee
Twitter

97 Y/O WWII Vet Took a Knee to Demonstrate Importance of 'Loving Everybody' and 'Being Like Jesus'

A 97-year-old WWII vet who took a knee in tribute to NFL players' protests during the National Anthem has said he did so to demonstrate that it's important to "love everybody" "like Jesus."
Benjamin Watson
Getty Images

NFL Star Ben Watson: Trump's Comments on Kneeling Players 'Cut Deep', But God is 'Still on The Throne'

Christian NFL star Benjamin Watson opened up about the pain he felt after President Donald Trump's controversial comments about players who protested racial injustice in the U.S. by taking a knee and
National Anthem Protests
Getty Images

Christian 'Lord of The Rings' Star Sean Astin Issues Call for Unity Amid NFL Protests

"Lord of the Rings" actor Sean Astin has weighed in on President Donald Trump's controversial weekend comments about the NFL and issued a call for unity amid continued division.

Buffalo Bills
AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes

Christian Leaders Respond to President Donald Trump, Steph Curry, NFL Protest Controversy

Leaders in the Christian community have weighed in on the controversy between President Donald Trump and the NFL and NBA and urged Americans to unite in praying for peace and reconciliation.
Prison
Stock Photo

Convicted Murderer Sues Kansas Prison for 'Imposing Christian Beliefs' on Her

A convicted murderer in Kansas has filed a lawsuit this week accusing prison officials of "imposing Christian beliefs" on her and other inmates.
The Good Schools Guide
Getty Images

'Unbiased' Good Schools Guide to Rate UK Schools on How 'Transgender Friendly' They Are

The Good Schools Guide, which dubs itself "the number one trusted guide to schools in the UK," will now rate schools according to how "transgender friendly" they are, a spokesperson has announced.
President Trump
Getty Images

Evangelical Leaders React to President Donald Trump's U.N. Speech: 'It's an Answer to Prayer'

Franklin Graham has thanked God for "a president who stands for truth and is not afraid to speak truth to the whole world" after Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday
Wheaton College
Wheaton College

Wheaton College 'Deeply Troubled' as Five Football Players Face Felony Charges in Hazing Incident

Wheaton College administration has said it is "deeply troubled" as five football players from the Christian school face felony charges for allegedly assaulting another student last year.
Conjoined Twins
Daily Mail

Christian Couple Refuses to Abort Conjoined Twins, Thanks God for 'Two Precious Souls'

A Christian couple who refused to abort their unborn conjoined twins have thanked God for the birth of "two precious souls," Elijah and Isaac.
Fixer Upper
Twitter

'Fixer Upper' Stars Chip and Joanna Gaines Respond to Target Collaboration Criticism

September 18, 2017: Chip and Joanna Gaines - the Christian duo behind the HGTV show "Fixer Upper" - have responded after coming under fire from fans after announcing a collaboration with Target, a
Hurricane Irma
Nancy Alvarez—WFTV/Facebook

Stranger Gives Woman Last Generator for Sick Father Amid Hurricane Irma: 'God Will Bless That Man' (Video)

September 13, 2017: A Florida woman desperate to find a generator to keep her sick father's oxygen supply powered in the wake of Hurricane Irma got exactly what she needed - thanks to the kindness
Church of England
BBC

Christian Couple to Sue Church of England School After 6 Y/O Boy Allowed to Wear Dress to Class

September 11, 2017: A Christian couple is suing a Church of England elementary school and said there is an "agenda" overriding their religious beliefs after their six-year-old son's classmate was
Peter Bormuth
Facebook

Court Rules Michigan Board May Open Meetings With Prayer After Atheist Brings Lawsuit

September 7, 2017: The Board of Commissioners in Jackson County, Michigan may now open its meetings with prayer, thanks to a decision handed down by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit on

Paula White Praises Trump for 'Putting Christ Back in Christmas; Prayer Back in White House'

Paula White Cain, spiritual adviser to Donald Trump, has praised the president for putting "Christ back in Christmas" and "prayer back in the White House."

  • Lesbian to Launch Gay-Friendly Bible App Referring to God in 'Gender Neutral Terms' in Time for Christmas

    Our Bible app
    A lesbian has announced that her new Bible app that refers to God in "neutral terms" in an effort
  • Franklin Graham Slams Rosie O'Donnell for Paul Ryan 'Hell' Comments: 'Let Jesus Clean Up Your Mouth'

    Rosie O'Donnell
    Evangelist Franklin Graham has slammed Rosie O'Donnell for telling House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.)
  • Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Wedding Date Revealed; Couple Praised for 'Commitment to Faith' by Archbishop of Canterbury

    Prince Harry
    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry next year at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle
  • School Survey Asking 6 Y/O Children to Identify Their 'Actual Gender' Scrapped Amid Backlash from Parents

    UK Schools
    A question asking elementary school children if they feel "comfortable with their gender" and
  • #PrayforCalifornia Trends Across Twitter as Southern California's Thomas Fire Grows

    Fire
    Southern California's Thomas fire grew by more than 50,000 acres on Sunday, making it the
  • Roy Moore Denies Molestation Allegations Ahead of Election, Says Opponent Doug Jones 'Viciously Attacking' Him

    Roy Moore
    Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore has continued to deny allegations he dated underage women while
  • Christian Teacher and Pastor Suspended for 'Misgendering' Transgender Student Sues School for Religious Discrimination

    Joshua Sutcliffe
    A Christian teacher and pastor suspended for "misgendering" a transgender student is suing his
  • Transgender Teen Sues Christian Parents for Pushing Faith-Based Therapy Instead of Hormone Treatment

    Transgender
    A transgender teen is suing her Christian parents for allegedly forcing her to participate in
  • Utah Girls Safely Recovered After Being Kidnapped by Father Who Betrothed Them to 'Prophet' Cult Leader

    Cult
    Two Utah girls have been found safely three months after they were
  • Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Colorado Gay Wedding Cake Case: 'It Could Dramatically Impact Freedom for Us All'

    Jack Phillips
    Today, the case of Colorado Christian baker Jack Phillips will finally be heard by the U.S. Supreme
  • Pastor Charged With 8 Felonies After Impregnating 14 Y/O Girl Told Wife He Was 'Full of Lust'

    Romello Leach
    A 22-year-old Colorado Springs Pastor charged with eight felonies after impregnating a 14-year-old
  • Pastor Under Fire After Urging Christians to 'Pray' Prince George is Gay to Force Church to Become LGBT Inclusive

    Prince George
    An Anglican minister has come under fire after urging people to pray that Prince George is gay in
  • Franklin Graham Responds to Matt Lauer Scandal: 'Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out'

    Matt Lauer
    Evangelist Franklin Graham said the firing of longtime "Today Show" anchor Matt Lauer over sexual
  • Christian Couple Who Lost Pastor Son, 7 Other Family Members in Texas Church Massacre File Claim Against USAF

    Joe Holcombe
    A Christian couple who lost eight members of their family - including their pastor son - in a Texas
  • Baltimore Ravens' Benjamin Watson Shares Powerful Advice on How Church Can Combat Racism (Video)

    Benjamin Watson
    Baltimore Ravens tight end Benjamin Watson recently delivered a powerful message on how the Church
  • Pastor Charged With 8 Felonies After Impregnating 14 Y/O Girl Told Wife He Was 'Full of Lust'

    Romello Leach
    A 22-year-old Colorado Springs Pastor charged with eight felonies after impregnating a 14-year-old
  • Atheist Group Accuses Museum of the Bible of 'Indoctrination,' Vows to Give 'Same Treatment' as Ark Encounter

    Museum of the Bible
    The atheist group Freedom From Religion Foundation has accused the recently-opened Museum of the
  • Sharon Tate Sister 'Said a Prayer' for Charles Manson, Asked 'Forgiveness' for His Soul

    Charles Manson
    Debra Tate, the sister of Charles Manson murder victim Sharon Tate, has revealed she "said a
  • Third Ohio Pastor Charged With Sex Trafficking Impregnated Teenage Victim Who Later Aborted Baby

    Sex Trafficking
    Three Ohio pastors already facing individual charges of sex trafficking underage girls have now been
  • Church of Satan Accuses Christians of 'Loving Pedophilia' in Wake of Roy Moore Scandal

    Satan Statue in Oklahoma
    The Church of Satan has accused Christians of "loving pedophilia" as several pastors continue to
  • Carl Lentz Responds to Abortion Backlash, Says He was 'Trying to Speak a Language the World Can Understand'

    Carl Lentz
    Hillsong NYC Pastor Carl Lentz said he was simply trying to "point people to Jesus" while speaking
  • Tennessee Grandfather Hits Back After City Bans Him from Reading Bible in Public

    First Liberty
    A Tennessee grandfather is hitting back after coming under fire from local authorities because he
  • First Hijab-Wearing Barbie Based on Ibtihaj Muhammad to Be Released; Twitter Reacts

    Barbie
    Barbie has announced it will release its first-ever hijab-wearing character in 2018, a doll based on
  • Texas Pastor Who Lost 14 Y/O Daughter in Church Shooting: 'I Don't Understand, But I Know My God Does'

    Texas Massacre
    Frank Pomeroy, the Texas pastor whose 14-year-old daughter was among those killed when gunman Devin
  • Pregnant Mother Slain in Texas Church Massacre Had Picked Out Name for Unborn Baby, Grieving Husband Reveals

    Texas Massacre
    In a heartbreaking Facebook post, a Sunday school teacher who lost his pregnant wife, parents,
  • Vice President Mike Pence Visits Survivors of Texas Church Massacre, Says 'Faith is Stronger Than Evil'

    Texas Massacre
    Vice President Mike Pence visited Sutherland Springs, Texas, where a gunman opened fire Sunday at
  • School District Orders Coaches to Stop Bowing Heads in Prayer

    Football
    The Coweta County School District issued an edict banning all coaches and other employees from
  • Colorado Pastor Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting Underage Congregation Member

    Robert Duane Wyatt
    A Colorado preacher has been sentenced to thirteen years in prison after he was found guilty of
  • Pro-Life Organization Hits Back After Mila Kunis Reveals She Donates to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's Name

    Mila Kunis
    After Hollywood actress Mila Kunis revealed that she makes monthly donations to Planned Parenthood
  • Texas Shooter Devin Kelley Was an Atheist Whose Family Members Attended Church He Targeted

    Devin Kelley
    Devin Patrick Kelley, the 26-year-old suspect who opened fire inside a South Texas church, leaving
  • 'First Lady of ISIS' Recounts Leaving Terrorist Group, Joining Christian Church in Texas

    Tania Georgelas
    The former bride of ISIS's highest-ranking American member opened up about leaving her jihadist
  • Satanist-Turned-Evangelist Says Halloween 'Honors the Devil,' is Full of 'Dark Power'

    Halloween
    A former Satan worshipper has expressed dismay that Christians celebrate Halloween, as it "honors
  • Hillsong NYC Pastor Carl Lentz: It's 'Hypocritical' to Demonize Harvey Weinstein But Celebrate 'Pornographer' Hugh Hefner

    Harvey Weinstein
    Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz recently said the fact that culture vilifies disgraced Hollywood
  • Elementary School Allows Teachers, Students to Protest 'Acts of Patriotic Symbolism' During Pledge of Allegiance

    Bible with the American Flag
    A Baltimore elementary school will allow students and teachers to protest "acts of patriotic
  • What These Teen Football Players Did to Old Glory Will Make You Proud to Be an American

    USA
    A Southern California high school football team honored our military and sent a message to the
  • University Warns Students to Avoid Disney-themed Halloween Costumes

    Walt Disney
    Institutions of higher learning are gearing up to provide counseling to students who might be
  • Court Rules 90-Year-Old Veterans Memorial Cross 'Unconstitutional,' Orders Removal

    Peace Cross
    A U.S. appeals court has ordered the removal of a cross-shaped monument dedicated to the memory of
  • Christians React to Disney Channel's Decision to Feature First Gay Main Character and Coming Out Story

    Andi Mack
    The Disney Channel's decision to feature its first-ever gay character and "coming out story" has
  • Jerry Falwell Jr. Calls for Removal of 'Fake Republicans' Who 'Pretend' to Support President Trump

    Falwell
    Jerry Falwell, Jr., the president of Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, has called for the
  • Franklin Graham Warns Parents Public Schools are Part of 'Agenda to Pervert Minds of Children'

    Sex Education
    Franklin Graham has warned parents that public schools are "dangerous" and are "part of an agenda
  • Christian Magistrate Fired for Speaking Out Against Gay Adoption Loses Religious Discrimination Case

    Richard Page
    A Christian magistrate in the UK who was fired from his position due to his opposition to same-sex
  • Baptist Pastor Charged with Molesting at Least Five Girls After Luring Them into Office with Candy

    City of Rushville Police Department
    A Baptist pastor in Indiana has been arrested on child molestation charges after sexually assaulting
  • California Legally Recognizes 'Third Gender' for Those Who Don't Identify as Male or Female; Christian Group Responds

    Transgender
    California now legally recognizes a third gender -- "non-binary" -- for those who do not identify
  • Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Issues Yom Kippur Message Apologizing for 'Dividing People' With His Work

    Mark Zuckerberg
    Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg posted a Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) message to his followers,
  • Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? Answers in Genesis President Ken Ham Responds (Exclusive)

    Halloween
    Should Christian parents allow their children to celebrate Halloween? Answers in Genesis (AiG)
  • Former Traffic Cop Who Claims to be Reincarnated Jesus Christ Draws Thousands of Followers

    Vissarion
    A former traffic cop in southern Siberia who claims to be Jesus Christ reincarnated has attracted
  • Jeremy Lin Defends Golden State Warriors, Steph Curry in Wake of Donald Trump Controversy

    Jeremy Lin
    Christian NBA star Jeremy Lin has defended Steph Curry after President Donald Trump tweeted that he
  • Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Tells Steph Curry, LeBron James: 'There are Members of Congress Who Have Your Back'

    Stephen Curry
    A New York Democratic lawmaker has defended NFL players kneeling to protest during the national
  • American Acid Attack Victims in France Forgive Assailant, Pray God Will Heal Her of Mental Illness

    Acid Attack
    Two Boston College students who were attacked with acid at Marseille's train station in France have
  • 'Goonies' Actress Martha Plimpton Sparks Controversy on Twitter After Bragging About 'Best' Abortion

    Martha Plimpton
    September 6, 2017: Actress Martha Plimpton, best known for her role in the 1985 cult classic "The
  • 'Dreamers' Sue Trump Administration Over DACA Decision; Christian Leaders React

    DACA
    September 18, 2017: Six DACA recipients in California announced they are suing President Donald
  • Letter from Pope Francis Congratulating Gay Couple for Baptizing Children 'Not an Endorsement' of Same-Sex Unions

    Pope Francis
    August 10, 2017: The Vatican has clarified that Pope Francis was not endorsing gay marriage by
  • Christian Planned Parenthood Worker Begs God for Forgiveness: 'Am I Too Far Gone?'

    Abortion
    July 31, 2017: A Christian Planned Parenthood worker has opened up about the horrors of her job and
  • Number of Children Referred to 'Gender Identity Clinics' Has Risen by More Than 2,000 Percent

    Transgender
    The number of children - some of them as young as three - in the UK and Ireland sent to specialists
  • Pastor and Wife of Transgender Child Supported Transition Since Age 2: 'It's Who God Created Her to Be'

    Transgender
    July 27, 2017: A New Jersey pastor and his wife have said they decided to let their
  • Al Mohler on Eugene Peterson: 3 Things Every Christian Should Take Away from Same-Sex Marriage Ordeal

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    China's President Xi Jinping has signed into law a controversial national security legislation for Hong Kong on Monday, according to Xinhua News Agency. The law was passed without consultation and oversight by Hong Kong's Legislative Council, overriding the principle of 'one country, two systems' in the Basic Law.
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    The three referendum proposals made by Taiwan “Happiness for the Next Generation Alliance” (referred to as the “Happiness Alliance”) were passed by the Republic of China (Taiwan) Central Election Commission on April 17th. The three referendum proposals are “marriage definition referendum”, “age appropriate same sex education referendum” and “protecting the rights of same-sex couples outside of marriage referendum”.
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    After China introduced religious regulations, it continued to maintain stability and started a series of indigenising Christianity campaigns, such as theology exchange meetings and seminars. The sermons need to be guided by the thoughts of Xi Jinping and to combine information of prosperity, patriotism, etc. A scholar points out that all actions aim to advocate the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
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