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Rodrigo Duterte Called The Catholic Church 'Most Hypocritical Institution' and Some Bishops 'Sons of Whore'

Incoming presumptive Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is losing reverence to his Catholic faith quibbling about its leaders' immorality, corruption and other wrongdoings even calling some of the bishops "sons of whore" and the institution itself as the "most hypocrite."
Fire Razes Christian School in Thailand: 18 Children Dead

Eighteen school girls, ages 5 to 12, were charred beyond recognition in a blaze that gutted down Pitakiatwittaya Christian School in the Chiang Rai Province north of Thailand last Sunday.
Two Tennessee Church Pastors Arrested for Human Trafficking and Patronizing Prostitution

Two church pastors were arrested along with 30 other men and women in Tennessee last Friday as authorities intensified their campaign against human trafficking and prostitution.
Vietnam Releases Catholic Priest From Prison Just In Time for US President Obama’s Visit

Vietnam released from prison a Catholic priest in time for the visit of U.S President Barack Obama in the communist state.
Kansas Christian School Under Fire For Discriminatory Policy Against LGBT

A Christian high school in Wichita, Kansas prohibits admission of a child with a gay relative, or even practices or promotes LGBT at home

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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025

As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art

Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison

Jung Myung-seok (정명석), leader of the Korean religious cult Jesus Morning Star (JMS), also known as Christian Gospel Mission (CGM), has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by South Korea’s Supreme Court.
Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds

A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
Former President Jimmy Carter Honored with State Funeral, Grandchildren Reflect on Sunday School Legacy

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, remembered not only for his leadership but also for his lifelong dedication to teaching Sunday school, was laid to rest on January 9 in a solemn state funeral filled with scripture and heartfelt tributes.