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Food Network 'Chopped Junior': Pastor’s Daughter Wins, Shares $10K Cooking Prize With Non-Profit
Lucy Chelton, a nine-year-old United Methodist Church cook from Sellersville, Pa., won Food Network's "Chopped Junior" children's television cooking show with an appetizer called rattlesnake nuggets with sweet-lime Hollandaise sauce, along with preparing a few other dishes. Chelton's parents are on the ministry staff of Christ UMC in Lansdale, Pa. She shared part of her $10,000 prize with FISH (Fellowship in Serving Humanity), a Pennridge area program that provides food, clothing, school supplie
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'Greater' Inspirational Movie Opens Aug. 25: 'Greatest Walk-On Story in College Football'
A new movie scheduled to open in U.S. theaters Aug. 25 entitled "Greater" promises to be one that relays a true story of hope, inspiration and determination. Modeled after what happened in real life to Brandon Burlsworth, who was a college football walk-on for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks, the movie reflects what happens when someone leans on faith to carry them through the challenges life throws their way.
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ISIS 'Kill List' Targets 15,000 Unsuspecting American Christians
ISIS representatives specifically identified 15,000 Christian Americans for death and instructed jihadists already in America to begin widespread murder, according to public reports. However, Circa News reports Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) officials didn't notify those U.S residents targeted on the "secret kill lists." The list ostensibly was created from an Internet search of church directories and other online sources.
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US Gymnast Simone Biles Injects Faith, Prayer and Gold Into 2016 Rio Olympics
Gold medal Olympian and U.S. gymnast Simone Biles has something gigantic to pray about this Sunday after her first place, individual all-around finish Thursday evening at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janerio. This world gymnastics champion and first-time Olympian is a Catholic. She has said she routinely lights a candle to St. Sebastian, the patron saint of athletes and of Rio, before each meet.
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US Olympic Swimmer and Gold Medalist Simone Manuel Gives ‘All Glory to God’
Within the first minute of winning the 100 meter freestyle and setting a new Olympic record Thursday evening in Rio de Janeiro, U.S. winner Simone Manuel was asked by a TV broadcaster what was going through her mind. An emotional Manuel replied: "All I can say is all glory to God."
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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?
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[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
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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.
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Discipleship and Evangelism: Walking the Path of the Great Commission
Like an ever-flowing spring, the gospel refreshes dry, parched lands and needs our unwavering passion and steadfast faith to transform lives and bring renewal. The "flame in our hearts" calls Christians to keep their faith and love for the Lord ablaze, representing the work and power of the Holy Spirit, driving us to proclaim God's glory boldly.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo