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U.S. Naturalization Tests Changed from “Freedom of Worship” to “Freedom of Religion”
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) staffers modified the wording about religious freedom in the country's naturalization study and test materials in response to a request from Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) to change the words "freedom of worship" to "freedom of religion" in relation to First Amendment rights.
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Zika Virus Is 'Scarier Than Initially Thought,' Billions Needed To Fight It Say U.S. Health Officials
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention official said Monday the Zika virus is tied to more birth defects than the genetic abnormalities-related microcephaly, and the mosquitoes that can carry it are present in 30 U.S. states. Doctors from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health appeared before White House reporters Monday to press their case for Congress to approve $1.9 billion in emergency funding to fight the virus.
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Shameless Maya Asks 'Do You Believe in God?' As She Documents Growing Pains
Docu-web actress and vlogger "Shameless Maya" launched a YouTube channel for which she pondered what would happen if she shamelessly promoted herself for 365 days. What she started as a social media experiment became her lifestyle and job, and now her most recent video from Sunday poses questions about beliefs in God.
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Pope Francis Asks for Release of Captive Salesian Priest Tom Uzhunnalil From Terrorists
During Sunday's (April 10) Regina coeli prayer, Pope Francis appealed for the immediate release of Fr. Tom Uzhunnalil, SDB, who was taken captive on March 4 during the murderous terror attack on a home for the elderly operated by the Missionaries of Charity in Yemen. Uzhunnalil, 56, was a Catholic priest from India rumored to be heading toward crucifixion by radical Islamists on Good Friday. No one publicly has unequivocally stated his whereabouts.
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Phil Robertson, 'Duck Dynasty' VIP, Prays For 'Jesus Man in White House' Before NASCAR Race
Duck Dynasty's patriarch Phil Robertson asked for 'a Jesus man in the White House' during the pre-race prayer for the Sprint Cup Series' Duck Commander 500 NASCAR Race at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday night. He gave the prayer because the family company, Duck Commander, is the title sponsor of the race.
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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