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Atlanta Archbishop Wilton Gregory Moved by Pope Francis to Apologize for $2.2 million Mansion
Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta issued an apology after feeling convicted about building a mansion on land that had been donated to the archdiocese. When confronted by parishioners and other church leaders who cited Pope Francis' call to modest living, the archbishop came to realize that his $2.2 million home was extravagant.
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Duck Dynasty’s Willie and Korie Robertson Proclaim 'God’s Not Dead,' Clear the Air about Father Phil’s Comments in GQ Magazine
In a recent interview with Kyra Phillips from CNN, Willie and Korie Robertson were given an opportunity to share more about their faith and to shed light on Phil Robertson's comments to GQ Magazine in December of last year. Phil, whose humor is sometimes a bit crass, was briefly suspended from the show and then reinstated by A&E after the Robertson family made it clear that their patriarch is a kind and loving Christian who meant no harm to anyone by his comments.
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Christian Evangelist Ray Comfort Banned from Facebook for Anti-Hate Speech Remarks Concerning Westboro Baptist Church
In light of Westboro Baptist Church's recent display of anti-gay and anti-patriotism flags in a protest in a neighboring city in California, Christian evangelist Ray Comfort posted pictures of the church's flags, which read "God Hates F-gs" and "God Hates America," exhorting Christians to distance themselves from the organization. He called the infamous church "anti-American" and "soldier-hating," and Facebook proceeded to ban him for having posted things which "don't comply with the Facebook Co
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Pope Francis Screens Noah Movie, Cancels Private Meeting with Russell Crowe, Director Aronofsky
Pope Francis canceled a meeting with "Noah" director Darren Aronofsky, Paramount vice chair Rob Moore, and Russell Crowe for Wednesday morning, for fear that their arrival in Rome would cause a spectacle. Fox News reports that the Pope had previewed the Biblically-based movie, and that he had intended to give a private blessing to the project.
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'Noah' Movie Gets Bad Reviews All Around: Bill Maher Blasphemes God, Rick Warren Warns Christians that Movie is Blatantly Unbiblical
In reference to the upcoming release of Hollywood's "Noah," host of HBO's "Real Time" Bill Maher recently called God "a psychotic mass murderer who gets away with it." Maher, an atheist, mocks Christians and Jews for believing that the Biblical account of Noah in Genesis is true, and shows much contempt for God's holiness.
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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