Jesus actor in 'Ben-Hur' film, Rodrigo Santoro, blessed by Pope Francis
Pope Francis has blessed Rodrigo Santoro, the Brazilian actor cast for the role of Jesus Christ in new movie re-make "Ben-Hur."
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Muslim Fulani Herdsmen slaughter 7 Christians in Nigeria
The machete-wielding Muslim Fulani herdsmen attacked once again and killed seven Christians in northeast central Nigeria on Saturday night.
Pope Francis meets with French President Francois Hollande, express brotherly sentiments
The Roman Catholic Church leader and the agnostic leader of the secular French Republic both expressed brotherly sentiments as they met three weeks after the Normandy church attack.
Michael Phelps dubbed 'Purpose Driven Swimmer' by Pastor Rick Warren
Michael Phelps, the world's most decorated Olympian also gets named by Pastor Rick Warren as a "Purpose Driven Swimmer" after revealing how the Christian book saved his life.
Asylum seekers to be accommodated by Australian state leaders
The head of Western Australia state would accommodate asylum seekers following Australia's decision to close off government-funded detention centers where 1,350 refugees reportedly live in dire conditions.
Accusations that World Vision has been funding Hamas is just part of a 'political game', source claims
Charges that a Hamas supporter infiltrated the Christian organization World Vision to steer funds for its military wing in Gaza might only be Israel's political subterfuge, sources say.
African Anglican churches urged not to follow Western liberals in acceptance of gay marriage, stick to Bible teachings
A senior leader of the African Anglican community urged members to denounce their Western counterpart's acceptance of gay marriages and to stick to what the Bible teaches.
Pope Francis expressed solidarity with victims of Madeira wildfires in Portugal
Pope Francis sent his condolences and sympathies to the victims of the raging wildfires in Portugal that killed at least four and evacuated thousands.
French Cardinal urges Christians and Muslims to 'work together' after Normandy church attacks
French Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran stressed that peaceful relations between Christians and Muslims could defeat the threats of radical terrorism that caused the life of an 85-year-old French Catholic priest, among others.
Benham Brothers warn parents of 'radical sexual revolution' in schools that endanger their kids
Conservative Christians David and Jason Benham spoke of the dangers kids and the American society face as radicals launch a new sexual revolution starting in schools.
Triple Jump gold medal winner, Christian Taylor, gives glory to God after Rio 2016 Olympics win
Olympic gold medalist Christian Taylor made giving glory to God the reason for what he does and said that's what also keeps him grounded and motivated.
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United Methodist Church Selects US, Zimbabwe for Historic 2028 General Conference
The United Methodist Church (UMC) will convene its 2028 General Conference at two locations simultaneously for the first time in the denomination’s history, bringing together delegates in the United States and Africa for its highest legislative assembly. The UMC Commission on the General Conference announced Tuesday that Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harare, Zimbabwe, will jointly host the gathering.
Middle East Christians Face Uncertain Future as Global Persecution Threatens Over 400 Million
Christian persecution has worsened in more than half of 18 countries surveyed by a Catholic watchdog, raising concerns about the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. The Middle East has emerged as an area of particular concern, where prolonged instability threatens Christianity’s presence in its historic birthplace.
Multisite Churches Expanding Rapidly Across US, Attracting Nearly 10% of Protestant Churchgoers
Multisite churches are expanding rapidly across the United States, attracting nearly one in 10 Protestant churchgoers, but their growth is increasingly outpacing the development of qualified leaders, according to a new national study. The report identified more than 1,800 multisite churches operating over 6,000 campuses nationwide, highlighting the growing influence of congregations that maintain multiple worship locations under a unified organizational structure.
Allie Beth Stuckey Urges Christians to Limit Halloween Participation and Avoid Horror Films
New York Times bestselling author and BlazeTV host Allie Beth Stuckey has drawn mixed reactions from Christians after questioning whether believers should embrace Halloween festivities and consume horror-themed entertainment. During the Oct. 19 episode of her “Relatable” podcast, Stuckey addressed the different ways Christians approach Halloween, acknowledging that the subject involves personal convictions and differing interpretations of Christian freedom.
Federal Appeals Court Sides With Churches in Immigration Raids Dispute
A federal appeals court has handed a legal victory to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations challenging the Trump administration’s decision to permit immigration enforcement operations at places of worship. A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed a lower court’s decision rejecting the religious groups’ request for a preliminary injunction.