- 12/28/2011
City Officials Attempt to Shut Down Church-Run Nightclub Due to Violence
City officials in Tennessee are looking to shut down a church-run nightclub in Chattanooga, alleging that the ministry is to blame for ongoing violence among youth in the area.
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12/28/2011Two-Day Memorial for Kim Jong-il Begins Wednesday
A two-day memorial for former North Korean leader Kim Jong-il began on Wednesday with the new leader, his son Kim Jong-un walking alongside the hearse carrying the late dictator.
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12/27/2011Former American Idol Finalist Danny Gokey Engaged
Former American Idol contestant Danny Gokey recently announced his engagement to girlfriend Leyicet Peralta on his charity’s website, Sophia’s Heart, a foundation he set up after the sudden passing of his wife three years ago.
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12/26/2011Bill Hybels: Jesus Deserves One More Gasp This Christmas
Skipping out on the “light and superficial” messages that sometimes characterize the sermons preached on Christmas, megapastor Bill Hybels decided to dig deeper this year and go with something more substantial, focusing on the miracle of the incarnation of Jesus Christ and his suffering on earth to save mankind.
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Christopher Hitchens' Body Donated to Medical Research
In accordance with his wishes, Christopher Hitchens’ body was donated to medical research following his death less than two weeks ago; many of his followers have applauded his decision.
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12/23/2011Over 1,000 Still Missing, Dead in Philippines After Tropical Storm Washi
More than 1,000 people remain missing in the southern Philippines after last week’s deadly tropical storm hit the area, unleashing devastating flash floods and landslides across the country.
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Evangelical on the Difficulty of Being a Christian at Christmas
Is it difficult to be a Christian during the Christmas season? Influential evangelical Richard Land believes so.
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12/23/2011African Warlord Who Killed 20,000 People Repents; Now Christian Evangelist
It’s a story of transformation that has surprised thousands and shocked all who have heard: a brutal African warlord with a violent past finds Christ and dramatically turns his life around.
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ASU Student Survives on 2 Candy Bars, Melted Snow for 10 Days
A senior at Arizona State University who had been missing for 10 days survived on candy and melted snow until she was found on Wednesday, authorities reported.
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12/21/2011Americans Still Prefer 'Merry Christmas,' Not 'Happy Holidays'
Despite what appears to be a rising hostility in the U.S. toward all things “Christmas,” one organization found that Americans still prefer the traditional “Merry Christmas” greeting as opposed to the phrase “Happy Holidays.”
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12/20/2011North Koreans Feigning Mourning Out of Fear, Refugees Say
North Korean refugees are speaking up about the sudden death of Kim Jong-il. They say North Koreans are showing sadness over the death mainly because of fear of being killed or being suspected of disloyalty.
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A Look at America's Spiritual Life Through 100 Sermons in 1 Day
What would Christianity look like in America if captured in 100 sermons by 100 different pastors across denominations? That is the question author Scott H. Lewis is attempting to examine through his upcoming book
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12/19/2011Interactive Bible App Teaches Kids Fun Lessons, Leaves Theology to Parents
A new app is bringing to life biblical stories for kids, giving children fun and interactive ways to learn about the Scriptures.
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12/16/2011Christians Grieve Death of Christopher Hitchens; Share Hopes for Deathbed Conversion
Christians everywhere have been responding in grief and sadness over the death of famed atheist Christopher Hitchens, who passed away late Thursday evening after a yearlong battle with esophageal cancer.
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12/16/2011World's Oldest Ten Commandments Scroll Comes to NYC for the Holidays
The oldest, best-preserved manuscript of the Ten Commandments will go on display in New York City beginning Friday, reminding people amid the hustle and bustle, of the real reason for the season.
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