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Fox issued an apology Wednesday after a poll on National Geographic’s Facebook page asking Latin American followers whom they thought was responsible for Jesus’ death sparked outrage.

The poll was intended to promote a National Geographic Christmas special, but the Simon Wiesenthal Center – a global Jewish rights group – took exception to the provocative poll.

In Spanish, the Facebook post read: “Christmas’ Special is coming to Nat Geo… Who do you think is responsible for the death of Jesus?” The three choices for polltakers were: “Pontius Pilate,” “The Jewish People” and “the High Priests.” more >>

Christian pastor Greg Laurie has been chosen to lead the invocation prayer at the 20th Annual Faith & Values Awards Gala and Report to the Entertainment Industry.

Awards officials announced Laurie's inclusion for the gala event Tuesday. Laurie is being trusted with providing a heartfelt prayer for those in attendance, viewers watching at home and the Hollywood industry at large.

We are greatly honored to have Pastor Greg bless the Gala in February," said Dr. Ted Baehr, chairman of the Christian Film and Television Commission and editor-in-chief of Movieguide.com. more >>

LifeChurch.tv is hosting 100 Christmas services this week at its 14 campuses, and another 100 are being offered online.

Knowing that many people are open-minded about attending church during the week of Christmas more so than at any other time of the year, the innovative and fast-growing church is hoping to draw as many people as possible to the message of Christ.

“Of course we pour a lot of work and energy into every aspect of our Christmas services, but what makes them unique are the people at each experience,” the church’s innovation leader, Pastor Bobby Gruenewald, told The Christian Post. “We strongly believe that the church isn't a building, but the people within – from dedicated volunteers who serve multiple times to passionate attenders who spend weeks inviting guests to the thousands who come together to worship Christ.” more >>

Pat Robertson, host of "The 700 Club," has spoken out on behalf of Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow, slamming NBC's "Saturday Night Live" for mocking the Christian athlete's show of faith on the football field.

Tebow has become somewhat of a favorite with Christians for his open display of faith during games. Although the Broncos have impressed observers with "miraculous" wins, sports analysts agree – Tebow's game could use some improvement. What's more, the star quarterback has inspired people around the world to mimick, and capitalize on, his popular prayer pose, known as "Tebowing." However, not everyone is a fan of the Broncos quarterback, and many have expressed irritation with his open display of faith. 

Robertson commented on the Tebow phenomenon during a broadcast of "The 700 Club" on his Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), after the following inquiry from an anonymous viewer was read out loud: more >>

A Brazilian gospel singer has described the evangelical gospel music event, the “Promises Festival” (Festival Promessas in Portuguese), as a door opened by God to spread the Gospel through the biggest television network in Brazil.

“For a long time the Brazilian Church has been praying for a moment like this, that it is just the beginning and will not end in this event. It is a time when we could express the message of the Gospel purely through the largest television station in Brazil,” one of the singers, Fernanda Brum, told The Christian Post in an interview.

The event was held by secular TV network Globo and featured eight hours of gospel music shows in Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro, drawing around 20,000 people, according to police. more >>

Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton made her television debut as a reporter on Monday night’s NBC “Rock Center With Brian Williams.” Her appearance on the show, however, drew mixed reviews from viewers.

Former President Bill Clinton’s daughter helped anchor the “Making a Difference” series and used her celebrity status to spotlight Annette Dove’s heartwarming tale of mentoring sessions with at-risk children in a small town in Arkansas.

Viewers connected well with Dove who was enthusiastic and vibrant. Clinton, however, was criticized for being monotone and formal. She was “poised” but “a bit nervous,” wrote Politico. more >>