Stoyan Zaimov
Christian Post Reporter
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3 Million People Came 'Back to Church' on Sunday; Sets New Record
An estimated 3 million people attended a National Back to Church Sunday event this past weekend, which oganizers believe is the highest number the movement has ever recorded.

Two Christians Among 11 Prisoners Freed by Iran; Calls Continue for Pastor Abedini's Release
Two Christians are among the 11 prisoners of conscience released earlier this week by Iran, which has also been called to release other detainees, including American Pastor Saeed Abedini.

American Captain, International Crew Held at Gunpoint After Russian Coastguards Storm Greenpeace Ship
The American captain of the Greenpeace ship Arctic Sunrise and a 29-member international crew are being held at gunpoint by Russian authorities who stormed the ship on Thursday following protest against oil drilling.

Billy Graham Outreach Reveals 3 Million People Have Turned to Christ Through Internet Ministry
As many as three million people have decided to follow Jesus Christ thanks to the Internet ministry website SearchForJesus.net, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) reported in a press release on Thursday.

Chicago Reports Highest Number of Murders in US During 2012
Chicago reported more murders than any other U.S. city in 2012, with 500 homicides, statistics revealed, significantly more than the 419 recorded in New York City.

Crystal Cathedral Set for Major Renovations to Reflect God, Catholic Worship
The Crystal Cathedral building in Orange County, Calif., is set for notable renovations to "reflect God" and make it suitable for Roman Catholic service and worship, Bishop Kevin W. Vann announced, and revealed that two firms have been selected to collaborate on the project.

'Messiah' Baby Name Reinstated After Tenn. Judge Reverses Decision
A Tennessee couple will be allowed to name their 8-month old baby "Messiah," after a judge reversed an earlier court order that blocked the name, arguing that it was a title reserved solely for Jesus Christ.

Syrian Aid $2.7 Billion Short; Donor Countries Accused of Failing Ordinary Syrians
The world's top donors are as much as $2.7 billion short in aid money for Syrians affected by the ongoing civil war crisis, a report by international aid agency Oxfam has revealed.

Aaron Alexis' Mother Heartbroken for Victims; 'Glad' Son Can't Hurt Anyone Else
The mother of Washington Navy Yard gunman Aaron Alexis has said that she is heartbroken for the families of the victims of Monday's mass shooting, adding that she is "glad" that her son is no longer around to hurt anyone else.

Climate Week NYC 2013 to Push for 'Clean Revolution;' Christian Engagement Urged
Climate Week NYC 2013, taking placing from September 23-30, is pushing for a 'clean revolution' and gathering together world leaders to discuss how innovations in clean technology can create jobs and boost the economy, and will also look at why Christians should be engaged in pressing matters affecting the planet.



















