Stoyan Zaimov

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  Jan 7, 2013

  'Les Miserables' – the Perfect Christian Movie?

  The 2012 film version of the famous novel and stage production "Les Miserables" has been surpassing many expectations and building up an impressive box office haul, with leading analysts saying its strong Christian values are drawing believers to the theaters in droves.

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  Jan 7, 2013

  Victory Christian Center Challenges $75K Suit Filed by Rape Victim's Mother

  Victory Christian Center, a megachurch in Tulsa, Okla., is asking that the Tulsa County courthouse dismiss a civil lawsuit against them regarding the alleged cover up of the rape of a 13-year-old girl.

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  Jan 7, 2013

  Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani Released From Prison While Lawyer Remains Behind Bars

  Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani was re-released from prison on Monday, Jan. 7, after authorities surprisingly arrested him on Christmas Day and forced the evangelical Christian minister to spend the holidays behind bars.

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  Jan 7, 2013

  Supreme Court Looks Ahead to Gay Marriage Cases; Churches Brace for Outcome

  The Supreme Court reconvenes on Monday for the start of the New Year, and justices are preparing to tackle important same-sex marriage cases that will have far-reaching consequences for the nation.

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  Jan 4, 2013

  Americans of All Faiths Called to Pray for New Congress and President Obama

  The Faith & Politics Institute, which serves hundreds of members of Congress and congressional staff by offering experiential pilgrimages, reflection groups, retreats and public forums, is calling on Americans of all faiths to join together and pray for the new Congress and for the start of Barack Obama's second term as U.S. President.

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  Jan 4, 2013

  Church of England Moves to Approve Gay Bishops, Conservatives Protest

  The Church of England has decided to drop its ban on gay clergy in civil partnerships seeking to become bishops, as long as they make a promise to remain celibate. Conservative Anglicans, however, insist celibacy would be difficult to enforce, noting that the decision undermines church doctrine on marriage.

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  Jan 4, 2013

  Christian Institutions to Lose Adoptions Protection if Ill. Approves Gay Marriage, Law Group Warns

  The Thomas More Society, a national not-for-profit law firm that advocates for life, marriage, and religious liberty, has written a letter to the Illinois General Assembly warning lawmakers of the consequences associated with passing a bill to legalize same-sex marriage.

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  Jan 4, 2013

  'Jesus' Wife' Papyrus Testing Delays Harvard Theological Review Report on Discovery

  The Harvard Theological Review's latest journal has left out the long-awaited article describing the discovery of a Coptic papyrus fragment believed to reference the wife of Jesus, after it was announced that more tests need to be conducted to determine the legitimacy of the artifact.

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  Jan 4, 2013

  What Would Jesus Say to Kim Kardashian, LeBron James and Ellen DeGeneres?

  Pastor Ed Young of Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas, known for his creative sermons that focus on contemporary issues, is kick-starting a new series that takes a look at some of America's biggest celebrities and how people relate to them.

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  Jan 3, 2013

  Philippines Contraceptives Law Harmful to Families, Says Catholic Leaders

  Roman Catholic Church leaders in the Philippines filed a motion on Wednesday against the country's new contraceptives program, protesting what they see as a step in the wrong direction for the Pacific country.