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Election results point to busy year for debate over religious freedom in public schools

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One of the underreported stories about the recent election outcome is the potential impact on freedom of religion in public schools. The flurry of legislation for and against religion in education is ...

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Israel’s first quantum supercomputer is in Jerusalem

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Israel has joined a select group of nations that have developed their own quantum supercomputer. Israeli officials say the computer is now operational and represents a milestone in defense and civilian research. ...

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Christian organizations rank high among Forbes’ Top 100 Charities

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As 2024 quickly winds down, many people are making charitable contributions both to help worthy organizations and ease their tax burden. The good news is that many Christian ministries are on the ...

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Notable Christian Leaders Who Departed in 2024

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The year 2024 marked the passing of numerous influential Christian leaders who shaped modern religious thought and practice across denominational lines. From ministry, church, entertainment to business, their collective impact on global ...

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“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” reaches milestone of one billion streams

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Fans of Brenda Lee have been “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” more than a billion times setting a streaming record and surpassing Mariah Carey. “It is a good song,” the 80-year-old singer ...

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Historic Church Gift Opens New Chapter for Kansas Wesleyan University

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It’s the season of giving and Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) is about “open” a historic one. The university announced it will receive an extraordinary gift from Salina’s Church of the Cross – their ...

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Faith-based film industry matures with “Homestead”

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association pioneered Christian movies in the 1960s. These early films, often screened on 16mm projectors in church basements and fellowship halls, presented a straightforward gospel message culminating with ...

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What’s the most popular Christmas movies in Missouri?

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Although “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story” is now showing on The Hallmark Channel, the original “Home Alone” remains the most popular Christmas movie among Missourians. Researchers identified the five most popular ...

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Did David Jeremiah reach 1 billion people on Saturday?

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David Jeremiah‘s Turning Point Studios is still counting the numbers. On Saturday they sponsored Reach the World Day, featuring the docudrama “Why the Nativity?” with the hope of reaching one billion people ...

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Billy Graham Library’s 2024 Christmas Celebration Features New Family Exhibit ‘Christmas at Little Piney Cove’

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More than 530,000 visitors since 2008 have enjoyed the annual Christmas celebration at the Billy Graham Library in North Carolina. This year’s event is being held each day of the week but ...

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Rural Mail Service Cuts Draw Fire from Missouri Congressman, Farm Groups

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A controversial plan by the U.S. Postal Service to reduce mail pickup times in rural areas is facing strong opposition from congressional leaders and agricultural organizations, who say it would create a ...

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Kansas Abortion Numbers Hit Historic High in 2023, State Data Shows

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The number of abortions performed in Kansas reached its highest level since record-keeping began in 1976.  State health officials report 19,467 procedures in 2023, marking a more than 50% increase from the ...

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Faith Under Fire: Belarus’ Assault on Religious Freedom

In Belarus, where the freedom to follow one’s religion has been reduced to a privilege given at the discretion of an authoritarian government, a terrible change is taking place. The ground-breaking “Faith ...

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Ministry leaders gather to mobilize to fulfill Great Commission by 2033

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More than 25 ministry leaders recently gathered in New York City to advance their mission of fulfilling the Great Commission by 2033. Billy Wilson, the Empowered21 global chair, and Rick Warren, executive ...

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A Tax Credit Program That Transforms Lives: Missouri’s Innovative Approach to Supporting Children in Crisis

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In an era where social services face mounting pressures, Missouri is pioneering a remarkable tax incentive program that’s reshaping the landscape of child welfare and maternal care. At the heart of this ...

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Area Living Nativities Offer Meaningful Activity for Families

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Living nativities are a tradition across the Kansas City area. Here are several you can still catch before Christmas. Hickory Grove Baptist Church Date: December 15 and 22, 2024 Time: 5-7 PM ...

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Missouri man emerges from Syrian prison, says he was on a Christian journey

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An amazing tale of survival has emerged from the chaos of the fall of Syria’s Assad regime this week. Travis Pete Timmerman, a 29-year-old native of Urbana, Missouri, was found wandering near ...

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Healthy holidays! Self-care can make season more enjoyable

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After all of the anticipation leading up to Christmas and New Year’s, there’s nothing worse than getting sick and missing out on the fun. Dr. Graham A. Colditz, associate director of prevention ...

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Students of all ages can apply now for Truman Heartland Community Foundation scholarships

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Help may be available for parents needing assistance with paying Christian school tuition for their children. Truman Heartland Community Foundation invites students of all ages to apply for more than $800,000 available ...

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Holiday Help Hotline: Top Emergency Questions Reveal Common Christmas and Thanksgiving Crises

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Holiday celebrations rarely go as planned and often are marked by both small and large complications. The internet resource JustAnswer, a platform that connects users with verified experts, compiled a list of ...

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Missouri lawmaker wants to nix state income tax

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Missouri might join the no-income-tax club if one lawmaker gets his way. In a move that’s turning heads in Jefferson City, Rep. Bishop Davidson, a Republican from Republic, is rolling out an ...

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Kansas City Mayor’s Nonprofit Spending Sparks Ethics Probe

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Questions are mounting over Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas’s use of nonprofit funds for travel and entertainment, including a pricey Super Bowl junket that’s drawn the attention of ethics watchdogs. An investigation ...

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St. Louis named among nation’s worst ‘judicial hellholes’ for 7th straight year

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Missouri’s largest metro continues grappling with its reputation as a challenging business jurisdiction. St. Louis lands at No. 7 on the American Tort Reform Foundation’s annual “Judicial Hellholes” rankings released Tuesday. The ...

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The Bucket Ministry gives physical and living water to Kenyan slum

More than 400.000 residents of Kibera, Kenya, now have access to clean drinking water. The Bucket Ministry, a nonprofit committed to sharing God’s love through the gift of clean water, has completed ...

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Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder arrested in Pennsylvania

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In a dramatic development on Monday afternoon, police apprehended the suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The arrest ends a five-day manhunt that spanned multiple states. Luigi Mangione, 26, was taken ...

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