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David Berkowitz: “Son of Sam” becomes a son of God

Meet the transformed David Berkowitz in Dr. Michael Caparrelli’s new book, Monster Mirror. Is there any act too evil for God to forgive? Although we cannot grasp God’s mercy, we encounter a ...

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Local author Sara Brunsvold wins prestigious award

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A novel about a young disenchanted reporter who is given a throwaway assignment to interview a 79-year-old hospice patient but finds adventure instead has landed a local author a prestigious award. Sara ...

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The Martin Scorsese movie Disney and China don’t want you to see

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Few directors in Hollywood have more power than Martin Scorsese, the Oscar-winning director of box office hits “Goodfellas,” “Casino,” “The Departed,” and “The Wolf of Wall Street.” But even the legendary filmmaker ...

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New House speaker gets high marks for commitment to prolife movement

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Conservative and prolife leaders are praising the election of Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., as speaker of the House. “It is the honor of a lifetime to have been elected the 56th speaker ...

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Lonely Planet: Kansas City one of the best places to visit

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Local residents won’t have to travel far to enjoy a world-class experience next year. Lonely Planet, an international travel guide, rated it the 1oth-best city in the world to visit in 2024. ...

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Ukrainian Jews who follow Jesus serving in Israel

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Many Russian-speaking Jews who fled the fighting in Ukraine now find themselves in another warzone. What makes the situation even more unique is they follow Yeshua – Jesus– as their messiah and ...

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Question: What are the facts in the Israel–Hamas war?

Do you have questions about the Israel-Hamas war or have others asked you a question? After the horrific attacks on Israel Oct. 7 that left more than 1,400 people (mostly civilians) dead, ...

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Missouri AG joins lawsuit over Facebook, Instagram

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, along with attorneys general of 32 other states, on Tuesday sued Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. The federal lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District ...

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Former Hezbollah terrorist now stands with Israel after finding Jesus

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A strange thing happened to Hezbollah fighter Afshin Javid when he was on his way to the United States to attempt to convert Christians to Islam. Jesus appeared to him. “I had ...

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Kevin Sorbo brings comedy to big screen in “Miracle in East Texas”

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Family-friendly entertainment is returning to theaters in late October. “Miracle in East Texas,” a comedy directed by Kevin Sorbo, is based on a true story from the early 1930s. Sorbo (“Hercules,” “God’s ...

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Snow this weekend? Ask El Nino

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Missourians and Kansans who are enjoying pleasant fall weather also are keeping an eye on what the coming winter may have in store. Local weather forecasters are saying the region could see ...

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NASCAR driver, relief group rev up support for Israeli war victims

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Support for Israel in its war with Hamas sometimes comes from unexpected places. NASCAR driver J.J. Yeley and the International Fellowship of Christians & Jews have teamed up for the “Race to ...

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Why is it so hard for elite universities to condemn Hamas terrorism?

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America’s leading universities have an antisemitism problem—and it starts at the top. This past week, university presidents and deans across the country wrote to their students and faculties to express concern in ...

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Mike Pompeo joins Liberty University

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Liberty University has hired Mike Pompeo, former Kansas congressman and U.S. secretary of state, as distinguished chair of the Helms School of Government. “Mike Pompeo has served our country with honor and ...

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Daily Update on Israel – Hamas war

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Here are today’s headlines concerning the war between Israel and the terror group Hamas. IDF kills 10 Gaza terrorists trying to swim to Israel At least ten Hamas terrorists were killed in waters ...

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SCOTUS declines to reinstate Missouri’s Second Amendment Preservation Act

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The U.S. Supreme Court late last week decided not to reinstate Missouri’s Second Amendment Preservation Act, at least for now. The law would have barred authorities from enforcing federal gun laws. U.S. ...

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City Union Mission needs “helping hands” for annual Christmas Store

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City Union Mission is gearing up for its annual Christmas Store, a cherished tradition set to open its doors in November. As an integral part of the organization’s “Mission: Christmas” initiative, the ...

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Israel–Hamas News Update: Dave Chappelle under fire; poison gas and more

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Metro Voice is providing a regular update on the situation in Israel as it prepares for a ground invasion to destroy Hamas. Our goal is to bring you the most important news ...

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Aaron Sorkin’s Rendition of “To Kill a Mockingbird” at the Music Hall in Kansas City

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In a world filled with books, there are precious few that can bridge generational gaps and foster dinner table conversations between a teen and a 75-year-old. “To Kill a Mockingbird” is one ...

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U.S. issues advisory to all citizens traveling overseas

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Area residents planning overseas travel this fall are advised to stay alert. The U.S. State Department has issued a worldwide travel advisory, urging Americans abroad to exercise increased caution because of heightened tensions ...

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Church groups across nation return home safe from tours in Israel

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A number of church groups across the nation that were visiting Israel when the war with Hamas broke out have returned safely. The tiny country was on track to near its record ...

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Entire season four of “The Chosen” will be released in theaters in February

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Fans of “The Chosen” will be happy to learn that season four will be released exclusively in theaters in February. Last season, both the premiere and final episodes were screened in theaters. ...

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Northwest Missouri pastor sows seeds of faith at Gospel Farms

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Casey Joyce, associate pastor of First Baptist Church in Bethany, Mo., is reaping a physical as well as spiritual harvest. “We knock on doors and have evangelism programs at church, but I ...

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Here’s Jon Voight’s viral video supporting Israel

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Award-winning actor Jon Voight quoted from the Old Testament in a video supporting Israel following the attacks by Hamas. “Let me read something for you,” he said. “Israel, I love you. Israel ...

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More than 70 homeless baptized after watching “The Blind” movie

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The new movie “The Blind,” which tells the story of the “Duck Dynasty” family, is changing lives as well as attracting viewers to the theater. A number of people have been baptized ...

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