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Prayer Warriors Unite: Canadian Ministry Becomes Lifeline for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims

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As devastating wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles, claiming 27 lives and displacing thousands, a Canadian prayer ministry is providing crucial spiritual support from half a continent away. The Crossroads Prayer Centre ...

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Blinken Reaffirms US Religious Freedom Commitment But Ignored Christians Say Critics

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Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to protecting religious freedom at home and abroad in a statement marking National Religious Freedom Day on January 16. But, as critics ...

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Religious Freedom Index Hits Historic High as Americans Unite on these

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The Religious Freedom Index from Becket has reached its highest score ever in 2024, marking a significant milestone in Americans’ support for religious liberty. “This year’s polling sheds new light on the ...

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Prayer Guides Christians in Targeted Support for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims

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Christians across the nation are joining in prayer for victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that have claimed at least 27 lives. “There’s been an enormous outpouring of social media memes ...

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Christian College Fair Returns to KC March 1

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Our 27th year!  Kansas City’s largest Christian College Fair is set to showcase up to 50 faith-based universities under one roof. This pivotal event, scheduled for March 1st, comes at a time ...

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American Democracy’s Legacy: The Peaceful Transition of Presidential Power

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One of the things that make America great is our presidential transition of power, from one president to another. Just imagine the act of moving families in and out of a single ...

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Red Dye No. 3 Banned for Cancer Link: Here’s What to Know

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For over 30 years, Red No. 3—a synthetic dye banned in cosmetics for its cancer risks—was still allowed in food and medication. Now, that long-standing contradiction is finally being resolved. The FDA ...

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Missouri’s Cleaver May Join Exodus of Democrats Skipping Inauguration

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri stands at a crossroads that symbolizes the shifting Democratic response to President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration. The Kansas City Democrat may miss the ceremony, citing a scheduling ...

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World Record Pilgrim Arthur Blessitt Dies After Walking 43,000 Miles Carrying Cross

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World record pilgrim Arthur Blessitt, who carried a wooden cross across 324 countries, island groups and territories, died on Tuesday at age 84. He had already written a farewell message, which was ...

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1,500 UK Churches Unite in Massive Christmas Evangelism Campaign

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In a powerful response to increasing secularization in Britain, more than 1,500 UK churches united to share the gospel message last month, with over 100,000 Christians participating in a nationwide campaign aimed ...

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Imprisoned Pro-Life Activists Honored with Operation Rescue’s Malachi Award

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Operation Rescue has awarded its prestigious Malachi Award to imprisoned pro-life activists who faced persecution for their peaceful defense of unborn children. “Many prolifers prosecuted” and imprisoned for peaceful action on behalf ...

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Major Companies End DEI Programs: Amazon and Meta Lead Corporate Shift

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Major U.S. corporations are ending their often DEI programs, with tech giants Amazon and Meta Platforms leading a dramatic shift that’s reshaping corporate America’s approach to so-called workplace diversity initiatives. Meta announced ...

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Melania Trump Ready for Different White House Transition

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Incoming First Lady Melania Trump revealed she’s already packed for a smoother White House transition, marking a significant difference from her first move to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in 2017. “The difference is ...

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‘Miracle Survival’: James Woods’ Pacific Palisades Home Stands After LA Wildfire”

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In what he calls a “miracle survival,” actor James Woods discovered his Pacific Palisades home still standing amid the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that have ravaged the area. “A miracle has happened,” ...

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‘Gone to Glory’: Promise Keepers Founder Bill McCartney Dies

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Promise Keepers founder Bill McCartney, who transformed college football and launched a groundbreaking Christian men’s movement, died on January 10 after battling dementia. He was 84. “Our beloved founder, Coach Mac, has ...

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Jimmy Carter’s Remarkable Legacy with Habitat for Humanity: A Tribute to Humanitarian Service

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Habitat for Humanity reflects on the extraordinary volunteer legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, whose commitment to affordable housing transformed lives across the United States and around the world. “We are deeply ...

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Christian theater productions are smash hit at Museum of the Bible

Logos Theatre, a Christian organization based in South Carolina, is taking its show on the road. The troupe’s plays have featured adaptations of C.S. Lewis’s “The Horse and His Boy” and “Prince Caspian,” as well ...

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Convoy of Hope brings Wildfire Relief to Los Angeles Victims

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Convoy of Hope, based in Springfield, was one of the first organizations on the ground in Los Angeles to help victims of the ongoing wildfires. The ministry has a distribution center based ...

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Trump Backs New Senate Push to End Dreaded Time Changes Forever

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A bipartisan group in the U.S. Senate, led by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), has reintroduced legislation to make daylight saving time permanent year-round. The proposal is opposed by a coalition of sleep ...

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Supreme Court Signals Skepticism Over TikTok Ban Challenge as January 19 Deadline Looms

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The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to issue decisions this Wednesday, Jan. 15, in pending cases, possibly including the highly anticipated TikTok appeal. The court placed a terse announcement on its website ...

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Christian schools celebrate court throwing out Biden rule

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The Christian Educators Association celebrated a landmark victory as a federal district court in Kentucky struck down the Biden administration’s controversial Title IX rule that would have required public schools to implement ...

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Why 88% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail and How Habit Formation Can Help

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Many people started the new year determined to break old habits or establish new ones. Although the year is still young, they are discovering just how hard it can be to change ...

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Putin’s War on Faith: 500 Ukrainian Churches Destroyed

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In a basement somewhere in occupied Ukraine, Christians gather in whispers. Their church is gone now – one of hundreds destroyed since Russia’s war began. According to UNESCO’s latest verification, 468 cultural ...

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Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Nears Completion in Breakthrough Negotiations

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A draft deal for the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza is nearing completion, with the details having been finalized and awaiting the terror group’s final approval. The announcement comes ...

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Angel Studios Offers Faith-Based Viewing Options During January Blizzard Downtime

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January is a good time to rest up from the busy holiday season and catch up on faith-based entertainment. Angel Studios continues to expand its offerings with several feature films and streaming ...

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