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Local church responds after gun give-away doubles attendance

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River Church of Kansas City, which meets in Lenexa, Kan., has seen a surge in attendance since raffling off a $1,200 AR-15 rifle for Father’s Day and a follow-up gun-giveway. Bot everyone ...

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Surviving member of The Nelons  shares message of hope at memorial

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A tragic loss of life became a celebration of life this week during a memorial service for four members of the singing group The Nelons, who recently died in a plane crash. ...

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Ugandans defy persecution, hold 70 nights of crusades

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Ugandans are coming under increasing attacks from Islamist terrorists targeting Christians. That isn’t stopping a nationwide response to the gospel that drew huge crowds. Similar crusades are also happening in Ethiopia. Evangelist ...

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Today’s news briefs include rich building bunkers, zoologist killed puppies

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Today’s News Briefs include bunkers for the rich, Iraqi marriage law, zoologist raped and killed puppies, gun lawsuits dismissed. Famous zoologist guilty of sexually abusing, killing puppies The BBC reports a renowned ...

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Young American Olympic gymnast lives out Isaiah 40:30

Gymnast Hezly Rivera, 15, is the youngest athlete to represent the United States at the Paris Olympics. She attributes her success to her unwavering faith and inspiration from the Bible. Amanda Harris, ...

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FCA camps connect coaches with families as well as Christ this summer

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For many student-athletes, summer means attending Fellowship of Christian Athletes camps. This significant experience will become a gamechanger, both athletically and spiritually, according to the Kansas City-based ministry In addition to the ...

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Gold medalist Scottie Scheffler: “I’m proud to be an American”

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American golfer Scottie Scheffler, who has won the Masters twice, is now an Olympic champion. Last weekend, he shot a nine-under-par 62 in the final round in France to edge the United ...

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Rwandan teen chooses life with help of pro-life ministry

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A 17-year-old Rwandan woman gave birth to a daughter just one day after a pro-life organization offered her the resources to cancel her abortion. Human Life International Rwanda, a nonprofit that teaches ...

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Who won? Kansas Primary Election Results

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Here are the election results for the 2024 Kansas Primary Elections as provided by the Kansas Secretary of State. U.S. House – District 1 – GOP Tracey Mann (R) 56,281 87.6% Eric Bloom (R) ...

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Who won? Results of Missouri’s Primary Election.

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Here are the official results of the 2024 Missouri Primary Election. Information provided by he Missouri Secretary of State.   Office/Candidate Name Party Votes % of Votes U.S. Senator 3566 of 3566 ...

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10 years after the Islamic Invasion targeted Yazidis in Iraq

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Ten years ago this week the Islamic State (IS) overran Christian and Yazidi towns in northwestern Iraq, the climax to its brutal wave of terror in the country. Thousands of Yazidis were ...

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Today’s News Briefs: Bangladesh targets Hindus; Cori Bush loses; Harley takes left turn

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Today’s News Briefs include Cori Bush losing primary, Hindus slaughtered in Bangladesh; Harley Davidson customers quit company; Israel vows to kill new Hamas leader. Missouri Squad member Bush loses Congressional primary Missouri’s ...

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Missouri church launches eyeglass ministry in Dominican Republic

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Gene Smith has a vision for the people of the Dominican Republic – literally as well as figuratively. “We started looking at different opportunities, and we looked at Vision 3:16,” administrative pastor ...

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Former NFL linebacker shares gospel during Hall of Fame speech

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Randy Gradishar, who played linebacker for the Denver Broncos, shared a gospel message during his NFL Hall of Fame induction speech last weekend. At one point in his speech, he praised his ...

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News Briefs: Surprise Gold Medal; Iran attack; Missouri Squad Member

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Today’s news briefs include a surprise gold medal for women’s cycling; Iran could attack Israel any moment and Missouri Squad member Bush may lose election today. Attack on Israel could come any ...

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Anti-Israel activists disrupt Christians United for Israel conference

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Anti-Israel activists protested outside the Christians United for Israel conference near Washington, D.C., in late July. “We cannot call ourselves followers of God’s holy and enduring mandate if we fail to stand ...

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Today’s News Briefs: Iran attack today?; Hurricane hits; Unemployment up

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Today’s news briefs include Iran attack on Israel today?; “Historic” Hurricane Debby; Unemployment stokes recession fears; Asian leader flees her country. Iran attack on Israel could come today An attack by Iran ...

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Baptist missions team sharing gospel during Paris Olympics

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Despite some being upset with the imagery in the Olympics’ opening ceremonies, other Christians are actually making a difference in the lives of the athletes, including the Baptist International Mission Board which ...

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Multiple St. Louis lawsuits accuse Catholic priests, nuns of abuse

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Sixty people have filed lawsuits in St. Louis and surrounding counties alleging they were abused as children by dozens of Catholic priests, nuns and others, the Catholic News Agency and Associated Press ...

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News Briefs: Military wants refund from “The Rock”; Hostages home; Black bears

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Today’s News Briefs include the Military seeking refund from “The Rock”; US hostages home; Black bear encounters; US Debt $142 trillion; Child tax credit fails. US Hostages swapped for Russian terrorists Americans ...

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Here’s the scoop: Former Blue Bell CEO puts God above ice cream

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Although Ben & Jerry’s ice cream often supports progressive causes and promotes divestment from Israel, Blue Bell is promoting the work of the church. In his new book, “One Scoop at a ...

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Affordable housing in God’s backyard: repurposing church property

As housing becomes a premium across the country, congregations are re-imagining their church space to find bible-based solutions. Faced with declining membership, aging buildings and large, underutilized properties, many U.S. houses of ...

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Israel takes out leaders of both Hamas and Hezbollah

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Within days of each other, Israel has undertaken two operations that have killed the leaders of both Hamas and Hezbollah. On Thursday, Israel revealed how it killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, mastermind ...

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Did the media report Kamala Harris as Indian-American?

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In a viral clip today, Vice President Kamala Harris appears four years ago with actress Mindy Kaling. It the cooking segment, Harris acknowledges that she is Indian. See the video below. But, ...

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News Briefs: British protests of murders; Hawaii fire lawsuit; 9/11 plea deal

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Today’s News Briefs include British protests over murdered girls; Settlement for Laihana fire victims; 9/11 families react to plea deal. Violent protests continue across England after girls murdered Tbousands of Britains continue ...

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