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Stelio Savante calls for prayer as Los Angeles Wildfires rage: 'It’s been devastating'
As fierce wildfires rage across Southern California, actor Stelio Savante, known for his roles in Pursuit of Freedom, Infidel, Nefarious, and the upcoming film Between Borders (releasing January 26), has issued an urgent call to prayer. Speaking from his Los Angeles home on Thursday, Savante described the dire conditions as the flames crept closer to his neighborhood, with the nearest blaze—the Palisades fire—just six miles away.

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Who is Chiung Yao and why is the Chinese entertainment world mourning her?
Chiung Yao (琼瑶) recently passed away by suicide, leaving behind a letter explaining her decision to die with dignity. Her death has left Chinese society in shock at the premature loss of this literary, entertainment, and cultural icon. While Chiung Yao's influence on contemporary Chinese culture is undeniable, her name may be unfamiliar to Western audiences. As her funeral concludes, here is a recap of her legacy.

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Not just a hot meal, ROLF Thanksgiving Fair testifies of powerful community impact by serving the body, soul, and spirit
One of the most vibrant ministries of the River of Life Foundation (ROLF) is its food pantry program and facilities. Their program serves over 15,000 families, an estimated 45,000 people, per month. A key component of this outreach is the annual Thanksgiving Fair and Luncheon, an event designed to give back to the community. This year, the event will be held on November 16th.

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Hurricane Milton Strikes Florida, Churches Respond in Times of Crises
As of October 10, 2024, Hurricane Milton is currently weakening after making landfall in Florida. Initially a powerful Category 4 storm with winds peaking at 180 mph, Milton has now diminished to a Category 1 hurricane with sustained winds of 80 mph as it moves east-northeastward across the western Atlantic. The hurricane has caused significant storm surge and flooding along Florida's east coast and is expected to affect parts of Georgia as well. Churches in Florida have responded to the critica

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EXCLUSIVE: Fuller Professor Dr. Salvatierra Shares Insights from Latino Immigrant Churches, Offering Insights for Asian Immigrant Churches
Dr. Alexia Salvatierra reflected on her research on Latino immigrant churches, explored the intergenerational tensions within immigrant churches, and shared how dialogue and reconciliation can bridge these generational divides. Her insights are not only guiding for Latino immigrant churches but also offer profound lessons for Asian American churches.

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[10th CCOWE] Edmund Chan: The Greatest Crisis Facing the Church Is Putting 'Mission Ahead of the Mandate'
Rev. Edmund Chan urged the global Church to prioritize inner spiritual formation ("Mandate") over external ministry ("Mission") to faithfully fulfill the Great Commission.
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[10th CCOWE] Rev. Wayne Chen: When Everything Is 'Mission,' the Church Loses Its Way
Rev. Wayne Chen calls on the Chinese church to move beyond the false dichotomy between "evangelism" and "social concern," urging a return to the cross-centered Gospel as the core—trusting that the Gospel is inherently holistic and that it alone drives the church into the world without losing its focal direction.
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[10th CCOWE] Clement Chia and Chuang Yu-ming Dialogue: 'What Kind of Christian Does the World Need?'
Revs. Chia and Chuang called the Church to return to the full, embodied Gospel of Christ the King—beyond moralism—so that believers' transformed lives visibly demonstrate God's Kingdom.
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MyFaithTV Founders Step Down, File for Divorce After 34 Years of Marriage
André and Jenny Roebert, founders of the global Christian network MyFaithTV, are divorcing after 34 years, with Jenny citing biblical principles and severe family harm, as legal proceedings over assets and ministry leadership begin.
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[10th CCOWE] Hong Kong International Churches See 37% Surge as Youth Seek Cultural Shift
The surge in English-speaking international churches in Hong Kong—driven by returnees and youth seeking cultural relevance—contrasts with declining Cantonese congregations, not because the gospel changes, but because church culture must evolve to foster belonging, relational warmth, and intergenerational empowerment.