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Vatican Newspaper Praises Oscar Winner ‘Spotlight,’ Says Film Is Not Anti-Catholic
The L'Osservatore Romano, the official newspaper of the Vatican, recently published an editorial piece commending the film "Spotlight," which won the best picture award at the 2016 Oscars. According to the newspaper, the film is not anti-Catholic and depicts the pain caused by the controversial issue on those who are faithful.
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Dutch Politicians Agree On Separate Facilities For Gay and Christian Asylum Seekers
Earlier this week, politicians in the Netherlands have agreed to allow gay and Christian asylum seekers to stay in separate holding facilities. The move was made due to the growing number of cases involving violence and death threats among the refugees in the camps.
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Before His Death, Bin Laden Predicted That the Islamic State Would Fall
As mentioned in the declassified documents written by Osama bin Laden, the founder of the Al Qaida predicted that the formation of the Islamic State will fail. This is only one of the revelations that the killed militant leader made that was uncovered by the U.S. Navy Seals during the raid on his compound in 2011.
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‘High School Musical 4’ Production Kicks Off with Nationwide Casting Search
Disney has confirmed that it is working on the fourth installment of the "High School Musical" film franchise. According to a statement from the company, the upcoming film will star an entirely new cast.
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Christian Filmmakers Question YouTube’s Decision To Remove Video About Religious Persecution
Film director and producer Josh Troester is asking why YouTube removed his short movie about the persecution of Christians. According to the filmmaker, YouTube took down his work because it is inappropriate and violates the site's policies.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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Discipleship and Evangelism: Walking the Path of the Great Commission
Like an ever-flowing spring, the gospel refreshes dry, parched lands and needs our unwavering passion and steadfast faith to transform lives and bring renewal. The "flame in our hearts" calls Christians to keep their faith and love for the Lord ablaze, representing the work and power of the Holy Spirit, driving us to proclaim God's glory boldly.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo