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Internet Company GoDaddy Passed on ‘Obese Christian’ for Job Application, Faces Legal Allegation
An attorney representing Arizona resident Keith Connolly claims that Internet giant GoDaddy rejected his job application on the grounds that he was an “obese Christian.” The company denies the allegations.
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‘House of Cars’ Update: Former ‘Top Gear’ Hosts May Turn Down BBC Offer, Side with Jeremy Clarkson in Possible Netflix Deal
Former “Top Gear” hosts Richard Hammond and James May reportedly have plans to turn down a deal from the British Broadcasting Corp. to host the iconic car show, opting instead to launch a new one with Jeremy Clarkson. A deal with Netflix to air the tentative new car show “House of Cards” may soon be finalized.
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As West Moves Toward Secularism and Irrelevance, Africa and Asia Embrace Christianity
Christianity’s stronghold was historically based in the United States and Europe. However, while many in the West embrace secular values at their own peril, countries in Africa and Asia have become to embrace Christianity.
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Regina Nippert: Church Will Die Whenever Christianity and Politics Mix
There are many Christians in the United States who rely on their faith in God in making decisions related to politics. However, columnist Regina Nippert argued that mixing Christianity and politics could end up killing the church altogether.
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NBA Finals Game 2 2015 Live Stream Free on ESPN, TV Schedule (ABC): Watch Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Game 1 of the NBA Finals went down to the wire, but Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors managed to outscore LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-100 in overtime Thursday. Although the venue remains the same, the focus now turns to Game 2, which happens on Sunday.
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Olivet University appeals BPPE's license revocation, vows to protect students and faculty interests
Olivet University has officially initiated the appeal process following the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education's (BPPE) decision to revoke its license. The university says it is committed to safeguarding the interests of its students and faculty, who have been directly impacted by this decision.
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‘Wang Mingdao’s Diary’ reproduction highlights complexities of contemporary Chinese Christianity
On December 9, the China Graduate School of Theology (中国神学研究院) hosted a public lecture titled “A Courageous Witness in the Times—Launch of Wang Mingdao (王明道)’s Diary.” The lecture, themed “Faith Patterns in Beijing’s Christian Churches Through the Lens of Wang Mingdao’s Diary,” featured Dr. Ni Buxiao (倪步晓), Associate Director and Assistant Professor at the Christian Faith and Chinese Culture Research Center of Alliance Bible Seminary (建道神学院), as the keynote speaker.
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Floating library ‘Doulos Hope’ arrives in Taiwan; spreading love and hope from a former cruise ship
Doulos Hope, the international floating book fair ship, has returned to Taiwan and is now docked at Kaohsiung Port, open to the public from December 18, 2024, to January 12, 2025. Originally built in 1991 and renovated in 2022, the ship features over 2,000 books on various topics, including faith, science, and art. It is operated by a diverse crew of 140 volunteers from 25 countries, offering services such as education, healthcare, and community outreach. The ship's mission is to spread hope and
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Chinese Online School of Theology publishes annual ministry report: Expanding Chinese theological education through new strategies
In the 2023-2024 academic year, New York-based Chinese Online School of Theology (COST) has seen significant development in expanding its ministry in theological education and mission outreach. They have promoted a series of new events and projects to explore different strategies that expand theological education for Chinese ministers. The following are some highlights from the 2023-2024 annual report:
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Dr. Fenggang Yang: How foreign forces transformed traditional Chinese legal systems
In a recent lecture to Chinese Christians, scholar Dr. Fenggang Yang (杨凤岗) gave an in-depth analysis of the historical evolution and contemporary significance of the modern legal system in Chinese society. He explored the tensions and integrations between traditional law and modern rule of law, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of China’s traditional legal system and emphasizing the role of foreign influences in introducing modern legal practices into Chinese society.
