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ISIS Demands $30 Million Ransom In Exchange for Christian Hostages
The terror group known as ISIS is infamously known for taking hostages, especially those who are Christians or of other minority sects. Now the group is demanding a $30 million ransom in exchange for releasing hundreds of Christian hostages in Syria.
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Latest Update on Bobbi Kristina Brown: Family Has No Plan to Cut Off Life Support Soon
Bobbi Kristina Brown, the daughter of the late legendary American singer Whitney Houston, still remains in a medically induced coma nearly 10 weeks after she was found unresponsive in her bathroom on Jan. 31. Now her family may soon have to make difficult decisions.
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Despite Loud Protests, California Vaccine Bill Banning Exemptions Moves a Step Closer To Law
California moved one step closer to strengthening its vaccination requirements after a key state Senate panel passed a bill on Wednesday. However, that action has sparked protests outside the legislature in Sacramento.
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US Christians, Ayatollah Express Opinions Surrounding Iran Nuclear Negotiations
The framework for a possible landmark nuclear deal has been reached between the United States and Iran. However, it could fall apart after parties from both countries have expressed concern surrounding the terms negotiated in Switzerland on Thursday.
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Apple Watch Review: Solidly Built, But Some Problems In Software Performance Persist
The world’s most valuable technology company has entered into the burgeoning field of smartwatches by introducing the Apple Watch, which will be available for sale to the public starting on April 24. A few reviewers have managed to test out Apple’s new product, and the results appeared to be a mixed bag.
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Survey: Hong Kong teens generally identify with traditional Chinese cultural values
In order an effort to promote traditional Chinese culture, the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong, in collaboration with Macao YMCA, Guangzhou Suigang'ao Teenagers Institute, and the Teacher Chang Foundation of Taiwan, has conducted a survey on teens measuring their cultural awareness. They found that Hong Kong youths generally identify with and support the values of traditional Chinese culture.
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Global Lutherans celebrate Reformation Day, ‘trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time’.
Yesterday, October 31, was Reformation Day, and Lutherans around the world held various events in commemoration. In Singapore, the Lutheran Church advocated for Christian communion, while the German Lutheran Church encouraged believers to face the challenge of “trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time.”
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Many American churchgoers expect their pastors’ sermons to help them understand and address modern cultural issues
American churchgoers are looking for more than biblical explanation from their pastor each week. Many expect the sermons to help them understand and address modern cultural issues.
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2.1M Korean Christians estimated at joint worship service to affirm family, oppose gay marriage, pray for nation
In the afternoon of Reformation Sunday, Oct. 27, some 2.1 million Christians gathered for a joint worship service from 2pm to 5pm in Seoul, Korea to “unite for repentance, revival, and restoration of holiness in our society.” According to organizers, an estimated 1.1 million joined onsite despite the bad weather with another 1 million joining online. The unprecedented joint worship service brought together Korean churches across denominations as they affirmed traditional marriage and family and
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Willow Creek Community Church invites believers to write prayer cards for the next president
This past Sunday, Willow Creek Community Church based in Illinois invited believers to “pray for the next president” during the service. The church not only expressed its concern for the upcoming election but also emphasized the role believers should play in the process and the importance of offering prayers for the nation's leaders.
