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Image of Jesus in 'Heaven Is for Real' Painted by 'God-Taught' Young Girl Akiane Kramarik (Pictures)
The image of Jesus painted by the "young Lithuanian girl" in the film 'Heaven is for Real' has been revealed. The young girl, Akiane Kramarik, says she inspired to paint, including the now famous picture of Jesus due to her relationship with Christ.
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NBC Apologizes to Planned Parenthood for Censoring Pro-Abortion Movie Ad 'Obvious Child'
Planned Parenthood began a petition against NBC for refusing to air ads for the movie "Obvious Child" which included the word "abortion." In response,the network confessed in a statement to Planned Parenthood that “feedback was mistakenly given to remove the word ‘abortion’" and that such actions were not “company policy.”
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South Korean Woman Who Underwent Multiple Plastic Surgeries Says 'I Have Sinned'
South Korea is known for its obsession with plastic surgery, as one in five women undergo cosmetic procedures to improve their looks. A recent feature on ABC News examined this trend, following two young Asian women who have undergone several surgeries.
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Reading to Children from Birth an 'Essential Part of Their Care,' Says Pediatricians
The American Academy of Pediatrics issued a policy statement encouraging literacy promotion and calling for pediatricians to advise all parents about the many benefits of reading aloud.
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Christian Radio Host John Balyo Admits to Raping a 12-Year-Old Boy, Faces Life in Prison
John Balyo, former radio host on a popular Christian music station, was arrested earlier this week on charges of sexual misconduct with minors. Now, he has admitted to engaging in sexual activity with a 12 year old boy and is being held without bail and facing life in prison.
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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.
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Anglican Communion Launches 10-Year Initiative to Plant and Revitalize 1 Million Churches
Anglican leaders launch "Vision36," a decade-long initiative to plant or revitalize 1 million churches and gain 20 million new believers by 2036, with Africa playing a central role and discipleship as its foundational pillar.
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Bible Society in Taiwan Launches Full Sign Language Translation Project
The Bible Society in Taiwan has launched a full chapter-by-chapter translation of the Bible into Taiwan Sign Language, following the completion of 70 biblical story videos.
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[10th CCOWE] Rick Warren Calls for Global Church Unity at Closing of 10th CCOWE Conference
At the 10th Chinese Congress on World Evangelization, Rev. Rick Warren called for global Chinese churches to pursue unity in mission—not uniformity—grounded in five biblical foundations, emphasizing that collaboration is essential for fulfilling the Great Commission and witnessing to the world.