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Transsexual Surgeries Will Now Be Covered by Tax Dollars, Says Obama Administration
The Department of Health and Human Services announced that it has overturned a 33 year old ban on Medicare coverage for gender reassignment. Now, Medicare will pay for elderly or disabled Americans to have transsexual surgeries.
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Black Michigan Pastor Calls Gay Marriage a 'Project of Enemies of God'
Rev. Stacy Swimp, founder of Revive Alive Missional Ministry recently called the fight to legalize gay marriage a "project of the enemies of God." Swimp has previously spoken out against gay marriage, arguing that it violates both religious and political principles.
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Colorado Christian Baker Ordered by Court to Make Wedding Cake for Gay Couple 'Would Rather Shut Down' Business
Christian baker Jack Phillips, who has been court-ordered to make wedding cakes for gay couples regardless of his beliefs is fighting back, saying his amendment rights have been violated. Phillip's lawyer calls the court's decision "offensive and un-American."
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Kirk Franklin: 'Preachers of L.A.' Is a 'Disappointment'
Popular gospel singer Kirk Franklin recently announced that he is "very disappointed" in the television show "Preachers of L.A." The show has come under criticism from many Christian groups for the preacher's lavish lifestyles.
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Dave Ramsey Responds to Online Bullies, Wants to 'Find Biblical Resolution'
Dave Ramsey, a bestselling Christian finance adviser and radio host, recently called on Twitter and Facebook bullies to stop negatively discussing his company. He encouraged his employees to have the "courage" to resolve any conflicts privately and within the company.
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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.