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Christian Scientist Katherine Hayhoe Named Among TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential
Evangelical Christian scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe has been named among TIME Magazine's most influential people. Actor Don Cheadle says Hayhoe "defies a stereotype," as she is outspoken about her faith in relation to her scientific work.
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'Unprecedented' Georgia Law Allows Guns in Churches and Schools
Georgia governor Nathan Deal signed a legislation this week that will allow individuals to carry firearms in some churches, bars and schools. While proponents say this bill protects American's constitutional rights, critics fear it will promote violence in schools and other public areas.
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Lead Singer of Christian Band Jars of Clay Promotes Gay Marriage Via Twitter
Dan Haseltine, lead singer of the Christian music group Jars of Clay, recently announced his support for gay marriage on his twitter page. The singer has received severe backlash from his fan base, which is composed primarily of Christians.
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Grammy Winning Singer Donnie McClurkin Says Music Saved Him from Bondage
In an emotional speech, Grammy award winner and pastor Donnie McClurkin told audiences that he was saved from shame and sin through the prayers of gospel singer Andrae Crouch.
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Christian Movie 'Heaven Is For Real' Trumps Johnny Depp Thriller at Box Office
Faith-based film "Heaven is for Real" has raked in an astonishing 21.5 million within five days of its release in contrast to the Johnny Depp film "Transcendence," which has only garnered 11.5 million.
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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.