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Shia LaBeouf says he was suicidal before conversion to Catholicism
Shia LaBeouf says he was suicidal before conversion to Catholicism

The actor is gearing up for the Sept. 9 release of his latest film, "Padre Pio," where he stars in the role of the beloved Franciscan Capuchin friar.

Are you really listening?
Are you really listening?

Do we really listen? Or are we just hearing?

Would you wear something offensive to God?
Would you wear something offensive to God?

When we look at our life, can we say, "I am truly walking in a manner worthy of the Lord?" or are we making too many compromises?

Most Evangelical churches don't let women serve as senior pastors but allow them to lead Bible study: poll
Most Evangelical churches don't let women serve as senior pastors but allow them to lead Bible study: poll

A new poll suggests that most Evangelical pastors serve in churches that don't allow women to serve as senior pastors but are open to letting females serve in other leadership roles.

Hillsong giving and attendance fell in 2021
Hillsong giving and attendance fell in 2021

Hillsong Church Australia, the flagship branch for the global Hillsong Church brand, suffered significant drops in both giving and church attendance in 2021 as the Covid-19 pandemic marched into its second year and a series of sex and financial scandals enveloped the church network in the United States and Australia.

Patriarch Kirill cancels Kazakhstan trip and chance to meet with Pope Francis
Patriarch Kirill cancels Kazakhstan trip and chance to meet with Pope Francis

For the second time this year, an in-person meeting between the two global religious leaders has fallen apart.

Pakistani Christians accused of blasphemy released on bail
Pakistani Christians accused of blasphemy released on bail

The accused include Raja Warris, a lay leader in the Anglican Church of Pakistan.

Aretha Franklin and her enduring love of gospel
Aretha Franklin and her enduring love of gospel

Although Aretha's life was complicated, full of highs and extreme lows, sadness and despair, achievements, and accomplishments, Aretha sincerely believed in God, and many gospel songs comforted her throughout her life.

Parents urged to reassure their children on GCSE results today
Parents urged to reassure their children on GCSE results today

The Spurgeons charity is urging parents to help their children deal with anxiety and pressure on GCSE results day today.

An interfaith discussion on the role of religion in mental health
An interfaith discussion on the role of religion in mental health

Academics and religious leaders address the role of faith and community in managing mental health issues in young people and society as a whole.

UN General Assembly moves closer to adopting resolution declaring abortion a 'human right'
UN General Assembly moves closer to adopting resolution declaring abortion a 'human right'

Delegates at the United Nations General Assembly are finalizing negotiations on a resolution that would require all U.N. agencies to declare abortion a human right, reportedly due to pressure from the European Union and the Biden administration.

Terrorists kill Christian lawyer, kidnap nuns in Nigeria
Terrorists kill Christian lawyer, kidnap nuns in Nigeria

Islamic terrorists in southern Nigeria kidnapped four nuns on August 21, three days after suspected Fulani herdsmen shot a Christian attorney to death in the country's northwest, sources said.

Extending 'DIY' home abortions 'puts women in greater danger'
Extending 'DIY' home abortions 'puts women in greater danger'

The government has come under fire from Christians for making the pills by post abortion service permanent.

Hillsong must do things 'differently', says interim leader
Hillsong must do things 'differently', says interim leader

Hillsong is making changes, Interim Global Senior Pastor, Phil Dooley, has told members of the scandal-hit church.

Afghan house churches 'continue to grow'
Afghan house churches 'continue to grow'

Despite intense persecution, the tiny Christian community in Afghanistan is growing, according to Voice of the Martyrs.

17 Christians killed in Democratic Republic of Congo
17 Christians killed in Democratic Republic of Congo

Open Doors is asking for prayer after at least 17 Christians were killed in a string of targeted attacks in the Democratic Republic of Congo.