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Christian leaders of various Christian denominations in Bethlehem are fielding criticism after canceling the town’s annual Christmas celebration as a mark of “solidarity” to the people of Gaza. The controversy began when city officials in Bethlehem, the famous birthplace of Jesus and site of the first Christmas, announced via Facebook that Christmas decorations would be dismantled…

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A Georgia high school football coach has lost his coaching job after holding a baptism service where 20 of his players were baptized. Coach Isaac Ferrell of Tattnall County High School has been dismissed from his coaching position after a Facebook video was posted of him holding a the service for his players on October 23rd.…

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As war continues between Israel and Hamas and Ukraine and Russia continue to fight one another, more religious leaders are encouraging Christians to be alert for the end times. Speaking to Fox News, Father John Burns pointed to the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids, also known as the Parable of the Ten Virgins, as a…

Pastor Mike Signorelli of V1 Church in New York City is celebrating a historic revival service that took place in New York’s Times Square. Signorelli said he was inspired to start the event after NYC mayor Eric Adams warned of “lone wolf” attacks following the October 7 attacks in Israel when Hamas soldiers attacked and killed…

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For twenty years, Ayaan Hirsi Ali has been in the spotlight, warning the public against the dangers of Islam and encouraging a rational, humanistic approach. Decades ago, Ali had sought asylum in the Netherlands after her family had tried to force her into an arranged marriage. In 2001, she was shocked by the attacks against…

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