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Christian faith-based waterpark that 'glorifies God' to be opened by Splash Kingdom owner

Splash Kingdom Family Waterparks President and CEO Johnny Blevins announced Tuesday that he plans to open another waterpark that will be centered on his Christian faith.

Did Hillary Clinton begin supporting gay marriage for political reasons?

Bishop of Leeds prays for England's football team: 'Oh God...'

As football fans across the UK prepare for England's opening match against Italy tomorrow night, Revd. Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds, has published a series of prayers calling for divine intervention.

Belle hits UK cinemas

Inspired by the real-life story of Dido Elizabeth Belle, a young, illegitimate mixed-race woman bought up in an aristocratic family in 18th Century England, 'Belle' opens in UK cinemas today.

God's Not Dead producer: People of faith are 'waiting' for movies that align with their values

The producer of God's Not Dead believes the demand is there for Hollywood to make even more faith-based films.

Israel's force-feeding bill 'a violation of human rights' says Christian Aid partner

A Christian Aid partner in Israel has condemned a proposed law that would see Palestinian hunger-strikers force-fed.

Why Pope Francis loves football

Pope Francis joined in the mass hysteria surrounding the FIFA World Cup in a video message broadcast on Brazilian television

Are you too busy for love?

Is your day so weighed down with the urgent, that you overlook the important? Sarah Abell has some tips for refocusing.

Krish Kandiah: 'How not to evangelise'

Are we too quick to rely on formulaic answers, or even too scared to mention Jesus at all? Krish Kandiah has four ways NOT to evangelise.

Sgt. Bergdahl to arrive in the U.S. on Friday

Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl will set foot on American soil Friday after being held captive by the Taliban for five years, and spending nearly two weeks in a German hospital.

10-year-old California boy graduates from high school

10-year-old California boy receives high school diploma.

Duck Dynasty producer not angry with Phil Robertson over gay comments

Duck Dynasty producer Deirdre Gurney suggests that what is important is how Phil Robertson treats gay people, not what he thinks about their sexuality

Ruby Dee, legendary actress and wife of civil rights leader Ossie Davis, dead at 91

Award-winning actress Ruby Dee passed away at her home Wednesday in New Rochelle, New York. Dee's spokesman, Michael Livingston, announced the news Thursday. She was 91.

Excommunication hearing set for Mormon women's advocate Kate Kelly for 'apostasy'

Mormon women's advocate Kate Kelly was notified on Sunday that she will face excommunication for apostasy.

Texas Gov. Rick Perry compares homosexuality to alcoholism

Texas Gov. Rick Perry caused some Commonwealth Club of California members to feel unsettled after he compared homosexuality to alcoholism during a discussion with them in San Francisco on Wednesday night.

The story of #SBC14 in ten tweets

A lot happened during the Southern Baptist Convention's two-day conference. Here's all you need to know in a few bite-sized tweets.