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Former Muslim sues Oklahoma church for announcing his baptism
A former Muslim filed suit Monday against First Presbyterian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma for publishing an online notice announcing that he had been baptized.

World Cup USA goalkeeper Brad Guzan testifies Jesus: 'We all need Christ in our lives'
Internationally-recognized goalkeeper and proud Christian Brad Guzan will travel with the United States Men's National Soccer Team to Brazil in their first 2014 FIFA World Cup group match on June 16.

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?
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.