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Trump's national security adviser says US-Turkey crisis could end 'instantly' if pastor is freed
Turkey could end its lira-battering crisis with the United States "instantly" by freeing a detained American pastor, President Donald Trump's national security adviser said, adding that a Qatari cash infusion would not help Ankara's economy.
Philippines President Duterte: 'If you are God, you don't create hell'
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has been criticized over his comments on God in the past but that hasn't stopped him from sounding off again, this time declaring that if there is a God, there should not be any hell, war or poverty.
Satanists protest Ten Commandments monument at Arkansas State Capitol by unveiling giant goat-headed statue
Some Christians recently protested against a giant Satanic Temple statue unveiled at the Arkansas State Capitol, holding Bible verse messages against a Satanic rally.
Humanitarian aid really does work, says ministry leader
Humanitarian aid has its share of skeptics but the CEO of Medair says it is important to continue alleviating human suffering even in countries where underlying structural problems are perpetuating poverty.
Ireland's Catholics hoping Pope's visit will revive interest in the Church
Bernie and Tom Byrne can barely conceal their excitement as they prepare for a visit to Ireland by Pope Francis that they hope will bring back the young believers that have deserted the Catholic church after decades of scandal.
Pastor Andrew Brunson's lawyer plans appeal to Turkish constitutional court
The lawyer for the American Christian pastor on trial for terrorism charges in Turkey said on Wednesday he planned to appeal to the constitutional court to seek Andrew Brunson's release after being rejected by a lower court last week.
Christian Aid launches appeal as Kerala floods leave hundreds dead and a million people homeless
Christian Aid has launched an emergency appeal to support victims of widespread flooding in India's Kerala state.
Franklin Graham and other pro-lifers rail against Chelsea Clinton after suggesting abortion contributed to U.S. economic growth
Clinton's comments were condemned as being like those who defend slavery or the killing of Jews by the Nazis.
Vatican says Pope will meet victims of sexual abuse during Ireland visit
Pope Francis will meet victims of clergy sexual abuse during his visit to Ireland this weekend, the Vatican said on Tuesday.
Rise in the number of young people wanting to join the priesthood
The Church of England has reported a rise in the number of young people wanting to be ordained into the priesthood.
How should Christians respond when a leader makes a mistake?
We will not be rewarded for tearing others down but God loves it when we build others up.
When being Christian makes you less Christlike
In light of the comments some time back by US Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Romans 13 and the plight of people seeking asylum, I have been reminded to think about what it means to be Christian.
Trump administration turns down Turkey's offer to free Andrew Brunson in exchange for bank fines being forgiven
The Trump White House has turned down an offer from the Turkish government to release imprisoned evangelical pastor Andrew Brunson.
North and South Korean families allowed rare reunions after decades apart
Families split apart since the Korean War decades ago have been given the rare chance to meet each other again this week.
Pope condemns 'long ignored' sexual abuse after damning Pennsylvania grand jury report
Pope Francis, facing simultaneous clergy sexual abuse crises in several countries, on Monday wrote an unprecedented letter to all the world's Catholics asking each of them to help uproot "this culture of death".
The spiritual benefits - and pitfalls - of routine
There are some real benefits to routine, but there are also downfalls.