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Originally published in Fox News Israel Folau, a Tongan-Australian Christian athlete who was sacked by Rugby Australia (RA) earlier this year for posting a Bible verse that was labelled “anti-gay,” says he feels vindicated after reaching an agreement with the organisation. The months-long battle for Folau centered on his Instagram post that said, “Warning: drunks, homosexuals, adulterers…hell […]
Originally published in Life News Thousands of pro-life advocates gathered in the New South Wales city to urge politicians to protect the rights of unborn babies in their state, according to The Guardian. Many carried signs encouraging society to “Love Them Both,” “Choose Life” and “Stand for Life.” The message […]
Originally published in The Christian Institute Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says his Government is set to introduce new laws on religious liberty, following the case of Israel Folau. The sports star was fired by Rugby Australia in May for a social media post quoting the Bible which was deemed […]
Originally published in Premier Fundraising efforts to support Israel Folau’s legal battle with Rugby Australia have been put on pause after donations passed the Aus$2-million (R19.9) mark. The Australian Christian Lobby (ACL), which set up the funding campaign said they have received rapid and overwhelming support. The fund raised more […]
Originally published in Premier Former professional rugby player Israel Folau has launched legal action against Rugby Australia and club side the Waratahs after his playing contract was terminated over controversial social media posts. Folau’s four-year, multi-million dollar deal was cut short after an independent panel backed RA’s position that the […]
Originally published in Christian Today Christian rugby player Israel Folau says his “head is held high” after being found guilty of breaching Rugby Australia’s player code of conduct. The Waratahs full-back was stood down by RA last month after posting a photo to Instagram saying “hell awaits” gay people. He […]
Originally published in Stuff New Zealand Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has denounced “disgusting” critics who likened his worshipping at a weekend church service to the Nazi salute, in a broader stinging attack on “grubs” and “gutless keyboard warriors”. Morrison, who along with Labor leader Bill Shorten temporarily suspended the […]
Originally published in Breaking Christian News Scott Morrison, the new prime minister of Australia, brings something extra to the country’s highest position—his Christian faith. Morrison, who had previously been the country’s treasurer, was sworn in on Friday as Australia’s sixth prime minister in 11 years after a political rift among […]
Originally published in Christian Today New Zealand’s Anglican Church will bless same-sex relationships after a landmark vote yesterday morning. The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia stopped short of permitting gay marriages in church but will allow ministers to bless couples in same-sex civil marriages or civil unions. […]
Originally published in Premier Christian News New Zealand Christians plan to rally their parliament to call for Jesus’ name to be reinstated in the parliamentary opening prayer, after it was omitted last month. They’ve started campaigning online and, on January 30, they will gather, urging the speaker of the house, […]
