Originally published in Christian Headlines Dolly Parton’s April donation of one million dollars (R15.5 million) to research for a coronavirus vaccine has helped researchers develop a promising vaccine with a 94.5% effectiveness against infection. In April, the singer-songwriter said she was donating to Vanderbilt University after her friend and doctor, […]
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‘God surrounded me with angels’: man with Down syndrome makes history in Ironman triathlon
By Andrea Morris — Originally published in CBN News A Florida man with Down syndrome is showing the world that no goal is too big to pursue, even when you have a disability. Chris Nikic from Maitland became the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon on […]
Bishop Harry Jackson, racial unity champion and Trump adviser dies at 67
Originally published in Charisma News Bishop Harry R. Jackson, Jr, senior pastor of Hope Christian Church in Beltsville, Maryland and an advisor to President Trump on spiritual matters, died at home on November 9, sources have confirmed. He was 67. Hope Christian Church posted the following statement on its website: Bishop […]
Colorado voters reject ban on extreme late-term abortions of viable unborn babies
Originally published in CBN News Voters in the US state of Colorado defeated a ban on late-term abortions on Tuesday. According to the Denver Post, about 59.2%, rejected Proposition 115 with 83% of the vote counted, while 40.8%, supported it. The measure would have banned most abortions in the state […]
US SEAL team takes back American missionary in Nigeria
By Janenne Irene Pung — Originally published in Charisma News Missionary Philipe Walton thought he was on his own, kidnapped in Niger with his family left behind. The 27-year-old US citizen discovered the grit and reach of a team of Navy SEALs when they rescued him on Saturday October 31. […]
Leading pastors speak out on Trump as election clock ticks
Compiled by Andre Viljoen With America’s presidential election just days away influential US Christian pastors are speaking out on their views on President Donald Trump and the consequences of voting for him — or not voting for him — to lead the nation for another four years. Bethel Church senior […]
Coalition of black pro-life activists files racial discrimination claim against abortion provider
By Ryan Foley — Originally published in The Christian Post A group of black pro-life activists have filed a racial discrimination claim against Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion provider in the United States. The National Black Pro-Life Coalition, an organisation that hopes to “end abortion by restoring a culture of Life and […]
Barrett confirmation: Christian leaders support and celebrate
By Janenne Irene Pung — Originally published in Charisma News When the Senate voted 52-48 to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday October 26, charismatic Christians began celebrating. At just 48 years old, the lifetime appointment is expected to lead to decades of decisions that […]
President Trump declares he is a non-denominational Christian
Originally published in CBN News President Donald Trump has declared that he no longer identifies as a Presbyterian and now considers himself to be a non-denominational Christian. Trump revealed his change in religious identity in a written response to Religious News Service . “Though I was confirmed at a Presbyterian church as […]
‘God’s moving in America’: over 35 000 lift up Jesus in ‘Let Us Worship’ rally on National Mall in DC
Originally published in CBN News The National Mall in Washington DC was overflowing with love for the Lord Sunday night during the “Let Us Worship” tour led by praise leader Sean Feucht. More than 35 000 people gathered on the iconic grassy lawn to pray for a spiritual awakening and […]