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Suffered painful rejection? Don't worry, sometimes it's the key to finding our faith
Rejection isn't what immediately comes to mind when we think about the people we admire and aspire to be like, but the truth is, regardless of how hugely successful someone is, at some time or another many will have experienced rejection.
Oldest African-American church in Indiana capital sold to hotel developer after failing to collect donations for repairs
For lack of financial support, a 147-year-old African-American churchâthe oldest such church in Indianapolis, the capital of the U.S. state of Indianaâis closing its doors. It will be taken over by a company that will redevelop the church and its adjoining parking lot into two hotels.
More Catholic writers express concern and puzzlement over Pope Francis' exhortation on marriage and family
More respected Catholic thinkers and writers have come out with "thoughtful critiques" of Pope Francis' lengthy treatise on marriage and the family, called "Amoris Laetitia" or "Joy of Love," issued on Friday.
Pray for people of Mindanao, Christians urged as ISIS admits role in continuing clashes; death toll at 43
Christians worldwide are being asked to pray for the people of Mindanao in southern Philippines amid the ongoing military campaign to flush out a large group of Muslim militants with suspected links to the Islamic State (ISIS).
Eric Metaxas considers the latest archaeological research into Mary Magdalene's hometown
Recent archaeological discoveries are shedding a much-needed light on the life and times of this vital biblical character.
4 things every Christian bridesmaid should do
When bridal magazines write about the bridesmaid's duty of helping the bride get ready on the day they're referring to the physical preparation, but there's a spiritual side too
Al Green turns 70! 6 quotes from the 'Let's Stay Together' soul singer on his faith
Al Green, the legendary soul singer and preacher, celebrates his 70th birthday today. To celebrate the 11-time Grammy winner's birthday, we take a look back at what he's said about his faith in the past.
Taking in 20,000 Syrian refugees 'will cost the UK more than £500m'
It will cost more than half a billion pounds to resettle the government's pledged 20,000 Syrian refugees by 2020, it emerged today.
Nigerian pastor tells MPs of Christian persecution: 'We don't have liberty'
Politicians crammed into a room in Houses of Parliament on Wednesday afternoon to hear about Christian persecution in northern Nigeria.
France sets up new clerical sex abuse body
The French Catholic Church is to set up a new commission to advise bishops and help them handle cases of child sex abuses by priests.
How Christians can help eradicate child poverty: 'Choose to give instead of get this year'
There are millions of children who live in poverty. These unfortunate souls have to constantly worry about where they are going to get their next meal or where they can obtain healthcare, but their lives can change when people do their part to help.
Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia and feminism: Is the Pope pro-women?
Laura Bates, author of Everyday Sexism, debated in the Guardian yesterday whether or not Pope Francis can be deemed a feminist. She said it's complicated, and she's right.
Anne Graham Lotz invites people to pray, assuring them that one prayer can make a difference
Billy Graham's daughter Anne Graham Lotz is highlighting the importance of prayer, saying that it's the best thing to do whenever people face difficulties and disasters.
Archbishop of Kenya retaliates in 'forged' letter row
The Archbishop of Kenya has denied that he signed or approved a letter released under his signature that appeared to change Kenya's stance on its boycott of the meeting of Anglican leaders in Zambia this week.
Tens of thousands struggling over benefit delays, Christian MP reveals
A Christian MP has exposed the scale of hardship caused by delays in benefit payments.
Kelly Rowland thanks God for blessing her with great friends in the music industry
Christian singer Kelly Rowland, who was part of the popular group Destiny's Child, is grateful that she has found great friends in the music industry. Rowland thanked God that he provided her with a strong support system so she was able to overcome the pain of losing her mother over two years ago.