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Pastor Andrew Brunson's lawyer plans appeal to Turkish constitutional court
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 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
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
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?
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
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
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
The spiritual benefits - and pitfalls - of routine

There are some real benefits to routine, but there are also downfalls.

The truth about people in two words
The truth about people in two words

There's a gem of wisdom I've gleaned over decades of my life experience, plus from observing the lives and experiences of people I know, in addition to extensive research.

Is this a church or a nightclub?
Is this a church or a nightclub?

As I entered the dark room with flashing bright colourful lights that were cutting through the darkness like lightning bolts, I instantly questioned whether I had entered the doors of a church or had stepped into a nightclub.

Ty Rhame's explosive entrepreneurial hacks for business success
Ty Rhame's explosive entrepreneurial hacks for business success

(Partner Post) If you are serious about becoming a success in the world of business, it is essential to be proactive.

Why has Rwanda closed 8,000 Christian churches?
Why has Rwanda closed 8,000 Christian churches?

Headlines in Western media saying an African country has closed 8,000 churches are always going to make Christians sit up and take notice.

Chris Pratt uses awards night to tell teenagers to love God
Chris Pratt uses awards night to tell teenagers to love God

"Jurassic World" actor Chris Pratt accepted an award at the Teen Choice Awards Sunday where he again unashamedly spoke about his love for God.