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Catholic teen with Down Syndrome set to complete mission to serve in Mass in all 50 states
Catholic teen with Down Syndrome set to complete mission to serve in Mass in all 50 states

Back in 2013, teenager Kara Jackson embarked on a mission: to help serve in Holy Masses across all 50 states in America. On July 1, she proudly crossed the 40th state off her list.

Christian solidarity group says violent extremism on the rise in Bangladesh
Christian solidarity group says violent extremism on the rise in Bangladesh

Terror gripped Bangladesh during the past week, with two terrorist attacks launched in the South Asian nation: one in a café in the capital Dhaka, which killed 21 foreign hostages, and another at a checkpoint during a Muslim holiday, which claimed the lives of three people.

Thousands take to US streets to protest police violence
Thousands take to US streets to protest police violence

Protesters clogged roadways in New York City, Atlanta and Philadelphia, and events in San Francisco and Phoenix also drew large crowds.

Church criticised for requesting prayer for pastor who was found dead after his arrest over child molestation charge
Church criticised for requesting prayer for pastor who was found dead after his arrest over child molestation charge

Officials of a church in Jeffersonville, Indiana were criticised by a priest sex-abuse victims' group for requesting prayers for its late pastor who was accused of child molestation.

Atheists warn 1,000 school districts against visiting Noah\'s ark theme park in Kentucky
Atheists warn 1,000 school districts against visiting Noah's ark theme park in Kentucky

Hundreds of people attended the opening of the massive Ark Encounter Christian theme park in Williamston, Kentucky on July 7 that features a full-scale replica of Noah' Ark.

More US states sue Obama administration over transgender directive
More US states sue Obama administration over transgender directive

The lawsuit is the latest salvo in a nationwide debate over rights for transgender people.

US military veteran believed to be lone gunman in Dallas police ambush
US military veteran believed to be lone gunman in Dallas police ambush

Thursday's attack came at the end of an otherwise peaceful march to protest police killings of two black men this week.

Revival breaks out in France: As hundreds embrace Christ, \'2,000 miracles\' take place in one \'incredible night\'
Revival breaks out in France: As hundreds embrace Christ, '2,000 miracles' take place in one 'incredible night'

"Europe is alive for Jesus!" The exclamatory statement came from Chris Gore, a minister from Bethel Church in California, who spoke at the Lord at the Grande Conference in Paris last week, CBN News reports.

Kevin Durant joins forces and faith with fellow believer Stephen Curry at Golden State:  Who can stop the Warriors now?
Kevin Durant joins forces and faith with fellow believer Stephen Curry at Golden State: Who can stop the Warriors now?

NBA sensation Kevin Durant has joined forces with fellow believer and two-time MVP Stephen Curry at the Golden State Warriors, officially sealing the deal on Thursday.

US organisations seek to make Christianity grow even more in Cuba by offering ministry training
US organisations seek to make Christianity grow even more in Cuba by offering ministry training

In 2014, the formerly hermit nation of Cuba once more came into the world's attention when it decided to resume normalizing its relations with the United States. Almost two years later, Cuba is once again drawing attention, but this time, due to its growing Christian population.

Setting an example of mercy: Brazilian cardinal celebrates his 66th birthday with the homeless
Setting an example of mercy: Brazilian cardinal celebrates his 66th birthday with the homeless

Setting an example on how to follow Jesus Christ's teachings to help the needy, the Roman Catholic official went to an area in downtown Rio de Janeiro before midnight on June 22 to spend some time with and give gifts to residents without shelters.

Nigerian Christian who sought refuge in Italy from Boko Haram is murdered
Nigerian Christian who sought refuge in Italy from Boko Haram is murdered

A young Nigerian who fled Boko Haram to seek asylum in Italy has been murdered in a racist assault.

Church of South India investigated over alleged financial irregularities
Church of South India investigated over alleged financial irregularities

The Indian Economic Times reported that audits found discrepancies in the books of the Church of South India Trust Association.

Pakistan human rights lawyer who defends Christians goes into hiding after death threats
Pakistan human rights lawyer who defends Christians goes into hiding after death threats

A leading Christian human rights lawyer in Pakistan has gone into hiding after receiving death threats because of the help he has given to victims of the country's blasphemy laws and other abuses.

Iraq: Dozens more murdered in latest Islamic State attack
Iraq: Dozens more murdered in latest Islamic State attack

More than 30 people were murdered and at least 60 injured in the latest Islamic State terror attack in Iraq.

Canterbury Cathedral apologises after Argentinian visitor told, \'Dover\'s that way\'
Canterbury Cathedral apologises after Argentinian visitor told, 'Dover's that way'

A member of staff at Canterbury Cathedral has sparked outrage after telling an Argentinian visitor, "Dover's that way, love" after being asked for directions.