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Heeding the Cry of the Orphan

Mark Earley — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:46:00 GMT

Whether it’s adopting a child with special needs, or even considering becoming a foster parent, we all need to make room in our hearts for those who hold such a close place in God’s heart.

CIA Covered Up Role in Missionary Death, Report Says

Steve Gunn — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:14:00 GMT

A top-ranking Republican said he will call for a new federal inquiry into an alleged CIA cover-up in the 2001 military attack on a small plane in Peru that killed an American missionary and her infant child.

The Empty Promise of Meditation

Albert Mohler — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:32:00 GMT

Should Christians practice meditation? An increasing number of Christians are trying or using Eastern meditation techniques in an effort to direct their spiritual lives.

The Prodigal Automakers

Chuck Colson — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:53:00 GMT

Imagine if, instead of asking the father to take him back as a slave, the son says, “Dad, I’ve made a mess of things. Could you spot me some cash so I can get out of this hole?”

Obama, the Bishops, and FOCA

Dr. Paul Kengor — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:43:00 GMT

The legal permanency of abortion in America now seems guaranteed. And now, the bishops are digging in for the political fight of their lives.

A Salute to the Defenders of Our Freedom

Hugh Hewitt — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 05:02:00 GMT

What the American military has accomplished lately is the defense of the country since 9/11 without a single attack on our soil coordinated by a jihadist far away. They have been trying. They have not failed.

John McCain: 'We’ve Got to Give Americans Hope'

Hugh Hewitt — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:11:00 GMT

Nationally syndicated host and journalist Hugh Hewitt interviewed John McCain on June 24 as the presumptive nominee for the Republican Party travelled through southern California.

Iran: Two Christian Prisoners Released on Bail

Compass Direct News — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:36:00 GMT

Two Iranian converts to Christianity jailed for the past few weeks have been released by security police, who demanded valuable property deeds as bail collateral.

Algerian Police Publicly Interrogate Ex-Muslim

Peter Lamprecht — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:11:00 GMT

The incident occurred a day after Algeria’s top Islamic authority denied that the woman’s case violated religious freedom and claimed evangelization was “a new form of colonization.”

China: Court Cites 'Insufficient Evidence' in Christian's Trial

Compass Direct News — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:08:00 GMT

Court officials in Xinjiang, China returned the case of Uyghur Christian Alimjan Yimit, charged with unspecified crimes, to state prosecutors this week citing “insufficient evidence.”

Looking For a Bargain? Pack a Shoebox With Love

Rebekah Montgomery — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:38:00 GMT

Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes often are received by children who often have lost everything — parents, home, country — and go a long way toward relieving their suffering.

In UK, 1 in 4 Kids Bullied Because of Faith

Jackie O'Neal — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:27:00 GMT

According to a new report, one in four young persons in the UK from across all religious faiths are being bullied because of their beliefs

Multicultural London: Faith in Flux

Erich Bridges — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:53:00 GMT

But London is no longer really an English city; it is a world city. Set to host the 2012 Summer Olympics, it now proclaims itself the "capital of the world."

Christians Fleeing Iraq Face New Hardships in Turkey

Michael Larson — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:56:00 GMT

It is hard to tell how many of Mosul’s refugees from the recent wave of attacks have made their way to Istanbul, but finding these residents here is not hard.

Orissa: Bishops Warn of 'Master Plan' To Eradicate Christians

Jeremy Reynalds — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:39:00 GMT

Denouncing what they called a “master plan” to wipe out Christianity, the bishops of India’s troubled Orissa region have written a letter to the state’s Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik...

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 21, 2008

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:24:00 GMT

Extremists Demand End to Christian Activity in Orissa
Cali. Fires Leave Thousands Homeless
Christian Leaders Ask Bush to Lobby India on Violence
Divisions Compromising Church's Peace Message, Leader Says

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 20, 2008

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:53:00 GMT

China Relents, Woman Not Forced to Have Abortion
Conservative Anglicans Push Rival American Body
India: Reports of Rewards to Kill Christians
Hunger Rose in U.S. in 2007, Feds Say

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 19, 2008

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:51:00 GMT

Doubts Follow Darfur Ceasefire
Court Releases Christian Girl Sentenced for Murder in Iraq
Rights Group Urges Ban Ki-moon to Visit Burma
Best-Selling ESV Bible Coming to iPhone

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 18, 2008

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:53:00 GMT

Int'l Furor over Forced Abortion Case in China
Diocese in Texas Leave Episcopal Church
Baptist State Conventions Report Budget Deficits
Lao Officials Release Christians from Stocks

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 17, 2008

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:02:00 GMT

Second School Collapses in Haiti
Methodist Bishops Say Lesbian Ordination Invalid
Mainline Church Removes Pews to Attract Believers
UN Runs Out of Food for Gaza Strip

Searching for Strength

Cal Thomas — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:18:00 GMT

As some of you know if you are on our mailing list, my wife has had a rough year. She nearly died while being treated for a rare ailment.

FOCA's Religious Allies

Cal Thomas — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:21:00 GMT

The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice wants more abortions, not fewer, and it is lobbying Obama to adopt its position.

The Real Problems behind Detroit

Cal Thomas — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:25:00 GMT

The chairmen of the “Big Three” automakers were on Capitol Hill yesterday, begging for money. The focus has been on jobs, not the cars and why so few people are buying them.

The Hottest October Ever?

Cal Thomas — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:54:00 GMT

NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Science, which is run by Al Gore’s chief scientific ally, Dr. James Hansen, has announced that last month was the hottest October on record. But where are their numbers?

Tight Times: A Family Blessing?

Cal Thomas — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:54:00 GMT

A friend said something to me recently that got my attention. We were talking about the economic downturn and she said, “Maybe this will draw families closer together.”

Oprah’s Pleasant Offer of Deception

Richard Abanes — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:47:00 GMT

Interview with Frank Pastore, "Town Hall" (KKLA, Los Angeles)

"Can You Help My Husband Feel Like a Bride of Christ?"

John Shore — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:56:00 GMT

Here's my response a woman who wrote seeking help in addressing her husband's fear that he doesn't love Christ the way he should.

What's Hot? 11/21/08

Jim Liebelt — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:56:00 GMT

A list of hot cultural items from the the Internet, music, television and movies.

Preparing Our Hearts to be Truly Thankful

Paul Dean — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:34:00 GMT

On “Calling for Truth” today, Jay Younts and I will discuss preparing our hearts to be truly thankful.

Should Christians Speak Up?

David Burchett — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:20:00 GMT

Nearly all faith issues in the public square are unique so there is no one rule fits all. But I do think that most of these cultural issues fall into one of two categories

Kyl Criticizes Quiet on Chinese Anti-Satellite Test

Nathan Burchfiel — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Sen. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) on Monday criticized what he sees as a muted Bush administration response to a recent Chinese anti-satellite missile test, saying the launch highlights the need for the United States to protect its interests in space.

Administration 'Mean Spirited, Vengeful,' Fonda Tells Anti-War Throng

Monisha Bansal — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 09:45:41 GMT

Derided by counter-demonstrators as "leeches on freedom," Members of Congress, civil rights leaders and Hollywood celebrities including actress Jane Fonda, joined anti-war protestors in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, demanding that lawmakers and presidential candidates stop supporting and funding the war in Iraq.

Conservatives Differ on Iraq War, Troop 'Surge'

Fred Lucas — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 09:45:41 GMT

On a day when thousands gathered in Washington to protest the war in Iraq, conservatives debated their own divisions over the coming troop "surge" and the war's larger role in the war on terrorism.

Iran's Holocaust Denial Prompts Survivor to Speak Out

Aleena Shakeel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 05:15:14 GMT

More than six decades after she was rescued from the Nazis, Manya Friedman has been so outraged by Iran's attempts to deny the Holocaust that she decided to start speaking publicly about her experiences.

Hargrove Proposes Holiday Rather Than Apology

Payton Hoegh — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 05:15:14 GMT

A Virginia delegate introduced legislation this week proposing a holiday to honor the end of slavery as an alternative to an official apology that, to much controversy, he refuses to support.

Suicide Attack Apparently Intended to Stop Palestinian Infighting

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:45:09 GMT

A Palestinian from the Gaza Strip managed to carry out a suicide bombing in the southern Israeli resort city of Eilat on Monday - more than 100 miles away from his home.

Fatah Blames Iran, Syria for Palestinian Violence

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 11:00:14 GMT

Egypt and Saudi Arabia offered to mediate a truce between rival Palestinian factions, which were fighting each other for a fifth straight day on Monday.

Terror Attack in Southern Israel

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:01:04 GMT

At least three people were killed in a suicide bombing in the southern Israeli resort city of Eilat on Monday morning.

Iran Defiant as UN Condemns Holocaust Denial

Patrick Goodenough — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 10:00:19 GMT

The United Nations General Assembly Friday adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution condemning denial of the Holocaust - but did so by consensus rather than by a recorded vote, thus allowing member states ambivalent on the matter to sidestep criticism.

Iran Threat Hovers Over US-Russia Missile Dispute

Sergei Blagov — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 05:15:12 GMT

Amid differing views over the potential security threat posed by Iran, the United States and Russia are exchanging verbal blows over U.S. proposals for a missile defense "umbrella" in eastern Europe and Russian plans to sell missiles to Tehran.

Helping Mexican Economy Key to Ending Illegal Immigration, Says Expert

Monisha Bansal — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Amid a growing national debate over how to deal with illegal aliens, one expert suggested Monday that the way to solve the immigration problem in the United States is to boost the Mexican economy.

'Inconvenient Truth' Producer Pens Kids' Global Warming Text

Randy Hall — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Move over, Chicken Little. A children's book planned for release in September is an attempt to "fill the minds of children with 'sky-is-falling' global warming hysteria," a Republican senator warns.

German Boy's Sex Change Result of Political Correctness, Group Says

Melanie Hunter — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:45:08 GMT

It's a medical first - a 14-year-old German boy became the youngest patient in history to begin treatment to prepare him for a sex change, but a conservative group says the boy's parents and doctors have been unfairly influenced by the homosexual lobby.

Conservatives Spar Over Immigration Policy

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 02:45:15 GMT

Conservative pundits sparred Sunday over the Bush administration's immigration policy, which some view as "amnesty" for the millions of illegal immigrants living in the United States.

Conservatives Debate the 'Race Card' in Politics

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 02:00:09 GMT

Political agitators who use "Al Sharpton rhetoric" are in a stronger position today because "spineless Republicans" have supported racial gerrymandering -- thus ensuring the election of divisive figures, said a member of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

Gingrich Backers Launch Campaign to Draft Him

Aleena Shakeel — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has said he will not announce his decision to compete in the 2008 presidential election until after Labor Day, but an online grassroots political campaign was launched nationally on Monday in an effort to convince him to run.

One More Supreme Court Appointment for President Bush?

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 03:45:09 GMT

Conservatives stand a strong chance of securing at least one more seat on the U.S. Supreme Court before President Bush leaves office, according to one conservative court-watcher.

Former Arkansas Governor Eyes Presidency

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 11:46:06 GMT

Hoping to become the second former Arkansas governor to take up residence in the White House, Republican Mike Huckabee on Sunday announced his intention to run for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination.

Mitt Romney Buffs His Conservative Credentials

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:45:16 GMT

America is at risk of becoming "the France of the 21\super st\nosupersub Century" unless policymakers curtail burdensome government policies and extravagant entitlement spending that work against the creative energies of free people, said former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney.

Gingrich: I'll Decide in September

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:30:12 GMT

Taking a swipe at politicians who already have declared plans to run for president in 2008, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said on Saturday that he would decide in September whether to seek the Republican nomination.