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'Tolkien' movie director on honoring life, legacy of 'Lord of the Rings' author (interview)
'Tolkien' movie director on honoring life, legacy of 'Lord of the Rings' author (interview)

As a child growing up in Finland, filmmaker Dome Karukoski felt an unusually strong kinship with fantasy author J.R.R. Tolkien.

Steffany Gretzinger leaving Bethel Music after 10 years
Steffany Gretzinger leaving Bethel Music after 10 years

Known for leading thousands in corporate worship, Steffany Gretzinger announced that she will be leaving her home church, Bethel, where she spent the past decade per the "Lord's" leading.

Christian rugby player Israel Folau says his 'head is held high' after breach of conduct
Christian rugby player Israel Folau says his 'head is held high' after breach of conduct

Christian rugby player Israel Folau says his "head is held high" after being found guilty of breaching Rugby Australia's player code of conduct.

Christian rugby player committed 'high level breach' of player conduct, panel finds
Christian rugby player committed 'high level breach' of player conduct, panel finds

Australian rugby player Israel Folau is waiting to hear what punishment awaits him after a three-person panel concluded he committed a "high level" breach of player conduct.

The man who painted Jesus
The man who painted Jesus

April 30 marked the 127th birthday of an artist whose name you probably don't know, but his work may be the most widely distributed of the 20th century.

Australian rugby player Samu Kerevi responds to backlash over 'I love you Jesus'
Australian rugby player Samu Kerevi responds to backlash over 'I love you Jesus'

Australian rugby player Samu Kerevi of the Wallabies, who apologised to fans who were offended because he declared "I love you Jesus" over Easter, has clarified his comments after an uproar on social media.

Mariah Carey gives God the credit after winning Billboard Icon Award
Mariah Carey gives God the credit after winning Billboard Icon Award

Pop-superstar Mariah Carey, known for her countless number one hits and elaborate ensembles, was honored with the Billboard Icon Award Wednesday night.

Wife of For King & Country frontman opens up on the feelings of hatred she had to battle in her marriage
Wife of For King & Country frontman opens up on the feelings of hatred she had to battle in her marriage

Singers Moriah Peters and Joel Smallbone of for King & Country have become a staple couple in contemporary Christian music for several years now, but during her second "I Am Second" video testimony, Moriah admitted that it's been a battle.

White House to screen pro-life movie 'Gosnell'
White House to screen pro-life movie 'Gosnell'

The movie, starring Dean Cain, pulled in millions at the box office despite having only a limited release

What happens at Kanye West's new 'Sunday Service' events, according to Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian
What happens at Kanye West's new 'Sunday Service' events, according to Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian

The famous Kardashian sisters were on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" this week and while there, Kim, Kourtney and Khloe finally revealed what actually goes on during Kanye West's new "Sunday Service" events.

Pro-life movie 'Unplanned' surpasses box office expectations despite Twitter suspension
Pro-life movie 'Unplanned' surpasses box office expectations despite Twitter suspension

The movie, about the life of abortionist turned pro-life activist Abby Johnson, earned double what it was expected to despite being slapped with an R rating and having almost no advertising exposure

Justin Bieber says God's grace is 'reliable' as he works on some 'deep rooted issues'
Justin Bieber says God's grace is 'reliable' as he works on some 'deep rooted issues'

Justin Bieber said in an update to fans on Monday that he was "very focused on repairing some of the deep rooted issues" he is struggling with but that God's grace is "reliable"

Katy Perry says church helped her get a guitar when her family had no money
Katy Perry says church helped her get a guitar when her family had no money

Katy Perry teared up in a recent episode of American Idol as she told one young contestant how the church bought her a guitar when her family didn't have any money.

Felicity Huffman, and Lori Loughlin and the US college admissions scandal - two biblical perspectives
Felicity Huffman, and Lori Loughlin and the US college admissions scandal - two biblical perspectives

Felicity Huffman is an Emmy winner and Oscar-nominated actress who is best known for her role in Desperate Housewives. She is also married to acclaimed actor William H. Macy.

Katy Perry sings church songs with Christian 'American Idol' contestant
Katy Perry sings church songs with Christian 'American Idol' contestant

"American Idol" judge Katy Perry tapped into her Christian singing roots on the competition Sunday, joining high school senior Drake McCain as he praised God with two classic gospel numbers.

Barbie at 60: instrument of female oppression or positive influence?
Barbie at 60: instrument of female oppression or positive influence?

Barbie Millicent Roberts is, arguably, the original "influencer" of young girls, pushing an image and lifestyle that can shape what they aspire to be like. So, at 60, how is the iconic Barbie stepping up to support her fellow women and girls?