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Orlando nightclub shooter's mosque damaged in arson attack
The mosque attended by the American Muslim mass murderer Omar Mateen has been damaged in an arson attack.

Catholic bishops to be trained in how to deal with sex abuse in the Church
As part of efforts to root out sexual abuse in the Catholic Church, newly appointed bishops will take part in training on how to deal with child abuse, it was announced on Monday.

US missionary to Russia faces appeal court over fine for evangelism
The US missionary charged in Russia with offences against the country's restrictive new religion law has asked for prayer in advance of his appeal hearing.

Clinton's pneumonia: 'I didn't think it was a big deal'
Democrat Hillary Clinton said on Monday she could resume presidential campaigning in a couple of days after a bout of pneumonia .

Donald Trump calls out media for mocking Christians
In a speech before social conservatives in Washington on Friday, the controversial businessman criticised American media organisations for their supposed mockery of Christians, while promising to champion religious liberty if he wins the U.S. presidency.
New Catholic schools allowed to be opened in the U.K.
More Roman Catholic schools may soon open in the United Kingdom after Prime Minister Theresa May's new government decided to lift a ban that prevented churches from opening new educational institutions.

Struggling with self-esteem? 4 prayers to boost your confidence
If you're battling with self-confidence, failing to see how the weak are blessed or just want to remind yourself that your weaknesses don't make you worthless, you may find these four prayers inspired by Scripture helpful.

Nine Bible verses to help you kick the Monday blues
Some of us might find that an invigorating exercise routine is what we need to kick the Monday blues, while for others an energising smoothie or shake might be the answer but whether or not you're up early enough to do either of those, there are some things that we can all benefit from injecting into our Monday routines, and Bible verses are one.

How to make your mark on the world the Christian way
The thought of making a positive impact in a big world with so many complex issues can be overwhelming. But there are so many little things that we can do to make big changes. While Jesus left a remarkable legacy from his time on earth, and made the ultimate sacrifice, he didn't overlook the significance of small acts of kindness.

Chinese officials prevent bishop, aide from leading faithful in 'China's Jerusalem'
The persecution of Christians in China continues to escalate, and not even high-ranking Roman Catholic officials sent by the Vatican have been spared from harassment.

Six superstitions it's common for us Christians to hold that we really shouldn't
Superstitions aren't just simply silly beliefs held by those outside the faith. We Christians can be just as superstitious, despite the Bible teaching that we shouldn't be

Benham Brothers say America is experiencing 'prophetic implications' of Isaiah 59
Identical twin brothers David and Jason Benham warned evangelical Christians during the Family Research Council's Values Voters Summit on Friday that America is currently feeling the "prophetic implications" of Isaiah 59, and as such Christians are now becoming the "prey" of secular society.

Mike Pence says faith is at the 'very core' of Donald Trump
Some people from the faith community still doubt the veracity of Donald Trump's Christian faith, but according to his running mate Mike Pence, there is no question as to the authenticity of the Republican presidential nominee's faith.

Natalie Grant promotes new book 'Finding Your Voice,' says brokenness doesn't define one's life, but God does
Christian singer Natalie Grant is promoting her new book called "Finding Your Voice," which hopes to help women "find their God-given voice" in this world filled with noise, compromise, and mockery.

5 ways you didn't know you were ruining your testimony
Because our testimony is crucial, it's important that we protect it by being wary of the way we live. Here are five ways that we ruin our testimony without even knowing about it at times.

Is bitterness overcoming your heart? Here's how the cross can set you free
Many people hold on to bitterness thinking that it can protect us better than God ever could or heal us better than God ever will, but that is deception from a world that wants you to remain hurt and an enemy that finds pleasure in seeing you defeated. God wants you healed and made whole.