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Russian Attack on Historic Kyiv Site Stirs Global Concern

June 16, 2026

On a recent overnight raid, Ukraine faced one of its most intense missile and drone strikes yet. Among the targets was the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a nearly 1, 000-year-old monastery and cathedral recognized as a key Christian site. The golden domes of this UNESCO World Heritage location lit up as flame

politics

The Pastor Running for Governor: Faith, Controversy, and a Rocky Path

June 16, 2026

Scott Bottoms calls himself a man on a mission, but not the kind most voters expect. The Colorado Springs pastor turned lawmaker insists he never wanted the political spotlight, yet he now leads the Republican race for governor. His reasoning? "God called me to this, " he says, blending faith and po

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Visiting Roots and Rebuilding Connections: A Canadian Leader’s Irish Journey

June 15, 2026

Mark Carney’s recent trip to Ireland wasn’t just about tracing family history—it was also about rethinking how countries work together. While standing in his grandparents’ ancestral village of Aughagower, the Canadian prime minister met distant relatives he never knew he had. The village church, whe

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A Spanish leader finds unexpected support in tough times

June 15, 2026

Spain’s prime minister recently showed up at a major Catholic event, something his party usually avoids. He joined Pope Leo XIV for a week of activities across the country, including blessings for a famous cathedral. While his party has clashed with the church for years, this visit gave him a chance

religion

Young men find new purpose in faith

June 15, 2026

A quiet shift is happening in America. Young men in their twenties are showing up in churches more often than older adults these days. Polls show 42% of young men now say religion plays a big role in their lives—up 14% from just last year. That’s the highest level in 25 years. What’s behind this ch

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Why American Faith Got So Messy

June 15, 2026

Long before America became a superpower, its religious scene was a messy mix of rules and rebellion. In the late 1700s, preachers like Jeremiah Moore got arrested just for sharing their faith in public. The government preferred everyone stick to the official church, but Moore kept speaking out anywa

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A Call for Moral Clarity in Politics

June 14, 2026

The author questions how politics can cross into clear moral wrongs. He recalls childhood friends who were Jewish, whose families survived the Holocaust. These memories made him think about how some churches once sided with Nazis. Now he looks at current events. He says that the Trump ad

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Aliens, Faith, and the Big Questions About Life Beyond Earth

June 14, 2026

The idea of life on other planets used to sound like something from old sci-fi movies. Now, it’s popping up in serious places—like government reports and religious talks. Recent years have seen a surge in discussions about UFOs, or UAPs as officials call them. The Pentagon released thousands of file

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Community Support: Churches Host Big Events This Month

June 13, 2026

If you live in Baton Rouge, there is so much going on locally! Different faith groups are stepping up this month to support huge community issues. It shows how important it is for different organizations to help everyone. For example, one church is celebrating Pride Month all through June. They are

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Why Are Young Men Shifting Their Views?

June 13, 2026

A recent survey suggested a major trend: many young men are becoming more committed to traditional beliefs. They appear to be moving toward greater social conservatism. This change is sparking big conversations among experts and commentators alike. It makes people wonder about the bigger picture of