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Iran's predominantly Muslim national football team picks first Christian captain
For the first time in history, Iran's predominantly Shia Muslim national football team will be led by a proud Christian.

ABC pulls 'Of Kings and Prophets' from its Fall schedule due to poor ratings
The biblical saga "Of Kings and Prophets" has just been pulled by ABC Network from its Fall schedule, and a major casting change and reboot has been set for the series.

Country star Willie Nelson: 'I've never doubted the genius of Christ's moral message'
Rebellious Christian country singer Willie Nelson is a firm believer of God, and even though there are some people who might question his faith and think that his Christian values lean more towards the unconventional side, the singer maintains that his love for God never wavered.

Benedictine monks believe Georgian chants can help make people's lives better
The Benedictine monks of Norcia truly believe that Gregorian chants will make people's lives better, especially since music can help heal the soul.

Pat Buchanan: US status as Christian nation on the decline, churches becoming irrelevant
American conservative commentator and author Pat Buchanan has lamented that the status of the United States as a "Christian nation" is on the decline, and he sadly noted that churches have become irrelevant to today's youth.

Christian game app 'Buddy Quest' teaches kids how to apply faith-based virtues
A lot of parents are hesitant to let their kids play games on their phones or tablets, and for good reason - there are a lot of games out there that promote violence and inappropriate adult content. In hopes of addressing these concerns, a Colorado-based company called Lifetree Family has developed a game called "Buddy Quest" that aims to instill good Christian values among children.

Lysa TerKeurst encourages Christians to seek God first before making a decision
Bestselling Christian author Lysa TerKeurst is encouraging Christians to seek God first everytime they have an important decision to make.

Duggar family pastor slams Bruce Jenner's transition to Caitlyn: 'It's a sin against God'
The Duggar family pastor Ronnie Floyd believes that Bruce Jenner's transition into becoming a woman named Caitlyn is a "sin against God," and even thinks it's sad that Jenner claims to think like a woman now.

Religious leaders call on US to support abortions for ISIS and Boko Haram rape victims
A group of religious leaders and health experts yesterday called on President Obama to provide access to funding so that women who have been raped by terrorists abroad can have abortions.

Secularists condemn Blair's anti-extremism proposals
Anti-extremism proposals backed by Tony Blair would have a "massive chilling effect on free speech," the National Secular Society (NSS) has warned.

Catholic Church 'flourishing' as African and Asian priests become missionaries to the UK
Thriving churches in the developing world are sending clergy to Europe to help meet a growing shortage.

Richard Dawkins: Deepak Chopra's New Age spirituality even worse than organised religion
Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins has welcomed the news that religious practice in America has declined, but said those who profess to have no religion often take up "something even worse".

Princess Charlotte's Christening: Justin Welby to conduct service in July
Princess Charlotte will be christened by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby on July 5, Kensington Palace announced today.

Christian pastor on trial in Sudan: 'God chose me to suffer'
Two Christian pastors currently on trial in Sudan have said they are not afraid, despite the fact that they could face the death penalty, because of their faith in God.

Church of England bans lobby groups from interfering over women bishops
Lobby groups and special interest organisations in the Church of England will be barred from complaining about clergy or bishops over the new rules on make and female bishops.

Pastor who ran Kardashian youth group backs Caitlyn Jenner
Caitlyn knows who Jesus is, and Jesus knows her by name, says Josh Cobia.