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5 Christian praise & worship songs for Easter
With more and more artists putting a contemporary twist on classic hymns, it will be good to hear some new Christian tracks to add to your celebration. Here are five songs (a mix of old and new) to add in your Easter playlist.
Trump tells advisers he wants U.S. out of Syria
President Donald Trump has told advisers he wants an early exit of U.S. troops from Syria, a stance that may put him at odds with U.S. military officials who see the fight against Islamic State as nowhere near complete.

Government gives £1.8 million to help make sustainable future for places of worship
The two-year £1.8 million scheme will be piloted in urban and rural areas in England
'I've never been so happy' - Nobel winner Malala in Pakistan
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai says she has pined for her home in Pakistan's picturesque Swat Valley, even as she recalled two years living in fear under the Taliban's harsh interpretation of Islamic law.

For one Catholic parish in China, division and confusion as historic deal looms
News of the impending deal between China and the Vatican has split communities of Catholics across China, according to some critics like Cardinal Joseph Zen in Hong Kong.

Christian singer, ex-preacher leads Costa Rica presidential election polls
Will Fabricio Alvarado Munoz become the Central American country's new president come April 1?

Evangelical leaders start 40-day fast to call for immigration reform
Evangelical pastors of Hispanic congregations have reportedly begun a 40-day fast to call for reform of U.S. immigration policies.

5 Books Christians must read
It's good to hear God's workings from the perspective of others, and for some, their real life testimonials. Let these books inspire you and give you more wisdom to share the gospel with others.

What is the purpose of marriage according to the Bible?
As Christians, we must know what the true purpose of marriage is so that when you get married or already married, you can focus on achieving such goals. Here is the purpose of marriage.

Joyce Meyer jokes she's tempted to get a tattoo just to rile up 'religious people'
Getting a tattoo has been the subject of debate among Christians for years but the pastor shared why she's convinced it's fine

NBC drama 'Rise' criticized for airing anti-Christian storyline during Holy Week
NBC's "Rise" is a new high school musical drama series but some Christians aren't happy with one storyline involving a gay character.

3 things we receive because the temple veil was torn in two
At Jesus' death on the cross, something spectacular happened: the temple veil was torn in two.

5 Daily Devotion Ideas for Easter, Good Friday
Holy Week is a splendid time to reflect and dig deep into your faith. Use these questions to reflect on how you've been as a Christian, your understanding of the gospel, and how you can be more worthy of God's love.

No more pain for Philippines devotee nailed to cross for 32nd time
A Philippines man who has been nailed to a cross every Easter for the past 32 years in a Good Friday re-enactment of Jesus Christ's crucifixion says he no longer feels any pain from his wounds.

Division and confusion for Catholic parish in China, as historic deal looms
Like many Chinese Catholics, Lin Jinqing was shocked when news trickled through to him of an impending deal between Beijing and the Vatican that would end a long dispute over control of the Church in China.

Who was Joseph of Arimathea?
All four Gospels say a man named Joseph, from Arimathea, took charge of Jesus' body after his crucifixion.