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‘Being a celebrity kills you’: Marco Barrientos calls for end to toxic celebrity culture in church at COICOM 2025
In one of the most candid moments of the COICOM 2025 congress, Mexican singer and pastor Marco Barrientos called for an end to what he described as a growing “celebrity culture” in the evangelical church, warning that it carries dangerous spiritual and emotional consequences. -
Canadian Christian lawyers urge government to preserve charitable status for religious groups
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American conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah speaking event
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‘Because you’re breathing, you matter’: on World Suicide Prevention Day, evangelist and abuse survivor Dean Sikes urges youth to have hope in God
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Canadian euthanasia doctor says housing concerns could justify assisted death
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Biola University honors late campus safety chief John Ojeisekhoba, international leader in higher education security
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Christian leaders in Nigeria call for stronger ties with Muslims during Eid el-Maulud
Nigeria’s Christian leaders have called for stronger interfaith relationships between Christians and Muslims to foster peace and unity as Muslims in the country marked Eid el-Maulud, the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad. -

Marriages continue to decline in New Zealand, evangelicals urge commitment to healthy unions
Marriage rates in New Zealand have reached historic lows, according to new government data, prompting the New Zealand Christian Network (NZCN) to affirm the value of strong marriages for families and society. -

Visually impaired Kenyan gospel singer announces 2027 Presidential bid, says leadership 'is not about sight but vision'
Renowned Kenyan gospel musician and activist Reuben Kigame has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 General Election, stating he is actively preparing to be on the ballot. Kigame, who was barred from the 2022 presidential race due to political party technicalities, views his renewed bid as a continuation of an unfinished journey. -

Polynesian Anglican woman joins traditional voyage to voice youth concerns at Pacific Islands Forum
A traditional canoe carrying young Pacific activists sailed into Honiara this week, bringing a call for climate justice, peace and ocean protection as leaders gathered for the Pacific Islands Forum. The voyage was timed to coincide with the opening of the regional summit on Monday, Sept. 8. A young Anglican woman from Polynesia, 20-year-old Kakala Tevi of Tongan and Fijian heritage, has joined other young people on the sailing mission to underline contemporary issues of importance to her generat -

Church leaders denounce flood control corruption scandal in Philippines as ‘moral abomination’
Church leaders in the Philippines have issued a sweeping condemnation of alleged large-scale corruption in the country’s flood control projects, warning that the misuse of billions of pesos has worsened the suffering of ordinary citizens during recent typhoons and floods. Their statement adds moral and spiritual weight to mounting political pressure as Congress and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. intensify probes into the projects. -

Viral TikTok of Namibian teacher raises awareness on childhood abuse prevention
A Namibian elementary school teacher has drawn international attention after a video of her using music to teach first graders about personal boundaries went viral on TikTok. The teacher, identified as Gelda Waterboer, is shown in the clip standing before her class and singing a simple melody with clear instructions for children on how to respond to inappropriate behavior. -

Colombia: Petro government proposes churches pay taxes on commercial activities
The government of Gustavo Petro has introduced a sweeping tax reform bill in Congress that would require churches in Colombia to pay income tax on their commercial activities. Worship-related work such as congregational meetings, Masses, services, or prayers would remain exempt.
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