At Capitol, Bush Saluted as ‘Gentle Soul,’ ‘Great Man’

The nation’s capital embraced George H.W. Bush in death Monday with solemn ceremony and high tributes to his service and decency, as the remains of the 41st president took their place in the Capitol rotunda for three days of mourning and praise by the political elite and everyday citizens alike.

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'In God We Trust' Returning to Public Schools, Buildings in More States

Florida is one of a handful of states that passed laws in 2018 requiring or permitting schools and other public buildings to prominently post the words "In God We Trust."  Now other state legislatures want to signify God's presence in their schools and public buildings as well.

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Twitter Shuts Down Popular Feminist Who Said 'Men Aren't Women'

All it took was for Meghan Murphy to say the wrong thing on the controversial topic of gender identity for Twitter to suspend her account.

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Mike Huckabee's Challenge: Live a Life that is 'Done Well'

Former Governor Mike Huckabee wants to change contemporary culture's ideals of "living in the moment" and instead encourages others to live a life that will continue to resonate long after we're gone.

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Rare December Tornadoes Wreak Havoc in Central US

Residents in central Illinois on Sunday assessed the damage after rare December tornadoes, including one the day before that was a half-mile-wide, ripped roofs off homes, downed power lines and injured at least 20 people.

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Alaska Putting Together Pieces After Massive Earthquake

The supply chain of food and other goods delivered to the Port of Anchorage from the Lower 48 has not been disrupted by the powerful earthquake that caused widespread damage to roads in the Anchorage area.

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Economist Predicts 'Trumponomics' Will Keep the US Economy Strong

Economist Stephen Moore talks about his new book, Trumponomics. He says Trump's economic policies will usher in a new era of prosperity for all Americans.

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Inspiring Couple Who Made Ultimate Sacrifice to Adopt Baby Receive Shocking Surprise

Adoption is a costly endeavor, but one that many people courageously embark on in an effort to complete their families. Anthony and Erin Laney of Tennessee, like so many others, felt called to adopt, but they initially had no idea how much it would cost.

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Hundreds of Aftershocks Shake Alaskans Following Big Quake

Back-to-back earthquakes measuring 7.0 and 5.7 cracked highways and rocked buildings Friday in Anchorage and the surrounding area, sending people running into the streets and briefly triggering a tsunami warning for islands and coastal areas south of the city. Aftershocks Saturday continued to fray nerves. U.S. Geological Survey Geophysicist Paul Caruso said there have been 545 aftershocks, including the 5.7 magnitude shaker that came almost immediately after Friday’s big quake. Eleven have had magnitudes of 4.5 or greater.

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Trump to Name Dec. 5 as National Day of Mourning for George H.W. Bush

In addition to Wednesday being designated as a National Day of Mourning, a state funeral is being planned for former President George H.W. Bush. He served as the nation's 41st president after a career of public service that included jobs as vice president, ambassador, CIA director and a member of Congress. 

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Faith Leaders and Other Public Figures Praise George H.W. Bush for His Life of Service

Several faith leaders across the country were also praising the life and service of former President George H.W. Bush on Saturday.

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Nephew of Famed Baker Jack Phillips Became a Christian After Seeing His Uncle Defend the Faith

The nephew of Christian baker Jack Phillips, the man embroiled in the famed and protracted “gay cake” legal battle has reportedly given his life to Jesus following his uncle’s ordeal.

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Christian Couple Wins Major Victory in Battle Over Nativity Scene

A Christian couple from Idaho was handed a major victory after a four-year battle that came as a result of religious discrimination.

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200 Years of ‘Silent Night’: Singers Mark Carol’s Birthday

One of the most famous songs of Christmas was celebrated Tuesday as it approaches its 200th anniversary, with a concert at the New York City church where “Silent Night” is believed to have been sung in the United States for the first time and where a priest was the first to publish an English translation of the Austrian carol.

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Jewish Columbia Professor 'Almost Passed Out' After Seeing Office Spray-Painted with Swastikas

When Professor Elizabeth Midlarsky opened the door to her office at Columbia University she was shocked to see what was on the other side. 

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Pro-Life Group Urges Congress to Halt Planned Parenthood Agenda, Cut Off Funding

Planned Parenthood's new president, Dr. Leana Wen, is setting the agenda for the nation's largest abortion provider. While Dr. Wen believes abortion services should be included in basic health care, President of Students for Life  Kristan Hawkins says the Planned Parenthood agenda is much darker.

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10K Socks in a Dorm Room: Christian College Student Builds Company That Helps the Homeless

It all started with a visit to a homeless shelter. That led to a vision for a company that would sell socks to help the homeless and at one point, Keaton Hendricks found himself with 10,000 pairs in his dorm room.

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What Are Conditions Really Like In the Government's Tent City for Immigrant Youth – And How Can Churches Serve Them?

A group of pastors and leaders toured the Trump administration's shelter for immigrant youth in Tornillo, Texas this week. They didn't expect to see what they saw. 

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'THIS is Church': Pastor John Gray Invites Single Moms, Widows and Vets to Take What They Need From Church Offering

Pastor John Gray of Relentless Church in Greenville, South Carolina, recently took up a special love offering for members of his church who are in need this holiday season.

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Woman Faces Online Bullying for Keeping Baby Conceived in Rape: 'The Other Side Just Finds It Abhorrent'

Four years ago, Jennifer Christie was raped and left for dead.  She later learned that she was pregnant with her rapist's child and chose to keep the baby. Since the attack, Christie has been sharing her painful but redemptive story. Abortion activists have been bullying her with threatening message over her pro-life decision.

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