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Archaeologists announced the discovery of a fresco with a rare depiction of Jesus on it. In August, archaeologists in Turkey discovered a fresco with a Roman-looking Jesus portrayed as the “Good Shepherd.” The fresco was discovered in an underground tomb in the village of Hisardere near Iznik, the birthplace of the Nicene Creed in 325…

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A new decision by Quebec City officials to remove a crucifix from their council chamber has ignited debate across the province, once known as one of North America’s most deeply Catholic societies. The council voted to relocate the crucifix, which had hung above the chamber since the 1930s, to the city’s heritage collection, citing the…

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When a raging fire tore through Ruth Mary Repuyan’s home in Ilocos Sur, Philippines, she thought her family had lost everything. The blaze, which erupted on November 27, left their house reduced to charred remains — blackened debris, twisted metal, and the haunting smell of smoke marking what used to be their home. But amid…

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The next chapter has begun for Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas. On Sunday, Jonathan Evans—former NFL player and son of well-known pastor and author Tony Evans—was formally installed as the church’s new lead pastor. The milestone comes two months after church elders restored Tony Evans, 75, to ministry following his completion of a…

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A metal detectorist in Norway made an incredible discovery: a 900-year-old figurine of Jesus Christ. Metal detectorist Kim Erik Dybvik’s hobby began as a child while living in a remote part of Norway where his father worked as a lightkeeper. The islet where he grew up was filled with volcanic rock, which sparked his imagination…

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