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Posted By: Virginia Christian Alliance November 21, 2024

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Texas Advances Bible-Based Curriculum in Schools

The Texas State Board of Education has approved the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for elementary schools, which incorporates Christian references. This decision, made by an 8-7 vote, has sparked debate over the role of religion in public education.

Read more:  WSJ

Swiss Church Introduces AI ‘Jesus’ for Confessions

A church in Switzerland has introduced an AI hologram of Jesus, named Deus in Machina, to interact with worshippers and provide advice in multiple languages. This initiative has raised ethical concerns about the role of technology in religious practices.

Read more: New York Post

Passing of Pastor Tony Campolo

Tony Campolo, an influential pastor and advocate for social justice, passed away at 89. Known for his bold calls for social reform and critique of Evangelical leaders, Campolo served as a spiritual adviser to former President Bill Clinton and authored 35 books over his 65-year career.

Read more: The Sun

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Christian Groups Threaten to Withdraw Funds from Banks Financing Fossil Fuels

An alliance of 71 Christian groups has issued an ultimatum to banks to cease financing new fossil fuel projects or risk losing their business. This move underscores a broader shift in financial and institutional accountability driven by ethical and environmental imperatives. The Times UK

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Ancient ‘Jesus is God’ Inscription Discovered

Archaeologists have uncovered the ‘Megiddo Mosaic,’ a 1,800-year-old inscription declaring ‘Jesus is God.’ This significant find provides evidence that early Christians believed in Jesus’ divinity long before the Council of Nicaea formalized this belief.

Read more: The Scottish Sun

Iran’s President Urges Pope Francis to Help Stop Middle East War

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on Pope Francis to use his influence with Christian governments to help stop the war in the Middle East, urging the Pope to encourage world leaders to prevent aggressions by Israel.

Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/irans-president-calls-pope-francis-use-influence-stop-war-middle-east-2024-11-20/

Ohio’s New Program for Public Funding of Christian Schools Faces Opposition

Ohio has initiated a program allowing public funds to support Christian schools, drawing opposition from advocates of the separation of church and state. Critics argue this practice is unconstitutional, with taxpayer money directly financing religious education.

Read more: AP

White Evangelical Voters Show Steadfast Support for Donald Trump

Donald Trump has maintained strong support from white evangelical Christian voters, securing about 8 in 10 of their votes in the recent election. This support was crucial to his victory and mirrors the levels he received in 2020.

Read more: WSJ

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