Pastor Tim Keller at TogetherLA Conference: The Gospel “Absolutely Has Social Implications”

Church Mar 02, 2015 04:24 PM ESTPastor Tim Keller, the lead pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York, was featured as one of the main plenary speakers for the TogetherLA Conference, a conference at which individuals from various backgrounds gathered to learn and discuss how they can more actively love the city of Los Angeles. On Friday morning, which was focused on the social challenges of Los Angeles...

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Interview with Pastor Benjamin Israel Robinson: Building Confidence in Identity, Generationally and Ethnically

Pastor Benjamin Israel Robinson is the lead pastor of Living Hope Christian Center, a missions-focused and charismatic church of 300 located in Emeryville, CA. Robinson leads the church alongside his wife, Sunhee Son ... ... ...

LAPD Officers Shoot Homeless Man in Altercation

On Sunday, Los Angeles Police Officers fired several shots at a homeless man, killing him. Officials state that the officers shot the man after he reached for an officer’s firearm. Several witnesses were at the scene when ...

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TogetherLA Conference Highlights Leaders at the Forefront of Addressing Specific Social Needs of Los Angeles

Of the various aspects that characterize Los Angeles, the ones that tug at the heart of many are the social issues—homelessness, gang violence, sex trafficking, at-risk youth, poverty, and many more. These are the very issues that were discussed ...

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With Kelly Osbourne exiting the E! style series ‘Fashion Police’ last February 27, Friday, the network is reportedly looking for big names who can replace the 30-year-old TV presenter; these may include Khloe Kardashian and NeNe Leakes. ...

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Recognized as one of the most popular animated shows on TV, Cartoon Network's ‘Adventure Time’ is currently being developed at Warner Bros. as an animated feature film, although an official release date is yet to be announced. ...

Leonardo DiCaprio To Take On Multiple Personalities in New Film

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AVG generated a list of the top ten apps that instantly use up battery power and can have a negative impact on a smartphone’s performance. Although some of the apps included in the list have been expected, such as Facebook and Instagram, the other ...

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Nation

FCC Vote Results in Tighter Regulation of Internet in Favor of Net Neutrality

The Federal Communications Commission approved tighter regulation of the Internet on Thursday. In a vote of 3-2 along party lines, the independent organization voted in favor of regulations that would ensure net neutrality. ...

ISIS in New York? Three Men Apprehended for Trying to Join Militant Group

Three men were apprehended in New York, after trying to join ISIS. One of them even agreed to kill U.S. President Barack Obama if he will be asked to, according to reports. ...

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Jihadi John of ISIS' Identity Revealed

Jihadi John's, also known as Jailer John, identity has been revealed. The ISIS militant who has been beheading prisoners was reported to be Londoner Mohammed Emwazi. ...

Activists Claim More than 250 Christians Abducted by ISIL in Last Three Days

An activist reported on Thursday that the Islamic State has abducted more than 250 Assyrian Christians in northeastern Syria in the past three days. The abductions, which began on Monday, have forced thousands of villagers in a cluster of 11 villages ...

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"Truth Matters" Conference: Equipping the Younger Generation to Confidently and Graciously Defend Their Faith

The younger generation in the church has been a focal point for many ministry leaders, as the culture of mainstream media and even what is being taught in schools seem to stand in opposition with the Christian faith. To build confidence and wisdom in ...

'Holistic Theology' Brings Together Apsects of Various Existent Theologies

Dr. Myung-Yong Kim, the president of the Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary (PUTS), advocated that the 130 years of Korean Christian history has resulted in the fruit of a 'Holistic Theology,' and asked that the Korean immigrant church ...

Mission

Korean Seminarians Come Together to Intercede for the Nation and World

Korean seminarians who are studying in the southern California region have been gathering every month to pray for world missions, the U.S., Korea, Korean reunification, and various other topics. These prayer gatherings started last month,... ...

"Mission Is a Work Started by God, and He Will Finish It"

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Ministries

Stepping Stone Mission Offers Spiritual Training for the Homeless in Atlanta

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KCCD Gives Thanks in Celebration of the New Year: "God Is at Work Amongst Us"

Korean Churches for Community Development (KCCD) held a reception to honor its partners, celebrate its service during 2014, and share visions for 2015 at its New Year’s Kick-Off & Partner Appreciation Reception at the Belasco Theater on Feb. 9. A ...

Society

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Kayla Mueller was captured by ISIS in August of 2013, and her family in the United States issued a statement confirming her death. ...

Chief Justice of Alabama Supreme Court Orders Judges to Refrain from Issuing Marriage Licenses to Gay Couples

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Life

American Sniper Widow Taya Kyle Shares Message on Hope, Love and Prayers for Valentine's Weekend

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