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Gaza's Sole Catholic Church Attacked, Three Killed in Israeli Tank Strike

The Israeli military is conducting an investigation into reports that a tank strike on the only Catholic church in Gaza, the Holy Family Church, resulted in the deaths of three people and injured several others. The Latin Patriarchate in Jerusalem condemned the strike at the Holy Family Church in Gaza City.

Reading the Bible Leads to Superior Self-Care Outcomes Compared to Other Activities
The American Bible Society (ABS) has released its annual State of the Bible report, revealing that reading the Bible yields better self-care outcomes than exercising, meditating, or spending time with friends.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Christian Songwriter Warns Against the Sin of Idol Worship
The songwriter behind several songs featured in the popular new animated Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters" issued a warning about the sin of idol worship while discussing the meaning behind songs.
G3 Ministries Names Scott Aniol as New President
G3 Ministries announced the appointment of Scott Aniol as its new president. Aniol has been with G3 since 2021, serving as executive vice president and editor-in-chief of G3 Press.

SBA Launches Center for Faith, Lifts Ban on Religious Groups' Disaster Relief

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the creation of a Center for Faith, signaling a reversal of policies implemented during the Biden administration that restricted faith organizations from accessing disaster relief loans. The Center for Faith aims to empower faith-based businesses, community organizations, and houses of worship.

Supreme Court Approves Trump’s Plan to Restructure Department of Education
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision Monday, overturned a prior ruling that had blocked the administration from scaling back the department’s scope. This decision came four months after President Donald Trump signed an executive order to close the department and “return authority over education to the states and local communities.”
John MacArthur, Renowned Pastor and Bible Teacher, Dies at 86; Evangelical Leaders Offer Tributes
Renowned preacher, pastor, author, and theologian John MacArthur passed away at the age of 86, shortly after being hospitalized with pneumonia. MacArthur was a major figure in the Christian world, known for his preaching at Grace Community Church, his books, leadership at The Master’s University, and his Grace to You media ministry.
Ben Mandrell to Lead Bellevue Baptist Church, Joe Walker Steers Lifeway Christian Resources
Bellevue Baptist Church in Tennessee has elected Ben Mandrell, CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, to succeed former Southern Baptist Convention President Steve Gaines as its senior pastor. Mandrell, 48, was selected following the church’s Sunday vote, which received nearly unanimous support, and he is scheduled to lead his first Sunday service on August 10.