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Berita 29 April 2026 344 views

The “Wife School” Phenomenon in the U.S.: Submission, and the Promise of Marital Harmony

An online program called “Wife School” in the U.S. promotes “proactive submission” in marriage, sparking debate over faith, gender roles, and the balance between harmony and equal…

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Berita 29 April 2026 320 views

For the First Time, Israel Appoints Special Envoy to the Christian World

Israel appoints George Deek as its first special envoy to the Christian world amid controversies in Lebanon and Jerusalem. Here’s what to know

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Berita 29 April 2026 273 views

Egyptian Convert to Christianity Faces Terrorism Trial, Allegations of Abuse in Detention

An Egyptian man who converted to Christianity faces terrorism charges in Cairo, with rights groups alleging abuse in detention and raising concerns over religious freedom

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Berita 29 April 2026 317 views

Coptic Christian Researcher in Egypt Appeals Five-Year Prison Sentence Over YouTube Content

An Egyptian Coptic Christian researcher, Augustinos Samaan, has appealed a five-year prison sentence over YouTube content, raising concerns about religious freedom and blasphemy l…

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Berita 29 April 2026 324 views

Biblical-Era Site Revealed: Massive Ancient Water Ritual Complex Discovered in Pelusium

A massive 2,200-year-old water ritual complex discovered in ancient Pelusium sheds new light on religious practices, cultural exchange, and possible links to biblical history

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Berita 28 April 2026 323 views

Only 5 Percent of White Evangelicals See Trump as Highly Religious, Despite Broad Support for His Policies

A Pew survey finds only 5 percent of white evangelicals view Donald Trump as highly religious, even as most say he defends their beliefs, highlighting a gap between faith and poli…

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Berita 28 April 2026 354 views

Global Christianity Continues to Grow, but Faces Mounting Challenges

Global Christianity continues to grow in 2026, but faces major challenges including demographic shifts, urbanization, and rising persecution across regions

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Berita 28 April 2026 270 views

Pope Leo XIV Meets First Female Archbishop of Canterbury, Urges Greater Christian Unity

Pope Leo XIV meets Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally at the Vatican, highlighting efforts toward Christian unity despite enduring doctrinal differences

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Berita 28 April 2026 369 views

Plant DNA Found on the Shroud of Turin Points to Centuries of Contamination, Study Suggests

A new genetic study finds plant DNA on the Shroud of Turin, suggesting centuries of contamination and adding complexity to the debate over its authenticity

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