Alex Murashko

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Oct 23, 2012
Last Presidential Debate Holds Less Drama, Tweets
The final presidential debate featured less drama and less tweets than the previous two. While Mitt Romney and Barack Obama seemed to veer off the topic of foreign policy, which was supposed to be the main focus, those watching the debate and giving their opinions on Twitter appeared less amused.
Oct 22, 2012
LSU Apologizes for Editing Out Crosses in Photo, But New Policy No Better?
A group of Christian students at Louisiana State University who make it a tradition before football games to paint their bodies in school colors along with small crosses on their chests received an apology Monday from college officials who digitally erased the crosses from a photo. However, a statement from LSU suggests that any photo having a religious or political symbol will no longer be considered for any of its communications having to do with promoting the college.
Oct 22, 2012
Mark Burnett Talks About Fear, Bible Miniseries With Rick Warren
British-born entrepreneur Mark Burnett, who is the creator of such reality TV shows as Celebrity Apprentice, Shark Tank, Survivor and The Voice, said one of his fears is that of not making a "meaningful contribution" in life. Burnett was interviewed by best-selling author and pastor Rick Warren for a taped segment shown during a business summit at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif., on Friday.
Oct 19, 2012
Hispanic Voters' View on Gay Marriage Split Along Faith Lines
A rapidly growing number of Latinos support same-sex marriage, mirroring growing support among the general public, according to a recently released Pew Research Center survey. However, the majority of Hispanic evangelical Protestants remain opposed to same-sex marriage.
Oct 18, 2012
Perry Noble: Never Pretty When the Church Crawls in Bed With Politics
While a growing number of pastors appear to be pushing the envelope more than ever when it comes to mixing the Gospel with political opinions and in some cases endorsements, one well-known Christian leader said it's time to quit obsessing on candidates and party platforms.
Oct 17, 2012
Court Rules Missouri Town Can Restrict Westboro-Type Funeral Protests
A federal appeals court ruled in favor of a Missouri town's ordinance that restricts funeral picketing such as the controversial practice by Westboro Baptist Church. For several years prior to Tuesday's ruling, Westboro has been primarily protected in courts that cite the First Amendment.
Oct 17, 2012
Presidential Debate: Twitter Big Weapon in Political Battle Once Again
Twitter proved once again to be a very popular social scene during the second presidential debate with both conservatives and liberals clashing while Barack Obama and Mitt Romney battled during the town hall style meeting Tuesday evening.
Oct 16, 2012
What Is Intercessory Prayer for Healing?
The subject of intercessory prayer for healing was a bit foreign for Bible study leader Alan Huggett. When his small group arrived at the Center for Prayer Mobilization located in the San Jacinto Mountains for a weekend retreat he was not sure what to expect. Neither did the rest of the group.
Oct 16, 2012
10 Things First-Time Church Visitors Don't Want to Hear
A pastor in charge of community building and small groups feels it's so important for churches to make a good impression on first-time church visitors from the moment they walk onto a church campus that he's come up with a list of 10 statements that just might do the opposite and turn churchgoers away.
Oct 14, 2012
Interview: Roland Martin on the Black Vote and the Presidential Election
Roland Martin is the author of Listening to the Spirit Within: 50 Perspectives on Faith, Speak, Brother! A Black Man's View of America, and The First: President Barack Obama's Road to the White House as originally reported by Roland S. Martin. Martin was questioned about the importance of the African-American vote this coming presidential election. In addition, CP asked about his view on how black voters who are Christian may look at the political issues that are also matters of faith.