Luiza Oleszczuk

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  May 4, 2012

  Nebraska, 3 US Cities Establish 'Day of Reason' Following California's Example

  Three U.S. cities along with Nebraska joined in the effort to establish a National Day of Reason this year, with local politicians signing proclamations making the first Thursday of May such a day of observance. The movement was created as a counter-balance to the National Day of Prayer, which some critics consider unconstitutional.

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  May 4, 2012

  Chen Guangcheng to Leave China for Study Abroad Program in US?

  In what has become a closely watched international diplomatic and human rights crisis, Chinese authorities said Friday they would consider allowing blind dissident Chen Guangcheng to leave the country to study abroad in the United States.

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  May 3, 2012

  National Day of Prayer Participants Call for Wisdom and Unity

  The 61st annual National Day of Prayer saw participants focus on emphasizing their belief that the United States is a nation founded under God, and featured prayers that President Barack Obama and other political leaders would use wisdom in their roles.

• May 2, 2012

  National Day of Prayer Coincides With 50th Anniversary of Ban on School Prayer

  As Americans prepare to observe the 61st annual National Day of Prayer this week, the usual debate over interpretation of the First Amendment of the Constitution, specifically the Establishment Clause, also takes center stage -– and so might the landmark decision banning prayer in public schools.

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  May 2, 2012

  Activist Chen Guangcheng Reportedly Leaves US Embassy After Threats by Chinese Officials

  Supporters worldwide breathed a moderate sigh of relief when word came Wednesday that blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng had been transported to a hospital for treatment under the protection of U.S. diplomats. However, it was also revealed that Chen reportedly left the U.S. Embassy under duress from the Chinese government.

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  May 2, 2012

  Russian Activist Arrested on Way to Prayer Vigil to 'Deliver' Russia From Putin

  A young Russian opposition activist was arrested on his way to Moscow's landmark Christ the Savior Cathedral for a prayer vigil organized in hopes of "delivering" Russia from Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who is soon to begin his third term as president.

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  May 1, 2012

  Dan Savage Stands by 'Bible Is BS' Remarks, Apologizes for Calling Christian Students 'Pansies'

  Gay rights activist Dan Savage, facing increasing criticism for his "hypocritical" behavior and profanity-laced remarks about the Bible before a group of students at a seminar, has chosen to stand by his statements while apologizing for calling students who protested "pansies."

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  Apr 30, 2012

  Christians Call on Obama to Protect Blind Chinese Activist Chen Guangcheng

  Christian activists called on the Obama Administration Sunday during a prayer vigil to protect blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng, who managed to escape from confinement and is believed to be in hiding at the U.S. Embassy in China.

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  Apr 30, 2012

  Bobby Schuller, Choir Director and Former Congregants Return to Crystal Cathedral

  Less than two months after founding pastor Robert H. Schuller and his family left Crystal Cathedral Ministries over financial and leadership disputes, the Rev. Bobby Schuller, the elder Schuller's grandson, returned to the California megachurch on Sunday and was announced as a new regular guest speaker.

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  Apr 13, 2012

  Mark Driscoll's Speaking Invitation at Liberty University Sparks Controversy

  Virginia-based Liberty University's decision to invite Mars Hill Church pastor Mark Driscoll as a guest speaker has stirred controversy, especially after a blogger with ties to the conservative Christian school claimed trustees told him Driscoll was not welcome on campus.