LAST GENERATION NETWORK NEWS: "Christian Edition" NOVEMBER 29, 2013 - FRIDAY - Kislev 26, 5774
Black Friday Violence: Fights Break Out, Police Assaulted; #WalmartFights Tracks Incidents
A number of Black Friday-associated fights have broken out across the nation during one of the busiest shopping days of the year, with police having to break up brawls and open fire on suspects, and the Twitter hashtag #WalmartFights is tracking a number of the incidents.
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'The Voice' Fans Angered After 'Lord' Not Included in Performance
Some fans of NBC's hit show "The Voice" took to social media to express their anger after the word "Lord" was not included in a performance of the hymn "Will the Circle be Unbroken?" on Tuesday's episode.
Texas Churches to Take Part in Black Friday Alternative 'Bless Friday'
As millions of Americans go to the stores for frenzied shopping on the day after Thanksgiving, a group of Texas churches have sought to provide an alternative.
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Texas' Attorney General Greg Abbott Vows to Defend Gay Marriage Ban as Couples File Lawsuit
Two same-sex couples in Texas filed a federal lawsuit this week challenging the state's constitutional ban on same-sex marriage that was overwhelmingly approved by voters in 2005. The couples argue that the ban unconstitutionally prevents them from enjoying the benefits of married couples, while the state's Attorney General Greg Abbott has vowed to vigorously defend the ban.
The End of Marriage? 'Spreading the Gospel of Polyamory'
This week, ABC Nightline featured a married couple with their own TV show – not about duck hunting or crazy stunts, but about their "open" love-life, where both husband and wife sleep around, supposedly without jealousy.
CDC Reports HIV Concern Following Rise in Unprotected Sex by Gay Men
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a rise in unprotected sex by gay men, leading to fears of new human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections among the population.
New Jersey Looking to Ban Snacking, Smoking and Other Distracting Activities Behind the Wheel
A new bill in the state of New Jersey is seeking to ban drivers from snacking, smoking, gawking, in fact, doing just about anything that might distract their attention from the road. Some critics of the proposal, however, think the pitch might be a difficult sell.
'Chemical Abortions' by Planned Parenthood to Continue in Indiana After Judge Blocks New Abortion Law
A Planned Parenthood clinic in Lafayette, Indiana will be able to continue its practice of chemically-induced abortions after a federal judge granted an injunction on a new state law that would have imposed tighter restrictions on the clinic.
Ed Young of Fellowship Church to Star in Reality Show? Family Dubbed 'Christianized Version' of the Kardashians
(Photo: Fellowship Church/Wikimedia Creative Commons) Pastor Ed Young of Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas. Related Who Are the Megachurch Leaders Who Decide Elevation Church Pastor Steven Furtick's 'Secret' Salary and Influence His Ministry? Hell Is Real and Growing, Pastor Ed Young Jr. Says What Would Jesus Say to Kim Kardashian, LeBron James and Ellen DeGeneres? Ed Young, Jr., pastor of Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas, has been in talks with a Los Angeles producer and at least one network about him and his family starring in their own reality show.
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Largest Pentecostal Groups in the US Gather in Historic Meeting to 'Heal Scars'
Leaders from the Assemblies of God and Church of God in Christ participated in a historic meeting in Springfield, Mo., earlier this week, marking the first time two of America's largest Pentecostal movements gathered for dialogue.
'Bridge Ministry' Gives Thanksgiving Dinner to Over 1,000 Homeless People Living Under Bridges
A Georgia pastor began a small "bridge ministry" by feeding 50 homeless people who live under bridges and sharing the Gospel with them seven years ago. However, last weekend that number grew to 1,500 people who were in need of a pre-Thanksgiving dinner that was prepared and served by hundreds of volunteers.
Timothy Keller Waxes Poetic About the 'Magic' and Pleasures of Sex in Marriage
NYC megachurch pastor and influential author Timothy Keller was recently asked "why sex outside of marriage is so destructive" and in his response spoke personally about the intimacy he has enjoyed with his wife over the years.
Creflo Dollar's World Changers Church Providing 3,000 Boxes of Thanksgiving Essentials to Needy Families
Pastor Creflo Dollar's World Changers International Church in Georgia has sent 3,000 boxes with everything needed for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in the Atlanta area, as part of the "Thanksgiving Feeding Families" initiative.
Tim Tebow, Pope Benedict Named on List of Least Influential People
Men's magazine GQ recently released its list of "The 25 Least Influential People of 2013," which includes Christian quarterback Tim Tebow, a pope emeritus and the president of the United States.
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'Son of God' Movie Trailer is Released (VIDEO)
Fans of the "Bible" - both the television series and book - can get a first glimpse of the "Son of God" film in a trailer released this week.
'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Reminiscent of Early Church Martyrs, Christian Reviewers Say
"Catching Fire," the new sequel to "The Hunger Games," opened this past weekend. It broke the November box office record with a staggering $161.1 million, and Christian reviewers say the sacrifices in the film prove remarkably similar to the deaths of early Christians in the Roman coliseum.
The Bible Miniseries Goes on Tour; Mark Burnett and Roma Downey's Hit Biblical Epic to Go on 16 City Tour
Come March 2014, fans of the hit "Bible" television series will be able to swap their living room couches for concert seats. Following the next year's release of "Son of God," a 16-city music tour based on themes from the show will kick off.
Pope Francis Denounces 'Tyrannical' Economic System; Urges Protection for Poor, Unborn in First Major Work
In his first major written work as leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis denounced the world's "tyrannical" economic system while urging further support for the poor, arguing that the church must be poor and be for the poor.
Convoy of Hope Earmarks More Than 3 Million Meals for Survivors Philippines
British Football Player's Faith Surpasses Impossible Odds
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Christian B&B Owners Lose Supreme Court Case Over Refusal to Host Gay Couples
The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom has ruled against the Christian owners of a bed and breakfast hotel who refused to allow a gay couple to stay.
Over 70,000 Christians in Peru Gather for National Congress in Lima
Thousands of people throughout Peru trekked to Lima earlier this month to partake in a week long national congress where church leaders affirmed their conservative movement and brought together the country's expanding Christian population.
Chile's Right Wing Presidential Candidate Accepts Jesus Christ After First Round of Elections
Chilean presidential candidate, Evelyn Matthei, recently met with evangelicals to discuss her biblically conservative agenda, which she vows to maintain if elected president during the nation's Dec. 15 election.
Pastor Saeed Abedini's Family 'Devastated' Over US Deal With Iran: 'Christmas Without Him Will Be Unbearable'
The family of Pastor Saeed Abedini said in a recent interview that they are "devastated" that the Obama administration failed to secure Abedini's release during recent negotiation talks with Iran, in which the Middle Eastern country agreed to limit its nuclear program in exchange for lighter economic sanctions. Abedini is an American pastor who has been imprisoned in Iran over the past year for his Christian faith.
AFA Calls for Radio Shack Boycott Over 'Christmas' Censorship
The American Family Association is calling for a limited one-month boycott of Radio Shack, accusing the company of censoring the word "Christmas" from its holiday promotions and advertising.
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Is the Pay That Bad? Cleveland Walmart Asks Associates to Donate Food to Needy Colleagues so They Can Have Thanksgiving Dinner
Management at a Cleveland branch of Walmart, America's largest food chain, sparked a fierce debate over whether employee compensation is too low after a food drive was started at the branch to make sure the neediest of the store's workers had enough to eat for Thanksgiving.
Man Finishes Tweeting Entire Bible After Three Years Work
A U.K. man has recently completed his three-year mission of tweeting the entire bible, chapter by chapter. Since its beginning, the man has seen his small project blossom into
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Tim Tebow Happy Despite NFL Frustrations: 'My Identity Is Not as a Football Player, But Who I Am In Jesus Christ'
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Man Accused of Keeping 3 Women as Slaves Claimed He Was Christ
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Pope Francis: Christian Persecution, Prohibition of Worship Signs of the End Times
Christian persecution and the cultural fear of public expressions of faith are signs of the end times, Pope Francis declared in a homily on Thursday.
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'Happy Thanksgivukkah!' Thanksgiving and Hanukkah Celebrate God, Religious Freedom
This year, the first day of Hanukkah falls on Thanksgiving, a coincidence that last happened in 1888 and will not occur again for 79,043 years, according to Jewish sources. Jews and Christians agree that "Thanksgivukkah" is not a ...
'Baby Girl Don't Die'; Mother Mistakenly Shoots Only Daughter Thinking It Was Her Threatening Younger Boyfriend Banging on Door
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Non-Theist Group Erects 8-Foot-Tall Atheist Symbol Near Nativity Scene Site in Chicago's Daley Plaza
A national organization that promotes nontheism erected an "A," which stands for "atheist" and "agnostic," in Chicago's Daley Plaza on Tuesday near the place where a life-sized Nativity scene will be set up later this week.
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Billboard announced yesterday that they will update their Christian and gospel song charts by including digital download sales and online streaming data in addition to their existing radio airplay method to determine song rankings.
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Pastor Judah Smith Offers Justin Bieber Support Amid Media Scrutiny: Do Not Get Discouraged, Ask 'What Would Jesus Do?'
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'Left Behind' Movie Releases New Poster
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Pew Study: Pope Francis Has Had No Effect on US Church Attendance
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New CS Lewis Documentary Follows His Journey From Atheism to Discovering God
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Archaeologists Find Wine Jugs Older Than Bible, Dead Sea Scrolls at Israeli Site
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Pope Francis Unveils Fragments Believed to Be Apostle Peter's Bone
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Latin American Christian Leaders Establish Regional Evangelical Alliance
Earlier this month, evangelical leaders from Latin America, Brazil and Spain gathered in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, to institutionalize La Alianza Evangelica Latina, a conglomerate initiative aimed to benefit the nations involved by ...
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