Strong earthquake jolts Seattle, Pacific Northwest
SEATTLE (BP)–A strong earthquake shook the Pacific Northwest on Feb. 28, sending hundreds of people fleeing into the streets of Seattle and causing widespread damage and at least 12 injuries.
US News
Sudanese Pastor Appeals to Bush to Intervene in Sudanese Government Attacks Against Churches
MORULAND, SUDAN (February 5, 2001) — A Sudanese pastor has appealed to US President George W. Bush to intervene against Sudanese government bombing of churches, hospitals and schools by declaring Southern Sudan a no-fly zone for military aircraft.
Pro-Lifer Says RU-486 Is Anything But Safe, Women Being Lied To
(AgapePress) – A leading pro-life group says Planned Parenthood is lying to American women by telling them that RU-486 abortions are safe when, in reality, it is a deadly drug with severe side effects.
Christian Media Expert Gives ‘Two Thumbs Up’ to Surgeon General’s Report on Media Violence; Urges Pa
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. (January 22, 2001) – Christian Film & Television Commission Chairman Dr. Ted Baehr has given “two thumbs up” to the U.S. Surgeon General’s report that says that violent movies, TV programs and video games are harmful to children.
“Drop by Drop, We Will Achieve…”
PASADENA, CA (October 28, 2000) – Latin American Indian Ministries (L.A.I.M.), a group which is committed to encourage, strengthen and support the indigenous communities of Latin American in their efforts to evangelize and disciple their own people, has launched a life-giving project to provide wells for the Tikuna Indians of South America and also to help rebuild a Bible Institute to train Amazon Indian leaders.
Middle East Crisis Headlines – 12/27/2000
In a dramatic sign that the Palestinians are leaning toward accepting US President Bill Clinton’s latest peace proposals, Yasser Arafat will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak in Egypt tomorrow.
Vietnam Undground Church Leader Wins 30 Vietnamese to Christ in .. America
HAMPTON, VA (November 7, 2000) — Dr. Paul Tran-Dinh-Ai, also known as Paul Ai, a leader of the Underground Church in Vietnam, has won some 30 Vietnamese to Christ is his new hometown of Hampton, Virginia. The much-persecuted leader has now urged American Christians to “wake up and see the mission field in their own back yard” and has shared lessons he has learned under persecution.
New National Prayer Alert Issued by Colorado Pastor
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (November 1, 2000) — Dutch Sheets, senior pastor at Springs Harvest Fellowship in Colorado Springs, Colorado, author of several books on prayer including “Intercessory Prayer,” has issued an impassioned “NEW NATIONAL PRAYER ALERT” following on the heels of his nationwide “PRAYER ALERT FOR THIS NATION” concerning the U.S. Presidential Election, November 7, 2000.
Is the Liberal NY Times Using its Power to Crusade Against Conservatives?
(AgapePress) – The author of a book entitled The Gospel According to the New York Times says the well-known newspaper is targeting the conservative worldview.
U.S. weighs security concerns against need to protect freedoms
24 October 2000 (Newsroom) — With military bases in the Middle East on the highest state of alert and rhetoric about the Arab-Israeli conflict heating up on the Internet, the United States must continue to balance security concerns at home with the rights of privacy and free speech that Americans hold dear, security experts agree.
Goals of Sharm Conference Achieved
The goals of the Sharm E-Sheikh conference have been achieved:
“Left Behind” Receives Rapturous Response from Hollywood Audience
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. (October 10, 2000) — A Hollywood audience who saw a sneak preview of the movie adaptation of the best-selling LEFT BEHIND book (Cloud Ten Pictures and Namesake Entertainment) gave it a rapturous thumbs up.
Same-sex marriage to hit other states when Vermont law takes effect July 1
MONTPELIER, Vt. (BP)–Vermont’s governor on April 26 signed into law landmark legislation granting the full benefits of marriage to homosexual and lesbian couples in the state, prompting warnings from opponents that it could spawn similar legislation in other states.
Vermont House’s vote for same-sex unions first strike against marriage, Land says
WASHINGTON (BP)–The approval of same-sex unions by the Vermont House of Representatives could be the first step in undermining marriage and the family in the United States, said the head of the Southern Baptist Convention’s ethics agency.
House panel approves unborn victims bill
WASHINGTON (BP)–The House of Representatives Judiciary Committee approved March 28 a bill to provide legal protection for unborn children who are harmed during federal crimes against their mothers.
House passes bill to prevent FCC from restricting religious speech
WASHINGTON (BP)–A bill to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from restricting religious speech on noncommercial educational channels passed the House of Representatives by a 264-159 vote June 20.
Beyond the stem cell controversy, questions of life’s purpose arise
DEERFIELD, Ill. (BP)–The human embryonic stem cell debate has been at an impasse since the discovery of the unusual properties of unique precursor cells. In 1998 two teams of privately funded researchers were able to isolate and culture stem cells from human embryos. Some scientists believe these cells may be used to treat and cure a number of diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and diabetes.
Talented Officers Leaving Army, Expressing Disappointment
(AgapePress) – Army officers, disappointed with eight years of Bill Clinton, are leaving the service in droves.
According to the Army Times, the Army is losing about 300 more captains per year than the planned 1,125. The exodus means that some captain posts go vacant–and in the long term, the talent pool for future majors and senior officers shrinks.
Pro-Family / Anti-Porn Campaign Against Video Chain Heats Up
(AgapePress) – A coalition of pro-family groups is staging a demonstration against a national video rental chain, in opposition to the company’s stance on hard-core pornography.
Pastor’s pro-life prayer in Jesus’ name at Fla. legislature sparks controversy
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (BP)–When Daryl Orman was invited to deliver the March 9 invocation for the Florida House of Representatives, he had no idea the invitation would put him in the middle of a statewide controversy. But that’s exactly what happened when Orman, pastor of First Baptist Church, Stuart, asked Jesus to instill in the lawmakers “the desire to protect the unborn.”