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Schumer Appoints Americans United CEO to U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom

Rachel Laser — the president and CEO of Americans United for Separation of Church and State — has been appointed to serve on the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom.

Gov. Abbott Promotes Expansion of TPUSA’s Club America Across Texas Schools
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced this week that hundreds of schools across the state are prepared to host chapters of Turning Point USA’s high school initiative. He revealed that more than 500 Texas high schools now have active Club America chapters.
Grace Community Church Mourns Loss of Beloved Member and Vocalist Jubilant Sykes
Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, is grieving the sudden death of Jubilant Sykes, a Grammy-nominated gospel and opera vocalist who served for decades as a cherished member of its music ministry.
Franklin Graham Unable to Attend Historic Crusade Event Due to India’s Visa Delay
The Rev. Franklin Graham was unable to travel to India for a recent revival gathering after complications with his visa prevented him from arriving on time, sparking criticism directed at the government.

Bondi Beach Terror Attack Death Toll Rises to 16; Jewish Community Targeted

Australian authorities have confirmed that 16 people have now died following the Bondi Beach terror attack, including one child who passed away at Sydney Children’s Hospital, according to New South Wales Police. Officials also reported an increase in the number of injured victims, bringing the total to 40 wounded, NSW Health Minister Ryan Park announced, noting that four of those injured are children.

Pilot Told Hijacker ‘God Loves You,’ Franklin Graham Says After Samaritan’s Purse Plane Incident
The pilot of a Samaritan’s Purse aircraft that was hijacked attempted to calm the assailant by telling him that God loved him, according to remarks made by the organization’s president, the Rev. Franklin Graham. Graham, who heads the Evangelical humanitarian organization, spoke with ABC 45 about the Dec. 2 hijacking.
Robert Jeffress: Sunday Preaching Is ‘None of the Government’s Business,’ He Says at Liberty Panel
Pastor Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Dallas told a White House religious liberty panel on Wednesday that the federal government has no authority to regulate what pastors preach from the pulpit, insisting that such oversight is “none of the government’s business.” before the U.S. Department of Justice’s Religious Liberty Commission.
As Britons Leave Christianity, Many Turn to Paganism and Spiritualism: Study
A recent study suggests that a significant share of people in the United Kingdom who depart from Christianity are choosing paganism or other forms of spiritualism rather than converting to any of the world’s major religions. 44% of participants reported that they had left Christianity, compared to 17% who said they had recently become Christians.