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(Faithwire) The Chinese government is taking further steps to remove religious materials from the hands of Christians as the Communist regime strives to eliminate the faith community. Father Francis Liu from the Chinese Christian Fellowship of Righteousness advised that some Christian WeChat accounts, including “Gospel League” and “Life Quarterly” are no longer offered … [Read more...] about Chinese Government Advances Efforts To Wipe Out Christianity by Removing Bible Apps, Christian WeChat

(NPR) Young people who get the COVID-19 vaccine in West Virginia won't just gain protection against a deadly virus — they'll also make money. The state will offer a $100 savings bond to everyone between the ages of 16 and 35 who gets vaccinated, Gov. Jim Justice, a Republican, announced at a Monday briefing. It's part of an ongoing push to get shots into the arms of younger … [Read more...] about West Virginia Will Pay Young People $100 To Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

by Jack Jenkins WASHINGTON (RNS) The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention loosened the agency's social distancing recommendations on Tuesday (April 27), announcing that fully vaccinated people who wear masks can safely attend many indoor events such as worship services. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky made the announcement during a White … [Read more...] about CDC Director: Masked, Fully Vaccinated People Can Safely Attend Worship Indoors

(Christian Headlines) Texas pastor Robert Jeffress on Sunday urged Christians who are fearful of COVID-19 to get the vaccine, saying it's nearly 100 percent effective and is the best way for churches to fully open. Jeffress, the pastor of First Baptist Church in Dallas, made the comments during a sermon on loneliness. About 28 percent of his congregation has not returned to … [Read more...] about ‘Get the Vaccine,’ Pastor Robert Jeffress Urges Christians Who Are Lonely and Fearful of COVID

(Fox News) Dr. Anthony Fauci believes the Centers for Disease Control will soon provide updated COVID-19 guidance on using face masks in outdoor settings, calling it "common sense" to do so. Face masks have taken an increasingly central role in debate lately as many have questioned the continued and widespread use of masks even as vaccinations continue to soar … [Read more...] about Fauci Acknowledges Outdoor COVID-19 Transmission ‘Low,’ Expects Updated Mask Guidance