3+ min ago (283+ words) President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received a delegation of the U.S. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on November 13. The delegation included David Bednar, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Jack Gerard, a member of the Quorum of the Seventy and First Counselor of the Europe Central Area Office, Miles Hansen, President and Board Director for the Stirling Foundation, and Paul Picard, a member of the Europe Central and Eurasian Quorum of the Seventy, Caliber.Az reports via local media. During the conversation, the sides fondly recalled the previous meetings between President Ilham Aliyev and the delegation of the U.S. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The delegates conveyed their congratulations to President Ilham Aliyev on the achievements attained in Washington regarding the advancement of the peace agenda between Azerbaijan and Armenia, witnessed by…...

13+ min ago (516+ words) MEDAN, INDONESIA (Worthy News) " Christians on Indonesia's Sumatra island have appealed for urgent prayers as relentless monsoon downpours triggered massive flooding and landslides that killed scores of people, displaced thousands, and damaged homes and church properties. The crisis intensified when a powerful earthquake struck nearby Aceh. Indonesia's monsoon season, which brings weeks of heavy, sustained rainfall from roughly October to March, routinely causes rivers to overflow, landslides, and flash floods across Sumatra. Footage exclusively obtained by Worthy News shows floodwaters rushing into the Victory Family Center in Medan, Sumatra's largest city. The evangelical congregation and affiliated school serving impoverished children were submerged, with church members seen lifting a large cross to higher ground as water entered classrooms. "There is flooding now in my kindergarten and the church. So the pastor and his church were put in my home," the Christian…...

20+ min ago (132+ words) Peace in Christ. Jesus is being sought in the man-based churches where He is not. The man-based churches are places where His manifest life is being denied. The Holy One and the Just is being denied. The Lord of glory who has already been raised from the dead to glory is being crucified... Jesus is being sought in the man-based churches where He is not. The man-based churches are places where His manifest life is being denied. The Holy One and the Just is being denied. The Lord of glory who has already been raised from the dead to glory is being crucified among the man-based churches where they are "voting" to crucify Him rather than "release" Him in their own lives so that they may live....

22+ min ago (58+ words) On the last day of his visit to Turkey, Pope Leo XIV stopped by the small Armenian church in Istanbul to greet the faithful, a look behind-the-scenes with AP's Vatican Correspondent Associated Press. (AP video by Trisha Thomas) Behind the scenes as AP covers Pope Leo XIV's visit to small Armenian church in Istanbul...

22+ min ago (239+ words) Taurus Horoscope Today, 1 December 2025 " inner calm meets action. Discover your Taurus daily horoscope for career, love & financial clarity. Taurus Career Horoscope for Today: With the Moon in Pisces early on, Taurus Daily Horoscope highlights creative insight and collaborative ease As the Moon enters Aries at night, you may feel inspired to initiate new plans or refine strategies Mercury in Libra may slow communication, so ensure all discussions are clear and well-timed for better alignment.Taurus Finance Horoscope for Today: The Pisces Moon encourages intuitive financial evaluation Today's Taurus Horoscope suggests reviewing budgets, shared expenses, or investments thoughtfully Jupiter retrograde in Cancer prompts reconsideration of family or home-related spending Avoid impulsive purchases, especially as the Moon shifts into Aries later in the evening.Taurus Love Horoscope for Today: The Pisces Moon deepens emotional tenderness, while the Aries Moon at night brings…...

26+ min ago (444+ words) As of this week, I have written 698 columns, each one stored on my hopefully reliable hard drive. If you divide 698 by 52, you get 13" years. In reality, I began writing these pieces in May 2004, which is more than 21 years ago. Here is the confession. Once in a while, due to travel or other obligations, I will recycle a column or use it as a template, updating it as the world evolves. As much as I would like to imagine you remember every word I have ever written and, upon recognizing a recycled paragraph, exclaim, "Honey, Scott ran this back in 2008," I know you do not. Now that the curtain is lifted, read on. We are in the season, that time at the end of the year when the focus turns to family, friends, abundance and gratitude. I have never understood why…...

28+ min ago (41+ words) On the last day of his visit to Turkey, Pope Leo XIV stopped by the small Armenian church in Istanbul to greet the faithful, a look behind-the-scenes with AP's Vatican Correspondent Associated Press. (AP video by Trisha Thomas)...

28+ min ago (94+ words) [Pope Leo XIV disembarks the papal plane upon arrival at Rafic Hariri International Airport, during his first apostolic journey, in Beirut, Lebanon, November 30, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/Yara Nardi TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)]Pope Leo XIV begins a three-day visit to Lebanon, meeting leaders, touring five cities, and honoring victims of the 2020 Beirut port explosion. Pope Leo XIV lands in Beirut during first Middle East visit Pope Leo XIV begins a three-day visit to Lebanon, meeting leaders, touring five cities, and honoring victims of the 2020 Beirut port explosion....

30+ min ago (588+ words) Nov 30, 2025 | 11:30 AM EST Credits: via frank-k-thomas on LinkedIn Reverend Dr. Frank K. Thomas is an experienced pastor with a long record of service. He has spent years working in religious institutions and leading community-focused organizations." But the life story of Reverend Dr. Frank K. Thomas goes far beyond the pulpit. He grew up in Detroit, Michigan, and later spent 25 years in the U.S. Army as a Combat Engineer. That's a long career in service to the country. But while serving his country, he also accepted a call to ministry in June 1985." In January 1989, Reverend Dr. Frank K. Thomas completed his ordination at New Jerusalem Temple Baptist Church in Detroit. He also belongs to the Association of the United States Army and the Non-Commissioned Officers Association. Public sources do not reveal Reverend Dr. Frank K. Thomas's net worth. But sometimes a person's value isn't measured in…...

31+ min ago (286+ words) Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of protecting Sanatan Dharma to safeguard India and humanity. He urged vigilance against threats like drugs and conversions. Addressing Nath sect saints, Adityanath stressed unity, warning against divisive factors. He highlighted Haryana's development, crediting its leadership. Adityanath Advocates Vigilance for Protection of Sanatan Dharma and Indian Unity Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of protecting Sanatan Dharma to safeguard India and humanity. He urged vigilance against threats like drugs and conversions. Addressing Nath sect saints, Adityanath stressed unity, warning against divisive factors. He highlighted Haryana's development, crediting its leadership. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has stressed the necessity of protecting Sanatan Dharma as vital for the preservation of India and global humanity. Speaking in Haryana, he urged vigilance against forces wishing to weaken society through drugs and religious conversion. At a gathering in Kablana village,…...