Ashes of Affirmation: Lent and Worldview

"Every year Washington, DC, along with every other city and town in America, is filled with a vast and silent witness to Christian faith in the face of inevitable death.

On Ash Wednesday, forehead after forehead displays two black smudges in the shape of a cross."

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Success against malaria bolsters case for further investment, new report shows

"A new study linking funding increases in the global fight against malaria to a drop in deaths from the disease also shows that resources from donor governments still fall short of those needed for maximum impact against the world’s fourth-biggest killer of children, according to a global health policy analyst at international aid agency World Vision."


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Stranded Horse Flies His Way to Safety

"A horse named Colorado got to play Pegasus for a few minutes today after he was attached to a long rope and rescued by helicopter from a sand bank in Arizona's Gila River."

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War of the Worlds: The Dangers of Online Escapism

"How might online fantasy worlds affect the real world we live in? For a sobering look at the dangers of escapism and Internet addiction, read today’s commentary."


Click here to read Mark Earley's commentary on computerized escapism.

Saving face: Don't let your cosmetics cause health problems

"We turn to cosmetics to look our very best, but sometimes all that lathering, slathering, powdering and painting can do more harm than good. Certain ingredients in personal care products can cause redness, itching, swelling, acne and other reactions in people who are sensitive to them. Preservatives, fragrances and dyes are common culprits. Some people are allergic to specific ingredients, but more commonly the problem is irritation, which can happen to anyone. Either way, it's wise to keep an eye on the ingredients you're smearing on your skin."


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Practically Theological: How churches are teaching doctrine—and finding eager participants

"Before he started talking, Solomon Wilken was singing from his crib—and not children's hymns, either. Like the rest of Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, Illinois, he learned 'Glory to God in the Highest' from the church hymnal."

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The Countersign: God’s Servant in Haiti

"When catastrophe strikes, what can we Christians offer? We can offer a countersign. I’ll explain."

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