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Originally Published 1 year ago — by NDTV
Sydney bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, who was stabbed during a live-streamed sermon, forgives his attacker and urges calm, saying "You are my son, I love you and I will always pray for you." The attack sparked a riot by followers of the Assyrian Christian church in western Sydney, with the bishop calling for cooperation with police directives and forgiveness towards those involved.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, a popular TikTok preacher known for his divisive sermons, was stabbed during a live-streamed church service in Sydney by a male teenager in a suspected terrorist attack motivated by religious extremism. Emmanuel's online popularity and controversial views on topics such as homosexuality, COVID vaccinations, Islam, and US politics have garnered him a large following and also made him a target for criticism and hate. The attack has sparked fears of religious persecution within the community, leading to calls for government intervention to prevent further incidents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, a popular TikTok personality and divisive preacher, was stabbed during a church service in Sydney. The 53-year-old bishop, known for his fiery sermons and large social media following, has been a target for criticism and hate. The attack, believed to be motivated by religious extremism, has sparked fears of religious persecution within the community. Residents expressed outrage and called for government intervention to prevent further persecution.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, a popular TikTok personality and preacher known for his divisive sermons, was stabbed during a live-streamed church service in Sydney. The attack, believed to be motivated by religious extremism, has sparked outrage and fears of religious persecution within the community. Emmanuel's online presence and controversial views on topics such as homosexuality, COVID vaccinations, and Islam have garnered both a devoted following and criticism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church held its first services since a woman opened fire inside the Houston megachurch, marking a 'time of healing and restoration' for the community. The shooting left a 7-year-old boy critically wounded and the shooter dead. The church's pastor, Osteen, emphasized the need for faith over fear and thanked God for protection. The shooter, Genesse Moreno, had a history of mental illness and a criminal record. The boy's paternal grandmother, a Rabbi, criticized the state for allowing the shooter to purchase deadly weapons despite reports of medical abuse.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
A week after a deadly shooting at Lakewood Church in Houston, a special service is planned for Sunday to promote healing and restoration. The shooter, Genesse Moreno, opened fire in a hallway before being killed by security officers, leaving two people wounded, including her 7-year-old son. Questions about her motive and access to the AR-style rifle remain unanswered. Moreno's former mother-in-law cited mental illness and lax gun laws as contributing factors. Pastor Joel Osteen emphasized the importance of not living in fear and stated that the church will not shrink back. Records show Moreno sporadically attended services at Lakewood, and efforts were made to alert authorities about her mental health struggles. Texas lacks a "red flag" law, and Moreno used both male and female aliases.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WOWT
The Archdiocese of Omaha has provided more details about the life and pastoral history of Father Stephen Gutgsell, the priest who was stabbed to death in the rectory of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Fort Calhoun. Father Gutgsell, who had served as a priest for 39 years, was born in Kansas City and had ministered at various churches throughout Nebraska. The suspect, Kierre Williams, was arrested and is facing homicide charges. Authorities have clarified that the priest's death is not related to a criminal incident he was involved in 16 years ago.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Daily Beast
The Independent Fundamentalist Baptist (IFB) church, described as a cult, is exposed in the docuseries "Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals" for its rampant abuse and rape of minors. The series features testimonials from women who have spoken out against the organization and footage of preachers spewing toxic rhetoric. The IFB's strict adherence to the King James Bible promotes a system where men rule and women serve, leading to a culture of sexism and violence. The docuseries highlights the stories of survivors who have bravely come forward and their efforts to seek justice and hold the church accountable.