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Illustrative photo: St Lukes Episcopal Church Jamestown NY 2025-09-04 19-10-23
Illustrative photo, not from the original report · St Lukes Episcopal Church Jamestown NY 2025-09-04 19-10-23 · G. Edward Johnson / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
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Biltmore Church in North Carolina baptizes 458 people in single day

Christian Today Japan (クリスチャントゥデイ) United States

Biltmore Church in North Carolina, US, baptized 458 people in one day during its annual outdoor ceremony. The event, held at a lake in Fletcher, marks the highest single-day total in the church's 137-year history. According to Baptist Press, about 4,000 people attended. Pastor Devin Goines told the Christian Post that the baptisms reflect God's work in people's lives. The church, which has seven locations and over 10,000 weekly attendees, typically holds baptisms every Sunday but celebrates these larger gatherings annually. This year's total is expected to exceed 700 by year-end.

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Illustrative photo: 61-220-0070 Sadky Church RB
Illustrative photo, not from the original report · 61-220-0070 Sadky Church RB · Rbrechko / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Christian prosthetic centers aid Ukrainian war amputees

Christian Today Japan (クリスチャントゥデイ) Ukraine

Christian organizations in Ukraine are providing prosthetic limbs and rehabilitation to approximately 50,000 people who have lost limbs due to the Russian invasion. These centers combine advanced medical technology with trauma counseling based on biblical faith to help patients recover physically and emotionally. The article highlights individuals like Vladislav Chub and children such as Victoria, who are regaining independence through this support. Staff members, including chaplains, aim to restore dignity and hope to survivors. The report notes that Ukraine has a significant Orthodox Christian population alongside other religious groups.

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