Rally in support of Israel in Washington D.C.
Recently thousands rallied in the nation’s capital in support of Israel. The rally in Washington, D.C. was titled: “No Fear, A rally in solidarity with the Jewish people.” The event featured keynote speakers from the Jewish community as well allies from both majority parties in Congress. Representatives from the Republican Jewish Coalition and the Jewish Democratic Council of America spoke together onstage as a sign of solidarity. Senator Norman Coleman said during the rally, “we stand united in the belief that each of us has a responsibility to call out Anti-Semitism…Anti-Semitism has no place in America or anywhere in the world.” There has been a rise in Anti-Semitic attacks and activity in the past few years. Thousands around the world protested earlier this year in support of Palestine following unprovoked attacks by Hamas into Israel. The Israeli government says regardless of criticism against the nation, it will defend its borders and its citizens. An estimated three to eight thousand people participated in the DC rally.
Church arsons on the rise in Canada
Mandates on churches in the U.S. and in Canada during the lockdowns are changing following backlash and court orders. Churches in Canada now are facing another attack of the enemy: a rise in arsons. Reporter Ezra Levant reported the vandalizing and arsons of churches recently. Pleading to politician on social media for help, Levant reported ten churches were vandalized and burned down in just one day. The arsons are being called revenge attacks following the discovery of unmarked graves of children who were at boarding schools for indigenous Canadians. Those schools were run by the Catholic Church 100 years ago. Those attacking churches are targeting churches of all denominations. The nation’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau did finally condemn the arsons. The leader of the liberal organization British Columbia Civil Liberties Association Harsha Walia tweeted “burn it all down” in response to the Prime Minister’s condemning of the arsons. Several pastors apart of First Nation tribes in Canada have also condemned the arsons calling for an end to the violence. Ten more churches were burned the day PM Trudeau condemned the attacks.
SNBC NEWS UPDATE: (The total church number of church buildings according to CBN News that have been vandalized or destroyed in Canada due to arson is now at 45, with 17 being completely destroyed - as of July 15th, 2021).
Pastors work to end violence in Chicago
Pastors in Chicago are working together to help combat gun violence in that city. Pastor Dimas Salaberrios and Pastor Corey Brooks are working to help end violence in Chicago. Notoriously known as one of the nation’s most violent cities, the pastor’s say it’s clear the battle is spiritual. Pastor Salaberrios says it’s clear there is a demonic presence over the city when he interacts with people through his ministry. Pastor Brooks agreed saying there seems to be a spirit of murder in the city. The pastors’ efforts were featured in a documentary that has gained national attention. Pastor Salaberrios, a former gang member filmed the documentary after time in prayer to shine a light on efforts to end the violence in that city. The U.S. Department of Defense reports in an almost 20-year study from 2001 to 2020 more people have died in the city of Chicago than the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq combined.
SNBC HEALTH report: Vitamin D and its effect on the coronavirus
Nutritionists and some doctors reported last year that nutrients and vitamin intake could fight against COVID-19. Studies are now being released confirming this belief by medical professionals. Vitamin D is beneficial to the body in multiple ways. It is especially beneficial to the immune system. Vitamin D contains anti-inflammatory properties that fight against infection. Researchers administered Vitamin D to COVID patients who were deficient in the nutrient. They found the patients issues with inflammation decreased with no side effects. Vitamin D3 was found to reduce the number of ICU patients in Spain. Researchers called Vitamin D a simple and inexpensive life saving strategy. Researchers advise taking Vitamin D with magnesium and Vitamin K2 to achieve higher Vitamin D levels. Researchers report you will need a lower amount of Vitamin D when all three are taken together.