SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 24th, 2024

Christian school punished for refusing to play against trans students
Christian school in Vermont is continuing to receive punishment for refusing to play against biological males. Mid Vermont Christian school’s girls’ basketball team was disqualified last year after refusing to play against a biological male that identified as female. The student was competing with an opposing team. The athletes and school officials referenced the danger of their girls’ team playing against this athlete. When the state’s presiding board over school sports refused to acknowledge the concerns, the team forfeited their game. The protest resulted in a now permanent ban from school sports and other competitions in that state. School officials have hired Alliance Defending Freedom to take on the case. Attorneys for the school say the students are being punished for their religious beliefs, and their legitimate concerns for their female athletes. The Mid Vermont Christian school, students, and parents have now filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit. The lawsuit claims the students’ First Amendment rights were violated. SNBC NEWS will continue to update you on this story as it develops.

UN issues study about Trans athletes dominance in women’s sports
The UN recently released a report that is causing worldwide concern. According to the report nearly nine hundred female athletes have lost sports competitions to biological males competing in women’s sports. The report, called Violence against Women and Girls in sports was a worldwide study that covered 29 sports.  The study reveals more than six hundred female athletes, in 400 competitions missed out on over 800 medals. Biological female athletes were replaced with biological males who identify as women and lost opportunities according to the report. The study’s author presented the report to the U.N.’s general assembly in September of this year. The author of the study says this intrusion into female sports has increased the number of sexual assaults, harassment, and violations of privacy in locker rooms and bathrooms concerning female athletes.  The report also mentioned these violations are causing “women athletes to lose their rights, safety, dignity, and fairness in sports.” The UN so far has not commented on the report.

British citizens call out arrests for silent protests
itizens in the United Kingdom are taking a stand following a rise in arrests against Christians. A petition is now spreading across the UK as citizens call for an end to persecution against silent protests. The calls for change stem from several arrests of silent protestors in front of abortion clinics. Protestors of abortion clinics in the UK have been restricted to areas known as buffer zones.
The areas are used to keep protestors from intimidating clients and workers at these clinics. The order known as the public spaces protections orders also now includes praying as a violation. Those arrested have been accused of intimidation even when praying silently. Other protestors have been confronted by police demanding to know what the nature of their prayer is. Citizens say the law, passed in 2022 is a violation of citizens’ rights. The petition is now at 60-thousand signatures. Citizens in the UK are demanding Prime Minister Keir Starmer protect those who choose to pray silently in front of abortion clinics from persecution.

SNBC Health report: the health benefits of coconut sugar. According to reports coconut sugar is a healthy and less processed alternative to white sugar. This sweetener is naturally derived from the coconut tree flower. It is full of vitamins, and minerals. Iron, potassium, and zinc are all naturally found in coconut sugar. It is also a good source of antioxidants and is known to sweeten foods without altering taste. Coconut sugar can be used in various forms of food items including baked goods, smoothies, and coffee. It is low on the glycemic index but is still higher in calories and is not suitable for people with certain health challenges (ex. Diabetes). Researchers advise consuming coconut sugar in moderation.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 10th, 2024

Neiman Marcus changes Christmas Catalog title to “Holiday Book”
A long time Christmas catalog and the company that produces it is receiving backlash for a controversial move. According to reports Neiman Marcus has made changes to its long-time annual Christmas catalog. The company has changed the gift catalog leaving the word Christmas out of its annual publication.
The company’s press release says that the catalog will now be referred to as a “Holiday Book”.
A spokesperson for the company claims the change is to show inclusivity inviting all religions and backgrounds to celebrate the holiday season. Employees with the company say the CEO has “gone woke”. Employees interviewed with two different news publications say the company CEO and his team are the reason behind the catalog name change and that backlash could cause a financial loss meaning employees will lose their jobs. The Neiman Marcus Christmas book has been published for 98 years with its first publication in 1926.

Archbishop of Church of England criticized for sexuality beliefs expressed on podcast
The top bishop of the Anglican Church is receiving criticism after his recent comments on a podcast.
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby made controversial comments on a podcast recently concerning his views on sexuality and the Church. Welby said in his comments that all relationships should be committed ones whether gay or straight. The archbishop also added he wanted the church to be a place where both relationships were welcomed and could be blessed in civil partnerships, traditional marriages, or same-sex marriages. The Church of England only acknowledges marriages between one man and one woman according to Biblical principles. However, the church has been embroiled in ongoing controversy since the mid 2000s with leaders and more liberal supporters pushing for acknowledgement of same-sex marriage and for the church to have a more liberal stance. Critics say the bishop’s comments are completely backwards. Archbishop Welby released a statement saying the comments were his own personal view and he is committed to welcoming LGBTQ people into the church with love

College revival continues (University of Florida)
Good news tonight as revival continues across the US. SNBC NEWS has reported on the large outpouring of college students hungry for the Word of God across the U.S. That number is growing more tonight after an evangelism event this time at the University of Florida. The organization UNITE US is reporting another successful event witnessing the Gospel of Jesus to college students. According to organizers six thousand students filled the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, with one thousand accepting Christ as their personal Savior. The worship and evangelism event was followed by hundreds of students being baptized immediately after. The organization has announced its final event for the fall will be held at Texas A&M University. The college revivals spreading across the US started in 2023 at Asbury University; that revival which lasted weeks inspired other students across the US to pray for an outpouring of God’s spirit on their campuses. According to reports more than 50-thousand students representing 300 universities have attended witnessing events to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ since the Asbury Revival.

SNBC Health report: the health benefits of Vitamin K2
Researchers reported on the effects of Vitamin K2 and nighttime leg cramps. The study followed adults ages 65 and over who have experienced severe and frequent leg cramping especially at night. The study found participants who took Vitamin K2 daily experienced relief from cramps compared to the placebo group. Vitamin K2 is known for its muscle health properties. This nutrient also helps the body in a number of ways. It helps blood to clot or thicken controlling the flow of blood when someone is bruised or injured. Vitamin K2 promotes bone health, and heart health. Natural food sources of K2 include beef liver, chicken, eggs, cheese and sauerkraut.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY OCTOBER 27th, 2024

Christian students say they were removed from Harris rally for pro-life stance
Two college students claimed they were removed from a political rally for shouting a Christian phrase. According to two students Vice President Kamala Harris was speaking during a rally stop in Wisconsin.
The students, who are both Christians and pro-life shouted pro-life phrases. During the speech Harris claimed that as president she will sign a nationwide reproductive freedom law. One of the students when hearing this shouted Christ is Lord, Jesus is King. Harris then responded back to the shouting saying they were at the wrong rally and needed to go to a smaller rally down the street. The moment went viral with hate from conservatives, and Christians criticizing the moment as hateful. There has been some confusion about who VP Harris was responding to; according to another report a person in the crowd was yelling lies in response to something Harris had said during her speech. The two students however are adamant the vice president was talking to them. One student remarked during that interview, that she looked directly at them as the crowd turned on them. The two students, during an interview, said they were then forcibly removed from the rally following the outburst and Harris’ response to them. Vice President Harris later made appearances at two churches participating in the Souls to the Polls voting drive. The campaign slogan was used during the Civil Rights era to encourage members of majority Black churches to vote.
The vice president’s campaign team has not responded to the students’ accusations.

Revival continues in US prison system
More news of revival this time from the nations’ prison system. An evangelism team is reporting a move of God in a prison in the southwest that is making headlines. According to a group called God Behind Bars, revival is spreading in the prison system and transforming lives for God’s Glory. Representatives from the group reported 160 women at a Las Vegas prison had a life changing experience with God. According to the ministry team, God moving during a worship service resulting in 120 women accepting Jesus as their personal Savior. The group later baptized 110 women following the service. The ministry says their mission is to reach over two million people in the prison system. The CEO of God Behind Bars says they are celebrating close to one million salvations, and over ten thousand baptisms. A minister participating in this event declared God is moving from colleges to prisons because both are full of people Desperate for God.

Christian Man in UK convicted of silent praying in front
A Christian man has been convicted for silently praying in front of an abortion clinic in England. According to Alliance Defending Freedom- UK, Adam Smith-Connor has been found guilty of violating the public space protection order. The law restricts protestors at abortion clinics to a “buffer zone”. The law also prohibits prayers aloud, claiming it is a form of intimidation to potential clients. Smith-Connor says he was approached by police after silently praying outside a clinic in 2022. He says police approached him and asked the “nature of his prayer.” Smith-Connor, who lost a child to abortion as a young adult, told officers he was simply praying about the loss of his son. Smith-Connor was later arrested for violating the PSPO order. He was found guilty this week and sentenced to a two-year conditional discharge, a charge similar to probation here in the US, and over 11-thousand dollars in fines. An attorney for Adam Smith-Connor called the ruling a turning point of immense proportions. Critics in the UK referred to the conviction as Orwellian referring to the George Orwell classic novel 1984.

SNBC HEALTH Report: the health benefits of Quercetin
This nutrient is considered a powerful antioxidant that helps the body in various ways. It helps with inflammation, blood pressure and allergy symptoms. In addition to these properties, it boosts immunity, assists the body when exercising and promotes brain health. Some health experts believe it may fight against cancer and high blood pressure. This nutrient is enhanced when consumed with zinc, which helps improve its effectiveness. Quercetin is found naturally in various fruits, grains and vegetables. Natural food sources of this nutrient include capers, cherries, cooked asparagus, red apples, broccoli, kale, and berries of all kinds.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY OCTOBER 20th, 2024

Women from across the US gather to pray for America
A large-scale prayer event for America was recently held in the nation’s capital. The event was held at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Called ‘A Million Women’, the event was a call to nationwide prayer, held October 12th. According to organizers 250-thousand women gathered for this special time of prayer.
The 12-hour event was also streamed and featured keynote speakers, prayer, praise and worship. The event was held by organizer Lou Engle. Engle says the idea for A Million Women was because of a dream he had. He says in the dream, women from around the U.S. had gathered as part of a “last stand for America in prayer”. The event’s date also had significance on the Jewish calendar. October 12th was observed this year as the Day of Atonement or Yom Kippur in the Jewish faith. Organizers are encouraging those that attended, streamed or just learning about this event to continue to pray for America and its citizens to return to God.

Revival continues to grow on US college campuses
Revival is continuing across the U.S. and around the world. Two new reports of massive revival events in the U.S. and Europe are being reported this week. The Evangelism group UNITE US is reporting another large gathering of students to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ, this time at the University of Mississippi.
The event which was held at a pavilion on the campus of Ole Miss featured prayer, praise and worship, and the message of the Gospel. The organization reports over six thousand students gathered for the event. Voted as one of the top party schools in the U.S. according to a nationwide student poll, organizers say they are believing God for a move of His Spirit across the campus. UNITE US representatives say the event ended with hundreds of students accepting Jesus as their personal Savior and being baptized in the back of pickup trucks used as makeshift pools for baptism.

Revival reported in Germany
Another large gathering is being reported, this time in Europe with those attending hungry for the Word of God. Two different events were deemed a success across the nation of Germany. Fire Festival was held in early October. The three-day event was held at an arena and was advertised as a weekend of praise, worship and to hear God’s Word. According to organizers, thousands of people gathered for the event; hundreds were reported to have accepted Jesus as their Savior. The event wrapped with a Jesus March. A second event called Europe will be Saved was also held in Germany. Sponsored by Night of Hope, this six-day event was held with the message of the Gospel being ministered across several major cities in Germany. The organizers reported a large outpouring of people hungry for the Gospel at the outdoor crusade events. Evangelists in Europe are reporting an increase in large crowds at witnessing events across the continent. An evangelist in Europe is encouraging Christians to continue to prayer for Europe and for the largely secular continent to return to Jesus and for revival to continue to spread across all nations in Europe.

SNBC HEALTH REPORT: researchers are reporting the health effects of broccoli on the body as we age
According to reports from several organizations, including UCLA Health and the National Institutes of Health, broccoli has several properties that help improve certain factors and slow down the process of aging in the body. According to researchers’ enzymes found in broccoli were found to have positive effects in tests on lab animals. The process of aging, weight management, and various health issues improved after the animals were fed the enzymes found in broccoli. The vegetable is known for its high nutrient content and its antioxidant properties. Broccoli is good for the heart, brain, and helps maintain blood sugar levels. It is also a good source of fiber. This vegetable can be consumed raw or cooked and does retain its nutrients in either form.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY OCTOBER 13th, 2024

Israel & allies mark one year since start of conflict/ victims killed
October 7th marked one year since the attack on Israel that has started their current conflict against two terrorist organizations. The Jewish nation is currently in conflict with Hezbollah and Hamas; both groups are believed to be funded by Iran. The terrorist group Hamas launched the surprise attack against Israel one year ago killing over one thousand people and taking over 200 hundred as hostages. Israelis and supporters around the world marked the day with prayers and solemn reminders of the conflict. World leaders attended ceremonies regarding the day of remembrance, but some have continued to pressure Israel to return to negotiations. Protestors, who have voiced their support for Palestinians, have used the day to continue protests against the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. There has been a rise in violence and protest against Jewish people around the world.  Israeli officials at this time have been adamant about their right to defend themselves as the only democratic nation in the Middle East. Officials there have also reiterated their intention to defend their nation at all costs. SNBC NEWS will continue to update you on the nation of Israel as news develops.

Teacher wins landmark amount in wrongful termination case
A teacher in Virginia has won a landmark case against his former school district. French teacher Peter Vlaming was fired in 2018, by the West Point School Board because of his Christian faith. The termination came after the teacher refused to use the preferred pronouns of a student who claimed to be trans-identified. Attorneys for the teacher say that he felt referring to the student by the opposite gender they were was a violation of his Christian faith. After a failed compromise was discussed, the board fired Vlaming. The teacher then reached out to Alliance Defending Freedom to take on his case. Attorneys for Mr. Vlaming say the teacher being terminated was a violation of his religious rights. Mr. Vlaming and the school district settled the wrongful termination case with a landmark judgement. He was awarded 575 thousand dollars. Mr. Vlaming’s attorneys say they are pleased with the decision. The teacher, in a statement with ADF echoed his attorney’s comments and says that he hopes this ruling will be used to protect other teachers and professors’ First Amendment rights. The West Point Public School Board Superintendent also commented that he is happy with the settlement and the case being resolved.

U.S. highest court declines to hear abortion case against state of Texas
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Biden Administration concerning a case against the state of Texas. The administration sued the state over its pro-life abortion laws. The laws in the state of Texas limit the time frame and abortion services that are allowed after the heartbeat of an unborn child is detected. The Biden Administration claimed the state laws prohibited doctors from offering emergency treatment in the case of danger to the mother. Attorneys for the state of Texas countered saying the federal government wanted abortion services to be provided at hospitals, not life saving emergency care. The U.S. Supreme Court agreed, declining to hear the appeal of a lower court’s ruling. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called the ruling a major victory. SBA Pro-Life America State Policy Director, Katie Glenn-Daniel, says the decision is a victory for all pro-life states, and confirms pro-life states do require care and consideration for both patients, mother and child.

SNBC Health Report: researchers are reporting new health benefits found in Brazil Nuts
According to a recent study, Brazil Nuts help with gut health and inflammation. Information published in the Journal of Nutrition reports eating Brazil nuts on a regular basis can lead to reduced inflammation and better gut health. The study followed 56 women with weight issues over an eight week period. The study group was given an eating plan to follow. Half of the controlled group was given a calorie -restricted diet, and the other group was given a nut-free eating plan. The study found the group that consumed Brazil nuts had less issues with their gut and body inflammation. According to reports Brazil nuts are rich in selenium, promotes brain health, and good cholesterol levels. It is also good for immune health, thyroid, and heart health. Brazil nuts are also a high in copper, zinc, and magnesium.