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Christian Science Monitor - Opinion

Ukraine's spiritual culture on the front lines -- A Russian strike on a cathedral sacred to Ukrainian identity results in quick restoration – and a message that "evil ... will not prevail."

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The sweet, settled Word of God -- We all have an innate ability to discern God's healing messages of love and truth.

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Tending to youth's tender innocence -- A number of countries are acting to safeguard young people, from invasive internet porn to widespread tobacco and cannabis use. In some places, youth themselves seek protection – of their right to innocence.

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Healing – not a long-lost art -- The Science of healing that Christ Jesus demonstrated is still readily available to all, right here and now.

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A digital iron curtain in Russia? -- A new state-controlled app is being pushed on Russians, perhaps to end their access to the truth of the war. Ukrainians, meanwhile, are winning in truth-telling.

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Stopping sin's seeming influence on our lives -- Discovering our true, God-derived identity enables us to let go of selfish and immoral motives and behavior.

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A light of dignity in New York's Central Park -- A new community sports and outdoor complex, including a pool, opens in a once-neglected corner of the park, reclaiming a civic belonging and recognition for nearby neighborhoods.

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Leaning -- If it feels as if our lives are unraveling, this poem tells us we can turn to God's renewing, harmonizing goodness, which brings balance and progress.

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Where cracks of light emerge in violent places -- An armed rebel group's takeover of Goma is just the latest chapter in decadeslong instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo. But this moment could blaze a path to effective governance long-awaited by the Congolese people.

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A clean shelter from Russian storms -- Like its neighbor Ukraine, tiny Moldova fights off Moscow, only it must battle the influence of money from Russia – through anti-corruption reforms.

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Undeterred -- We can always turn to the timeless Christ for inspiration and healing – even when faced with obstacles.

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Civic awakening among young Kenyans -- Like their peers the world over, Kenyan youth value accountability, transparency, and justice. They're using tech savvy to organize and hold their government to democratic standards.

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The power of prayer to hold crime in check -- Praying from the standpoint of divine Love's all-inclusiveness can bring protection from violence.

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Iran's opening for liberty -- The war shifted the debate among Iranians about the ability of individuals to chart a new course for the country.

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