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A congregation in Florida that watched as their church burned to the ground has not let this tragedy stop them from worshipping. 

On August 22, as congregants of the Center Arena Church in Florida were gathered for Bible study, the building caught fire. 

In a live video posted on Facebook, Pastor Rich Vera shows flames pouring out of the roof of the building. Within minutes, the fire had spread, eventually causing the roof to collapse. 

After a long three-year wait, Cory Asbury has released a new record. 

The new project Pioneer hit shelves and streaming platforms on Friday, September 15. Fans quickly took to social media to share their thoughts on the record.

"I listened through the whole album and had my heart shredded today. (Much needed grieving) Thank you!" said one fan. "Just listened to the whole album. Absolutely beautiful and touching. Thank you for your courage to share your authentic message. Definitely an encouragement and inspiration," said another fan. 

The New Orleans Saints won their season opener in dramatic fashion — defeating the Tennessee Titans 16-15 at the Caesars Superdome — but it was linebacker Demario Davis who stole the spotlight after the game with an amazing story of faith.

Instead of talking about Sunday’s Week 1 win, Davis, who led all players with 10 tackles, took five minutes to thank God after his 4-year-old daughter Carly-Faith quick recovery after she had suffered a seizure just two days earlier.

Multi-award-winning artist and songwriter Jordan St. Cyr's new EP is officially out. 

Rescue, released on September 8, features three versions of the title track - the previously released studio version, one that includes songwriter Tiffany Hudson from Elevation Worship, and an acoustic version.

It's been an exciting time in the Bolt household. Not only did NEEDTOBREATHE release a new album this week, but late last month, bass guitar player and backup vocalist Seth Bolt announced the birth of his baby girl.

Seth's wife, Tori, gave birth to Amma Grace Bolt on Saturday, August 19, in Nashville, Tennessee. She came into the world at 8:29 p.m., weighing 8 lbs, 4 oz and measuring 19 inches long.

"Welcome to the world, Amma Grace Bolt! 8lb 4oz and a head full of hair. She is as precious as our hearts are full!!" said Seth on social media. 

After over a year and a half of writing and recording, NEEDTOBREATHE has officially released a new album. 

"CAVES is finally yours," said the band on social media. "This is probably the most thankful record we’ve ever made, and that’s because you, the fans, still allow us to do what we love to do. Thanks for sticking with us and for welcoming CAVES into the family. We hope these songs find a way into your lives and end up meaning as much to you as they do to us."

The new album officially launched at midnight on Friday and is their ninth album.

Two dams burst in Libya on Sunday during Storm Daniel with barely any warning. The tremendous floodwaters swept away whole buildings in the Libyan town of Derna.

At least 11,300 people are confirmed dead, but that number could be as high as 20,000 with many still missing. Now there is also a fear of disease with contaminated water in the streets.

There is still no electricity in Derna and communication is severely hampered. Local media calls it catastrophic. The situation is making it difficult for family and friends to contact missing loved ones if they are still alive.

To adjust to the evolving landscape of ministry, Promise Keepers Canada has officially rebranded itself as Impactus. This transformation marks the end of a careful three-year transformation process aimed at staying relevant in the ever-changing world of ministry.

For years, Promise Keepers Canada had been interchangeable with its successful conferences, but a shift in attendance patterns prompted crucial conversations about the ministry's future direction. They realized it was time for a change.

Two-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle has officially released her full-length self-titled album.

"I am so thrilled to share my complete self-titled album with the world – each of these 23 tracks represents all I am. I had the most incredible, fulfilling experience making this record with Mike Elizondo and the amazing writers and musicians we were so lucky to collaborate with. I can’t wait to share these songs on the road this fall!”

Tasha Layton has released a new single celebrating freedom from fear and worry.

The new song, 'Lay It Down,' is a pop ballad echoing the promise of Jesus: “For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:30).