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FRESNO, Calif. -- Collection baskets at two Central Valley-area Catholic churches have gone high-tech, with credit card readers strapped to their sides so parishioners can tap in $20 or $40 donations as the baskets are passed down the rows of pews.

So far, only Fresno’s Holy Spirit Catholic Church and Visalia’s Good Shepherd Catholic Parish...Read more

Q: I recently read your article on ghosts. I had a few things happen to me after my Dad and Mom passed away (seven weeks apart). One day I came home from work and headed for the back room where I had to turn a corner. I stopped quickly because I felt a presence that was very palpable. I didn't feel afraid and then the presence was gone. ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: What does the Bible say about “the evil day,” and doesn’t it seem likely that the days are about as evil as we’ve ever seen in our nation that is deteriorating by the hour? – N.P.

A: Naturalistic philosophers refer to the miracles of the Bible as “miraculous magic” and “oppressive ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Will a person who dies ever live again? – L.E.

A: When we’ve been to a funeral, for a few moments, we’re solemn and thoughtful. Perhaps we ask, “Is this the end?” Someday, we’ll be taken out to the cemetery, and someone will say a few words over us. No matter how final it seems, we’re...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why are Christians and conservatives, who some claim are one in the same, so opposed to diversity? Won’t every nation one day bow to Almighty God? – D.I.

A: There is tremendous diversity among humanity: linguistically, culturally, racially. Yet there is one area that is the same – all people ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is it true that sinful living can have a negative effect on a person’s physical and mental well-being? I grew up with a mother who had it all, but she was a bear to live with. I’ve tried to unravel just how this may have played out in her life, but now that she is gone, I hope she found peace ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Recently, I graduated from seminary and have been hired by a large church to develop a children’s ministry. I planned to roll out a Bible memorization program. My enthusiasm was dashed when I was informed that I was to develop entertaining activities that would have physical health benefits, like ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Does the conscience tell us when we’re wrong, or is the conscience the part of the mind that fantasizes? – M.R.

A: Nature in her laws tells of God, but the message is not too clear. It tells us nothing of the love of God and the grace of God. Conscience, in our inmost being, tells us of God, ...Read more