Christian rugby player Israel Folau ‘deeply saddened’ by sacking, says it’s his duty to share God’s word

The decision has been made after a panel found him guilty of a ‘high level breach’ of the players’ code of conduct and has upheld the decision to sack him.

 

Israel posted on his Instagram account in April that read: “Drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists and idolators – Hell awaits you.”

Israel Folau/Instagram

  

He escaped punishment for similar comments last year.

The chief executive of Rugby Australia, Raelene Castle said “they had no other option”.

In a statement from Israel Folau he said: “It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love.

“I am deeply saddened by today’s decision to terminate my employment and I am considering my options.

“As Australians, we are born with certain rights, including the right to freedom of religion and the right to freedom of expression.

“The Christian faith has always been a part of my life and I believe it is my duty as a Christian to share God’s word.

“Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country.

“I would like to thank my wife Maria for her love and encouragement to stay true to our beliefs.

“We have been jumbled by the support we have received from family, friends, players, fans and the wider community.

“Thank you also to those who have spoken out in my defence, some of…

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Christian rugby player Israel Falou ‘deeply saddened’ by sacking, says it’s his duty to share God’s word

The decision has been made after a panel found him guilty of a ‘high level breach’ of the players’ code of conduct and has upheld the decision to sack him.

 

Israel posted on his Instagram account in April that read: “Drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists and idolators – Hell awaits you.”

Israel Folau/Instagram

  

He escaped punishment for similar comments last year.

The chief executive of Rugby Australia, Raelene Castle said ‘they had no other option’.

In a statement from Israel Folau he said: “It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love.

“I am deeply saddened by today’s decision to terminate my employment and I am considering my options.

“As Australians, we are born with certain rights, including the right to freedom of religion and the right to freedom of expression.

“The Christian faith has always been a part of my life and I believe it is my duty as a Christian to share God’s word.

“Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country.

“I would like to thank my wife Maria for her love and encouragement to stay true to our beliefs.

“We have been jumbled by the support we have received from family, friends, players, fans and the wider community.

“Thank you also to those who have spoken out in my defence,…

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Christian rugby player Israel Falou ‘deeply sadened’ by sacking, says it’s his duty to share God’s word

The decision has been made after a panel found him guilty of a ‘high level breach’ of the players’ code of conduct and has upheld the decision to sack him.

 

Israel posted on his Instagram account in April that read: “Drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists and idolators – Hell awaits you.”

Israel Folau/Instagram

  

He escaped punishment for similar comments last year.

The chief executive of Rugby Australia, Raelene Castle said ‘they had no other option’.

In a statement from Israel Folau he said: “It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love.

“I am deeply saddened by today’s decision to terminate my employment and I am considering my options.

“As Australians, we are born with certain rights, including the right to freedom of religion and the right to freedom of expression.

“The Christian faith has always been a part of my life and I believe it is my duty as a Christian to share God’s word.

“Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country.

“I would like to thank my wife Maria for her love and encouragement to stay true to our beliefs.

“We have been jumbled by the support we have received from family, friends, players, fans and the wider community.

“Thank you also to those who have spoken out in my defence,…

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‘I Know God Is with Us’: Family Praises God after Missing Toddler Is Found Alive after 3 Days in the Woods

‘I Know God Is with Us’: Family Praises God after Missing Toddler Is Found Alive after 3 Days in the Woods



Authorities have been praising God for His protection after a 22-month-old boy was found alive and well despite going missing for some three full days a nights. Rescue teams were astonished when they found Kenneth Howard perched on a 50-foot rock ledge just 2,000 feet away from his Kentucky home. He was unharmed and in “remarkably good condition,” according to those who discovered the youngster.


A report from WYMTindicated that search teams were alerted to Kenneth’s location after hearing the cries of a young child. But it wasn’t just this that the group believe led them to the stricken youngster – they also believe that there was a divine hand guiding them to his location. 


“It was a team effort, and God led us in the hands and to move that way,” said Carter Conley of Magoffin Search and Rescue. “I told the father that it’s a proud day.” 


“I have been on a lot, and this is one of few that were successful,” he added. “I’m very thankful this one was successful. It was all a team effort.”


Terrifyingly, according to Wolfe County Search and Rescue’s Chief John May, Kenneth’s cries could have easily attracted predators, especially seeing as he was lost in such a remote location where bears roam freely. 


“An infant crying is actually a draw to wild animals,” May told WBAZ-3. “It’s just very fortunate…

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