Executive Summary The debate over federal funding for PBS and NPR through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) represents a fundamental question about the proper role of government in media. While public broadcasting advocates paint dire scenarios of widespread station closures and diminished rural access to news, the reality suggests that discontinuing federal funding would…
Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon notes: Luke 5:27-39, The Uniqueness of Grace…Christ Comes for Sinners
At East Valley International Church, timeless faith and modern innovation converge to create a thriving spiritual community rooted in both reverence and relevance. With a commitment to expanding the reach of God’s Word, we embrace transformative technologies—like Anthropic’s ClaudeAI—to capture the life-changing moments that happen within our worship gatherings and share them far beyond our…
The Epstein Affair: Rep. Mike Lawler’s Dismissal and the Case for Continued Investigation
Rep. Mike Lawler of on Jeffrey Epstein “A colossal waste of time and effort and frankly a lot of nonsense.” “We have a lot of issues facing this country right now. A dead pedophile ain’t one of them.” pic.twitter.com/LQC10Ecrm8 — Defiant L’s (@DefiantLs) July 14, 2025 On July 13, 2025, Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY) sparked…
E.V.I.C Study notes: What Happens When You Die, A Christian Perspective with Secular Viewpoints
East Valley International Church embraces innovation in ministry, harnessing the power of Anthropic’s Claude AI to document and enhance our Sunday School discussions. Under Pastor Joey Sampaga’s thoughtful guidance, we recently examined one of humanity’s most profound questions: “What Happens When You Die?” This exploration weaved together scriptural foundations, doctrinal perspectives, and practical applications for…
Analysis: The Epstein Files Destruction Theory and the Question of Who Knows
The Central Hypothesis Drawing from both my previous comprehensive blog post on the Epstein controversy and Rep. Tim Burchett’s explosive allegations in the PJ Media article, a disturbing possibility emerges: if the Epstein client files have indeed been destroyed, this destruction would necessarily involve a chain of knowledge that extends far beyond any single individual….
OpenAI is in big trouble. That’s with a “B” for billions $$$
Futurism: OpenAI May Be in Major Trouble Financially Since OpenAI unleashed ChatGPT on the world two and a half years ago, the company has operated at a substantial financial loss. Despite raising at least $60.9 billion in private funding since ChatGPT’s public launch, OpenAI is leaking billions of dollars every year. In 2024, for example,…
A Comprehensive Review of the Epstein List Controversy: Demanding Full Transparency on a Dark Network
The shadow of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes continues to loom large over American public life, not just because of the horrific nature of the offenses, but because of the vast and powerful network allegedly implicated in them. While officials, commentators, and legal representatives have sometimes resisted the term “Epstein List,” claiming there’s no formal “list” of…
Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon notes: Luke 5:12-26, “Jesus’ Authority to Forgive and Heal.”
East Valley International Church stands as a vibrant beacon where timeless faith meets contemporary innovation, fostering a dynamic spiritual community that balances tradition and progress. Our forward-thinking approach includes leveraging cutting-edge technology like xAI’s Grok to capture and preserve the powerful moments of worship, ensuring that transformative messages reach beyond our sanctuary walls. In his…
Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon notes: Luke 5:1-11, “The Divine Fisherman: A Call to Follow.”
East Valley International Church stands as a vibrant beacon where timeless faith meets contemporary innovation, creating a dynamic spiritual community that embraces both tradition and progress. Our forward-thinking approach includes leveraging cutting-edge technology like xAI’s Grok to capture and preserve the powerful moments of worship, ensuring that transformative messages reach beyond our sanctuary walls. In…
The Shattered Core: Assessing the Damage of Israel and U.S. Bombing on Iran’s Nuclear Program
In the predawn hours of June 13, 2025, the Middle East was jolted by the roar of Israeli jets slicing through Iranian airspace, launching Operation Rising Lion—a meticulously orchestrated assault on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Less than ten days later, on June 22, the United States joined the fray with Operation Midnight Hammer, deploying B-2 Spirit…