DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The Philippine Embassy reported the release of the Rev. Fernando Alconga on Thursday, after one week of detention for proselytizing charges. The Reverend was arrested outside of a al-Bustan shopping mall in Dubai while distributing leaflets and brochures promoting Christianity.
"He was charged with proselytizing, but was released into the custody of his lawyer on Tuesday," said the Philippine consul-general Jose Ampeso.
Alconga after being caught served in detention and had his passport confiscated. His trial is set at an undetermined date.
Other sources, such as the International Christian Concern, a Pennsylvania based rights group believe Alconga was framed. They say that undercover police encouraged awakened Alconga, who had been sleeping in his car, to show them his supply of Christian materials, and thenceforth arrested him.
Alconga belongs to the Redeemer and King Filipino Church of Ras al-Khaima, one of the seven constituent emirates of the United Arab Emirates.
By Paulina C.
-
Michael Tait accused of sexual misconduct and drug use, allegations span two decades
Michael Tait, longtime Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) artist and frontman of the iconic groups DC Talk and Newsboys, has been accused of sexual misconduct, grooming, and illegal drug use in allegations that span over 20 years.
-
Michael Tait faces new allegations of sexual assault, drugging, and abuse — Two victims were minors
Michael Tait, longtime frontman of Christian bands DC Talk and Newsboys, is facing mounting accusations of sexual assault, drug use, and abuse — with a growing list of alleged victims, including two who were minors at the time of the incidents.
-
World’s highest IQ holder declares christian faith: “Jesus Christ Is God”
Dr. YoungHoon Kim, recognized as the person with the world’s highest recorded IQ, has publicly declared his Christian faith, stating that “Jesus Christ is God.” His statement, made on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, has gained global attention for its direct affirmation of belief from one of the world’s most prominent intellects.
-
Worship leader Sean Feucht accused of financial, spiritual, and moral misconduct
Sean Feucht, a prominent evangelical worship leader and political activist, is facing a wave of serious accusations involving financial mismanagement, spiritual abuse, and moral misconduct. The claims, raised by former staff members, have surfaced through a recently launched website dedicated to collecting testimonies from those who worked closely with him.
-
Bear Rinehart responds to brother Bo’s abuse allegations: “Our story is more complicated than that”
Bear Rinehart, lead singer of the American rock band NEEDTOBREATHE, has publicly responded to serious allegations made by his younger brother and former bandmate, Bo Rinehart. In a recent Instagram post, Bo accused Bear of subjecting him to sexual, physical, and emotional abuse during their childhood.