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Sudanese Church Pastor Illegally Detained For Five Months May Face Death Penalty for False Charges
A church pastor in Sudan is feared to get a death sentence if the government, known for its notoriety against Christians, will accuse him of crimes against the state, which carry a penalty of death. The pastor has been illegally detained for five months without any charges made against him.
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Samoa Republic to Ban Muslims on Its Territory despite Pope Francis’ Appeal for Compassion
An influential Christian church leader in the South Pacific island republic of Samoa is urging the government to enact a law that bans the entry of Muslims into the country, labelling them as a security threat.
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Daughter of Desmond Tutu Surrenders Priesthood License to Enter into Same-Sex Marriage
A priest of Anglican Church in South Africa and daughter of Cape Town former Archbishop Desmund Tutu abandoned her vocation after entering into a same-sex marriage, a matrimonial vow that her church does not recognize.
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Hundreds of Orthodox and Catholic Children Across Syria to Pray Together and Join Procession for Peace
For the children of Syria, divine intervention is their only hope for peace to their homeland. Concrete actions, not words of support from the international community is the other cry of aid workers and doctors to protect them from deadly attacks.
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China's Religious Freedom: A Maoist Shackle to Religion on Pretext of National Security?
Government persecution of Christians in China has increased sevenfold since 2008 affirming China's ambition to take control of all religious organizations, a Texas-based charity institution China Aid reported.
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
