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Rodrigo Duterte Called The Catholic Church 'Most Hypocritical Institution' and Some Bishops 'Sons of Whore'
Incoming presumptive Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is losing reverence to his Catholic faith quibbling about its leaders' immorality, corruption and other wrongdoings even calling some of the bishops "sons of whore" and the institution itself as the "most hypocrite."
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Fire Razes Christian School in Thailand: 18 Children Dead
Eighteen school girls, ages 5 to 12, were charred beyond recognition in a blaze that gutted down Pitakiatwittaya Christian School in the Chiang Rai Province north of Thailand last Sunday.
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Two Tennessee Church Pastors Arrested for Human Trafficking and Patronizing Prostitution
Two church pastors were arrested along with 30 other men and women in Tennessee last Friday as authorities intensified their campaign against human trafficking and prostitution.
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Vietnam Releases Catholic Priest From Prison Just In Time for US President Obama’s Visit
Vietnam released from prison a Catholic priest in time for the visit of U.S President Barack Obama in the communist state.
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Kansas Christian School Under Fire For Discriminatory Policy Against LGBT
A Christian high school in Wichita, Kansas prohibits admission of a child with a gay relative, or even practices or promotes LGBT at home
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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.
