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Iran Freed Christian Pastor and His Wife But Retained Three Other Church Workers in Detention Without Charges
An Iranian pastor and his wife were arrested along with three other church workers in a May 13 police raid that reportedly carries no legal basis except of Iran's notoriety against Christians.
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Italy Lawmakers Defy Catholic Church, Approve 'Same-Sex Union' Bill, Contradicting Biblical Doctrine
At the very birthplace of Roman Catholicism, a bill that brings a twist to the liturgical teachings in the Holy Bible was overwhelmingly approved by lawmakers in Italy allowing the civil union of same-sex amid widespread strong objection, especially from the church.
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Christian Militia Shows Mercy and Compassion To a Captured ISIS Fighter After Intense Fighting in Tel Asqof Town
Extremism was made evident as a twisted intellect by a captured member of an Islamic State Fighter when he asked his captors, who are Christian Militias, to finish him off so he could catch up a religious ceremony in heaven by 4 p.m.
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Former Catholic Priest Arrested After Five Years in Hiding for Child Sex Abuse Charges
A former Roman Catholic priest was arrested after five years in hiding from authorities of the United Kingdom for alleged child sex abuse.
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US Congress Approves Funding for Christian Militia Fighting the Islamic State in Iraq With Weapons and Defense
Christian militia fighting the Islamic State in Iraq will soon get an improved equipment as the U.S Congress and the Senate are set to authorize a new bill allotting money to support their cause.
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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.
