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Prolonged Droughts Add to Woes of Millions in East Africa
Prolonged drought conditions in East Africa have caused successive crop failure and depleted livestock herds, leaving millions vulnerable to hunger, reported a joint ministry of the two largest Lutheran denominations in the United States.
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Hundreds Kick Off Calvin Quincentenary Celebration in Geneva
Calvin 500, an international Quincentenary celebration of the 500th anniversary of John Calvin’s birth, opened Sunday at St. Pierre Cathedral in the old town of Geneva.
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Looming Health Crisis in Sri Lanka Sparks 'Grave Concern'
One of the largest Christian relief and development agencies in the world is “gravely concerned” that impending monsoon rains and inadequate sanitation will place tens of thousands of people at risk from disease in displacement camps in northern Sri Lanka.
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West-Islam Clash 'Not Inevitable', Says Catholic Leader
A clash of civilizations between the West and Islam is not inevitable, asserts the head of the U.S. Catholic community’s official international humanitarian agency.
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Videos Spark More Calls for Pig Slaughter's End
Calls for an end to the “senseless slaughter” of pigs in Egypt have increased after two graphic video clips were posted in YouTube showing scores of pigs being culled and brutally maimed.
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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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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.
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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.
