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Human Rights Watch Reports Christian Persecution in Vietnam
Vietnam continues cracking down on Christians, says Human Rights Watch.
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Hong Kong Churches Exploring Cable TV Evangelism Concept
Various Hong Kong churches are exploring the application of Cable TV in aiding China missions. Critics, however, raise doubts concerning the effectiveness of Cable TV in evangelism.
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BWA Shares Grief with Tsunami-Stricken Asian Baptist
Baptist World Alliance General Secretary sends pastoral letter to Asian Baptists suffering from the affects of the tsunami.
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Filipino Police Makes Arrests in Connection of Bomb Plot on Catholics
Police reportedly discovered a cache of homemade bombs intended for an attack in a public Catholic event. Several suspects were arrested shortly thereafter.
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Chinese Bishop Detained by Police Officers in China
Human Rights monitor reports detainment of Bishop Julias Jia Zhiguo in the Province of Hebei, China.
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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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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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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.
