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Mission Group says they're Not Surprised with Romanian Children Abuse
Last week’s report of abuses in Romania’s children mental institutes by an international advocacy group does not surprise Christian missionaries working there.
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Indonesia Considers Bringing Sharia to Aceh
Indonesian lawmakers propose bill that would impose Sharia, or Islamic law, on non-Muslims, military and police in the tsunami-ravaged province of Aceh, which is also a pre-dominantly Muslim region.
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Da Vinci is 'Fun...Nonsense' says Tom Hanks, Christians Disagree
Hollywood actor, Tom Hanks, insisted that religious groups and leaders whom are planning boycott the Da Vinci code film are taking things too seriously, while some Christian leaders disagree.
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China to Install Its Own Bishop in Fujian Province
China will install its own bishop without papal blessing at the Mindong Diocese in Eastern Fujian province, Sunday, worsening already strained tensions after Beijing installed two bishops with Vatican
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Bush Stands in Line with Chinese Christians for Religious Freedom
Chinese Christian activists, who met with Bush on Thursday, expressed their gratitude for the U.S. president's determination to champion for religious freedom in 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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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.
