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China's Appointment on Bishops Threatens Sino-Vatican Relations
China’s official Catholic church appointed its second Bishop without papal blessing, Wednesday, at a ceremony in eastern Anhui province at Wuhu city’s Saint Joseph’s Cathedral.
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Americans Need to Pray More for Chinese Churches, Says U.S. Christian Group
American Christians need to consider more prayer for China, rather than focusing on taking social action, says the leader of a Colorado-based Christian group that aids registered churches in China.
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International Chinese Christian Art Well Received in U.S.
The artwork of international renowned Chinese Christian painter, Dr. He Qi, was well received by the congregation of a local church in the cigarette-industry town of Winston-Salem, NC.
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China Will Consecrate Second Bishop, Defying Vatican Again
The People’s Republic of China will ordain a second Bishop, without Vatican approval, despite warnings that such move would endanger efforts to reestablish relations.
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Philippines Claims Capture of Missionary Kidnapper
Filipino officials claim the capture of yet another militant with ties to al-Qaida, whom allegedly was involved with the 2001 Dos Palmas resort kidnapping of three American citizens, including a missi
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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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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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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
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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.
