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Opus Dei Asks for Disclaimer in Da Vinci Film
A conservative religious organization, with ties to the Vatican, urged Sony Pictures Entertainment to label its anticipated blockbuster as 'a work of fantasy and that any similarity with reality is p
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China Can't Confirm Timetable to Re-establish Vatican Ties
China religious official says he cannot confirm when China will finish rebuilding its relation with the Vatican, despite earlier reports that the two sides would rebuild diplomatic relations by the 20
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Palestinian Bible Society Reopens, Open Doors Relieved
The Palestinian Bible society reopened its book shop before the week leading to Easter, while Open Doors says it is relieved.
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Christians Worldwide Mark Palm Sunday
Christians worldwide will celebrate Palm Sunday, starting the most holy week in the Christian liturgical calendar which commemorates Christ's last days on earth and his subsequent resurrection on Eas
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China House Churches Appeal to UN for Pastor's Release
Chinese house churches await a response from the United Nation Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, after filing a petition for Pastor Gong Shengliang's release, Thursday.
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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.
