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Pope Francis on Same-Sex Marriage: Church could Support Civil Unions, but Not Gay Marriage
Today is the first anniversary of Pope Francis' election, and he has marked the occasion by repeating the simple request that he originally asked of his flock one year ago, "Pray for me."
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Olympics Opening Ceremony Live Stream Free, 2014 NBC TV Schedule: Watch Sochi Winter Games Online, Start Time
The opening ceremony for the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics will take place Friday, Feb. 7 at Fisht Olympic Stadium in Russia. With more Winter Olympic events than ever before, competition for the 2014 Olympic Winter Games will begin one day prior to the Opening Ceremony.
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Natalie Grant Walked Out from Grammys After Viewing Katy Perry's Satanic Performance, Responds to Critics on Facebook
Popular Christian artist Natalie Grant walked out of the Grammys early after witnessing a series of performances that are conflicted with her faith.
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Duck Dynasty Season 5 Premiere Date: Phil Robertson Will Return After Controversy
Phil Robertson will return to A&E reality show Duck Dynasty following his temporary suspension for his homosexuality and race comments in an interview with GQ.
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Dubai New Year Fireworks 2014 Video: Watch Burj Khalifa Largest Fireworks Show that Breaks World Record (YouTube)
The world welcomed 2014 with a series of spectacular firework displays to celebrate the New Year. Europe joined in the party with a giant salvo in London, after Dubai attempted to break the world record for the largest fireworks show ever.
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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.
