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Forum for World Evangelization Officially Begins
Nearly 1,800 Christian leaders from around the world are gathering in Thailand for the 2004 Forum for World Evangelization, which made its grand opening today
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Imprisoned Indonesian Christian Minister Could Be Released in November
A jailed Indonesian Christian who was sentenced to three years imprisonment in June 2003, could be released on parole as early as November 2004
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Four Killed, Seven Kidnapped in Islamic Militant Attack
An Islamic militant group struck again last week, burning villages, killing four policemen and kidnapping seven Christians
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Death Tolls Surpasses 1,500 as Food Distribution Continues
Due to the delays in transportation of relief items from Port-au-Prince to Gonaives—the most affected city—the situation in Gonaives is very tense.
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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.
