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Christian Agencies Respond to Jeanne's Lethal Aftermath In Haiti
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) reported Thursday that it would be partnering with Action by Churches Together (ACT), in its initial response to the devastation
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New Zealand Presbyterians Reject Homosexual Leadership
After a meeting Wednesday, the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand announced that it would not accept future leaders who are in a gay or de facto heterosexual relationship
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Turkey Dismisses Risk Of 'Religious Clash' With EU
The Turkish Prime Minister dismissed suggestions Thursday that there is a risk of a clash of religions if the predominantly Muslim nation were admitted to the European Union
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Religious Leaders Make Appeal for Remaining Hostage
Muslim and Christian religious leaders in the hometown of a British national held hostage in Iraq appealed Thursday for his captors to free him
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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.
