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Relief Efforts Continue After Hurricane Ivan's Devastation
Long-term recovery initiatives will be needed over the next three to five years in areas hardest hit by Hurricanes Ivan, Frances and Charley, in one of the worst hurricane seasons on record in the U.S
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Former Cleric Praised at Funeral Service for Anti-Apartheid Stance
South Africa bid farewell on Saturday to Beyers Naude, a rare white voice against the apartheid system of racial segregation.
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Indian Christians Re-Converted to Hinduism at Ceremony in Orissa
At least 78 Christians in the Indian state of Orissa were converted from Christianity to back to Hinduism by hardline Hindu nationalists during a ceremony on Sunday
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Imprisoned Indian Christian Receives Court Hearing
Brian O'Connor, a Christian guest worker from India, who was tortured and jailed for allegedly ''spreading Christianity'', was recently brought before an Islamic court six months after his arrest.
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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.
