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India Churches Welcome Return of Christmas Holidays
Christians in India have welcomed the restoration of Christmas holidays for schools controlled by the federal government
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Religion Not Basis for Violence in Liberia, Sources Say
''There is no religious war in our country. What we have are persons who, for various reasons, are not prepared to see us return to democratic governance.''
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Kidnappings in Afghanistan Raise Security Concerns for Aid Workers
The already tense situation in the Afghan capital, Kabul, has become more acute after an Afghan militant group kidnapped three UN workers in the city last week
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Changes to Pakistani Blasphemy Law Inadequate, Say Christian Leaders
Recent changes to the Blasphemy Law approved by Pakistan’s National Assembly are inadequate and useless, Catholic and Protestant leaders say
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Large Mob Vandalizes Indonesia Church
A church in Karawang Indonesia was attacked and vandalized by a mob of nearly five hundred last month shortly after being warned by local authorities to flee for safety
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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.
