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Texas Late-Term Abortion Ban Battle Renewed by Governor Rick Perry
After a grueling eleven-hour filibuster succeeded in stalling a bill banning late-term abortions in the Senate on Tuesday, Republican Governor Rick Perry has called the Texas legislature to revisit the proposed legislation in a second special congressional session next month.
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Lecrae to Host Unashamed Conference with Guest Speaker Francis Chan
Christian hip hop artist Lecrae will host the Unashamed Conference in September, promoting leadership and discipleship in an urban context with guest speaker Francis Chan. The conference will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, and will take place over the weekend of September 13-15.
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DOJ Cuts Funding to Youth Marines for Mentioning God, Allowing Voluntary Prayer
Two youth development programs in Bossier Parish, Louisiana will no longer receive federal funding because the organizations allow voluntary prayer at meetings and mention God in a program oath. The Department of Justice removed $30,000 of federal funding for these programs, which promote character development and encourage a drug-free lifestyle among troubled youth.
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Wendy Davis Ends Filibuster Early, Late-Term Abortion Ban Stalled in Texas Senate
Democratic Senator Wendy Davis filibustered for approximately twelve hours last night with the hopes of stalling a bill that would ban late-term abortions in Texas and cause the majority of abortion clinics in the state to close. Although Senator Davis’ filibuster ended prior to the close of the special congressional session, Republicans were not able to pass the bill in time.
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Texas Senator Wendy Davis Continues 13-Hour Filibuster Late-Term Abortion Ban (Live Stream)
Senator Wendy Davis of Dallas/Fort Worth will attempt to stall a bill containing several conservative abortion measures in the Texas Senate today. The Senator’s filibuster must last approximately 13 hours in order to effectively avert the bill that is scheduled for vote after her speech concludes.
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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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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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Evangelist Stephen Tong urges prayer and perseverance for China’s persecuted church
Renowned Chinese evangelist Rev. Stephen Tong recently issued a heartfelt message to the persecuted church in China, urging believers to remain steadfast in faith amid suffering and to face trials with patience and courage.
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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
