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'Just Say No!' Unites Global Christians to Combat Drug Addiction Through Weekend of Fasting and Prayer
Non-profit organization Just Pray NO! has announced it will host a weekend of fasting and prayer to fight against the worldwide epidemic of drug abuse. President and founder Steven Sherman says he believes prayer is the strongest defense against addiction and asks that Christians around the world join him in fighting this "spiritual battle."
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Pope Francis Declares Sex Trafficking 'Crime Against Humanity,' Unites Religious Leaders to Fight It
After a private meeting with four women who were forced into prostitution, Pope Francis declared to a conference that sex trafficking is a "crime against humanity." The conference was held to unite church leaders and police officers together from around the country to fight sex trafficking.
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'Irreplaceable' Movie: Focus on the Family's Latest Film Receives Severe Backlash
Focus on the Family's yet to be released film "Irreplaceable" has received an overwhelming amount of negative press, including boycotts and threats of protests. Jim Daly asks Christians to pray for protesters and says he hopes the Holy Spirit will work through the film.
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Christian Actor Mickey Rooney Dies at 93, Credited Faith for His Success: 'God Gave Me My Career'
Mickey Rooney, a born-again Christian, has died at 93. The legendary actor credited God for his success, urging Americans to "Go with God."
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NCAA Baylor Basketball Players Baptized, Coach Calls Season 'Extraordinary' (Video)
Five members of the Baylor Bear’s basketball team were baptized by the team’s Chaplain. Coach Scott Drew rejoices that “this is the year God has given the increase.”
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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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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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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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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.
