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Franklin Graham's Samaritan's Purse Reach Out to Tornadoes-Devastated Nebraska Town
Samaritan's Purse, a Christian relief organization led by Franklin Graham, will head to a town in Nebraska devastated by two tornadoes. While the mission team plans to help rebuild the community through physical efforts, they also hope to minister spiritually and emotionally to victims of the disaster.
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Richard Durrett, Popular ESPN Writer Who Was 'Passionate About Christ,' Dies at 38
ESPN writer and Texas Christian University alum Richard Durrett passed away on Tuesday at the age of 38. The popular sports writer was known for his passion for family and Christ.
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'As I Lay Dying's Singer Tim Lambesis Says Band Hid Atheist Beliefs for Fear of Losing Christian Audience
Tim Lambesis, who was recently sentenced to six years in prison for attempted murder, recently revealed that although and members of his band "As I Lay Dying" became atheists, they continued to claim Christianity for fear of losing their strong Christian fan base.
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'The New Black' Documentary Examines Homophobia Within Black Church
A new documentary titled "The New Black" investigates homophobia within the African-American church and how the Christian right has capitalized on this phenomenon to "pursue an anti-gay political agenda."
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Christian Moviegoers Feel Hollywood Distorts Religion, New Survey Reveals
According to a a new poll, many Christian moviegoers feel Hollywood producers distort Biblical accounts and misrepresent Christians in their films. However, the survey also found that more Christians have a favorable impression of Hollywood than unfavorable due to the many faith-based films released this year.
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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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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.
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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.
