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Powerful Shaman Embraces Christianity on Deathbed After Dreaming of Man in 'Brilliant White Robe'
July 10, 2017: The Shaman of a village in northwest China has shared how she embraced Christianity after dreaming of a man dressed in a "brilliant white robe" while on her deathbed.
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Franklin Graham Reveals Father Billy Graham 'Doing Well', Receives Weekly Visits from Pastor
July 7, 2017: Franklin Graham has shared an update regarding famed evangelist Billy Graham, revealing that his beloved father is "doing well" and continues to receive weekly visits from his pastor.
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Hobby Lobby President Says Company Unknowingly Bought Smuggled Artifacts; Hoped to 'Preserve Them for Future Generations'
July 6, 2017: Hobby Lobby president Steve Green has said his company has "accepted responsibility and learned a great deal" after agreeing to pay a $3 million fine and forfeit thousands of ancient artifacts that were smuggled from Iraq with improper labels.
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Jewish Extremist Found Guilty of Arson Attack on 4th Century 'Jesus Miracle Church'
July 5, 2017: A Jewish extremist has been found guilty of carrying out a 2015 arson attack that damaged a church in northern Israel where Christians believe Jesus performed the miracle of the loaves and fishes.
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Three Christian Missionary Hostages Appear Video Released by Al-Qaeda-Linked Extremists
July 5, 2017: Three Christian missionaries have appeared in a video released by coalition of jihadist groups affiliated to Al-Qaeda urging their respective governments to "do what they can" to negotiate their release.
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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.
