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ISIS 'Using 100 Christians', Including Priest, as Human Shields in Philippines
June 27, 2017: Islamic State fighters in the Philippines are using dozens of Christians - including a priest - as human shields to protect themselves amid an ongoing battle to retake Marawi City.

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Sadie Robertson Thanks God for Protecting Her Amid 'Frightening' Situation: 'Scary Things Can Happen at Any Time'
June 27, 2017: Sadie Robertson of "Duck Dynasty" fame has praised God for protecting and comforting her after she went through a "frightening" experience.

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'Transformers' Actor Remi Adeleke on How God and Michael Bay Radically Changed His Life (Exclusive)
June 26, 2017: In an exclusive interview with The Gospel Herald, 'Transformers' actor Remi Adeleke shares his amazing story of faith, redemption, and perseverance.

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American Bible Society Reveals 'Most Bible-Minded City' in U.S.
June 26, 2017: The American Bible Society has revealed the "most Bible-minded city" in the United States.

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Miley Cyrus Says She is 'Genderless', Hopes Her Views on Sexuality Become 'New Normal'
June 26, 2017: Miley Cyrus has said she does not identify as any specific age or gender and doesn't like to see herself as separate from animals -- and hopes her mindset soon becomes the "new normal".

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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.
