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Chinese Christian Lawyer Tortured by Prison Guards: 'Faith Prevented Me from Committing Suicide'
A Christian lawyer imprisoned in China has revealed that the torture he endured at the hands of prison guards was so severe, he wanted to commit suicide - but resisted because of his faith.
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'Empowered21: Wind & Fire' Opens in Singapore Ahead of Pentecost: 'Prepare to Take Asia for Christ'
Just ahead of Pentecost Sunday, thousands of believers from around the world gathered in Singapore for Empowered21, seeking to "encounter the Holy Spirit and prepare to take Asia for Christ."
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Pulse Nightclub Shooting Video Shows Police Praying Before Engaging Shooter: 'Lord Jesus, Watch Over Me'
A Florida police officer can be heard praying and asking God for protection before engaging the Pulse nightclub shooter in new bodycam video released this week.
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Scottish Episcopal Church Expected to Begin Officiating Same-Sex Weddings by Fall
Same-sex couples will likely be able to wed in the The Scottish Episcopal Church (SEC) by this fall, less than a year after church leaders voted to remove a clause in its law stating that marriage is a union of a man and a woman.
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Married Pastor Arrested for Child Molestation; Church Asks for Prayers for 'Justice and Restorative Healing'
A church in southern California has asked for prayers after its pastor was arrested for multiple counts of lewd and lascivious acts with a minor.
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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.
