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Raymond Koh: Lack of Evidence in Case of Missing Pastor Fuels Suspicion of Government Involvement
It's been over two months since pastor Raymond Koh mysteriously disappeared, and the lack of information surrounding his vanishing has caused some to speculate that "the authorities may have had a hand in all this."
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Married Baptist Pastor Sentenced to Life in Prison for Molesting Two Teen Members of Congregation
A Georgia pastor and married father-of-ten has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for molesting two teenage members of his church congregation.
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China: Muslim Children Named 'Mohammad', 'Jihad' Could Lose Education and Healthcare, Says New Law
Muslim parents in China who give their children Islamic names such as "Mohammad" and "Jihad" risk forfeiting critical benefits for their children, including education and health care, according to a new law.
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Russia Bans Jehovah's Witnesses, Gives Religious Group Same 'Extremist' Status as ISIS
Russia has officially banned Jehovah's Witnesses from freely practicing their faith, as the country's Supreme Court has declared the religious organization an "extremist group".
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Christian Wife of Tennessee Teacher Who Abducted Teen Student Elizabeth Thomas 'Betrayed', Files for Divorce
The Christian wife of Tad Cummins, the former Tennessee teacher accused of kidnapping his 15-year-old student Elizabeth Thomas, has said she feels "betrayed" by her husband and is in the process of divorcing him on grounds of "cruel and inhuman treatment".
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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.
