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Case Reopens in Egypt Against Muslim Men Accused of Stripping Elderly Christian Woman in Public
The case against three men accused of dragging an elderly woman through the streets in a province south of the Egyptian capital, Cairo, after rumors spread that a Christian man had an affair with a Muslim woman has been reopened amid public outrage.
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Barronelle Stutzman Case Update: Thousands Sign Petition Urging Trump to Sign Executive Order On Religious Freedom
Thousands have signed a petition launched by a leading conservative organization urging President Donald Trump to protect religious liberty through executive action after the Washington Supreme Court ruled that Christian florist Barronelle Stutzman violated an anti-discrimination law for refusing to provide services for a same-sex wedding.
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Christian Pastor Stabbed to Death By Muslim Extremists, Church Torched
A pastor in Bangui, capital of Central African Republic, was murdered by supporters of a Muslim warlord and his church ransacked and torched amid escalating violence in the region.
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When Is Lent 2017: Dates, Traditions And Bible Verses
The season of Lent is upon us - it begins Wednesday, March 1 and ends on Thursday, April 13 - and it is a special time where Christians prepare for Easter, the celebration of Christ's resurrection, with prayer, penance, and sacrifice.
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Chinese Authorities Detain Christian Woman, Accuse Her of 'Using Evil Cult' to Undermine Government
Authorities in China's southern Yunnan province have detained a Christian woman for doing ministry work and accused her of "using an evil cult to undermine law enforcement" as persecution of believers in the country continues to rise.
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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.
