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Muslim Leader of Protests Against Jakarta's Christian Governor Now Facing Blasphemy Charges
In an ironic turn of events, the leader of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) who led the charge against the Christian governor of Jakarta for blasphemy is now facing the same charge after making an offensive comment regarding Jesus Christ.
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'Silence' Star Andrew Garfield Discusses Faith, Says Donald Trump is Not a 'Real Christian'
Hollywood actor Andrew Garfield has opened up about his complicated relationship with the Christian faith and accused President-elect Donald Trump of not being a "real Christian".
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House Church Forced to Disband Amid Continued Persecution from Chinese Authorities
A house church in China's southern Guangdong province that refused to join China's government-operated Protestant church was forced to shut down after continued harassment from authorities.
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Mark Wahlberg Says Focusing on Christian Faith Makes Him A 'Better Person'
Actor and producer Mark Wahlberg has credited his faith in God for helping him turn his life around and allowing him to become a "better person".
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'Pastor to Presidents' Billy Graham Makes Gallup's 'Most Admired' List for 60th Time
Famed evangelist Billy Graham has made the Gallup Poll's list of the 10 men most admired by Americans - for a record 60th year.
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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.
