-
Four Christian Egyptians Kidnapped By Armed Men, Remain Missing In Libya
Four Christian Egyptian men were reportedly kidnapped by unknown persons this week in Libya while attempting to leave the country. The captors abducted the men after discovering that they were believers.

-
Federal Gov't Sues Minnesota City for Rejecting Proposed Islamic Center Building
The U.S. government is suing the city of St. Anthony for alleged religious discrimination for rejecting the building of an Islamic center.

-
Sarah Palin to Richard Dawkins on Aborting Down Syndrome Babies: 'Meet My Son'
In response to atheist Richard Dawkin's comments asserting that babies diagnosed with Down Syndrome prior to birth should be aborted, politician Sarah Palin encouraged him to come visit her six year old son, Trig, who has Down Syndrome, so that he can see the beauty that lies beneath the diagnosis.

-
WHO: Ebola Death Toll Rises, 20,000 More May Die Before Containment
The World Health Organization recently released a grim report revealing that the Ebola death toll is on the rise in Western Africa, and 20,000 more people may die before the disease is properly controlled.

-
Mark Driscoll Takes Time Off, Apologizes for Dishonoring God, Congregation
Mars Hill pastor Mark Driscoll has announced he will take a hiatus from the church pulpit while staff members review charges against him, including allegations of intimidation and bullying.

-
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.

-
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.

-
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.

-
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.

-
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.
