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Kent Brantly, Samaritan's Purse American Doctor with Ebola, 'Is Improving,' Pastors Franklin Graham, Greg Laurie Urge Prayer
After receiving a serum and being transferred to the United States, Dr. Kent Brantly, who was infected with the deadly Ebola virus, "seems to be improving." Religious leaders around the United States continue to encourage prayer for the doctor and fellow aid worker, Nancy Writebol.
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500 Christian Campers Being Rescued in California Mudslide, Parents Thankful
500 children and adults are being rescued from a Christian camp after being trapped due to heavy rainfall and mudslides
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Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick 'Proudly' Signs Bill Prohibiting Protests Near Abortion Clinics
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick this week signed into law a bill allowing police to order anti-abortion protesters away from the clinic entrances if their presence impedes public access. Pro-life groups are horrified by the ruling, saying it "overlooks the lethal violence which these facilities were built."
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Taiwanese Officials Fear Another Explosion as Blasts Kill 25, Injure 267 in Kaohsiung
After a series of blasts went off in Taiwan's second largest city, 25 people are reported dead and 267 injured. Authorities say there is a "possibility" that another blast may go off soon, as the cause of the explosion is yet unknown.
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Ebola-Infected American Missionaries Kent Brantly, Nancy Writebol Transferred to United States
Two American missionaries who contracted Ebola while working with Christian-based organization Samaritan's Purse in Africa have been transferred to the United States. Currently, both aid workers are in "stable but critical" condition.
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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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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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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.
