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Displaced Iraq Refugees Find Shelter In an Ancient Biblical Town, Support from American Christians
Hundreds of Iraqi Christians have been displaced following endless attacks from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. Many are fleeing to cities in Iraqi Kurdistan, finding refuge in towns such as the ancient Biblical area of Alqosh.
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Tyndale House Publishers Refute 'Erroneous' Claims That It Cut Ties With Mark Driscoll
Tyndale House Publishing company released a statement today denying that it has cut ties with controversial pastor Mark Driscoll and his "Resurgence" book series. The company's comments were in response to earlier reports by the Daily Beast that Driscoll had experienced a "publishing downfall."
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Pope Francis: More Christians Are Persecuted Today Than in Time of Nero
Pope Francis recently declared that more Christians are persecuted today than in the time of Nero, as violence against Christians quickly escalates around the world. The Pope tells believers to "stand firm" for the gospel "without condition" despite opposition.
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Christian Bale Stars as Moses in New Biblical Film Based on Book of 'Exodus'
"Batman" star Christian Bale will star as Moses in an upcoming film titled "Exodus: Gods and Kings." The movie will follow the Biblical account of the prophet Moses and his mission to lead God's people to freedom.
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Meriam Ibrahim Says Baby Disabled Due to Birthing While Shackled
Meriam Ibrahim has revealed that her baby, birthed in a Sudanese prison, may be disabled because Ibrahim was forced to give birth while in shackles.
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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.
