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Death Toll Rises in Ukraine, Christians Targeted as Violence Continues
The bloodshed continues in Eastern Ukraine, as pro-Russian rebels continue to target Christians within the country, viewing them as government supporters following the ousting of President Yanukovych. Missionaries in the country urge Christians around the world to pray, as locals daily fear for their lives.

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Nigerian Christians Refuse to Give Up Faith as Boko Haram Continues Persecution, Killing
Over the weekend, over 30 Christians were killed in the latest attack by terrorist group Boko Haram. However, Christians remain strong in their faith despite opposition. Christian leaders urge prayer for those in the country facing ongoing persecution.

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North Korea to Place Two Americans on Trial - for Leaving a Bible in Hotel Room
Two American citizens will be placed on trial in North Korea for "perpetuating hostile acts" against the country. One of the men arrested reportedly left a Bible in his hotel room, which is illegal within the country.

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Update: Publishing Company Severs Ties With Mark Driscoll a False Report
Tyndale House Publishing Company has allegedly severed ties with controversial pastor Mark Driscoll following allegations that he plagiarized the majority of his work. The company will no longer publish the pastor's upcoming book in addition to discontinuing imprints of his previous work.

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Pastor Kong Hee Visits Oasis Church in LA, Remains Positive Despite Scandal
Singapore's megachurch pastor Kong Hee recently visited Oasis Church in LA, calling it one of the "greatest churches" in the state. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Hee continues to spread the good news of the Bible around the world.

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Reflections on attending the 2025 International Gospel Conference
Over the past few days, I had the privilege of traveling to Jakarta for the 2025 International Gospel Conference organized by Stephen Tong Evangelistic Ministries International (STEMI).

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[Exclusive] Watoto Asia director Rev. Sunny Cheng: bringing life-changing education from Africa!
Watoto—an international Christian child-care ministry—held “Emily: A Life Story” in Hong Kong to promote “Keep a Girl in School” poverty-relief campaign. Following it, Rev. Sunny Cheng, the Asia Regional Director of Watoto, shared about his remarkable journey in ministry with Gospel Herald.
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Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church to hold 2025 missions conference: “united in mission, unlimited possibilities”
River of Life Christian Church (ROLCC), the largest Chinese church in the United States located in Silicon Valley, will host its 2025 Missions Conference from October 17–19 under the theme “United in Mission, Unlimited Possibilities.”

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Corey Jackson Urges on Capitol Hill: Care for the Hearts and Souls of the Chinese People
Western society often views China primarily through the lenses of geopolitics and economics, but as a pastor and evangelical Presbyterian, Rev. Corey Jackson is most concerned with the hearts, minds, and souls of people—not only in the United States, but also in China.

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Rick Warren challenges pastors at WEA assembly: preach, teach, and heal like Jesus
On the opening night of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Rick Warren issued a heartfelt challenge to church leaders around the world: “Don’t just preach the message of Jesus; learn His model—share the gospel with the poor, the sick, and the broken as He did; pray as He prayed; and build the church as He built it.”
