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Mother's Day 2014 Gift Ideas for Special Mom, Wife, Mother-in-Law, and Grandma
This Mother's Day, celebrate your mom, mother in law, or grandma by giving her a gift that is both thoughtful and creative. We've made a list of gifts that will be sure to please every special lady in your life, from the chocolate lover to the fitness fanatic.
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American Idol Winner Kris Allen, Singer of 'Live Like We're Dying,' Discusses Overcoming Tragedy
Former American Idol winner Kris Allen has experienced many obstacles in the past several years, including getting dropped from his record label and shattering his wrist. However, the artist says he is optimistic about the future, releasing a new album with Christian producer Charlie Peacock.
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'Sewol' Disaster: South Korean Ferry Regularly Overloaded on 246 Trips According to Recent Documents
According to recently released documents, the sunken ferry Sewol was regularly overloaded with passengers in the months prior to its sinking. According to TIME, South Korean President Park Geun-hye has vowed to “punish those responsible” for the tragedy.
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Popular Mars Hill Pastor Abruptly Resigns Following Controversy Surrounding Church
Biblical Living Pastor Mike Wilkerson of Seattle-based Church Mars Hill recently announced his resignation and plans to move out of state. Mars Hill founder Mark Driscoll is currently under fire for spending thousands of dollars in an effort to get his new book on the New York Times bestseller list.
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Christian Movie 'Mom's Night Out' Seeks to Honor Mothers, Releases on Mother's Day 2014
Director of the faith-based comedy "Mom's Night Out" says he hopes the film will honor mothers, as they are "the greatest unsung heroes in our culture today." The film will open on Mother's Day of this 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.
