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Sponsors of California Marriage Initiative File Suit
Supporters of a marriage amendment to ban same-sex marriage in California have filed a lawsuit against the attorney general's title and summary of the measure, which they called prejudiced and biased
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Two More Marriage Ban Petitions Approved in California
On Wednesday, the state attorney general approved two more proposals for a ban on same-sex marriage in California. Sponsors of each proposal may now begin collecting signatures to put the measures ont
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Maine Seeks to Repeal Gay Rights Law
Voters in Maine will decide the fate of a recently approved gay rights law, after a measure seeking the law's repeal was approved on Thursday.
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Canada's Debates Same-Sex Marriage Bill at Final Hurdle in Senate
The debate on legislation to legalise same-sex marriage in Canada continues in the Senate this week, bringing up sensitive issues such as religion, race, and civil rights.
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California Marriage Amendments Fail to Pass in Committees
Just weeks after a bill to legalize same-sex marriage passed the first legislative hurdle, two constitutional amendments to ban same-sex marriage in California failed to be approved by state legislati
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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.
