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New Report Details ISIS’ Violence against Christians, U.S. Gov't Urged To Declare Genocide
The Knights of Columbus has released a lengthy report detailing the persecution of Christians and other religious minorities at the hands of ISIS in the Middle East. For the Catholic fraternal organization, the report serves as a wakeup call for the U.S. government to declare the persecutions as genocide.
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China Religious Freedom Watchdog: Chinese Government Burning Crosses in Anti-Christian Crackdown
China Aid, a U.S.-based organization that monitors the ongoing persecution of Christians in China, has accused the country's government of burning crosses that were taken down from churches. As noted by the group, the latest incidents indicate the Chinese government's expanding efforts regarding the crackdown on religious freedom.
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NFL Trade Updates 2016: Former Broncos QB Brock Osweiler Signs $72 Million Contract With Texans
In a surprising move, quarterback Brock Osweiler ditched the reigning Super Bowl Champion Denver Broncos and signed a new contract with the Houston Texans. According to the athlete, choosing between the two teams was the hardest decision he's ever done.
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Survey Shows Israeli Christians Not As Supportive of Israel as U.S. Christians
Surveys out by the Pew Research Center revealed that more Christians in the U.S. believe that their country is providing the right amount of support to Israel. Many Christians in Israel, however, don't hold the same view.
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Christians Worshipping In India Attacked, Beaten and Stripped by Hindu Radicals
About 60 Christians praying and worshipping at a Pentecostal church in India's Chhattisgarh state were violently attacked by Hindu radicals on Sunday. According to reports, aside from destroying properties of the church, the female members of the congregation were also stripped naked.
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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.
