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Christian Postgraduate Student in U.K. Expelled for Opposing Same-Sex Marriage in Facebook Post
Felix Ngole, a postgraduate student in U.K.'s Sheffield University has been expelled for discussing his views on Facebook regarding same-sex marriage. According to reports, he used a quote from the Bible to highlight his arguments against homosexual activity.
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Chicago’s Historic Shrine of Christ the King’s Church Gets Saved from Demolition
Through the generosity of parishioners, a historic church in Chicago has been saved from demolition. In addition, the Archdiocese of Chicago confirmed that it has turned over the ownership of the Shrine of Christ the King to the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, which will also fund and supervise the restoration efforts for the church.
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ISIS Bomb Attacks In Baghdad Kills At Least 70
ISIS has claimed responsibility for the two attacks that shook Baghdad on Sunday. According to reports, the incidents, which involved suicide bombers and mass shootings, caused the deaths of at least 70 individuals.
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2016 Oscars Winner Updates: Films With Religious Themes Dominate at 88th Academy Awards
The 2016 Oscars is finally over which means its roster of winners has been finalized. And, among those that took home the golden statue are films that carry religious motifs.
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John Kerry and Obama Criticized for Not Labeling the Anti-Christian Actions of ISIS as Genocide
During Thursday's House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, lawmakers criticized Secretary of State John Kerry and President Barack Obama's administration for not labeling the actions of ISIS against Christians in the Middle East as genocide. According to the U.S. diplomat, he and the government still have to go through a few legal matters before finalizing the designation.
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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.
