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Pope Francis Calls out Couples Who Choose Not to Have Children as ‘Selfish’
Despite the fact that Pope Francis urged Catholic followers in the Philippines last month not to “breed like rabbits,” he made comments on Wednesday at the Vatican that seemed to be contradictory with that assertion.
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United Nations Issue Dire Warning on Yemen’s Freefall as al-Qaida Makes Its Move
Shortly after the United Nations warned that the country of Yemen could enter a civil war and break apart soon, fighters linked to al-Qaida managed to seize a large army base in the southern part of that country.
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Florida High School Disciplines Student For Saying 'God Bless America' after Atheists’ Complaint
A prominent national atheist organization sent a letter to a Florida high school complaining about a student ending the morning announcements by saying “God bless America,” resulting in disciplinary action.
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Jodi Arias Trial Update: Arizona Surpeme Court Keeps Trial Open To Public, Declines Her Secret Testimony
The Arizona Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from convicted murderer Jodi Arias in regards to testifying in secret at her sentencing retrial. As for the retrial itself, two computer experts went on the stand Wednesday and talked about what was found on Travis Alexander's computer.
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Pastor Tony Evans Talks Changing America for Good by Pairing Churches with Public Schools
Dr. Tony Evans, senior pastor Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship and founder of The Urban Alternative, talked about his plan that could help change the United States for good.
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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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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.
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Through education and healthcare: ACTS bears witness to the Gospel in West Africa
Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church, based in California, founded Africa Career Training School (ACTS ), which has built schools and clinics in Togo, Benin and other West African nations.
