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West Virginia Woman Charged In Murder of Pastor Remembered for Comforting People in Times of Grief
Police in West Virginia have arrested a woman in regards to a murder of an elderly pastor, which happened over the weekend.
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Boko Haram Extends Reign of Terror To Other Countries, Kidnaps 30 People
The Islamic militant group Boko Haram has spread its reign of terror, kidnapping a total of 30 people in two bus hijackings in Cameroon and Nigeria. Other countries in the region have decided to respond with an African Union force.
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Oscar Pistorius Update: Chief Justice Defends Case Ruling Close to Reeva Steenkamp's Death Anniversary on Valentine's Day
In comments made close to the second anniversary of Reva Steenkamp's death on Valentine's Day, the South African chief judge went on TV to defend decisions made by two lower-court judges in recent high-profile trials, including the one where Oscar Pistorius was convicted of culpable homicide.
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Jodi Arias Trial Update: Judge Scrutinizes Jury, Psychologist Cross-Examined again
The penalty phase of the Jodi Arias trial could go on longer than the original trial itself. However, it may even be longer thanks to a surprise announcement by Judge Sherry Stevens.
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President Obama Issues Grammys Statement: Violence Against Women Must End; Bill Cosby Faces New Allegations
President Barack Obama made a surprise speech during a taped appearance at the Grammys on Sunday night, urging everyone to stop violence against women. He made those comments as another woman accused Bill Cosby of sexually assaulting her back in 1987.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo
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Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches
In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su
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4th Christian art biennale in Hong Kong concluding with record reception
The fourth Christian Art Biennale, titled “The Splendor of Beauty in His Land,” opened on December 22 at Tseung Kwan O Methodist Primary School in Hong Kong and will conclude tomorrow, January 1. The 10-day exhibition has drawn enthusiastic responses, surpassing previous years in attendance and impact.
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2024 report from Wycliffe Global Alliance shows status of Bible accessibility worldwide
Wycliffe Global Alliance has published its 2024 Global Scripture Access Report, unveiling the latest status of Bible accessibility worldwide. The annual report is compiled using data from the Alliance’s partner organizations, including SIL International, the United Bible Societies, and others.
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A Christian’s proper response to the sugar-coated bullet of influencer fame
Today, I came across a thought-provoking story about a 2016 internet influencer from the U.S.. The case of Nicholas Perry raises a sobering question: Is it worth sacrificing oneself in the pursuit of views?
