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Vatican: Ireland's Gay Marriage Vote A ‘Defeat for Humanity’
The Vatican continues to stand by comments made by its secretary of state condemning Ireland’s recent approval of same-sex marriage as a “disaster for humanity.”
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Penn State Shuts down Fraternity behind Nude Facebook Photos of Undressed Women
Kappa Delta Rho, a fraternity responsible for posting humiliating photos of women in various stages of undress on Facebook, has been shut down by Penn State University on Tuesday. The punishment is scheduled to last three years.
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Iraqis Claim U.S. Restraint On Air Strikes to Limit Civilian Casualties Benefits ISIS
The United States has done its best to limit civilian casualties in the coalition air bombing campaign against ISIS. However, some Iraqis and American officers contended that such an approach has benefited the terror group on the battlefield.
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Texas Floods: Homecoming Queen Alyssa Ramirez With ‘Heart for God’ Swept Away by Floods After Prom Night
Texas teenager Alyssa Ramirez, the Homecoming Queen who had a “heart for God,” was tragically swept away by the state’s record floods after she left prom on Saturday night. She was only two miles from her home when the floods overpowered her car.
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China’s Anti-Corruption Agency Warns Dangers of Christianity, Religion To Communist Party Elite
China’s top anti-corruption agency has warned the elite class of Communist Party members to stay away from religious activities, including Christianity, urging “stricter disciplinary measures” to prevent cases of abuse.
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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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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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Evangelist Stephen Tong urges prayer and perseverance for China’s persecuted church
Renowned Chinese evangelist Rev. Stephen Tong recently issued a heartfelt message to the persecuted church in China, urging believers to remain steadfast in faith amid suffering and to face trials with patience and courage.
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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
