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Global Christian and Muslim Leaders Call for Prayers for Pakistani Church Suicide Bombing Victims
Christian and Muslim leaders around the world are calling for prayers for the injured and families of all victims of the Pakistani Church bombing that killed 81 people and injured 140 others.
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Suicide Bombers Killed 72 and Critically Injured 120 Christians at Pakistani Church
Two suicide bombers detonated their explosives at the oldest Christian church in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday killing at least 72 people and critically injuring 120 others, officials said.
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Super Typhoon Usagi, 2013's Strongest Storm on Earth, Impacts Philippines, Taiwan, and Hong Kong
Super Typhoon Usagi, the most powerful storm on earth in 2013, was on route towards Southern China, lashing Philippines and Taiwan on its way, and enveloping Hong Kong on Sunday. Authorities in each region issued alerts, cautioning residents living in areas that will experience the brunt of the storm to remain indoors and cancel all outdoor activities. Soldiers have been mobilized in Taiwan in preparation for the worst.
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Rick and Kay Warren on CNN's Piers Morgan Live (Videos)
Rick and Kay Warren had their first media interview since their son Matthew's death with CNN's Piers Morgan, with whom they discussed depression, raising a mentally ill child, guns, grief, God, faith, and hope.
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Washington Navy Yard Shooting: 13 People Killed, Including Gunman Aaron Alexis
At least 13 people, including one gunman, were killed in a shooting rampage Monday morning that shocked American service men and women that even at home they face imminent threats and violence.
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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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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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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.
