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Report: At Least 35 More Egyptians Kidnapped in Libya
There are reports that at least 35 more Egyptians have been kidnapped in various locations in areas controlled by Ansar Al-Sharia and IS as Egypt continues the airstrikes in efforts to avenge the deaths of 21 Coptic Christians who were beheaded by ISIS.
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Islamic State Militants ISIS Beheads 21 Egyptian Coptic Christians, Sending Shockwaves to Present Day 'Rome'
In a video released on Sunday, 21 Egyptian Coptic Christians were beheaded by Libyan extremist group, which swear allegiance to the Islamic State Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Christian leaders around the world, including Pope Francis, Franklin Graham, condemned the brutal murders of the fellow brothers in Christ.
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Suicide Bombers Make It onto Iraq Base Used by U.S. Marines after ISIS Seized Nearby Town
Eight suicide bombers believed to have been members of ISIS managed Friday to get onto a Iraqi military base where hundreds of U.S. Marines are training their Iraqi counterparts, but made it "nowwhere near" the American forces before they were killed by an ISF counter attack almost immediately, according to CBS News.
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Katy Perry at Grammy Awards 2015: 'God Spoke to Me Before Super Bowl Performance'
Katy Perry said she received a message from God right before her performance at the Super Bowl at the Grammys 2015, where she also appear in the performance lineup, giving a rendition of her song "By The Grace of God."
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Grammy Awards 2015 Winners: Lecrae, for King & Country, Erica Campbell Win Big in Christian Gospel Categories
As artists and fans countdown to the 57th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday night, the winners of the five Gospel Music categories have already been announced at the Grammy Pre-Telecast Ceremony.
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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.
