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Wife of American Christian Doctor Killed in Afghanistan Holds 'No Ill-Will' Towards Gunman
The wife of an American Christian doctor who was one of three U.S. doctors gunned down today in an Afghan hospital said that she has no ill-will towards the gun-man who did this, but hopes those who hear her message will open their hearts to the Afghan people in memory of her husband.
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Skydiving Accident: 'God Has a Plan for Me,' Says Texas Teen Who Survived 3,500-Foot Fall
A 16-year-old Texas girl who survived 3,500 foot plunge from a skydiving accident in Oklahoma spoke publicly Thursday for the first time, in which she gave thanks to God for giving her a second chance in life.
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'Soul Surfer' Bethany Hamilton at National Prayer Breakfast: 'Submission to Christ Brings True Fulfillment' (Video)
'Soul Surfer's Bethany Hamilton, known for her story of faith and perseverance amid tremendous odds, testified before President Obama, the First Lady, and members of congress about her Christian faith at the annual National Prayer Breakfast held at the nation's capital.
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North and South Korea Agree to Hold Family Reunions in February Despite War Drill Contentions
North and South Korea have agreed on Wednesday to hold reunions for families that were separated by the 1950-53 Korean War, followed by Pyongyang's call to Seoul to cancel planned military drill with the United States.
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Deaf Seahawks' Derrick Coleman Surprises Hearing-Impaired Twin Girls with Super Bowl Tickets
Deaf NFL Seattle Seahawks player Derrick Coleman surprised two hearing-impaired twin girls who are his biggest fans by giving them and their family tickets to the Sunday's Super Bowl XLVIII in a meeting arranged by ABC's "Good Morning America" on Thursday.
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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.
