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Ohio Execution-Style Shooting Victims' Community Lifts Up Prayers, 3 Kids Survive Spree
Eight family members were found Friday shot "execution-style" in four different homes in rural, southern Ohio. Pastor Phil Fulton of nearby Union Hill Community Church said he couldn't believe the first call he received that morning: "Come quickly, Dana is dead." Dana was the matriarch of the Rhoden family, whose family members, and now victims, lived within miles side-by-side each other.
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'Children of God' New Album Debuts From Christian Musician Phil Wickham
The latest full-length album from contemporary Christian vocalist, guitarist and song writer Phil Wickham debuts Friday, April 22. This marks his first LP in three years. His impactful single "This Is Amazing Grace," was certified RIAA Gold, and named BMI's Christian Song of the Year as it topped radio charts.
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Target Boycotted Over Transgender Restrooms By American Family Association
Transgender public restrooms are a dangerous, new policy, asserts spokespeople of the nonprofit American Family Association. Due to that stance, the association's leaders Friday called for a boycott of Target, after representatives of the consumer retailer announced they will be allowing "transgender team members and guests to use the restroom or fitting room facility that corresponds with their gender identity."
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German Pastor Vilified For Boldly Preaching Gospel: 'Spiritual War Between Christ and Devil'
A German pastor who has been criticized for preaching boldly, directly and unapologetically about the Gospel said he thinks it is his "duty to do this preaching in this way for our Lord."
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Religious Liberty 'Under Assault' In Missouri, Rally Slated To Support Freedom Amendment
Religious freedom is under assault in Missouri, and it is time to stand up for faith, says Ryan Johnson, president of the Missouri Alliance for Freedom. To that end, a Rally for Religious Freedom is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. The event is a prelude to a vote by House of Representatives on whether Missouri's Religious Freedom Amendment (SJR 39) will be placed on a statewide ballot in August or November.
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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.
