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Jeremy Lin Honors Fans with Appreciation Week
Jeremy Lin has expressed his gratitude for the support of his fans throughout the 2012-2013 NBA season, honoring them with a Fan Appreciation Week beginning June 3.
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Cause of West Texas Fire Explosion Undetermined
Investigators announced on Thursday that the cause of the fire at The West Fertilizer Co. plant is still undetermined, although they believe they have narrowed it to three scenarios.
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John Piper Calls Obama's Planned Parenthood Speech 'Blasphemy'
Dr. John Piper, an influential preacher and Christian writer, strongly disagrees with President Obama’s speech to Planned Parenthood on April 26. On Wednesday, Piper tweeted “The President’s blasphemy” and pointed followers to George Weigel’s article, Tribulation Compounded by Blasphemy (2013).
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Texas Tornadoes Cause Widespread Destruction, Kill At Least Six People
Six people lost their lives and several others have been reported missing in Granbury after multiple tornadoes passed through the Texas city on Wednesday night. Numerous people were injured, and many commercial and residential properties sustained significant damage in cities surrounding the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex as a result of the storms.
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Prominent Christian Leader Opposes Gay Marriage Legalization in Minnesota
Several prominent Christian leaders have raised opposition to same-sex marriage in light of current state legislation. Many agree with the Biblical definition of the institution, and have spoken out against the promotion of what the Bible defines as sin.
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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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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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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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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.
