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Muslim Extremists Attack Christian Man With Machete, Severely Wound Him for 'Evangelizing'
August 2, 2017: A group of Muslim extremists attacked an Ethiopian Christian with a machete, leaving him with deep wounds to the back of his head.

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Joni Eareckson Tada Reflects on God's Faithfulness 50 Years After Diving Accident
August 2, 2017: Fifty years after she was paralyzed in a tragic diving accident, Joni Eareckson Tada has reflected on God's faithfulness - even in the midst of suffering.

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Madagascar: 34 Christian Worshippers Traveling to Church Killed in Tragic Bus Accident
August 2, 2017: At least 34 Christian worshippers died when the bus carrying them to a church meeting plunged down a steep ravine in central Madagascar, police and hospital officials said Tuesday.

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Pastor in Myanmar Casts Demons Out of Buddhist Chief's Son, Bringing Entire Village to Christ
August 1, 2017: A pastor in Myanmar has shared how, after calling on the name of Jesus, he cast the demons out of a Buddhist chief's son, bringing the entire village to Christ.

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Human Trafficking an 'Abhorrent Plague', 'Modern Slavery', Says Pope Francis
August 1, 2017: In observance of the U.N.'s world day against human trafficking, Pope Francis urged the international community to join the fight to end the epidemic, calling it "a form of modern slavery."

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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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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.

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Through education and healthcare: ACTS bears witness to the Gospel in West Africa
Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church, based in California, founded Africa Career Training School (ACTS ), which has built schools and clinics in Togo, Benin and other West African nations.
