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Texas Church 'Seeking God's Will' After Married Associate Pastor Resigns Over Prostitution Bust
July 25, 2017: The Woodlands First Baptist Church in Texas has said it is continuing to "seek God's will with grace and truth" while announcing that the church's associate pastor, Eddie Hilburn, resigned from his position after being arrested by a Harris County Sheriff's deputy who he allegedly paid for sex.
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Richard Dawkins Responds to Berkeley Event Cancellation: 'Why is it Fine to Criticize Christianity but Not Islam?'
July 25, 2017: Famed atheist Richard Dawkins has asked why it's "fine to criticize Christianity but not Islam" after a California radio station dropped him from speaking and accused him of "abusive speech" against the Muslim community.
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Natalie Grant Reflects on God's Faithfulness 'Throughout Generations' After Youngest Daughter is Baptized
Award-winning singer Natalie Grant has reflected on God's faithfulness after witnessing the backyard baptism of her youngest daughter, Sadie Rose.
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Richard Dawkins Slams Police for Pulling 'Allah Is Gay' Sign at London Pride Parade, But Not 'Jesus Is Gay'
July 25, 2017: Richard Dawkins has slammed the "hypocritical" police working London's Pride parade after they ordered members of Britain's Council of Ex-Muslims (CEMB) to lower their banners that read "Allah is Gay," but allowed signs that said "Jesus is Gay".
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Ken Ham Slams Bill Nye for Saying Climate Science Won't Advance Until Older Generation Dies
July 24, 2017: Ken Ham, founder, president, and CEO of the creationist organization Answers in Genesis, Creation Museum, and Ark Encounter, has once again issued a stinging criticism of Bill Nye "The Science Guy" over his views on climate change.
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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.
