-
China Shuts Down Sunday Schools, Vacation Bible Schools for Children
July 24, 2017: In an effort to curb the growth of Christianity, officials in China's eastern Zhejiang province have issued orders aimed at closing Sunday schools and keeping children from Christian events over the summer months.
-
Charlie Gard Story: Parents End Legal Battle, Say 'Time Has Run Out' for Terminally Ill Baby
July 24, 2017: Charlie Gard's parents have ended their five-month legal battle to take the terminally ill baby to the United States for experimental treatment.
-
'Fixer Upper' Star Joanna Gaines Hits Back at Fake News: 'This is a SCAM'
July 24, 2017: Joanna Gaines has dismissed a widespread report that she's leaving her hit HGTV show behind her for a new beauty-based business.
-
Billy Graham Says This Is the 'Most Important Thing' to Remember About Antichrist
July 24, 2017: This is the most important thing to remember about the Antichrist, according to evangelist Billy Graham.
-
Christian Football Coach Hugh Freeze Resigns After 'Misdial' to Escort Service
July 21, 20187: Hugh Freeze, the Ole Miss coach known for his blending of faith and football, has resigned after the school found a pattern that included phone calls to a number associated with a female escort service.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
