• Chinese Pastor of Demolished Church Refuses to Bow to Authorities: 'Of Course We're Scared, But We Have Jesus'

  A pastor whose church was demolished by Chinese authorities — who then sent him a bill for related costs — has expressed his unwavering faith in God despite such persecution.

  

• Tortured Chinese Pastor Remains Under Government Surveillance Months After Release from Prison

  Despite being released from prison months ago, a house church pastor in China is still under government surveillance as persecution across the country escalates.

  

• China May 'Rewrite' Bible to Include Buddhist Teachings, Infuse Worship Songs with 'Chinese Elements'

  To better control the growth and influence of Christianity, the Chinese government plans to incorporate Buddhist scripture and Confucian teachings into the Bible and edit worship songs to include Chinese characteristics, the head of a persecution watchdog has revealed.

  

• Rebel Force Attacks Churches in Burma, Detain Pastors and Shave Heads Before Releasing Them

  Ethnic Wa rebels shut down churches, destroyed buildings, and temporarily detained several pastor in eastern Burma (Myanmar), shaving their heads before releasing them.

  

• Pope Francis Admits His Deal with China Will Cause 'Suffering' Among Underground Catholics

  Pope Francis has acknowledged that underground churches will suffer as a result of a landmark deal between the Vatican and China on the appointment of bishops, but praised the "martyr-like faith" of Chinese Catholics and their willingness to accept whatever was decided.