-
Death Toll Rises in Ukraine, Christians Targeted as Violence Continues
The bloodshed continues in Eastern Ukraine, as pro-Russian rebels continue to target Christians within the country, viewing them as government supporters following the ousting of President Yanukovych. Missionaries in the country urge Christians around the world to pray, as locals daily fear for their lives.

-
Nigerian Christians Refuse to Give Up Faith as Boko Haram Continues Persecution, Killing
Over the weekend, over 30 Christians were killed in the latest attack by terrorist group Boko Haram. However, Christians remain strong in their faith despite opposition. Christian leaders urge prayer for those in the country facing ongoing persecution.

-
North Korea to Place Two Americans on Trial - for Leaving a Bible in Hotel Room
Two American citizens will be placed on trial in North Korea for "perpetuating hostile acts" against the country. One of the men arrested reportedly left a Bible in his hotel room, which is illegal within the country.

-
Update: Publishing Company Severs Ties With Mark Driscoll a False Report
Tyndale House Publishing Company has allegedly severed ties with controversial pastor Mark Driscoll following allegations that he plagiarized the majority of his work. The company will no longer publish the pastor's upcoming book in addition to discontinuing imprints of his previous work.

-
Pastor Kong Hee Visits Oasis Church in LA, Remains Positive Despite Scandal
Singapore's megachurch pastor Kong Hee recently visited Oasis Church in LA, calling it one of the "greatest churches" in the state. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Hee continues to spread the good news of the Bible around the world.

-
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.

-
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.

-
Over 1,000 police raid Wenzhou house church, hundreds detained
Over a thousand police officers raided a prominent house church in Yayang, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province (浙江省溫州市雅陽), early Monday morning (the 15th). Hundreds of Christians were detained.

-
Vancouver Chinese Church holds outdoor prayer gathering for China’s house churches
Faith Chinese Baptist Church (溫哥華信友堂) held its annual outdoor morning prayer gathering on Dec. 13 in Vancouver, drawing over hundreds participants to pray for the situation facing China’s house churches.

-
Singapore Bible College appoints Rev. Dr. Patrick Fung as eighth principal
Singapore Bible College has announced the appointment of Rev. Dr. Patrick Fung (馮浩鎏), a veteran international missions leader, as its eighth principal. Dr. Fung will officially take office on July 1, 2026, for a five-year term, succeeding Rev. Dr. Clement Chia (謝木水).
