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Hundreds of Middle East Christians Rescued and Resettled in Australia, Thanks to Christian Aid Group
While many countries have opened their doors to Muslim migrants from the Middle East, the journey has not been as easy for Christians in search of new homes after fleeing from intense persecution from their countries. However, an aid agency that extends help specifically to Christians is working to change the picture.
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Piers Morgan Calls Meryl Streep’s Anti-Trump Speech the ‘Worst Performance of Her Career’
British journalist and TV personality Piers Morgan said Meryl Streep just gave the “worst performance of her career” when she chose to stir up more division among Americans through her six-minute anti-Trump speech at the Golden Globe Awards. While he admired Streep for being “one of the greatest actresses in history,” Morgan said the actress could have had the chance to help unite her country but instead encouraged more dissension by bashing president-elect Donald Trump.
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House Report on Planned Parenthood Uncovers ‘Grisly Reality’ of Selling Baby Body Parts, Recommends Defunding Organization
The U.S. House of Representatives’ Select Investigative Panel released its final report detailing disturbing activities of Planned Parenthood, including the selling of babies’ body parts. The Panel has recommended that the organization be defunded and its funds redirected to more qualified health centers. It also gave 15 criminal referrals for violations of federal laws.
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Grandma Mistakes Lord Elrond Toy from ‘Lord of the Rings’ as St. Anthony Figurine, Prays to It for Years
An elderly woman from Brazil did not realize that she had been praying to a toy figure from the ‘Lord of the Rings’ for years, thinking it was the figurine of a saint.
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Alabama Supreme Court Declares the Unborn Is a Person with Equal Protection of the Law
The Alabama Supreme court gave a unanimous decision recognizing the personhood of the unborn from the time of conception, specifically with regard to the Wrongful Death Act, the Homicide Act and the chemical endangerment statute, in “one of the most pro-life opinions” by a court since Roe v. Wade.
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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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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.
