Norwegian Lutheran Church votes in favor of same-sex marriage
The Lutheran Church in Norway voted in favor of allowing same-sex couples to get married, and the religious movement in the church that lobbied for the change is happy with the results.
Mapuche conflict: Two churches burned in Chile
Two Christian churches have been burned in Chile, the fourth and fifth alleged arson cases in 24 hours. The perpetrators are supporters of the Mapuche, an indigenous people who are said to be trying to get rid of those who practice religion that contradicts their beliefs.
Muslims help Christians rebuild church in Bulgaria
Muslims helped both in raising funds and in restoring a Christian church in the small Bulgarian village of Kozlets, and the mayor expressed that this an example of tolerance among those of different faiths.
Christian youth being targeted by drug cartels in Pakistan; Christian man murdered for telling men to leave kids alone
A 55-year-old Christian man in Pakistan was brutally murdered by two assailants. He apparently had a previous argument with the two men when he told them to leave the Christian youth in his village alone.
Babylon Brigade: A look at the Christian militia fighting against ISIS
"Jesus himself told us that if you don't have a sword you should go out and buy one." -- Christian militia leader Rayan al-Kildani
Nigeria military sets up camp to rehabilitate Boko Haram members
The Nigerian military has set up a camp to rehabilitate Boko Haram members who have surrendered and help them re-integrate into society.
Thousands of Danish Christians cancel church membership following atheist campaign
Thousands of Christians in Denmark have cancelled their church membership in response to a nationwide campaign launched by an atheist group. In its campaign, Ateistisk Selskab or the Danish Atheist Society advised Danish citizens that they could save money by leaving the church.
No more Christmas in Nepal, Christians react
The Nepalese government has declared that Christmas will no longer be considered a public holiday, a decision that sparked protests among Christians and their supporters in the country.
Vatileaks 2 trial back in court, Francesca Chaouqui takes the stand
All five defendants were present Wednesday as the trial for the Vatileaks 2 case resumed. Francesca Chaouqui, one of the accused, took the stand.
Relics of Byzantine church discovered by construction workers in Gaza
Construction workers in Gaza unexpectedly discovered what is believed to be remnants of a Byzantine church. However, Christians in the Palestinian region are not happy with the way the archaeological find has been treated.
Feuding Christian groups unite to fix shrine at Jesus' tomb
The Aedicule, the 206-year-old structure located at the Church of the Holy Sepucher in the Old City of Jerusalem, is at risk of collapsing. Three Christian groups known for disagreeing with each other have joined together to save the place believed to be where Jesus resurrected.
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United Methodist Church Selects US, Zimbabwe for Historic 2028 General Conference
The United Methodist Church (UMC) will convene its 2028 General Conference at two locations simultaneously for the first time in the denomination’s history, bringing together delegates in the United States and Africa for its highest legislative assembly. The UMC Commission on the General Conference announced Tuesday that Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harare, Zimbabwe, will jointly host the gathering.
Middle East Christians Face Uncertain Future as Global Persecution Threatens Over 400 Million
Christian persecution has worsened in more than half of 18 countries surveyed by a Catholic watchdog, raising concerns about the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. The Middle East has emerged as an area of particular concern, where prolonged instability threatens Christianity’s presence in its historic birthplace.
Multisite Churches Expanding Rapidly Across US, Attracting Nearly 10% of Protestant Churchgoers
Multisite churches are expanding rapidly across the United States, attracting nearly one in 10 Protestant churchgoers, but their growth is increasingly outpacing the development of qualified leaders, according to a new national study. The report identified more than 1,800 multisite churches operating over 6,000 campuses nationwide, highlighting the growing influence of congregations that maintain multiple worship locations under a unified organizational structure.
Allie Beth Stuckey Urges Christians to Limit Halloween Participation and Avoid Horror Films
New York Times bestselling author and BlazeTV host Allie Beth Stuckey has drawn mixed reactions from Christians after questioning whether believers should embrace Halloween festivities and consume horror-themed entertainment. During the Oct. 19 episode of her “Relatable” podcast, Stuckey addressed the different ways Christians approach Halloween, acknowledging that the subject involves personal convictions and differing interpretations of Christian freedom.
Federal Appeals Court Sides With Churches in Immigration Raids Dispute
A federal appeals court has handed a legal victory to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations challenging the Trump administration’s decision to permit immigration enforcement operations at places of worship. A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed a lower court’s decision rejecting the religious groups’ request for a preliminary injunction.