Brussels bombings aftermath: U.S. needs tighter immigration policies, say evangelists
Two evangelists have spoken out regarding immigration policies in the United States in the wake of the attacks in Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday.
Brussels ISIS bombing aftermath: Will church be next? Can people 'destroy evil'?
The Brussels bombing on Tuesday has put churches and governments on high alert. The terror that the Islamic State wishes to spread has seeped into society and a vicar has expressed his fear that the church might be the next target.
Christian lawyer released from China's 'black jail'
Lawyer Zhang Kai posted a message in Chinese social networking site WeChat on Wednesday, saying that he has been released from prison. He was put behind bars last year for assisting in the litigation of religion-based cases.
Christians, governments on high alert for terror attacks as Easter draws near
Christians and governments in different parts of the globe are on alert especially with Easter fast approaching, a time when further terror attacks might happen.
3,000 child refugees to be allowed into UK from Europe after House of Lords vote
The amendment to the Immigration Bill filed by Labour's Lord Dubs was supported by peers, outvoting the government in the House of Lords 306 to 204. Once the bill becomes law, ministers would have to allow 3,000 child refugees from Europe to take refuge in Britain.
Pope Francis, Bishop of Gloucester to wash feet of young refugees, women prisoners on Holy Thursday
On Holy Thursday, Pope Francis will be washing the feet of young refugees, in the way that Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. Right Reverend Rachel Treweek, the Bishop of Gloucester, will also be washing feet, but it will be those of women at the Eastwood Park Women's Prison in Falfield, ...
Easter disappearing from UK Easter eggs
Easter seems to be disappearing from a number of Easter eggs being sold in the UK today, and some brands have opted to simply label their products as "chocolate egg" to completely avoid the word "Easter".
Bible translators attacked in Middle East, Christian convert killed in Bangladesh
Four Bible translators were attacked and killed by unidentified assailants in the Middle East, while in Bangladesh, a 68-year-old Christian convert was attacked by at least two assailants while he was taking a walk.
Pope, Church and goverment leaders decry Brussels ISIS bombings
Pope Francis decried the bombings that happpened in Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday, which killed at least 30 people and injured 230.
ISIS claims responsibility for Brussels terror attacks that kill at least 30
Islamic State claimed responsibility for attacks on Brussels airport and a rush-hour metro train in the Belgian capital on Tuesday which killed at least 30 people, a news agency affiliated to the group said.
Pope Francis condemns indifference of authorities to refugee crisis
Pope Francis has condemned authorities who continue to act indifferent towards the ongoing refugee crisis.
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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.