Evangelist Andrew Palau shares Gospel in Dominican Republic
An evangelist has taken part in sharing God's gift of salvation to the people of Dominican Republic.
Over 58,000 children 'face death' in Somalia drought, UN says
The UN has warned that more than 50,000 children in Somalia "face death" because of the ongoing drought.
Swedish police arrest 14 men suspected for planning an attack on asylum center
Swedish police have arrested 14 Polish far-right activists for allegedly planning to attack an asylum center, after finding knives, iron pipes and axes in their cars.
Man arrested for setting church on fire
A 29-year-old driver has been accused of ramming a car through the gates at a church, then trying to set fire to its floor.
Japan scraps UNESCO World Heritage bid for historic Christian sites
Japan withdrew its bid for UNESCO to add churches and other Christian sites in the southwestern region to the World Heritage register.
Taiwan developer in custody after deadly quake fells building
A local court in the southern Taiwan city of Tainan ruled on Tuesday to take into custody the developer of a building which collapsed during an earthquake at the weekend that killed at least 39 people.
Religious groups in Beijing must promote Chinese culture and socialism, officials order
A political bureau has told religious groups to promote Chinese culture and become more compatible with socialism, as Beijing circulated orders for retired party cadres to shun all religious activity.
Italy: Muslim to Christian converts living in fear of retaliation
Recent reports reveal that over a thousand Christian converts from Islam live in fear of retaliation against them from the Muslim community in Italy.
Georgia proposes 'blasphemy bill' to punish religious irreverence
Georgia is planning a "blasphemy bill" that will make religious insults punishable by law, prompting concerns about freedom of expression in the devoutly Orthodox Christian society.
80% of children in Saudi Arabia subjected to physical or psychological violence, study reveals
80 percent of chilren and young people have been subjected to various forms of physical and psychological violence in Saudi Arabia.
Merkel: Aiding refugees combats ISIS
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has stated that providing refuge to Iraqis and Syrians is part of Germany's effort to combat and fight ISIS.
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54% of Protestant Pastors Say Economic Conditions Are Hurting Their Churches
More than half of Protestant pastors in the United States say economic conditions are negatively affecting their congregations, as church donations continue to lag behind inflation, according to a new Lifeway Research survey. The annual study found that 54% of pastors believe the economy is hurting their churches, compared with 36% who reported no impact and 8% who described its effects as positive.
Christian Education Network Launched to Expand School Choice Scholarships Nationwide
A new federal school choice initiative is being hailed as the “greatest evangelism opportunity since the Billy Graham crusades,” with supporters expecting it to expand access to Christian education for millions of American children beginning in 2027. The Ohio-based Center for Christian Virtue has established the Christian Education Network Scholarship Granting Organization to provide financial assistance to families seeking Christian schooling.
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.