4 Ethiopian teenagers on trial for distributing Christian books
Four Ethiopian teenage girls are currently on trial after they were arrested for distributing a Christian book in the town of Babile last September.
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Secularist group wants Air Force colonel punished for mentioning Christ
The Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF) filed a complaint against an Air Force colonel for mentioning Christ during an interview with the 39th Air Base Wing's public affairs office.
Swiss court forces Christian nursing home to perform assisted suicide
A nursing home run by the Salvation Army will have to perform assisted suicide upon request of its patients to comply with an order from the Swiss Federal Court.
Chinese churches won't pledge loyalty to Communist Party despite looming crackdown
The Chinese Communist Party enacted a new set of laws that puts tougher restrictions on religious activities but churches remained steadfast in their faith and continued to defy government orders.
Russell Moore decries Pat Robertson's dismissal of Trump's lewd comments as "humiliating mess"
Russell Moore denounced Pat Robertson for his dismissal of Trump's lewd comments in a leaked video tape.
Denver Archbishop rebukes Catholics who plan to vote for Democrats
The archbishop of Denver has warned Catholics against voting for the Democratic party in the coming elections due to its support for abortion.
Kurdish militia in Syria prevents Assyrian Christians from returning home
The villages previously inhabited by Assyrian Christians in north eastern Syria has been freed from ISIS but the Assyrians still cannot return home because the region is now under the control of Kurdish militia.
Pastor Judah Smith gives advice on how to take care of the soul
Judah Smith, the lead pastor of City Church, cautioned Christian leaders to take care of their souls to avoid burning out.
Planned Parenthood launches ad campaign against Trump
Planned Parenthood has teamed up with Priorities Action USA to launch a seven-figure advertising campaign targeting Donald Trump's pro-life platform.
Asia Bibi's final appeal set to be heard in court this week
The Supreme Court of Pakistan will be hearing on Oct. 13 the final appeal of Asia Bibi, a Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy, after years of being postponed.
Trump's video scandal divides evangelical and conservative leaders
Conservative and evangelical leaders are now divided over their support for Donald Trump after a scandalous video showing the candidate making lewd comments about women surfaced online. Some retracted their support but others continue to stand behind him to prevent Hillary Clinton from winning the ...
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Calvary Chapel Pastors Push Back Against Costa Mesa’s Ordination of Women
Several pastors affiliated with the Calvary Chapel movement have publicly criticized Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa’s affirmation of women serving as pastors, following an announcement by Char Brodersen at the church that once served as the movement’s flagship congregation. The Calvary Chapel Association (CCA), through its Heartland Regional Team, reaffirmed its opposition to appointing women as pastors or elders.
“I Would Never Renounce My Faith”: 20-Year-Old Egyptian Christian Killed by ISIS in Libya
A 20-year-old Egyptian Christian was reportedly killed by Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Libya after resisting repeated demands to abandon his Christian faith and embrace Islam while in captivity. Milad Malak, a Coptic Christian, was the only Christian among a group of Egyptian workers abducted by ISIS fighters, according to Open Doors, which cited accounts from two Muslim companions who were later released.
Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills 3 Students at Christian Bible School, Injures 6
Three students were killed and six others injured when Myanmar's military launched an airstrike and drone assault on a Christian Bible school in Karen State. The attack occurred Tuesday in Day Bu Noh village in Hpapun District, an area largely populated by Christian Karen communities. Military aircraft reportedly dropped bombs before armed drones struck the village, with one exploding directly above the Bible school.
Iran Brands Christian Converts Security Threats Amid Church Seizure, UN Rapporteur Says
Iran has responded to just one of eight communications sent by United Nations human rights experts concerning Christians since 2011, with its sole response portraying Christian converts as national security threats, according to the U.N. Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran. Dr. Mai Sato, who assumed the position in August 2024, discussed the Iranian government's treatment of Christians.
Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds
Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers failed a test measuring their knowledge of the Bible, highlighting widespread gaps in biblical literacy, according to a report published Tuesday by Lifeway Research. The assessment used a traditional grading system ranging from A (90 and above) to F (below 60). The average score was 51, with 65% receiving an F, 9% a D, 9% a C, 8% a B and 9% an A.