Senate to vote this month on 20-week abortion ban
The U.S. Senate is reportedly preparing to vote on the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, which aims to ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
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Turkey's historic Iron church reopens after 7-year restoration
A church built by the Bulgarian community in Istanbul in the 19th century reopened on Sunday after a seven-year restoration project.
Former head of Hong Kong Christian Council denounces Beijing for reviving 'autocracy'
The former leader of the Hong Kong Christian Council has criticized China's central government for reviving "autocracy" and tightening its grip on Hong Kong's politics and economy.
US State Department puts Pakistan on special watch list of 'countries of particular concern'
Pakistan has been placed on the U.S. State Department's special watch list of "countries of particular concern" (CPC) for "severe" violations of religious freedom.
Survey: 2 out of 3 Christians say they have experienced spiritual abuse
Two out of three Christian respondents of a new online survey have said that they had personally experienced spiritual abuse.
French prosecutors launch probe into alleged cover-up in 2016 Normandy terror attack
French prosecutors have opened a preliminary investigation into the alleged manipulation of intelligence memos in an attempt to cover up the failure to prevent the attacks in Normandy in 2016.
Over 100 Christians demand removal of 'Lucifer' statue in Greece
Over 100 Christians in Greece are demanding the removal of a sculpture in the Athens suburb of Palaio Faliro because they believe that the statue symbolizes Lucifer.
Northern Ireland churches ban handshakes as Australian flu spreads across UK
A Catholic diocese in Northern Ireland has temporarily banned handshakes in an effort to minimize the risk of contracting the Australian flu, which has now spread across the U.K.
Paula White warns followers they may 'struggle' this year if they don't donate 'first fruits'
Televangelist Paula White is asking her followers to donate as much as their entire salary for the month of January as "first fruits" offering so that they would enjoy "blessings" for the entire year, but she warns that they may suffer "consequences" if they fail to follow God's command.
Five bishops oppose letting divorced and remarried Catholics receive Communion
Five bishops have signed a statement expressing their opposition to norms and guidelines that foresee the possibility of allowing divorced and remarried Catholics receiving Communion.
University of New Mexico halts fetal tissue research following allegations of illegal activity
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has suspended its fetal tissue research program as the school conducts an investigation regarding allegations that a tissue from an abortion has been misused.
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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.