Church leaders decry attack on Catholic-run hospital in India
Church leaders have decried the attack carried out by a mob led by the personal assistant of a local parliamentarian on a Catholic-run church in Ujjain city.
Vatican admits altering photo of Benedict's comments on Francis
A Vatican office has admitted that it had altered a photo of a letter written by Pope emeritus Benedict XVI regarding Pope Francis' theological background.
Sweden's Social Democrats propose ban on all religious schools to combat segregation
Sweden's Social Democratic Party has proposed a ban on all religious charter schools in a bid to tackle segregation in the country amid a growing number of asylum seekers.
University's refusal to screen ex-gay film sparks protest
Protesters gathered outside a Northern Ireland university on Tuesday over its refusal to screen a film that highlights the story of people who have left homosexuality.
Christian asylum seeker remains in limbo as Swedish government refuse to reconsider deportation order
A Christian asylum seeker in Sweden remains in a legal limbo as the government refuses to reconsider an order to deport her back to her native Iran, where she is said to face the risk of imprisonment, rape and even death because of her faith.
Turkish prosecutor seeks life sentence for jailed American Pastor Andrew Brunson
A Turkish prosecutor is demanding a life sentence for American Pastor Andrew Brunson, who has been detained since Oct. 7, 2016 over his alleged links with an armed terrorist organization.
Turkish assault on Syrian city of Afrin could kill 1 million civilians, Christian activists warn
Christian activists have warned that about a million Syrian civilians are facing certain death in northwestern Afrin because of assault being carried out by Turkey and its allies.
Chinese officials arrest priests during raid on historical church
Several priests were reportedly arrested on Friday when local officials conducted a raid on a historical Catholic Church in China's central Henan province.
Professor removes student from religious studies class for transgender arguments
A professor at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) has reportedly removed a student from a religious studies class after challenging her transgender and feminist arguments.
Hindu nationalists attack 5 churches with help of policeman
A Hindu nationalist group carried out attacks on five churches in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu on Sunday with the help of a police officer.
Mennonite agrees to testify in death penalty case after being jailed for refusing on religious grounds
A Mennonite criminal defense investigator from Colorado has agreed to testify in a death penalty case after she was jailed for refusing to take the stand because she feared that her testimony could be used to help execute the defendant.
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‘Zero A.D.’ Brings Nativity to Life Through a Story of Faith and Sacrificial Love
Director Alejandro Monteverde, best known for “Sound of Freedom,” is bringing the Nativity to the big screen this Christmas season with “Zero A.D.: The Birth of Christ,” a biblical epic highlighting the courage and faith behind the birth of Jesus. Distributed by Angel Studios, the drama-thriller opens in theaters Dec. 11 and depicts Mary and Joseph’s struggle to protect the newborn Messiah amid political turmoil.
Texas-Based Anglican Diocese Elects Paul Donison as Bishop After Months of Deadlock
The Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast has chosen the Rev. Paul Donison as its next bishop, ending months of uncertainty following an inconclusive election in May. The Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) announced Wednesday that the Texas-based diocese elected Donison on Nov. 7.
Texas Chief Justice-Elect Seeks to End Religious Exemptions for Judges Who Refuse Same-Sex Weddings
Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice-elect Maggie Ellis has announced plans to overturn a rule protecting judges who decline to officiate same-sex weddings because of their religious beliefs.
China’s New Law Expands Communist Party Control Over Religious Freedom, Report Warns
A law that came into effect this year gives the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) increased powers to restrict religious practice even as several Christians remain imprisoned for carrying out their ministries, according to an advocacy group’s new report. In the past year freedom of religion in China has deteriorated with the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress coming into effect on July1.
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.