U.S. Warns of Possible Islamic State Attacks on American Military Bases
The United States military has issued a warning of possible Islamic State terrorist attacks on U.S. military bases.
Pope Francis Encourages Middle East to Protect Christian Minority
During his visit to Turkey this week, Pope Francis called on Middle Eastern countries to work together to protect Christians in the area occupied by large Muslim populations.
American Couple Asks For Prayers After Being Held In Qatar For Child's Death
An American couple acquitted of murder charges in Qatar was prevented from leaving the country and returning to the U.S. this weekend.
Christians In Syria's Aleppo Prepare For Islamic State Invasion
Christian residents in the Syrian city of Aleppo have reportedly sworn to hold their ground, instead of fleeing, despite the threat of an Islamic State invasion.
Pope Francis, Patriarch Bartholomew Unite To Appeal For Global Aid To Victims Of Islamic Extremists
In an extraordinary display of Christian unity, Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople kissed the head of Pope Francis as they issued a joint declaration urging world leaders to extend more assistance to victims of Islamic extremists in Iraq and Syria, including Christians who have been living in the region for 2,000 years.
Pope Francis Brings Light Of Peace In Visit To Turkey Amid Dark Clouds Of War
Pope Francis began a three-day visit to Turkey on Friday to bring the light of peace and goodwill in a region darkened by the clouds of religious and political conflict.
Targeted By Islamic Extremists, Pope Still Keeps Door Open For Peace
Even if he has become the target of Islamic radicals, Pope Francis said his door "is always open" for peace initiatives, indicating his willingness to talk peace with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (Isil).
U.S. and Allies Lead 17 New Airstrikes Against Islamic State
The United States and its allies have led 17 airstrikes against the Islamic State since Monday, the U.S. Central Command reports.
Cast and Crew for 'A.D.' Spot Unique Images In Sky While Filming
Crew members working on the sequel to \"The Bible\" miniseries have reported seeing multiple images in the sky that some say may be signs from God.
Report: Islamic State Stones Two Men For Being Gay
Members of the Islamic State terrorist group have reportedly stoned two men to death for being gay, a human rights monitoring group has said.
Pope Francis Encourages Europe to Welcome Migrant Workers
Pope Francis encouraged European countries to be accepting of immigrants and offer jobs to the unemployed while speaking at an event on Tuesday.
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World Evangelical Alliance Celebrates 180th Anniversary With Global Online Gatherings
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) marked its 180th anniversary with online gatherings. Founded in London in 1846, the WEA represents more than 650 million evangelicals through nine regional alliances spanning 160 countries. Hundreds of participants from more than 20 countries joined two Zoom events on Sept. 23, scheduled at different times to accommodate multiple time zones.
“Asking What the Church Truly Is”… U.S. Church Grew ‘From Faith Community to Nation,’ Korean Church ‘From Bible Study to Church’
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CCP Detains Pastors at Beijing Church as House Church Crackdown Expands
Chinese authorities have detained multiple pastors and church workers from Beijing Jiaquan Church, an independent house church that has operated in the capital for more than two decades. ChinaAid founder and President Bob Fu said his organization is “urgently concerned for the safety, health and legal rights of every Jiaquan pastor and church co-worker who has been taken away.”
Muslim Residents Oppose Approved Church Project in Indonesia Over Permit Discrepancy
A planned church in East Java Province in Indonesia is facing renewed opposition from Muslim residents who argue that an address discrepancy in permit documents should halt construction. Residents in the Dukuh Kukun area of Babat Jerawat Urban Village, Pakal District, Surabaya, say the address listed on the official permit does not match the church site in the CitraLand housing complex.
Federal Judge Allows Bid for First Religious Charter School in U.S. to Proceed in Oklahoma
National Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School may continue pursuing plans to become the nation’s first religious charter school while its legal challenge to an Oklahoma law moves forward, a federal judge ruled. According to Baptist Press, the National Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School Foundation is challenging provisions of the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act that bar religious organizations from operating publicly funded charter schools because of their religious character.