Archaeologists uncover gates of Solomon's desert fortress described in 1 Kings
Archaeologists have uncovered what are likely to be the gates to Solomon's desert fortress during a five-day dig at the Biblical Tamar Park in southern Israel.
Tesco's new Christmas ad featuring Muslim family prompts calls for boycott
A number of people have called for a boycott of British supermarket chain Tesco after it released a new Christmas TV advertisement featuring a Muslim family.
Iraqi security forces discover mass graves containing up to 400 bodies
Mass graves containing up to 400 victims of the Islamic State were discovered by Iraqi security forces on Saturday in an area that was recently recaptured from the terror group.
Christian teacher faces disciplinary action for calling transgender pupil a 'girl'
A Christian teacher from Oxford, England is facing disciplinary action for referring to a pupil as a girl, although the student identifies as a boy.
Fatwa issued by top Saudi scholar says Muslims can pray in churches and synagogues
A top Saudi scholar has issued a fatwa, or a religious advisory opinion, stating Muslims may pray in Shiite or Sufi mosques, as well as churches or synagogues.
Suspected Fulani militants kill 9 Christians in Nigeria's Plateau State
At least nine Christians were killed in Nigeria's central Plateau state earlier this month after suspected Fulani militants ambushed them as they returned from a weekly village market.
Pakistani Christian imprisoned for blasphemy despite mental illness
A 65-year-old Christian from the Fazlia Colony of Lahore, Pakistan has been charged with blasphemy and sent to prison despite being recognized as mentally ill.
Chinese officials recapture Christian human rights lawyer after escape from house arrest
A prominent Christian human rights lawyer who was under house arrest had managed to escape briefly from his home in August, but he was rearrested by Chinese officials in a neighboring province.
New Zealand's parliament considers dropping references to the Queen and Jesus Christ from daily prayers
The parliament of New Zealand is reportedly looking to remove reference to the Queen and Jesus Christ from the daily prayers that open its sessions.
LGBT activists urge Pope Francis to remove bishop for opposing funeral rites for unrepentant gays
LGBT activists have reportedly launched a petition calling on Pope Francis to remove the bishop of the Diocese of Madison, Wisconsin from his position because he opposes funeral rites for unrepentant homosexuals.
Evangelist launches decade-long campaign to convert 150 million to Christianity
World-renowned evangelist Reinhard Bonnke has announced that he is launching a campaign to convert 150 million people to Christianity over the next ten years.
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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.