Fulani militants kill 28 women and children in attack on Christian village in Nigeria
Armed Fulani herdsmen have reportedly killed at least 28 people, including women and children, during an attack on a village in Nigeria's Plateau State.
More people follow Church of England on social media than attend its services, figures reveal
New statistics released by the Church of England shows that more people follow its accounts on social media than attend its services.
Two Christians critically injured following attack on Indian church during worship service
Two Christians were critically injured after a radical Hindu mob attacked a church in India's Chhattisgarh State during a worship service on Sunday.
Xi Jinping tells Communist Party to promote religion that is 'Chinese in orientation'
China's President Xi Jinping has called on the Communist Party to oppose "erroneous" ideology and promote religion that is "Chinese in orientation."
Prisoners escape during lunch meeting with Pope in Bologna
Two prisoners have reportedly escaped during a lunch meeting with Pope Francis at the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna, Italy earlier this month.
Christian group booted from UK school following complaints about 'extremist' teachings
A Christian group was banned from a primary school in England after parents complained that their children are being exposed to its "extremist" teachings.
South African pastor found burned to death after apparent abduction
A South African pastor who was recently reported missing was found burned beyond recognition at a farm in Magaliesburg on Tuesday.
Vandals paint 'Crucify no voters' on Melbourne church amid Australia's same-sex marriage referendum
Churchgoers were shocked to find the phrases "Crucify No voters" and "Vote Yes" painted outside the Waverley Baptist church in Wheelers Hill, Melbourne when they arrived for morning service on Sunday.
SAS snipers gun down ISIS militants preparing to execute Christian family
A Christian family of eight were saved from certain death when SAS snipers gunned down the Islamic State militants who were preparing to execute them.
Somali government blames Al-Shabaab for deadly blast in Mogadishu
Security officials in Somalia have said that the al-Shabaab extremist group was behind the deadly bombing that killed at least 320 people in Mogadishu on Saturday.
Indian authorities arrest Christian teen over allegations of making anti-Hindu comments on Facebook
A Christian teenager in northern India was arrested and jailed for 12 days after he was accused of posting anti-Hindu comments on Facebook.
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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.