Christian teen in Pakistan dies after being beaten by police
A 14-year-old Pakistani Christian boy has died after receiving a severe beating from the police because he had gotten into a fight with a Muslim classmate several months ago.
Hungarian MP calls on Christians to fight billionaire's 'Satanic' plan to destroy Europe
A Hungarian member of the parliament has called on Christians to resist the plans of billionaire financier George Soros to "dilute the Christian spirit of Europe" by forcing countries to accept millions of migrants.
Algerian Christian goes on hunger strike after court rejects his request for conditional release
An Algerian Christian who was jailed for blasphemy last year has gone on a hunger strike after a court rejected his request for conditional release.
Orthodox leaders denounce Greece's new law that allows people to legally change genders
Leaders of the Greek Orthodox Church have spoken out against Greece's new law that allows transgender individuals to legally change their gender without the need for medical tests or sterilization.
Sydney clergy slams Anglican church's $1M donation to campaign against same-sex marriage
Some members of the Anglican clergy in Sydney have criticized their diocese's decision to donate AU$1 million (US$780,000) to the campaign against the legalization of same-sex marriage in Australia.
'Party girls' try living with nuns in convent for reality TV show
A group of young girls seeking a "spiritual journey" has been sent to a convent in Norfolk, England as part of a reality television series.
Pastor's 709-carat diamond goes on sale in Belgium
A 709.41-carat diamond found by a pastor in Sierra Leone earlier this year is currently being prepared for auction in Antwerp, Belgium, the government of Sierra Leone confirmed on Wednesday.
Indian bishops castigate Christian sect for burning Hindu idol
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of India has castigated a Christian sect for burning an image of a Hindu deity and the Indian national flag in the northeastern state of Mizoram.
Thousands of Catholics gather along Polish border for controversial prayer event
Thousands of Catholics gathered along Poland's 2,200-mile border during the weekend to participate in a controversial prayer rally that some felt had anti-Muslim overtones.
USCIRF delegation pays visit to American pastor imprisoned in Turkey
Two delegates from the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) paid a visit to American Pastor Andrew Brunson in Turkey last week, almost a year to the day when he was detained by the authorities over allegations of terrorism and espionage.
Oxford college draws backlash for banning Christian Union from fair
An Oxford college's decision to ban the Christian Union from setting up a stall at its freshers' fair has drawn backlash from religious leaders and academics.
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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.