Christian school in Wales draws backlash over new 'gender neutral' toilets
A Christian school in Wales is facing criticism from parents following the installation of new hotel-style toilets designed to be accessible to both boys and girls.
Desmond Tutu castigates Aung San Suu Kyi over Myanmar's persecution of Rohingya Muslims
Archbishop Desmond Tutu has criticized Myanmar's de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi over her silence on the issue of the persecution of Rohingya Muslims in her country.
Christian children in Iran are being told to either study Islam or leave school, report claims
Christian students in two Iranian towns have been told that they must either learn about Shia Islam or leave school, according to a report from a Christian persecution watchdog.
Singapore bans two foreign Christian preachers over 'Islamophobic' remarks
Singapore has banned two foreign Christian preachers from speaking in the country on Friday due to their "denigrating and inflammatory" towards Islam and other religions.
Christian children in Sudan's refugee camp forced to recite Islamic prayers before receiving food
Christian children at refugee camps in Sudan are not being provided with food unless they recite Islamic prayers, sources have told the Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).
New report details mass persecution of Kurds and Christians in Turkey
A U.S.-based non-profit international policy council and think tank has recently published a report detailing the mass persecution of Christians and Kurds in Turkey.
Majority of Britons reject creationism but some are still skeptical about evolution
A new poll has indicated that a majority of people in the U.K. reject the biblical account of Creation but a significant number of religious people are still skeptical about the theory of evolution.
Amnesty report: 381 civilians have been killed by Boko Haram since April
At least 381 civilians have been killed in attacks carried out by Boko Haram militants in Nigeria and Cameroon since April, according to a report by Amnesty International.
'Satanists' are giving away cursed rosaries to unsuspecting Catholics, Filipino exorcist warns
A Filipino exorcist has warned that cursed rosaries and other religious items are being given away by Illuminati "Satanists" to unsuspecting Catholics.
Orthodox Christian leader urges Copts in Australia to oppose legalization of gay marriage
Coptic Orthodox Church Pope Tawadros II has urged young Coptic Christians in Australia to "fight for what is right" and vote against the legalization of same-sex marriage in the country's upcoming referendum.
Church leaders decry Israel's attempt to 'weaken Christian presence' in Jerusalem
The heads of Christian churches in Jerusalem have issued a rare joint statement on Thursday decrying what they describe as Israel's "attempts to weaken the Christian presence" in the city.
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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.