Canada issues new passports with gender neutral option
The Canadian government has announced that it will start issuing passports and other immigration documents with a gender neutral option at the end of the month.
Most Australian Christians are in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage, new survey finds
A majority of Christians in Australia are in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage, according to a new study conducted ahead of the nation's upcoming referendum.
Pastor Hyeon Soo Lim says he would go back to North Korea if invited
Pastor Hyeon Soo Lim, who was recently freed by North Korea after two years of imprisonment, said that he would not hesitate to go back to the Communist country if he is invited.
Pagan group urges Archbishop of Canterbury to return 'stolen' church buildings
A group of pagans has reportedly written a letter to the Archbishop of Canterbury demanding the return of two churches that were supposedly stolen 1,300 years ago.
Christian girl placed into foster home in London with non-English speaking Muslim family
A 5-year-old Christian girl was reportedly "very distressed" after she was sent to live in a foster home with a non-English speaking Muslim family.
ISIS threatens to attack Vatican in new video
The Islamic State terror group has released a new video calling on "lone wolves" to carry out attacks on the Vatican.
Toronto politicians seek ban on graphic images of aborted babies
Politicians in Toronto, Canada are calling for a judicial order that would ban signs and flyers that feature graphic images of aborted babies.
Christian mother who died in Eritrean prison showed signs of torture, relatives say
The Christian mother of three who died earlier this month while she was detained in an Eritrean prison had signs of torture on her body, according to her relatives.
Turkey files new charges against jailed American Pastor Andrew Brunson
The Turkish government has filed new charges against North Carolina Pastor Andrew Brunson, who was jailed in Turkey in October due to his alleged links to the Gülen movement, which has been labeled by the government as a terrorist organization.
UNICEF: Boko Haram has deployed 83 child suicide bombers this year
The radical Islamic group Boko Haram has deployed as many as 83 child bombers against Nigerian targets this year, according to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
Egypt shuts down church in Minya due to alleged objections from Muslim residents
Egyptian authorities have reportedly closed down a church in the Minya governorate based on a claim that Muslim residents are opposed to the Christian worship site.
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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.