'Complaining not allowed' sign appears on door of Pope's apartment
A big sign that reads "Vietato Lamentarsi," which translates to "Complaining not allowed," has been seen hanging on the door of Pope Francis' apartment at the Vatican.
Egypt's Coptic churches cancel summer activities amid security threats
Christian churches in Egypt have canceled pilgrimages, holidays and conferences for the remainder of July and August due to security threats.
American doctor agrees to travel to the UK to examine Charlie Gard
A doctor from New York has agreed to travel to the U.K. next week to examine 11-month-old Charlie Gard, whose parents are fighting a legal battle to allow them to take the baby to the U.S. for an experimental treatment.
Cuban court sentences pastor with hard labor for homeschooling his children
A Cuban court has sentenced an evangelical pastor to a year of hard labor and house arrest for not sending his two children to state schools and opting to educate them at home instead.
Yemeni foreign minister confirms abducted Indian priest is still alive
Yemen's foreign minister has told Indian officials that the priest who was kidnapped in the Yemeni port city of Aden is still alive, and there are continuing efforts to find him.
Melinda Gates hopes to see Vatican change its views on contraception
Melinda Gates, wife of Microsoft founder Bill Gates, is hoping that the Vatican would change its teaching on artificial contraception.
Sweden cuts off foreign aid to groups that do not provide information about abortion
The Swedish government has announced that it is withdrawing foreign aid from groups that comply with the Mexico Policy, which demands that non-government organizations funded by the U.S. do not provide information about abortion.
Canadian tribunal imposes $12,000 fine on landlord for not taking off shoes in Muslim tenants' home
A tribunal in Canada has imposed a $12,000 fine on a landlord for failing to take off his shoes when he entered his Muslim tenants' apartment.
Catholic Church reaffirms ban on gluten-free bread for communion
The Roman Catholic Church has issued a letter to confirm its prohibition on the use of gluten-free bread for the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
Church of England votes to allow full Christian funerals for people who died by suicide
The Church of England's General Synod has voted to lift the ban on full Christian funerals for people who commit suicide.
Syrian Observatory claims to have 'confirmed information' that ISIS leader is dead
Just days after the Iraqi army liberated the last sectors of Mosul, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) claimed that it "confirmed information" that Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has been killed.
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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.