Young Christian woman in Pakistan escapes Muslim captor
An 18-year-old woman has been reunited with her Catholic family after six months of captivity, forced conversion to Islam and coerced marriage to the Muslim who abducted her, sources said.
News Article
-
-
Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger shares testimony of journey from atheism to faith in Jesus Christ
Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger has publicly declared his Christian faith, saying the time is right to "fully and publicly" share his beliefs. Sanger, 56, described on Wikipedia as an "American Internet project developer and philosopher," is credited with naming the site and drafting early guidelines, including the "neutral point of view" and "ignore all rules" policies that shape its editorial framework. Sanger has now published a detailed and compelling testimony of his spiritual journey.
-
'An epidemic of global proportions': UN Special Rapporteur warns porn is prostition and 'prostitution is not work'
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls met with European politicians last week but reportedly encountered resistance over her opposition to the idea of prostitution and pornography being considered normal work. The visit to Strasbourg, France, was hosted by the European Centre for Law and Justice (ECLJ), a Christian legal rights non-governmental organization.
-
Fulani attacks in Plateau state, Nigeria kill 11 Christians
Fulani herdsmen killed a Christian and kidnapped four others in Plateau state, Nigeria, on Feb. 1 after massacring more than 10 others Jan. 27-31 in the same state, sources said.
-
Tanzanian gospel artiste Rehema Simfukwe on how her daughter with cerebral palsy has shaped her ministry
Tanzanian award-winning gospel artist, Rehema Simfukwe, has revealed how taking care of her daughter with cerebral palsy changed her life and her ministry. Simfukwe narrated her journey of taking care of her 6-year old daughter in a 10 minute personal documentary uploaded on her YouTube account.
Latest
-
Dr. Kristine Torjesen appointed president and CEO of BioLogos, founder Francis Collins 'absolutely delighted'
By Chris EyteDr. Kristine Torjesen has been announced as the third president and new chief executive officer of BioLogos, the faith and science think tank founded by world-renowned biologist and apologist Francis Collins.
-
Planned changes to UK assisted dying bill spark controversy as expert panel may replace high court judge
By Chris EytePolicymakers in the U.K. Parliament are considering whether to replace the requirement for a high court judge to adjudicate assisted dying cases with a panel of "experts." The move, supported by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, who fronted the bill, has caused consternation among other MPs and opponents of the impending Terminally Ill (Adults) Bill legislation to introduce assisted dying in the country.
-
Renowned Baptist preacher Jim Shaddix remembered for his legacy of faith and teaching
By Chris EyteTributes have been paid to renowned Baptist preacher Dr. Jim Shaddix, who died after a "hard yet hope-filled battle with brain cancer." Shaddix served as senior professor of preaching, W.A. Criswell Chair of Expository Preaching, and senior fellow for the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership, according to a press release honoring his achievements from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Judson College in North Carolina.
-
UK school worker wins appeal over dismissal for LGBTQ views
By Chris EyteA school counseling assistant today (Feb. 12) won at the U.K. Court of Appeal after her employer fired her for expressing concern on Facebook about LGBTQ+ materials being taught to primary school children.
-
Evangelical Council of Venezuela reaffirms commitment to religious freedom, separation of Church and state
Within the framework of a meeting convened by the regime of Nicolás Maduro with government representatives and religious leaders, the Evangelical Council of Venezuela (CEV) reaffirmed its commitment to defending religious freedom and maintaining the separation of Church and state, according to reporting by Diario Cristiano, Christian Daily International's Spanish edition.
-
Inquiry ordered into blasphemy entrapment group in Pakistan
A high court has advised the Pakistan government to establish a commission to investigate alleged collusion between the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and Islamist clerics to entrap innocent people in false blasphemy charges, sources said.
-
Most American teens ‘very motivated’ to know about Jesus: Barna
Although religious affiliation and church attendance are on the decline, more than half of American teenagers say they're “very motivated” to know more about Jesus, and just over 75% say they're at least “somewhat motivated” to learn about the centerpiece of Christianity, according to Barna Research.
