Another Christian accused of blasphemy released on bail
A Christian falsely charged with blasphemy in three cases was released on bail this week after prosecutors failed to produce evidence against him, his attorney said.
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Global tensions heighten persecution of Christians as IDOP prompts prayer on Sunday, Nov. 3 & Nov. 10
This year’s International Day of Prayer (IDOP) for the persecuted church comes as worldwide tensions have turned up pressure on Christians, challenging the global Body of Christ to keep pace in aid and supplication. As Christians are focused on IDOP prayer for the persecuted on both Sunday (Nov. 3) and Nov. 10, tensions that have spiked in the Middle East since the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas terror attack on Israel have inflamed Islamic extremist sentiment against Christ followers, said an official with
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Raising Church successors through discipleship training
Passing on the faith is not only a matter that each Christian family must address but also a challenge facing the church today. The Chinese church has young believers but lacks disciples who are fervent for the Lord. If church leaders want to build a healthy church, they must invest effort in discipleship training.
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Christian communities in Valencia ask for prayer, support after torrential flooding
The intense floods affecting Spain have especially impacted the community of Valencia, where evangelical churches have requested prayer support to face the storm. As reported by Protestante Digital, the DANA phenomenon (isolated depression at high levels) has unleashed torrential rains, causing flooding in several areas of the city. Evangelical leaders expressed their concern, stressing the need for unity and prayer during this time.
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Alpha launches revamped course to reach Gen Z: 'when the world gets darker, Jesus shines brighter'
Alpha, a renowned introduction to Christianity course, has reached 32 million participants worldwide in 175-plus countries to date. An Alpha series specifically geared for youth originated in 2013 – but now a revised and revamped version is being launched this November to meet the needs of the emerging “Generation Z” in Canada, helping young people know God loves them, according to the ministry.
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Salvation Army calls for more support after continuously high number of alcoholics deaths in Scotland
By Chris EyteThe Salvation Army has called for specialist support for alcoholics in Scotland after figures showed 1,277 people died from alcohol related deaths last year, 2023. The National Records of Scotland released the figures last month, September, which showed an increase of one death compared to similar figures in 2023. Most of the deaths are men, with two-thirds accounted for.
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First Global Day of Prayer for Media: 'a remarkable success'
The first-ever Global Day of Prayer for Media is being hailed as "a remarkable success" and "a powerful 24-hour live prayer experience" after thousands of Christians around the world engaged in the event on Sunday. More than 2,000 people joined in the live-streamed prayer marathon, logging on from over 25 countries – with the Philippines registering the highest viewership.
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Chris Brown concert sparks petition and renews focus on gender-based violence in South Africa
By Jim OlangWomen for Change, a South African women’s rights organization, launched a petition calling for the cancellation of Grammy-winning artist Chris Brown’s December 2024 Johannesburg performances due to his history of domestic abuse. The change.org petition, which surfaced on Oct. 2, 2024, asks concert promoters and the government to “reconsider” allowing Brown to perform at the FNB Stadium, the largest stadium in Africa, where over 94,000 tickets sold out in less than two hours. The controversy refl
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Argentinian evangelicals celebrate historic first nationally recognized 'Day of the Evangelical and Protestant Churches'
For the first time in history, Evangelical churches in Argentina officially celebrated the "Day of the Evangelical and Protestant Churches" on Reformation Sunday, Oct. 28, with a ceremony held at the Libertad Palace. The celebration followed a 20-year effort by evangelical churches that ultimately resulted in the official recognition by the Argentinian Congress passing a law on April 18, which designed the annual day on October 31, the day of Luther's Reformation.
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Christian jailed on blasphemy charge released on bail
A Christian jailed since June on blasphemy and terrorism charges in Pakistan was released on bail on Oct. 23 after a high court noted glaring loopholes in the police case against him, his attorney said.
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[Interview] Soon celebrating 60 years, Transform Europe Network highlights opportunities & challenges in Southern, Eastern Europe
By Chris EyteOn March 29, Transform Europe Network (TEN) celebrates its diamond anniversary (60 years) of serving God on the continent at a “The Story Continues…” event held from 10am until 4pm in St. Michael’s Centre, Stoke Gifford in Stoke Gifford, Bristol, England. Details here. Before the event, Christian Daily International exclusively interviewed James Vaughton, Chief Executive Officer of TEN, based in the U.K, about the legacy of the “relational” missionary organization and the challenges therein, as
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UN body slams Pakistan for human rights violations
Authorities in Pakistan have failed to curb a range of human rights violations, including a sharp increase in blasphemy-related violence, the UN Human Rights Committee (UNHRC) noted last week.
