U.K. Christians acquitted after arrests for preaching on homosexuality
Two U.K. street preachers facing criminal charges for comments against homosexuality outside a witchcraft shop were freed early this month after a court dropped all charges.
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When holy places are spat upon: a cry from a Christian pastor and leader in Jerusalem
Peace studies students witness locals spitting on a Christian holy site in Jerusalem prompting this response from a respected Christian leader whose family has lived in the city for millennia.
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A young Nigerian eye witness recalls the day extremists attacked
African farmers work hard to grow whatever the land agrees to yield, while in the Nigerian Plateau Christian farmers face increasing threats from Fulani militias. It is rare that we read from the perspective of a victim of terrorism. This account is both an exception and exceptional. Uren, in her final year of high school, writes with terrifying yet beautiful prose of the death of her siblings and father at the hands of a band of brutal Fulani militias. Read on for a reality check.
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Why is America deporting them? Afghan Christians have 3 days left
The collective gasp in the sanctuary on Sunday was audible. Amidst the celebrations of Palm Sunday, my pastor told us about the email that around 25 members of our community had received just days before. I have since read that email for myself. I am stunned and devastated.
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Four reasons for defending and advancing freedom of religion or belief in Africa
Religious freedom is a vital metric for assessing the potential well being of a nation or nations. This is especially so for Africa and the diverse religious representation in each nation there. Robust research supports the fact that freedom of religious belief benefits all, but the African continent is in danger of losing the opportunity to enjoy such benefits. Craig Bailie explains why.
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In Argentina, an evangelical church has become the target of feminist vandalism for the fourth time
On International Women's Day, a group of women visibly aligned with feminist and atheist progressivism desecrated the ...
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Forced marriage of Christian women becoming 'concerningly common' worldwide: Open Doors
In a sobering yet vital recognition ahead of International Women’s Day, persecution watchdog Open Doors has released its annual Gender Report, revealing that forced marriage is becoming a "concerningly common practice" impacting Christian women worldwide.
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Christian rape victim in Pakistan pressured to withdraw charges
Police in Pakistan are pressuring a young Christian woman to withdraw charges against two Muslims who raped, blackmailed and tried to forcibly convert her to Islam, sources said.
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Muslim terrorists kill two Christians in Kaduna state, Nigeria
Muslim terrorists killed two Christians and kidnapped dozens of others in an attack on the outskirts of the city of Kaduna in northern Nigeria, sources said.
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Legislation to halt abuse of blasphemy laws sought in Pakistan
With a soaring number of blasphemy allegations in Pakistan in 2023, rights activists are reiterating demands for legislation against blatant abuse of the country’s notorious blasphemy laws
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Christian protects Muslim woman accused of blasphemy in Pakistan
A Christian owner of a café in Pakistan has garnered praise for protecting a Muslim woman from an angry mob that accused her of blasphemy for wearing a dress that they mistakenly believed bore verses of the Quran.
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Father's Day reflections on the cost of fatherhood
This Father’s Day, if you’re a father, grandfather, godfather or father-figure, you are carrying a great and sacred calling. Heaven takes notice. You are modelling the heart of God every time you show grace, speak truth, forgive freely.
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