South Sudan is facing a confluence of humanitarian crises that are pushing the country to the brink of starvation. Conflict in neighbouring Sudan has caused over 692,000 people to flee into the country, hyperinflation is crippling the economy, climate change impacts
The International Prayer Network (IPC) in conjunction with many of its worldwide partner networks has launched a “Love France” initiative to support, encourage and pray for the French Church and nation in this significant year. The eyes of the world
The hijab — the headscarf traditionally worn by many Middle East women — is becoming harder to spot in Iran these days. For many Iranian women, the hijab has become a symbol of oppression. They’re refusing to wear it,
Recent events in the Middle East are causing additional hardship and suffering for Christians in Yemen. For years, the tiny group of believers there have withstood intense persecution from militant Muslims and their government. Now, the attacks on ships and other
India’s prime minister opened a controversial temple last year, dedicated to a Hindu deity, built on the ruins of a historic mosque. It’s a big political statement for the populist leader who’s seeking to transform the country from a secular
An Armenian citizen has been sentenced to a decade in prison in Iran under accusations of proselytizing, which is considered illegal under the country’s strict religious laws. His conviction was not based on evidence but on the judge’s “personal intuition,”
The Episcopal Church House of Bishops has rejected resolutions that would have labelled Israel an apartheid state and endorsed divestment efforts against the Middle Eastern nation while approving measures calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. At the 81st General Convention
Reports of stunning mass baptisms are coming out of Papua New Guinea, where one Christian leader said last month over 300,000 people have been immersed. The baptisms were part of an event series known as PNG for Christ, with initial
The Bible is heading back to the classroom in Oklahoma. Officials have announced the state is requiring a copy of the Bible to be in every public-school classroom, beginning immediately. “Adherence to this mandate is compulsory,” said Ryan Walters, superintendent
President Biden is condemning antisemitic violence in Los Angeles and the city’s mayor is calling for more police patrols after anti-Israel activists targeted Jews outside a synagogue. Biden said he was “appalled” by the violence outside Adas Torah Synagogue in the Jewish
