Rev. Dr Karen Georgia Thompson elected president of World Communion of Reformed Churches
The World Communion of Reformed Churches elected Rev. Dr Karen Georgia Thompson as its next president on Wednesday, October 22.
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Pakistan Christians welcome crackdown on extremist party linked to anti-Christian violence
Christians in Pakistan have expressed cautious relief after authorities in Punjab Province launched a major crackdown on Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), a hardline Islamist party long accused of inciting violence against Christians and other religious minorities.
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Two historic Mosul churches reopen after restoration brings hope to Iraq’s Christians
Two historic churches in Mosul, Iraq, have officially reopened after extensive restoration, nearly ten years after their destruction during the occupation by the Islamic State (IS) group.
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OSCE report warns anti-Christian hate crimes in Europe are being ignored
The 125-page report, published by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), is part of a series of studies examining hate crimes targeting different religious groups, including Jewish and Muslim communities.
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Bishops warn of rising attacks on churches and Christian symbols
Church officials report that incidents, ranging from arson and damaged statues to the defilement of sacred spaces, have become more frequent and severe in recent years.
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USCIRF condemns China’s detention of Christian pastors
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has strongly condemned the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) for detaining Christian pastors and church leaders across China.
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Global Methodist Church continues worldwide growth, surpassing 6,000 congregations
The Global Methodist Church (GMC), founded in 2022 as a conservative alternative to the United Methodist Church (UMC), has now grown to include more than 6,000 congregations across several nations.
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Spanish priest convicted over remarks on Islam, raising concerns for free speech
A Catholic priest in Spain faces up to three years in prison after being found guilty of making remarks critical of Islam, in a case that has sparked debate over the limits of free expression in the country.
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Students worldwide prepare to join in prayer for IFES World Student Day 2025
Students and campus ministries across the globe are preparing to mark IFES World Student Day 2025 this Thursday (16 October), celebrating 50 years of united prayer for student mission and ministry.
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New study finds sharp decline in biblical beliefs among regular US churchgoers
A new national survey has found a marked decline in biblical conviction among American Christians who attend church regularly, especially on issues related to family, life, and morality.
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Turkey under scrutiny for expelling Christian workers on ‘national security’ grounds
Between December 2024 and January 2025 alone, 35 new security codes were reportedly issued against foreign Christians. These codes are used to block individuals from re-entering the country, a measure that has left several Protestant congregations without ordained ministers or leadership.
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Christian teacher dismissed over social media posts speaks out on free speech concerns
A Christian teacher who lost his job at Preston College after sharing comments online has spoken publicly about his experience at a free speech conference hosted by Reform UK.
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Turkey under scrutiny for expelling Christian workers on ‘national security’ grounds
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SC quashes religious conversion FIRs against SHUATS officials, finds investigation lacked credibility
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Delhi HC orders govt to explain prolonged vacancies at National Commission for Minorities
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Chhattisgarh government drafts stringent anti-conversion law
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New study finds sharp decline in biblical beliefs among regular US churchgoers