The Pennsylvania Board of Education has unanimously rejected an application from the Association of Christian Schools International to be recognized as an official accreditation agency for private schools in the state, drawing accusations of religious discrimination.
David Westlake is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer (CEO) of International Justice Mission (IJM) UK, a Christian anti-trafficking and anti-violence non governmental organization (NGO) after eight years in charge. No reason was given for his departure. Biju Matthew, based in London and with 14 years of experience working for IJM, most recently as vice president of strategy and operations for IJM Africa & Europe, is acting as Interim CEO until a replacement for Westlake is ann
The Ibero-American Missionary Cooperation (COMIBAM) has been a pillar in Latin America's transformation from a mission field to a global missionary force. Cristian Castro, its executive director, explained in a recent interview how the movement has evolved from its beginnings in 1987 to the present day, as well as the key challenges facing the missionary world.
The rapid growth and vibrant pulse of the African church is often powered by the unwavering faith and tireless commitment of women, sometimes constituting up to 90% of congregants in some churches. Yet, this numerical strength often stands in stark contrast to their representation in leadership, a reality that Dr. Seble Daniel grapples with in her role as the executive director for the Women's Commission at the World Evangelical Alliance.
A village head kidnapped along with seven other Christians in central Nigeria was reportedly found dead on Monday (March 17).
Syrian Christians continue to live out their faith with resilience, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ amid ongoing political turmoil and violence. As their country faces deepening instability, they navigate daily hardships, including power outages, water shortages, and threats to their safety. Despite these challenges, they remain steadfast in their mission, offering spiritual and practical support to their communities while calling for prayers and divine intervention.
Najayo Prison, a prison complex in San Cristóbal province, welcomed Andrew Palau and his wife, Wendy, as they shared a message of hope with inmates. The visit was part of the Palau Santo Domingo 2025 Festival, held March 14-15 at the Faro a Colón in the Dominican capital, according to reporting by Diario Cristiano, Christian Daily International's Spanish edition.
Migrants attempting to reach the United States through the dangerous jungles of the Darién Gap have dropped by 99%, a dramatic decline that the White House celebrated in praise of the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Christian leaders decried a decision by Muslim governors of four northern states in Nigeria to close all schools for five weeks for Ramadan.
In a significant legal victory against forced conversions/marriages in Pakistan, a civil court has annulled the marriage of a Christian woman who was given to a Muslim man as a child and coerced to convert to Islam and marry him, sources said.
The Africa Bible Impact Summit (ABIS), held Feb. 11-13, 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda, brought together 144 delegates, including more than 80 denominational leaders, mission and ministry leaders, Christian CEOs, and government officials, representing 30 African countries, the United Kingdom, Mexico, the United States, Thailand, Finland, and India.
For the third consecutive year, a parliamentary committee has outlined key measures to combat poverty, and Mission Australia, a Christian not-for-profit provider of community and housing services, is urging the government to adopt the “consistently recommended” reforms.
