Priest in Spain could face prison under ‘hate speech’ law
A Catholic priest in Spain could face up to three years in prison after making remarks critical of Islam.
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The conflict affecting Christians in Nigeria has deep roots
Nigeria's socio-religious conflicts have a long and complex history, with numerous factors influencing the current violence. Whatever the cause, it cannot be denied that Christians are being disproportionately affected by the brutal violence that continues to result.
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Asked about India's Christians the RSS response was awkward silence
Accused of orchestrating or tolerating attacks on Christians, top representatives of India's RSS went mute. A video of the scene went viral. For India to fulfill its promise in this century, its most influential non-governmental organization must lead by example in transparency, accountability and permitting space for freedom of religion.
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Remembering the forgetten followers in a forgotten war
Sudan's civil war continues to rage after three years of devastating conflict and Sudan's two million Christians face particular peril. Yet this conflict is largely overlooked compared to other conflict zones. It seems to be a crisis too complex, too distant, and too African to hold the Western gaze. God sees, however, so let us pray for peace in Sudan and protection especially for Jesus' followers among the Sudanese.
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The struggle for freedom persists and there are signs of hope
Hungarians celebrating a change in government last week reminds us that freedom can be recovered through democratic means and that illiberal systems are reversible and autocratic leaders are removable. Yet for followers of Jesus our hope is not in political change. Freedom is an inner reality that we must cultivate.
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Report finds 100 million Christians worldwide lack access to a Bible: ‘A modern famine of the Word’
By CDI StaffA new global assessment has found that an estimated 100 million Christians live without access to a Bible, revealing both legal restrictions and severe shortages across dozens of countries. The Bible Access List, released Thursday by the Bible Access Initiative, combines data and expert analysis from 88 countries to identify where Scripture is most difficult to obtain.
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Five Christians in Iran sentenced to prison on ‘propaganda’ charges
By Edward RossAn appeals court in Iran has upheld the prison sentences of five Christian converts convicted of “propaganda” related to their Christian activities, according to organizations monitoring the country.
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International Christian Concern names Shawn Wright as next president
By CDI StaffInternational Christian Concern has appointed Shawn Wright as its next president, the organization announced today (Oct. 1). Wright, a veteran of international ministry and humanitarian work, will succeed Jeff King, who is retiring after leading the Washington-based nonprofit for more than 20 years. He begins his new role Oct. 31.
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Anglicans in Australia voice concern over implementation of LGBTQ+ anti-conversion law
By Chris EyteAnglican leaders in Australia expressed concern that the way a new law banning practices aimed at changing sexual orientation or gender identity is being implemented in New South Wales (NSW) state threatens Christians’ rights and could impose prison terms for following biblical teaching.
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Christian acquitted in landmark case in Uttarakhand, India
The first Christian charged under Uttarakhand state, India’s “anti-conversion” law has become the first to be acquitted under the statute, sources said.
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Muslims attempt to seize Christian school in Sudan
A years-long Islamist attempt to seize a Christian school in Sudan continued this month even as people displaced by war have taken refuge in the facility, sources said.
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Mothers thrive when a church shows up in loving community
Moms need to know they’re cared for. They need relationships they can trust, and advice they can use. When moms thrive, children thrive—and the church thrives. Churches as healthy growing communities represent the Body of Christ's most ancient mission: life together, in love.
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