News

Christian persecution in China mounts with arrest of activists opposing cross removal
At least nine Christians were arrested by Chinese authorities for opposing an order by the government to remove church crosses.

Tim Tebow and fellow Philadelphia Eagles list songs they like to hear during practice
It is no secret that Philadelphia Eagles head Chip Kelly likes to play some music every time his team practices, but it has always been his song choices that the speakers around the field have been blaring.

15 Pakistani Christians arrested over flyer that gave deceased pastor title of 'apostle'
Fifteen Christians were charged with blasphemy by Pakistani police in Gurjat for publishing a flier that described a deceased pastor as one "who was given the title of an apostle."

On-air shooter says Charleston church slay pushed him to kill 2 of his TV colleagues
The on-air killer who shot and killed his former colleagues at WDBJ7 TV station in Roanoke, Virginia on Wednesday said he did it because of the Charleston, South Carolina church shooting in June.

Majority of US Catholics favour same-sex union; Pope Francis urged to clarify stance
A new study conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute which was released just this August revealed that majority of American Catholics are okay with same-sex marriage and even believe that Pope Francis has supported this as well.

Pakistan: Christian man shot dead by Muslim in-laws
The family of a Christian man who was shot dead by his Muslim in-laws is now being threatened also. The couple's lawyer is also receiving threats.

Planned Parenthood only incriminated itself in letter written to Congress â CMP
Planned Parenthood tried to defend itself by wrting a letter to Congress explaining its practices, which have been heavily criticized after the Center for Medical Progress (CMP) released several sting videos showing its officials and partners discussing and even joking about the sale of foetal parts.

Carrie Underwood names her top three favourite baby books for son Isaiah Michael
Christian country singer Carrie Underwood not only loves to sing songs for her firstborn son Isaiah Michael Fisher, but she also loves to read him books.

Jim Bob said to run tight ship in Duggar household; Anna has little outside contact
The Christian reality show "19 Kids and Counting" might present the Duggar family in a happy and wholesome light, with "traditional" parents Jim Bob and Michelle maintaining a nurturing atmosphere in their home in Arkansas, but sources are now claiming that it's a whole different picture when the cameras stop rolling.

Steve Chalke: A Conservative government provides the Church with huge opportunities, but we're not ready for it
Harry Farley met with Steve Chalke to hear about his new venture: Steve Chalke on Leadership.

Franklin Graham: When 200 generals warn of Iran nuke deal dangers, it's time to listen
When a group of nearly 200 retired generals and admirals from all branches of the military are voicing their opinion against the United States' nuclear deal with Iran, Reverend Franklin Graham believes that it's time people from their government pay attention.

Anna married Josh Duggar despite his shady past, and here's the reason why
It is true that Anna Duggar, wife of former reality star Josh Duggar from "19 Kids and Counting" knew about her husband's shady past prior to marrying him, just as she said when news broke out that he molested several young girls when he was still a teenager, including his sisters, but why she still decided to pursue a marriage with him remains a topic of debate among people.

Hillsong's Bobbie Houston urges women to pray for an end to ISIS atrocities in Mideast
In response to the shocking "theory of rape" being upheld by the radical Islamic group ISIS, Hillsong Church's co-senior pastor Bobbie Houston is calling on all Christian women from across the globe to pray at the same time each day against the evil acts being suffered by thousands of women and children in Iraq.

Southern Baptist Convention cutting up to 800 jobs
The Southern Baptist Convention is to cut between 600 and 800 jobs from its international mission board, representing 15 per cent of the total.

Iraqi archbishop: 'I quarrel with God daily' over Islamic State crisis
An Iraqi archbishop has said his faith has been challenged by the ongoing crisis in Iraq.

Jozef Wesolowski: Former Vatican ambassador accused of child abuse found dead
A Catholic former archbishop accused of child sex offences was found dead on Friday, the Vatican said, a month after he was hospitalised on the eve of his trial.