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Hundreds of Prayer Warriors Descend on Washington to Provide Prayer Shield for Donald Trump
Like angels from heaven, hundreds of "prayer warriors" have descended on Washington D.C. to undertake a crucial mission: protect U.S. President-elect Donald Trump by building a "prayer shield" around him ahead of his Jan. 20 inauguration.

Swiss Nun Kidnapped By Muslim Militants Appears in Video: 'I Am In Good Health'
A year after being kidnapped by Muslim extremists, Swiss missionary Beatrice Stockly appeared in a video saying that she is in "good health" despite her current situation.

England Has One, America Never Has. Is A State Church A Good Idea?
Should we have an official state Church? What does it mean for the Christian faith?

Could We See An End To Pakistan's Notorious Blasphemy Laws?
Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws are set to be debated by a Senate committee after years of criticism over their misuse.

Algerian Christian Gets Year In Jail For Facebook Post
An Algerian Christian has been sentenced to a year in jail for a post he made on Facebook, allegedly 'insulting Islam'.

Iraq Forces Advance On Second Mosul Bridge In Battle To Retake City
Iraqi special forces pushed forward to reach a second bridge that links eastern Mosul to the city's west, which is still fully controlled by Islamic State, a military statement said on Friday.

25-Year-Old Woman Explains Why She Chose to Dedicate Her Virginity to God â for Life
Emily Byers walked down the aisle and vowed to love and serve her husband until her last breath. So what makes this wedding ceremony different from others?

Christian Mother and Son Who Escaped Clutches of ISIS Say Children Were Being Brainwashed to Kill 'With Pleasure'
Survivors of the Islamic State (ISIS) reign of terror in the Middle East have been telling horrific tales that can chill people's bones down to the spine.

Refugees Are Freezing To Death In Europe - Christian Aid
The terrible situation faced by refugees seeking sanctuary in Europe has been laid bare by Christian Aid. The relief organisation says that Refugees in Green and Bulgaria are in a desperate situation.

Government Minister Condemns Anti-Christian Propaganda In Sudan
Anti-Christian propaganda posted in churches over the Christmas period has been condemned by a senior Sudanese government minister.

Coptic Christian Couple Stabbed To Death In Their Beds
An Egyptian Christian couple were found dead on Coptic Christmas Day with their throats cut, according to World Watch Monitor.

Donald Trump Brands Russia Sex Allegations 'Phony Stuff' And 'Fake News'
Donald Trump angrily denounced claims he is compromised through links to Russia.

Theology University Students in Scotland Warned: Jesus Crucifixion May Upset You
A university in Scotland has issued a warning to its theology students, saying that studying the crucifixion of Jesus Christ could upset them, the Daily Mail reported.

Duterte Declares January National Bible Month After Church Leaders Condemned His 'Very Barbaric' Plan to Restore Death Penalty
Although he has lambasted leaders of the Catholic Church as "hypocrites," Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has made it clear that he recognises the powerful influence Christianity has had on his country.

Rex Tillerson Grilled Over Question Of Christians In Middle East
Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of state 'endangered' Christians in the Middle East and threatened their lands, according to a top Democrat.

Chinese Megachurch Pastor Arrested As Crackdown On Christians Continues
A Chinese megapastor has been arrested on charges of embezzling funds, according to persecution watchdog China Aid.