World

Haiti's crisis is at a tipping point - the world needs to help
The international community has a moral obligation to support Haiti during this crisis.

Note left on body of slain Christian says he was warned
Islamic extremists in eastern Uganda on March 8 killed a Christian for leading Muslims to faith in Christ, sources said.

Many Australians open to Easter church invite
With Easter approaching, Australian Christians should feel encouraged to invite friends and family to learn more about the reason for the holiday, according to the results of a survey from NCLS Research.

Faith in the spotlight: Inside Tennessee's trailblazing Christian nightclub
In the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, a new kind of nightclub is making waves.

Christians face harassment in over 160 countries as restrictions reach record levels: Pew study
In an alarming trend, Christians experienced harassment in 160 countries in 2021, according to a comprehensive study of 190 countries published by the Pew Research Center, which revealed that government restrictions on religion also reached an all-time high.

Head of Catholic order for the Holy Land calls for a 'just peace'
As skepticism of brokering peace in the Holy Land grows, Cardinal Fernando Filoni insisted coexistence is still possible.

Gazan Christians 'closer than ever to crucified Saviour'
"People walk for long hours to get a small box of food, which in the end is not even enough for three people."

Unexpected defeat of referendums shows growing power of Ireland's traditional Catholics
At a Mass said in Latin on Sunday, Ireland's traditional Catholics declared political victory, days after a pair of referendums aimed at secularizing the Irish Constitution were unexpectedly and resoundingly defeated.

How Christian women are standing firm in the face of persecution
Around the world, ordinary Christian women are suffering and being mistreated for no other reason than their faith. Christian Today speaks with Henrietta Blyth, CEO of charity Open Doors, to hear about the unshakeable faith of the persecuted Christian women they serve and how God has been working through the organisation.

Researchers beat looters to rare coin from Judean Desert
In addition to three coins bearing the name 'Simeon', the trove included a particularly significant find.

Pleas to free hostages in Nigeria after more abductions
Christian groups are pleading with the Nigerian government to do more to protect civilians from abductions and free those already in captivity.

Forced marriage of Christian women becoming 'concerningly common' worldwide
"Sexual violence and forced marriage are employed as a means of intimidation and control, with these strategies targeted at preventing Christian women and girls from pursuing their faith in Christ."

Greek Orthodox Church bans politicians who voted to legalize gay marriage
A Greek Orthodox Church regional body has banned two local politicians for their support of the legislation that legalized same-sex marriage in the Eastern Mediterranean nation.

France becomes first country to enshrine abortion in constitution: 'Guaranteed freedom'
France became the first nation to enshrine abortion in its national constitution in an overwhelming vote that prompted a standing ovation from the French Parliament in Versailles on Monday.

Billy Graham's sister dies aged 91
Jean Graham Ford, the last remaining sibling of renowned evangelist Billy Graham, died last week at the age of 91, her nephew, Franklin Graham, announced in a Facebook post reflecting on her legacy and love for the Lord.

Christians in Pakistan acquitted of blasphemy charges
A judge in Pakistan on Friday acquitted two Christian brothers of false blasphemy charges that had led to Muslims attacking Christian homes and businesses in Jaranwala last year, sources said.