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Christian politician PÃ¤ivi RÃ¤sÃ¤nen acquitted again

"Thankfully, justice has prevailed yet again, in no small part because of their brave commitment to standing firm."

Guerrilla control, blockades, and long river journeys: a day in the life of Latin American Bible translators

The entire translation team, no matter what direction they were coming from, put their lives at risk as they passed through guerrilla-controlled areas.

Scale of Israel's bombardment of Gaza 'cannot be morally justified', says Archbishop of Canterbury

The Archbishop of Canterbury has called for an end to the bloodshed in Gaza as the death toll continues to climb.

At least 20 churches destroyed as Nepal earthquake kills over 150

Several churches collapsed in Nepal after a devastating earthquake of 6.4 magnitude struck remote western parts of the South Asian country last week, causing widespread destruction and over 150 fatalities, Christian groups have said.

Jerusalem's church leaders call for sober Christmas in Holy Land as war rages

Leaders of Jordan's Council of Churches issued a similar statement on Nov. 5, calling for the cancellation of Christmas celebrations in the kingdom.

Dozens of Christian homes destroyed in Gaza

Over 50 Christian homes and a Catholic school are among the buildings that have been badly damaged by airstrikes in Gaza.

Christian buildings targeted in military conflict in Sudan

At least two Christian buildings were bombed last week amid fighting between rival military factions in Sudan, sources said.

Evangelical Christians mobilize to help Israelis touched by war

Evangelical Christians' theological ties to Israel have been accompanied by fundraising and other material support for Israeli municipalities, NGOs and first responders, making it possible for evangelical groups to mobilize within hours of Hamas' attack.

Evangelical alliances call for a ceasefire in Gaza, condemn civilian deaths

Evangelical alliances from around the world are calling for a ceasefire, saying the teachings of Jesus call for peace amid times of violence.

Nepal Supreme Court upholds pastor's conviction for proselytisation

"We were very hopeful from the Supreme Court and the judgement has come as a shock to us."

Christians join in prayer for persecuted brothers and sisters

The Church is coming together today in prayer for persecuted believers around the world.

Vatican approves beatification process for Martyrs of Kandhamal anti-Christian violence

In a development that has been welcomed by the Christian community of India and particularly the state of Odisha, the Vatican has granted approval to initiate the beatification process for 35 Christians who were martyred for their faith during the 2008 anti-Christian violence in Kandhamal, Odisha.