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Kidnapped Anglican priest dies in captivity in Nigeria
Amid a rash of mass kidnappings in Nigeria, an Anglican priest in Nigeria abducted along with his wife and daughter has died in captivity, leaders of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion announced on Wednesday.
Nigerian president declares nationwide security emergency after repeated attacks on Christians
The security forces have so far failed to stem the violence.
Jordan raising $100M for construction of first century village ahead of 2,000th anniversary of Jesus’ baptism
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan — named after the Jordan River and ruled by pro-Western King Abdullah II — is organizing a major global celebration marking the 2,000th anniversary of Christ’s baptism.
Spotlight falls on discrimination against Christians in Turkey as Pope visits
A report by the European Centre for Law and Justice documents the continuing difficulties faced by Turkey’s Christian minority.
Nigerian Christians 'under siege' from constant attacks
Mervyn Thomas said the US was right to redesignate Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” after an "unprecedented rise in insecurity".
Workshops attempt to eliminate endemic domestic violence in Egypt
One victim was told domestic violence was her cross to bear.
WCC strengthens relations with official Chinese churches
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has expressed gratitude for a meeting with Christian organisations in China.
Mounting concerns at Israeli settler attacks on Christians
Britain’s oldest serving MP has criticised the Israeli government for failing to prevent violence and intimidation against Christians in the West Bank.
Baptists seek to reverse decline in minister numbers
Baptist leaders are exploring ways to encourage and increase the recruitment of church ministers, following a decline of nearly a quarter in the last decade.
EU mission to review Pakistan’s human rights record
Rights activists urged the European Union to investigate widespread human rights violations in Pakistan, including persecution of religious minorities, ahead of a review starting Monday by a key EU mission monitoring the country’s eligibility for preferential trade terms.
Archbishop of York denounces Israel's 'genocidal acts'
Support for Israel is a divisive topic among Christians, and has theological roots.
Liberty University expands into Europe in response to growing secularism
"In the long term, secularism grows in Europe because we're not investing in teenagers and the next generation with Christian values," said Lucian Mustata, who is working with the university on its digital expansion into the region.
Mozambique crisis deepens as Christians killed and thousands displaced in new wave of extremist attacks
At least four Christians were killed, including one who was beheaded, in recent attacks across Nampula province.
Pope Leo calls for release of Christians kidnapped across Nigeria and Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV has issued an appeal for the liberation of students, clergy, and worshippers abducted in a series of violent attacks across Nigeria and Cameroon.
Open letter demands Nigerian government do more to end persecution and violence
Nigerians have had enough of the government's failure to stop the endless violence.
International community urged to intervene in Sudan as cycle of civil war continues
Most of Sudan's post-independence history has been marred by civil war.