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Pastor handed prison sentence after saying prayers could heal Covid
A court in Nepal has sentenced a pastor to two years in prison under the country's harsh anti-conversion law for merely saying that prayers can heal COVID-19, according to reports.
German court will hear appeal on abortion clinic prayer ban
An appeals court in Germany is to hear a challenge brought by the leader of a prayer initiative against a ban on silent prayer gatherings near organizations that promote abortion.
Canada's conversion therapy ban is a victory for gay rights campaigners
When ideology rules, no need to let the facts spoil a good story.
The oldest Christian monastery in the world?
The discovery of an ancient monastery in Egypt is a reminder of the plight of Christian communities in the cradle of Christianity.
EU withdraws inclusive language guide that excluded Christmas
The EU has come under fire over a guide that suggested staff refer to the "holiday" season instead of Christmas in the name of inclusivity.
Children are among 10 Christians killed in overnight raid
An overnight raid on a village in Nigeria's Plateau state has left 10 Christians dead, including several children.
Colombian social media star wins case over YouTube video removal
A Colombian YouTuber is celebrating after the courts this week threw out a lawsuit against her for speaking about her traditional marriage beliefs on the video-sharing platform.
Kidnapping, forced conversion and rape of Christian women and girls is 'human rights catastrophe'
A new report from Aid to the Church in Need has revealed the shocking extent to which atrocities are being committed against Christian women and girls.
Brian Houston case deferred until 2022
The court case in Sydney against Hillsong senior pastor Brian Houston has been delayed until next year.
Evangelicals call for compassion amid Belarus border crisis
The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has accused Belarus of "using human beings as pawns" in the migrant crisis on the country's border.
In Catholic Italy, 'de-baptism' is gaining popularity
For many, abandoning the church is a statement against its positions on LGBTQ rights, euthanasia and abortion.
US State Department wrong to remove Nigeria from countries of concern list - CSW
A local CSW source said the decision "will give perpetrators the green light to continue violating our rights."
Colombian tribal couple share their faith even after losing jobs and receiving death threats
"We are preaching from one end to the other in this area. I feel strengthened, I'm alive."
MPs decry abduction, rape and forced conversion of Christian women
SNP MP Dr Lisa Cameron called the problem "a stain on the conscience of the international community".
Archbishop of Canterbury apologises to Ghana Church leaders over LGBT statement
The Archbishop of Canterbury has apologised to Anglican leaders in Ghana after publicly criticising their support for a Bill criminalising LGBT relationships without speaking to them first.
US Congressmen call Finland's prosecution of Christian MP 'a clear abuse of government power'
Responding to a letter from US Congressmen, Finnish state prosecutor Anu Mantila claimed that freedom of expression and freedom of religion "are not unlimited".