Originally published in CBN News Anyone who has been on any social media network for any length of time knows it can be a depressing place filled with bullies and naysayers eager to attacking, often typing away behind the crutch of anonymity. The Church of England, however, is hoping to […]
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Australian Govt to introduce religious discrimination law in wake of Folau case
Originally published in The Christian Institute Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says his Government is set to introduce new laws on religious liberty, following the case of Israel Folau. The sports star was fired by Rugby Australia in May for a social media post quoting the Bible which was deemed […]
SA believers should use their freedom well says Christian fugitive from Eritrea
South African Christians should use their extensive religious freedom to share the Gospel at every opportunity said Filmon Tesfai, a Christian health professional who has been jailed four times and suffered torture for his faith in his home country, Eritrea. Since escaping from his homeland in the Horn of Africa […]
‘We love Jewish heritage’: British Home Secretary makes historic visit to Western Wall
Originally published in CBN News The United Kingdom’s Home Secretary Sajid Javid visited the Western Wall this past Monday. It was the first time a senior official of the British government has visited the holy site in 19 years. Javid grew up in a Muslim home and said his father […]
South African family murdered in Afghanistan inducted onto martyr’s memorial
Originally published in Charisma News The induction ceremony of Werner, Jean-Pierre and Rode Groenewald onto the Martyrs Memorial in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, was streamed online last Saturday as part of the inaugural Day of the Christian Martyr. Werner, Hannelie and their two children, Jean-Pierre and Rode, left their comfortable lives in […]
Mel Tari speaking on revival at national prayer conference in Secunda
Indonesian evangelist and missionary Mel Tari who was an eyewitness to some of the greatest miracles of the 20th century will be speaking on the theme of revival at the Intercessors for South Africa (Ifsa) national prayer conference in Secunda, Mpumalanga in September. The annual conference brings various prayer networks […]
Christian homeschooling family wins back custody of children
Originally published in Premier A German court has granted a Christian couple custody of their children after years of legal conflict over the parents’ right to homeschool the youngsters. The state kept legal custody of Dirk and Petra Wunderlich’s two youngest children after it came to light that the couple […]
Petition asks Pope Francis to abandon changes to English ‘Our Father’
Originally published in LifeSiteNews In conjunction with LifeSiteNews, the Ruth Institute is promoting an online petition asking Pope Francis not to change the English words of the “Our Father”. The Pontiff has approved changing the Italian translation. There are reports that with little input from Bible scholars — he plans […]
Young man in Uganda facing attacks, obstacles after becoming Christian
Originally published in Morning Star News Beaten, disowned and homeless Asuman Kaire is missing his last year in high school in eastern Uganda for having become a Christian two years ago. Homeless and without money to pay school fees since his Muslim stepfather disowned him earlier this year in Lelya-A […]
Methodist Church in UK votes to move forward with plans to allow same-sex marriage
Originally published in Premier The Methodist Conference has passed a motion saying they want same-sex marriage plans to be taken further. The Conference voted 247 to 48 in favour of allowing, in theory, same-sex weddings to take place on their premises and to be conducted by Methodist ministers. Resolution 10/8, […]