"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."
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 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.
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.
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.
Some teachers were reluctant to bring a Bible programme into classrooms but have come to accept it.
Christian politician Anthony Naveed has achieved a major political milestone after he was elected as the first Christian Deputy Speaker of the Sindh Provincial Assembly last Sunday.
As criticism against Israel mounts and pressure for a ceasefire rises, Israeli leaders are working to shore up evangelical support.
Christians are leaving Iraq in their droves because they cannot see any future in the country after years of political instability and persecution.
"The terrorists are determined to kill every Christian in the region, and this is making us live in fear because we have already lost our loved ones."
"In these days, tears are being poured out across the world by individuals, families and YWAMers worldwide," said Darlene Cunningham.
There have been appeals for prayer after 15 Christians were killed in an attack during a church service in Burkina Faso on Sunday.
At least 15 people have been reported dead after an attack on a Catholic church in Burkina Faso on Sunday.
