Easter to become national holiday in Egypt?

October 23, 2025

People from various religious backgrounds are appealing the decision of Egypt’s prime minister not to recognize Easter Sunday as a national holiday.

Student kills brother who put faith in Jesus

October 21, 2025

A high school student in Uganda was fatally stabbed by his brother in early September one day after putting faith in Jesus Christ.

Group demands church halt its activities

October 21, 2025

A group of individuals went to a Christian church in September before a worship service was to begin and demanded that all activities cease until approval was given.

Pastor jailed 13 years dies two days after release

October 20, 2025

A pastor imprisoned in Pakistan for 13 years on a false charge died two days after being released, states a rights group.

Captors kill pastor after ransom paid

October 17, 2025

A kidnapped Christian pastor was slain in Nigeria, even though his captors had been paid a ransom to gain his freedom.

Captor of 12-year-old girl sentenced to life

September 30, 2025

A man convicted in the kidnap and rape of a 12-year-old Christian girl in Pakistan has been sentenced to life in prison.

Churches seek state approval to exist, but applications in limbo

September 29, 2025

A Protestant church that applied for required state registration five months ago is not only being denied a progress report but is also being told that the church cannot meet until registration is approved.