Pastor jailed on false charge in India
October 31, 2023
In India, a pastor was jailed on a claim that he violated India’s anti-conversion laws, even after the magistrate reprimanded police for the arrest.
Teen starved, couple threatened in Uganda for putting faith in Jesus
October 22, 2023
A Ugandan teen who was starved for four months for becoming a Christian is recovering, while an elderly Christian couple had to flee their village to save their lives.
Guiding your church to pray for Israel
October 20, 2023
Church members and those in your community are looking for answers. Here are 11 suggestions to lead your church to pray for Israel during this time.
27 Christians killed, more than 49 abducted in Nigeria
October 20, 2023
Killings and kidnappings of Christians appear to have increased significantly in September in Nigeria, with 27 believers slain and more than 49 abducted.
17 Christians slain, 35 abducted in Nigeria
October 15, 2023
Morning Star News reports that 17 Christians in Nigeria were recently killed and 35 were kidnapped in violence that often targets believers in the African nation.
Laotian Christians expelled from village; worship halted
October 13, 2023
A Christian family in Laos was expelled from their village for their faith and, in another province, a worship service was disrupted and members threatened with arrest.
First person: Brokenhearted praying for Israel
October 11, 2023
Alabama Baptists join the larger family of Southern Baptists in condemning the actions of Hamas against innocent and vulnerable people in Israel, says Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions.
Support for Israel: Birmingham event one of many solidarity rallies held across US
October 11, 2023
A rally last night (Oct. 10) in Birmingham was one of many across the U.S. where Jewish community members, civic leaders and concerned Americans gathered to show their support for Israel in its war against Palestinian militant group Hamas.
