Christian news around the word

Here are some recent Christian news stories from around the world:

Global

• The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) has launched a new initiative to support persecuted Christians worldwide. The "WEA Persecution Response" aims to provide emergency aid, advocacy, and spiritual support to believers facing persecution. (Source: Christianity Today)
• The International Mission Board (IMB) has reported a significant increase in baptisms among unreached people groups. In 2020, IMB reported 1.4 million baptisms, a 15% increase from the previous year. (Source: Baptist Press)

Africa

• In Nigeria, a Christian pastor and his family were kidnapped by armed militants. The pastor, who was released after a ransom was paid, reported that his family was still being held captive. (Source: Morning Star News)
• In South Africa, a Christian couple was attacked and killed by a group of robbers in their home. The couple, who were both in their 60s, were found with severe injuries. (Source: News24)

Asia

• In China, a Christian church in the city of Chengdu was demolished by authorities. The church, which was built in 2008, was reportedly torn down due to "urban planning" issues. (Source: Radio Free Asia)
• In India, a Christian pastor was arrested and charged with "hurting religious sentiments" after he was accused of converting people to Christianity. (Source: The Hindu)

Europe

• In the UK, a Christian couple was denied a wedding venue due to their beliefs on marriage. The couple, who are both Christians, were told that the venue did not allow "same-sex weddings" and that their beliefs were "incompatible" with the venue's values. (Source: Christian Today)
• In France, a Christian school was ordered to remove a crucifix from its entrance. The school, which is run by the Catholic Church, was told that the crucifix was a "symbol of Christianity" and that it was not allowed in a public school. (Source: The Local)

Americas

• In the US, a Christian college was sued by a student who claimed that the school's policies on gender and sexuality were discriminatory. The student, who is a transgender woman, claimed that the school's policies were "harmful" and "discriminatory". (Source: The Christian Post)
• In Brazil, a Christian pastor was killed in a drive-by shooting. The pastor, who was 35 years old, was reportedly killed by a group of gang members who were seeking to intimidate the local Christian community. (Source: Baptist Press)

Middle East

• In Iran, a Christian convert was arrested and charged with "apostasy" after he was accused of leaving Islam. The convert, who is 27 years old, was reportedly tortured in prison and is facing the death penalty if convicted. (Source: International Christian Concern)
• In Iraq, a Christian family was forced to flee their home after it was attacked by Islamic State militants. The family, who are from the city of Mosul, were reportedly forced to leave their home and seek refuge in a nearby city. (Source: Aid to the Church in Need)

These are just a few examples of the many Christian news stories from around the world.