Christian news around the world

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

Asia

• In India, a Christian pastor and his family were attacked by a mob of Hindu extremists in the state of Odisha. The pastor, identified as 35-year-old Pradeep Kumar, was beaten and left with serious injuries. (Source: Morning Star News)
• In China, a Christian church in the city of Chengdu was demolished by government authorities, despite protests from local Christians. The church had been operating for over 20 years. (Source: China Aid)

Africa

• In Nigeria, a Christian pastor and his wife were kidnapped by armed militants in the state of Kaduna. The pastor, identified as 45-year-old Rev. Samuel Dauda, was released after paying a ransom, but his wife is still being held captive. (Source: Christian Post)
• In South Sudan, a Christian aid worker was killed in an attack by rebel forces in the city of Yei. The aid worker, identified as 28-year-old Peter Gatkuoth, was working for a local church organization. (Source: World Watch Monitor)

Europe

• In the United Kingdom, a Christian couple was forced to close their bakery after refusing to make a cake with a same-sex marriage message. The couple, identified as Daniel and Amy McArthur, said they were "devastated" by the decision. (Source: Christian Today)
• In Poland, a Christian politician was elected as the country's new president. Andrzej Duda, a member of the Law and Justice party, won the election with 51.2% of the vote. (Source: Catholic News Agency)

Americas

• In the United States, a Christian school in Tennessee was sued by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for allegedly discriminating against a transgender student. The school, identified as the Lipscomb Academy, said it was "committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students." (Source: Christian Post)
• In Brazil, a Christian pastor was killed in an attack by drug traffickers in the city of Rio de Janeiro. The pastor, identified as 42-year-old Pastor João Carlos, was shot and killed while leaving his church. (Source: World Watch Monitor)

Middle East

• In Iran, a Christian convert was arrested and charged with apostasy for leaving Islam. The convert, identified as 27-year-old Maryam Naghash Zargaran, was arrested in 2013 and has been held in prison ever since. (Source: Christian Solidarity Worldwide)
• In Egypt, a Christian church was attacked by a mob of Muslim extremists in the city of Minya. The church, identified as the St. Mary and St. Abraam Church, was damaged and several Christians were injured. (Source: World Watch Monitor)

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