Christians Leaving Birthplace of Christianity En Mass
This much seems certain: Christians are leaving the birthplace of Christianity in large numbers. Just how large those…
24/7 Christian Prayer Movement Sweeps Muslim Indonesia
A powerful prayer movement is rising in the world’s largest Muslim nation. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days…
Why It’s Gone From Islamic Spring to Islamic Chaos
Sitting at home in Jerusalem, like so many other residents, one would never think that within only two…
Christian Population in Israel Grows, but Prejudice Remains
A 2012 report by Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) reveals that Christianity is growing at a rate…
Why Did Egyptian President Really Allow New Church Construction?
Seventeen years have elapsed since the Coptic Church first requested permission to build a church in the town…
Secretary Kerry to Release Report on International Religious Freedom
Secretary of State John Kerry released the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom for 2012 today, Monday, May…
Pope Tells Nuns to Be Spiritual Mothers, Not ‘Spinsters’
Pope Francis on Wednesday told leaders of women’s orders from around the world to be “fertile” spiritual mothers…
British Church Attendance Stabilizes After Years of Decline
The number of people attending Sunday services at Britain’s Anglican churches is continuing to drop, but church officials…
U.S. Christians Look to Solidarity with Israel
Institute on Religion and Democracy (IRD) President Mark Tooley was honored to co-host today’s Christian Israel Solidarity Event…
Bethlehem Monastery Loses Court Battle on Israeli Wall
A Catholic monastery and convent in a secluded valley outside Bethlehem lost a seven-year legal battle against the…