Christian woman in India raped, mother beaten unconscious
Hindu relatives of a 20-year-old Christian woman in central India raped her and nearly killed her mother for their faith in Christ, sources said.
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Research highlights key factors in pastoral longevity
An analysis of studies conducted by Lifeway Research in the U.S. has identified several factors that predict whether a Protestant pastor is likely to remain in ministry or step away. The research, which compared data from current and former pastors, provides insight into the professional and personal elements that contribute to a pastor's career longevity. The study reports that a small percentage of pastors, specifically 1.1% of all U.S. Protestant pastors, leave their ministry roles each year
Nigerian musician challenges blasphemy law that put him in prison
A Nigerian musician sentenced to death in 2020 for sharing alleged blasphemous messages on WhatsApp has challenged blasphemy laws in Nigeria’s highest court. Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, in jail awaiting a retrial, has petitioned Nigeria’s Supreme Court to declare the Kano state law on blasphemy unconstitutional. Through his lawyer, Kola Alapinni, Aminu has also challenged his conviction, when he was tried and sentenced without legal representation.
Ukrainian evangelicals join European Evangelical Alliance after three years of talks
Ukrainian evangelicals have officially joined the European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) following a three-year process that culminated in a unanimous vote at the alliance’s annual members meeting on Sept. 17, 2025, according to reporting by Evangelical Focus.
Why Do So Many Pastors Consider Quitting the Ministry Every Year? - RELEVANT
Burnout isn’t unique to Silicon Valley tech workers or teachers who’ve had one too many parent-teacher conferences. It’s become a defining feature of
Georgia church’s bus ministry brings dozens of kids each Wednesday | Baptist Press
ELLIJAY, Ga. — One measure of the success of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church's bus ministry is the sheer number of kids running around. On some Wednesdays, that could be as many as 60, ages 4 to 16.
Lifeway Campers Give More Than $690,000 to Missions | Baptist Press
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Each summer, kids, students and leaders at Lifeway's summer camps are invited to give to support Southern Baptist missionaries, and this year, campers gave the highest missions offering since 2017.
Catholic artist’s Taiwanese-inspired Christian art on display near the Vatican
Among the works on display in a new art exhibition by Catholic artist Hsieh Sheng-Min near the Vatican is a Chinese-style depiction of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.
Don't let the tall poppy syndrome ruin your experience of the Kingdom of God
The Tall Poppy Syndrome has been popularized and exported from Australia but it is endemic in us all and it literally makes us unwell. An antidote can be found throughout Scripture. Rather than drawing others to join us wallowing in misery, we can repent from the Tall Poppy Syndrome and flourish alongside the flourishing.
State blocks registration of Protestant church in Azerbaijan
Officials in Azerbaijan refuse to register a Protestant church in the city of Sumgait, according to rights group Forum 18.
