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Four Gateway elders removed over pastor's sexual abuse scandal

Robert Morris, senior pastor of Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, speaks at The Gathering, a “solemn assembly” on Sept. 21, 2016.(Photo: The Gathering 2016) Four elders at Gateway Church, whose senior pastor stepped down earlier this year, have been removed after the results of a law firm’s investigation of sexual abuse allegations against the … Read more

From Israel’s Heartland, Special Prayers Rise for America Before U.S. Election

Ahead of election day, Israelis offered special prayers for America from a significant biblical site, the Ancient city of Shiloh where the Ark of the Covenant rested for 369 years. About 150 Orthodox Jews gathered to pray for America. “For strength, success and guidance in these times. Together, binding by hope we pray in this difficult … Read more

Democrat or MAGA, left or right, liberal or conservative: is it possible to overcome our hostile political divides?

(Photo: Getty/iStock) What does ‘loving our enemies’ look like in our bitterly divided society? Although they don’t always make the headlines, many people are working hard to overcome hatred for people who vote differently. “I don’t understand how we got so toxic and just so divided and so bitter,” said former US president … Read more

Over 150 young people gather for transformative Christian retreat in Gujarat

(Photo: EFI) In a gathering that highlighted the growing hunger of young people for spiritual nurture, more than 160 young delegates participated in a one-day Youth Retreat jointly organised by the Evangelical Fellowship of India (EFI) and Suvartha Church on 28 October 2024, in Vapi, Gujarat. The retreat, hosted at Suvartha Church, Vapi, was focused on spiritual … Read more

Mizoram's churches form historic union

(Photo: Pixabay/Kong Khawlhring) In a landmark development for religious cooperation, Mizoram has witnessed the establishment of the Council of Churches in Mizoram (CCM), a pioneering initiative bringing together major Christian denominations in the state after 130 years of religious diversity. Launched on 27 October in Aizawl, the CCM represents a significant milestone for the Christian-majority … Read more

Christian leaders stage mass protest in Delhi over rising religious violence

Mass protest in Delhi over rising religious violence. (Photo: Christian Today) More than 3,000 Christians from various denominations gathered near the Indian Parliament on 26 October to protest what they describe as an alarming surge in violence against their community across the country. The demonstration, organised by the Delhi-National Capital Region Christian Fellowship, took place … Read more

Transcending boundaries: Christians engage in global prayer for Hindus

Call to pray for the Hindu community. (Photo: The prayer initiative flier that has been circulating online.) A sweeping 24-hour worldwide prayer event focusing on the Hindu community commences today, October 31, mobilising millions of Christians from various denominations and ministries across the globe in what organisers describe as an unprecedented unified prayer effort. The … Read more

Ayodhya sets new world records in Deepotsav celebration

Diwali diya. (Photo: Shireen Bhatia/Christian Today) The city of Ayodhya has achieved two Guinness World Records during its eighth annual Deepotsav celebration, the first such event since the consecration of the Ram Temple in January 2024. At 55 ghats (ghat is a broad set of steps that lead down to a river or lake in … Read more

Introduction of abortion clinic buffer zones 'tragic day for women'

(Photo: Getty/iStock) The introduction of abortion clinic buffer zones across England and Wales has been branded a “tragic day for women”.  The ‘safe access zones’ came into force outside abortion clinics on Thursday, criminalising prayer and offers of practical support up to 150m around the facilities.  The buffer zones were introduced through … Read more

Israel Faces Retaliation Threats from Iran Amid US-Brokered Ceasefire Proposal

Less than a week after Israel’s attack on Iran, Iranian lawmakers are publicly discussing retaliation against Israel, hinting that an attack could be imminent, possibly even before the upcoming U.S. election. Iranian parliament member Ali Khazaei declared, “They should expect a response that will make them regret everything. They will not dare act like this again.” … Read more