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Autistic Missionary Overcoming Odds, Serving God

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Steve Kunkel grew up an "MK." Missionary Kid for those may not recognize the nick-name.

American Missionary Mysteriously Disappears in Africa

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

American missionary Jerry Krause has been missing for nearly two months.

Faith Leaders Mull Implications of Boy Scout Vote

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Boy Scouts threw open its ranks to gay Scouts but not gay Scout leaders -- a fiercely contested compromise that some warned could fracture the organization.

Christian, Jewish Persecution Up in Muslim Nations

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The U.S. State Department's International Religious Freedom Report for 2012 shows persecution against Christians and Jews is on the rise today, especially in Muslim countries.

World Race Sets Missionaries on Adventure of Lifetime

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Imagine leaving everything you own behind and embarking on a nearly yearlong mission trip in 11 countries. For Emily Wright, it is the adventure of a lifetime.

Iranian Authorities Arrest Everyone in Tehran Church

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Farsi Christian News Network reports that Islamic security agents entered the church premises, arrested everyone present, and confiscated church materials.

Fmr UK Archbishop: Cameron 'Betrayed' Christians

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A recent poll shows two thirds of Christians in the United Kingdom believe they are a persecuted minority.

ACLJ Says IRS Harassment Still Going Strong

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The American Center for Law & Justice says the Internal Revenue Service is still harassing conservative groups.

London Beheading Part of a Wider Terror Plot?

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

British authorities want to know if two men who hacked a British soldier to death outside an army barracks in London Wednesday were part of a wider terror plot.

Pastor Saeed: Thanks for 'Praying for My Freedom'

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

American Pastor Saeed Abedini's family had another successful visit this week at the infamous Evin prison.

High Court Takes Up Prayer at Government Meetings

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to weigh in on a case involving prayer during Greece, N.Y., town meetings.

Billy Graham Assoc. Assists Tornado Victims

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Christian organizations are delivering assistance to the tornado victims in Moore, Okla.

Christians Remain Targets as Nigeria Violence Grows

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Christians warn they are the main target of ongoing violence in Nigeria's restive northeast.

Saeed, Family Visit for First Time Since Solitary

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The American Pastor Saeed Abedini jailed in Iran has seen his family for the first time since being released from solitary confinement.

Nigeria Orders Curfew in Extremist Neighborhoods

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nigeria's military declared a weekend curfew in the spiritual home of Boko Haram, the Muslim group that has killed hundreds of Christians.

Captive in Iran: Women Share Horrors of Evin Prison

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Two Iranian women -- Maryam Rustampoor and Marzieh Amirizadeh -- are telling their story of persecution in Iran's Evin Prison.

'Truth Unlocked' Reveals Keys to Evangelizing Muslims

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A new DVD series called "Truth Unlocked" is reminding Christians that they're called to minister to Muslims and helping them replace fear with love.

CIA Chief Makes Surprise Trip to Israel

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CIA Chief John Brennan has made an unannounced visit to Israel.

Boko Haram Kills Nigerian Pentecostal Leader

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Boko Haram terrorists are believed responsible for the murder of a popular Pentecostal pastor in Nigeria. Faye Pama was the Secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria, North East zone.

Kermit Gosnell Gets Three Life Sentences

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A judge sentenced abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell to a third life sentence Wednesday.

UN Condemns Assad, Calls for 'Political Transition'

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The U.N. General Assembly called for a “political transition” in Syria and condemned the Assad regime for its use of heavy weapons in populated areas.

US Court Denies German Home-Schoolers Asylum

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the Obama administration's refusal to grant asylum to the Romeike family.

Pastor Saeed Released from Solitary Confinement

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Saeed Abedini, a U.S. pastor imprisoned for his faith in Iran, has been released from solitary and returned to the general population of Evin Prison.

Pro-Family Groups Gather for World Congress of Families

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

This week members of more than 95 pro-family groups from across the globe will gather in Sydney, Australia, for the seventh World Congress of Families.

Romanian Gypsies' Revival Stirs Hope for Change

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Many gypsies in Europe face a life of poverty and deprivation. But for gypsies in Romania, a revival has led to a relationship with God and hope for the future.