Pope Endorses Contemplation for All Amid Global Christian Persecution

Church Leaders Backtrack on Conversion Therapy Event, Plus "Spiritual Hunger" and Christian Nationalism

Archbishops reverse cancellation threat for a sexuality event at General Synod. Lord Biggar explores the 'spiritual hunger' behind Christian nationalism, while a Houston megachurch's patriotic worship sparks debate. Also, a Chinese pastor is released as a goodwill gesture and TV religious programming sees a slight increase. #christianity #christiannews #conversiontherapy #christiannationalism #churchofengland #religiousfreedom #chinachristians

Anti-Christian Incidents Skyrocket, Bishop Detained as US Star Falters

Anti-Christian incidents nearly double in Israel, an 80-year-old Catholic bishop is detained in Nicaragua, and US soccer star Christian Pulisic faces renewed criticism and injury woes after the World Cup exit. Also, a look at Christian Universalism and a new early childhood center for Des Moines Christian School. #christianity #christiannews #religiousfreedom #israel #nicaragua #worldcup #christianuniversalism

Christian Brothers Defend Housing Convicted Sex Abusers, Citing 'Gospel Imperative'

Lebanese mayor denies Netanyahu's annexation claim of Christian villages. The Christian Brothers defend their decision to house convicted child sex abusers, citing a "Gospel imperative." A new report on Nigeria reveals nearly 30,000 Christians killed in six years. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage concludes, emphasizing unity. Mel Gibson's "The Passion of the Christ" returns to theaters ahead of its sequel. #christianity #christiannews #religiousfreedom #nigeriapersecution #catholicchurch #eucharisticrevival #thepassionofthechrist

Pastor Freed While Others Remain Jailed in China

A pastor held in China for months has been released after U.S. presidential intervention, but other church members remain imprisoned. Meanwhile, a Cuban teenager arrested during protests is free, but another remains detained. Plus, a Christian university mourns its president's passing, and a bishop praises a national football team. #christianity #christiannews #religiousfreedom #chinapersecution #cubanews #christianeducation

Pope Leo's July 4th Immigration Plea

Pope Leo XIV makes a powerful plea for migrants during his visit to Lampedusa on July 4th, appealing to the U.S. on its Independence Day. Meanwhile, Christian faith takes center stage on the National Mall. Houston Christian University President Robert B. Sloan Jr. dies at 77. Plus, a Mooresville author wins two Christian book awards. #christianity #christiannews #PopeLeo #immigration #NationalMall #religiousfreedom #HoustonChristianUniversity