Communion Unchanged in Greek Orthodox Church Despite Virus
Contrary to what science says, the Greek Orthodox Church insists it is impossible for any disease — including the coronavirus — to be transmitted through Communion.
Baptist Church in India Meets Community Needs During Pandemic
New Life Baptist Church, a three-year-old congregation in Hyderabad, India, is busy ministering to both the physical and spiritual needs of its community.
Morovica: When a Town Comes Together
What happens when the entire Serbian town of Morovica pulls together through hard times with the sole intention to help the needy? It all started with a Facebook group that was created with this name at the start of the pandemic.
Government of Nicaragua ‘Irresponsible’ in Handling the Pandemic, Bishop Says
In Nicaragua, already faced with high poverty rates and civil unrest, the government is failing to properly address the coronavirus pandemic, according to one Catholic bishop.
UN Chief Urges Faith Leaders to Challenge Harmful Messages
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged religious leaders on Tuesday to challenge “inaccurate and harmful messages” that are fueling rising ethno-nationalism, stigma, hate speech and conflict as the coronavirus pandemic circles the globe.
Brazilian Baptist Leader Recovers from COVID-19 as Nation Worsens
The head of the largest Baptist convention in Brazil recently recovered after a serious case of COVID-19. But the good news after weeks of prayer for him comes amid a growing coronavirus outbreak in the largest South American nation.
List India as Top Religious Freedom Violator, Says Watchdog Group
India, which recently passed legislation that experts say is detrimental to Muslims, should be placed on the U.S. government’s list of most egregious religious freedom violators, a watchdog agency says in its new report.
Most Protestant Pastors See Human Activity Behind Global Warming
For the first time, a majority of Protestant pastors believe global warming is happening and caused by humans. "Fewer pastors are rejecting global warming and climate change out of hand," said Scott McConnell, executive director of LifeWay Research. Yet he finds pastors are still split on the subject.
Chaplains’ Reach Grows in Afghanistan During Pandemic
Like many other ministry leaders around the world, Air Force Chaplain Dan Thompson has needed to make a number of adjustments to minister to the people he shepherds in Afghanistan. Now, when he counsels people, he sits six feet away.
Amid Pandemic, Christians Celebrate an Easter Like No Other
Christians around the world celebrated Easter Sunday isolated in their homes by the coronavirus while pastors preached the faith’s joyous news of Christ's resurrection to empty pews.