Photos showing important, but not so well known, stories from around the world throughout the year, by World Vision.

A report of FEREDE denounces obstacles to the opening new places of worship, discrimination and the lack of a solution for retired pastors without pensions.

The uncertainty over the Salafist past of the new leadership is also a concern in the aftermath of the fall of the Assad regime.

A Baptist Christian, Carter dedicated his life, after a political career, to promoting reconciliation and peace in the world.

Yet for all the blame heaped on ‘religion’ for wars and strife, the influence of the teaching of the babe of Bethlehem on loving God and neighbour has been unparalleled.

Obstacles are nothing more than passing difficulties. The race goes on, and all we need is wisdom from God.

Many young people attend the annual Graduates Bible Groups gathering in Cullera. Topics discussed included personal evangelism, conflict resolution, sexuality, and how to age well. A report by Marta Cabañas.

He specialised in reporting about conflicts in underreported regions and did many in-depth interviews. As of 1 January 2025, Soriano begins as a pastor in a church near Barcelona.

The Perspective Forum helped attendees “perceive each other and find common ground”.

The Top 10 shows our readers' interest in the trends of Christianity in countries like France, Finland and Iceland. The most viewed on our website? Faith stories of the Olympic Games athletes.

Many Middle Eastern countries recognize the existing, historic Christian communities but deny non-Christian citizens the right to espouse the Christian faith – and they actively persecute those who do.

Why did the angels play such a central role in the birth of Jesus? Some answers according to the Bible.

The uncertainty that surrounded Mary and Joseph when Jesus was born shows us what kind of God was coming to be with us. In a stable, a child arrived to identify with our helplessness.

The evangelical churches in the southern Spanish city brought the Christian message of Christmas to the city in a joint event attended by the authorities.

Five people have died after being hit by a car at a Christmas market. Christian representatives have expressed their grief at  the “inhumane attack”.

Stars have always made humans think of eternal things and of transcendence. Like the Psalmist, we gaze into the clear night sky and marvel at all the stars, being overwhelmed by the unfathomable size of the cosmos.

Every day, every moment, we can decide who we are going to obey in relation to nature and created beings.

“Sunday is associated with core values that are of particular importance both socially and religiously", says the Swiss federation of  free evangelical churches.

If we are open to hear the voice of the global Church, to receive its help, and to serve it; then Europe still has a key part to play in the evangelisation of the earth.

The new government has pledged to preserve religious freedom and minority rights, but Jesus followers are taking a wait-and-see approach.

A gathering of ministry and church leaders in Madrid, highlights the adaptation process that is taking place within the Spanish evangelical sphere.

The National Council of Evangelicals offers support to the victims. Most French evangelical organisations are part of the ‘Stop Abus’ service, launched in 2022, which has already helped 38 people.

As we preach this Christmas season, let’s not miss the opportunity to highlight the glorious truths contained in the songs we sing. 

We had no electricity, no phone network, not much else we could do. My daughter suggested reading a Psalm and praying for those neighbours who we eventually learned were rescued.

The protocol includes a total and a partial objection. Evangelical health workers say “it can be used to mark doctors who freely decide to object”.