Christian PersecutionPastor Ezra Jin Mingri, founder of Beijing Zion Church, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Lantos Human Rights Prize. Following his release from Chinese detention in July, he continues advocating for eight members of his church who remain imprisoned.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
USAHundreds gathered in Williamsburg, Virginia, to celebrate the reconstruction of a historic African American meetinghouse established by a congregation dating to 1776. The dedication honors generations of believers who preserved their faith despite slavery, discrimination, and restrictions on religious gatherings.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
USATexas pastor Joel Webbon is facing criticism after publishing social media remarks calling for the execution of U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee. The controversy has raised concerns about antisemitism, violent rhetoric, and the responsibilities of Christian leaders.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
IsraelArchaeologists have uncovered a 300-meter section of Jerusalem's ancient Lower Aqueduct, revealing how engineers supplied water to the Temple Mount nearly 2,000 years ago and how the system supported the city's growing population and biblical pilgrimage festivals.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
IsraelApproximately 1,200 Christian leaders and representatives from 123 countries gathered at the biblical site of Shiloh during the Friends of Zion Ambassador Summit, highlighting the connection between Scripture, Israel's history, and international Christian solidarity with the Jewish people.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
IsraelDozens of Christian families have reportedly fled a village in Pakistan's Punjab province after a mob set fire to a Christian man's home and pharmacy following a blasphemy accusation, raising renewed concerns about religious freedom and the safety of minority communities.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
Christian PersecutionChristians displaced by extremist violence in Burkina Faso are receiving audio Bibles in local languages, allowing believers who cannot read to hear Scripture throughout the week and share God's Word with their families.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelPakistan's Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of Christian father Qaiser Ayub while acquitting his brother Amoon after years of imprisonment, renewing concerns about blasphemy laws, religious freedom, and the treatment of Christian minorities.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelIsrael has granted special historical protection to roadside bomb shelters near Gaza where civilians sought refuge during the October 7, 2023, attacks, preserving the sites as places of remembrance for future generations.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelArchaeologists in Türkiye have identified a clay tablet fragment belonging to the ancient Treaty of Kadesh, offering new insight into diplomacy between Egypt and the Hittite Empire more than 3,200 years ago.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
USAAn Orthodox Jewish man in Ohio is challenging local restrictions on prayer gatherings in his home, bringing questions about Sabbath observance, religious freedom, and government zoning authority before the U.S. Supreme Court.
By WBC TeamOct 8, 2026
Global ChurchHundreds gathered near Downing Street in London to commemorate the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks on Israel, honoring victims and calling for solidarity amid concerns about antisemitism.
By WBC TeamOct 8, 2026
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Christian PersecutionPastor Ezra Jin Mingri, founder of Beijing Zion Church, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Lantos Human Rights Prize. Following his release from Chinese detention in July, he continues advocating for eight members of his church who remain imprisoned.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
USAHundreds gathered in Williamsburg, Virginia, to celebrate the reconstruction of a historic African American meetinghouse established by a congregation dating to 1776. The dedication honors generations of believers who preserved their faith despite slavery, discrimination, and restrictions on religious gatherings.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
USATexas pastor Joel Webbon is facing criticism after publishing social media remarks calling for the execution of U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee. The controversy has raised concerns about antisemitism, violent rhetoric, and the responsibilities of Christian leaders.
By WBC TeamOct 13, 2026
IsraelArchaeologists have uncovered a 300-meter section of Jerusalem's ancient Lower Aqueduct, revealing how engineers supplied water to the Temple Mount nearly 2,000 years ago and how the system supported the city's growing population and biblical pilgrimage festivals.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
IsraelApproximately 1,200 Christian leaders and representatives from 123 countries gathered at the biblical site of Shiloh during the Friends of Zion Ambassador Summit, highlighting the connection between Scripture, Israel's history, and international Christian solidarity with the Jewish people.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
IsraelDozens of Christian families have reportedly fled a village in Pakistan's Punjab province after a mob set fire to a Christian man's home and pharmacy following a blasphemy accusation, raising renewed concerns about religious freedom and the safety of minority communities.
By WBC TeamOct 12, 2026
Christian PersecutionChristians displaced by extremist violence in Burkina Faso are receiving audio Bibles in local languages, allowing believers who cannot read to hear Scripture throughout the week and share God's Word with their families.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelPakistan's Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of Christian father Qaiser Ayub while acquitting his brother Amoon after years of imprisonment, renewing concerns about blasphemy laws, religious freedom, and the treatment of Christian minorities.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelIsrael has granted special historical protection to roadside bomb shelters near Gaza where civilians sought refuge during the October 7, 2023, attacks, preserving the sites as places of remembrance for future generations.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
IsraelArchaeologists in Türkiye have identified a clay tablet fragment belonging to the ancient Treaty of Kadesh, offering new insight into diplomacy between Egypt and the Hittite Empire more than 3,200 years ago.
By WBC TeamOct 9, 2026
USAAn Orthodox Jewish man in Ohio is challenging local restrictions on prayer gatherings in his home, bringing questions about Sabbath observance, religious freedom, and government zoning authority before the U.S. Supreme Court.
By WBC TeamOct 8, 2026
Global ChurchHundreds gathered near Downing Street in London to commemorate the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks on Israel, honoring victims and calling for solidarity amid concerns about antisemitism.
By WBC TeamOct 8, 2026
USARecent religious-accommodation cases are drawing renewed attention to protections for employees whose work schedules conflict with sincerely held religious practices, including Sabbath observance.
By WBC TeamOct 7, 2026
IsraelBelievers gathered in Jerusalem for Hoshana Rabbah and Simchat Torah, celebrating Scripture, the biblical feast season, and their faith in Yeshua the Messiah.
By WBC TeamOct 7, 2026
IsraelNew research at Tel Shikmona reveals how an industrial center controlled by the ancient Kingdom of Israel was used throughout the year for purple-dye production, olive processing, textiles, and other activities.
By WBC TeamOct 7, 2026
USAThe U.S. Senate has unanimously recognized Prison Fellowship’s 50th anniversary, honoring five decades of Christian ministry to prisoners, former prisoners, and their families.
By WBC TeamOct 6, 2026
IsraelNigeria’s King Ogiame Atuwatse III made his first visit to Israel alongside hundreds of Christian leaders from around the world who gathered in Jerusalem during Sukkot.
By WBC TeamOct 6, 2026
IsraelAncient Shiloh reported record attendance during Sukkot as hundreds of thousands traveled throughout Judea and Samaria to visit biblical and historical sites.
By WBC TeamOct 6, 2026
USAA 10-year-old girl from Haiti is now with her adoptive family in South Carolina after months of visa-related delays prolonged their separation.
By WBC TeamOct 2, 2026
USANew Bible translation statistics show that the complete Bible is now available in 807 languages, giving approximately 6.2 billion people access to the full Scriptures in their language.
By WBC TeamOct 2, 2026
IsraelTens of thousands gathered at Jerusalem’s Western Wall for the second traditional Priestly Blessing ceremony of Sukkot, as nearly one million worshippers and visitors were reported at the plaza since the holiday began.
By WBC TeamOct 2, 2026
IsraelHistoric Christian communities across parts of the Middle East continue to face displacement, economic instability and persecution, raising concerns about their long-term presence in lands where Christianity has existed for centuries.
By WBC TeamOct 1, 2026
Community NewsThousands of Christians gathered at Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium for a large prayer and worship conference led by Nigerian Pastor Jerry Eze.
By WBC TeamOct 1, 2026
Christian PersecutionPastor Ezra Jin, founder of Zion Church in China, is calling attention to more than 150 pastors and Christian leaders he says remain imprisoned in China after his own release from detention earlier this year.
By WBC TeamOct 1, 2026
USAA Texas family pursuing its third adoption is highlighting how kinship care can help children remain connected to relatives and siblings when they cannot safely remain with their parents.
By WBC TeamSep 30, 2026
USARev. Esdras Paredes continues preaching, teaching and ministering remotely to his Wisconsin congregation after traveling to Guatemala in 2025 and learning he could not return to the United States until 2035. RNS
By WBC TeamSep 30, 2026
IsraelThousands of residents, families and visitors gathered in Jerusalem for the annual Jerusalem March, celebrating Sukkot with walking routes through the city and a large family celebration at Sacher Park.
By WBC TeamSep 30, 2026
IsraelIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu traveled to Abu Dhabi for talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, with both governments saying the meeting addressed bilateral relations and regional challenges.
By WBC TeamSep 29, 2026
USAYakima Union Gospel Mission is returning to the Ninth Circuit in a closely watched dispute over whether the Christian nonprofit can require employees to share and live according to its religious beliefs. ADF Legal
By WBC TeamSep 29, 2026
IsraelThe World Evangelical Alliance has called on Israel to protect Palestinian civilians and address reported settler violence, highlighting concerns surrounding the predominantly Christian village of Taybeh in the West Bank.
By WBC TeamSep 29, 2026
IsraelAround 3,000 Christians from more than 70 countries gathered in Israel for the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem’s annual Feast of Tabernacles celebration during Sukkot.
By WBC TeamSep 28, 2026
USAMore than 250 young Christian students, leaders and alumni gathered in Washington, D.C., for a three-day summit focused on antisemitism, Jewish-Christian relations and challenges facing Jewish students on American campuses.
By WBC TeamSep 28, 2026
USAThe Justice Department is asking a federal appeals court to overturn a lower-court decision in a case challenging restrictions on political endorsements by tax-exempt churches.
By WBC TeamSep 28, 2026
USAA Christian high school in Colorado has seen 96 students baptized through a series of worship gatherings held after athletic events, including 17 students at its latest gathering.
By WBC TeamSep 24, 2026
Christian PersecutionThe detention of a Kurdish Evangelical pastor during a family visit to Syria has renewed concerns about religious freedom and the treatment of Christian converts as the country navigates its political transition.
By WBC TeamSep 24, 2026
IsraelArchaeologists have uncovered a monumental Second Temple-period purification complex near Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, offering new insight into how Jewish pilgrims may have prepared before entering the sacred site.
By WBC TeamSep 24, 2026
Events & FeastsWorld leaders are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York for the 81st General Assembly, with conflicts involving Israel, Iran, Gaza, Lebanon and the wider Middle East among the major issues drawing international attention.
By WBC TeamSep 22, 2026
Events & FeastsIsrael entered Rosh Hashanah with a significant change from the previous Jewish New Years since the October 7 attack: no Israeli hostages remained in Gaza.
By WBC TeamSep 14, 2026