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India: Christian-run orphanage accused of housing trafficked girls
The founder of Moses Ministries has denied the allegations, which he says are motivated by anti-Christian feeling.
Family could face daily $500 fine for Zombie-themed Nativity
A zombie-themed Nativity scene in Ohio could cost a family $500 a day in fines after receiving complaints from local officials and religious groups.
Christians shelter from ISIS in ancient monastery near Mosul
One of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world is being used to shelter Christians fleeing persecution by Islamic State in Erbil, Iraq.
Russell Moore: Christians should condemn Trump's 'reckless' attitude to Muslims
Anyone who champions religious freedom should denounce Donald Trump's "reckless, demagogic rhetoric", Russell Moore has said in the wake of yet another controversial statement from the Republican Presidential candidate.
Middle East violence sign of End Times, say US evangelicals
The vast majority of US evangelicals believe that the unfolding violence in the Middle East is a sign that the end times are nearer.
Pope Francis lights Nativity scene made from refugee boat
Pope Francis on Sunday lit the Christmas tree and Nativity scene at the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi, which was built into a boat used by migrants to travel from Tunisia to Lampedusa last year.
Angela Merkel: Immigrants can help Germany learn more about Christianity
Merkel shrugged aside the growing unease in her coalition over the influx of nearly a million migrants this year.
Triumphant Venezuela opposition looks to boost economy, free prisoners
Venezuela's opposition has won control of the legislature for the first time in 16 years of Socialist rule.
Three murdered priests beatified in Peru
Three missionary priests murdered in Peru in 1991 have become the first Catholic martyrs to be beatified in the country.
International backlash against Trump's call to ban Muslims from US
His statement is the most dramatic response by a candidate yet to last week's shooting spree.
What Christmas can teach us about the wisdom of waiting
While modern culture is the antithesis of waiting, Christmas can teach us so much about the benefits of delaying gratification.
What husbands should never buy their wives for Christmas
If buying the right gift for your wife is a challenge that leaves you in a cold sweat, here are some simple tips on what NOT to get her.
Once a 'superstar,' Ben Carson now faces challenges in wooing black faith leaders shocked by his statements
Dr. Ben Carson "was a superstar" to many ministers and Black Christians, but when he started campaigning for the presidency, they felt like a new person emerged.
Bible study group in Colorado combines love for God and marijuana: 'Bible didn't say you couldn't smoke weed'
A Bible study group in Colorado called the "Stoner Jesus Bible Study" has just revolutionized the concept of sharing God's Word, since its members smoke marijuana together while discussing the Scripture.
U.S. churches report spate of baby Jesus sculpture robberies in Nativity scenes, prompting tighter security
Churches are now implementing stricter security measures this Christmas season since there has been a spike of robbery incidents concerning baby Jesus sculptures.
72 U.S. Homeland Security employees on terror watch list; 95% of screenings fail at major airports â Dem lawmaker
A total of 72 employees who were working for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) were found to be on the terrorist watch list.