Africa

Muslim communities often expel new Christians from their families. One Fulani convert is urging churches to take them in.

As the traditional sport regains popularity, pastors report young people have disconnected from church.

One woman warned the senate of a “silent aftermath they will never legislate away.”

Many public schools can’t offer special education, so churches offer needed resources and community.

Working in the Gulf States promises better pay, but pastors say the distance harm marriages and children.

One Christian father hopes the church can help his family reconcile before he dies.

A doctor caring for Congo rape victims, pastors shepherding a Ukrainian youth group in wartime, and leaders serving faithfully in Christian-minority Japan.

Some pastors offer circumcision ceremonies as an alternative to older practices involving ancestor worship, misogyny, and dedicating children to demons.

One pastor has canceled celebrations and will only reveal the location of the Christmas service last-minute.

The requirement makes it difficult for religious minorities to get jobs, justice, and opportunities. Advocates are pushing for change.