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Churches meeting culture in Europe

by admin | Feb 27, 2025 | Europe

Across Europe, some churches are evolving to meet the cultural and social needs of their communities in new and relevant ways. As secularism rises and traditional church attendance appears to decline, many congregations are focusing on outreach, social justice, and...

Faith amidst the frozen

by admin | Feb 19, 2025 | Antarctica

Amid the unyielding frost and endless white of Antarctica, a wooden church stands against the elements—Trinity Church, a beacon of warmth in a land of ice. Built by Russian craftsmen in the late 1990s and assembled with care at Bellingshausen Station, it is a...

Bolivian churches lean on love

by admin | Feb 11, 2025 | South America

Christian churches in Bolivia are responding to moral conflicts within government leadership with resilience and love. Despite increasing political tensions (including recent bills introduced that could have posed a threat to religious freedoms), many churches are...

Canadian churches could lose tax exemption

by admin | Feb 11, 2025 | North America

The Canadian government is reportedly considering changes to the tax-exempt status of Christian churches, citing the need for “a more equitable tax system.” A spokesperson from the Ministry of Finance stated, “As Canada continues to evolve, we must...

Why are churches in Rwanda closing?

by admin | Feb 11, 2025 | Africa

Over the last year, the Rwandan government has closed thousands of places of worship. Authorities have cited non-compliance with health, safety, and building regulations as primary reasons for the shutdowns. The enforcement is based on a 2018 law that mandated...