Systematic mistreatment of an individual or group as a response to their religious beliefs or affiliations or lack thereof
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What if marching for women's rights meant for the persecuted instead of for abortion? ______________ Learn more about the Colson Fellows Program by registering for one of our upcoming webinars at colsonfellows.org/webinar.
Security analyst Elizabeth Neumann looks at the rise of anti-religious and politically-motivate terror attacks and violence, even in the US. She reminds us that representative government was meant to reduce religious presecution and violence. She also addresses the diplomatic efforts between the US and groups like Hamas and Iran, as well as the global security risks because of our trade and tarriff actions. Jennifer Hayden Stokes, author of "The Pioneer's Way," talks about when you look at those who are pioneers and trailblazers, the foremost of them is Jesus who calls us to follow Him and live like Him. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Voice of the Martyrs' Todd Nettleton looks at this year's USCIRF Annual Report on religious persecution and talks about why some nations are one the list, and why some should be. Becky Thompson, author of "Healing Rest," talks about the many stresses of the modern woman and mom. While it might not be possible to change the circumstanses at this time, you can still rest in the arms of their Heavenly Father through Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
The latest report on religious persecution, U.S. families hopeful about adoptions from China, and Ukranian ballet continues. Plus, finding creative solutions for dog adoptions, Cal Thomas on the Department of Education, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from LeTourneau University. The Christian Polytechnic University. More at LETU.EDU.
Unrest in Syria is affecting hundreds of civilians, many of whom have been killed. A Syrian man who lives in Brisbane has been back to bury his mother, who was killed. He told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "It is against humanity, it's against liberty, it's against freedom, it’s against any form of life." "There’s no border there. People can't even get out. If you do, they stop you and say, 'What are you, a Christian?' and that’s it. Slaughter will happen," he continued. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sports gambling is growing at an alarming rate with the expected carnage left in its wake. And John talks to David Bahnsen about retirement and the value of work. Recommendations The 21 Film Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Segment 1 - Sports Betting Breakpoint: The Super Bowl and Sports Gambling: America's Newest Addiction WORLD: Culture Friday: Faith, forgiveness, and football What Would You Say?: Who Was Saint Valentine? Breakpoint: The 21: Telling the Story of the Men Martyred on a Libyan Beach a Decade Ago The 21 Film Segment 2 - The Value of Work with David Bahnsen Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David L. Bahnsen BONUS Breakpoint: Christian Hope in Economic Uncertainty with David Bahnsen The World and Everything in It podcast 2025 Colson Center National Conference __________ Get your copy of Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David L. Bahnsen with your gift of any amount at colsoncenter.org/february. Learn more about the Colson Fellows program and apply at colsonfellows.org.
A new short film revisits the 21 men beheaded on camera for refusing to deny Christ. ___________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
With Christian persecution raging across the globe, experts recently came together to address the problem at the International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington, D.C.Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman joins "The Inside Story" to share what was discussed and why it matters. In particular, she shares an important warning from Vice President JD Vance.
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This week's episode reviews the 2025 GLOBAL CHRISTIAN RELIEF Red List, 2025 US Supreme Court cases relating to religious liberties to watch, and the five TRUMP executive orders that address religious liberties.
Open Doors Canada has released their 2025 World Watch List. The World Watch list ranks the 50 countries in the world where it's most dangerous to live as a Christian. Garry Stagg, executive director of Open Doors Canada shares what they discovered and why it's so important to share this list with CanadiansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John and Maria discuss the devastating fires ravaging Southern California, a new report identifying Christians as the most persecuted religious group in the world, and Facebook does away with its fact checkers. Recommendations Psychology as Religion: The Cult of Self-Worship by Paul Vitz Faith of the Fatherless: The Psychology of Atheism by Paul Vitz The Church Before the Watching World : A Practical Ecclesiology by Francis Schaeffer Segment 1 - LA Fires and Global Persecution of Christians CNN: Los Angeles wildfires live updates 2025 Global Persecution Index FOX: Christians increasingly persecuted worldwide as 'modern and historical factors converge' Open Doors World Watch List US Dept. of State: Countries of Particular Concern, Special Watch List Countries, Entities of Particular Concern Breakpoint: No, Religious Freedom is Not “Safer Than Ever” 2025 Colson Center National Conference Segment 2 - Facebook Exiles Fact Checkers Meta: More Speech and Fewer Mistakes The Free Press: How ‘The Babylon Bee' Predicted the Vibe Shift Babylon Bee: Guy Who Said Facebook Was Not Suppressing Free Speech Announces Facebook Will Stop Suppressing Free Speech Segment 3 - Pixar Drops Gay Character WORLD: Federal court strikes down Biden's Title IX revisions NBC: Disney removes transgender storyline from upcoming Pixar streaming series __________ Become a monthly partner for the Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/monthly. Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org.
Claim to be a Buddhist, Muslim, Sikh, Tao, Earth Worship, Universalist, Wiccan (witch), Zoroastrian or anything else, but don't say you are a Jew or Christian because there is a great possibility you will be persecuted. This is very prophetic and we will analyze this on today's open-line edition of the Endtime Show! --------------- 📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse 📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com 🏧: America's Christian Credit Union: Make the switch from the BIG banks: https://www.endtime.com/switch ☕️: First Cup Coffee: Use code ENDTIME to get 10% off: https://www.firstcup.com 🥤: Ready Pantry: https://www.readypantry.com/endtime ⭐️ Birtch Gold: https://www.birchgold.com/endtime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Segment 1: Trump Appoints Pro-Life FDA to Stop Abortion Pills Dr. Chaps discusses former President Donald Trump's bold decision to appoint a pro-life advocate to lead the FDA, aiming to restrict the distribution of abortion pills. This move has sparked intense debate about the role of federal agencies in protecting life and ensuring healthcare aligns with moral values. Tune in to learn how this decision could shape the future of pro-life policy in America. Segment 2: Israel Agrees to Cease-Fire with Hezbollah Terrorists In a surprising development, Israel has agreed to a cease-fire with Hezbollah militants, aiming to de-escalate tensions in the region. Dr. Chaps explores the potential implications of this cease-fire, addressing concerns about security, regional stability, and the role of prayer in achieving lasting peace. Stay tuned for insights into what this means for Israel and its allies. Segment 3: Iranian Christians Refused Asylum in Georgia Dr. Chaps sheds light on a troubling case where Iranian Christians fleeing persecution have been denied asylum in Georgia. Facing threats to their safety and religious freedom, these individuals represent the ongoing plight of Christians in hostile regions. Discover how you can advocate for these refugees and stand in solidarity with the persecuted church. Get free alerts at http://PrayInJesusName.org © 2024, Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, PhD. Airs on NRB TV, Direct TV Ch.378, Roku, AppleTV, Amazon FireTV, AndroidTV, GoogleTV, Smart TV, iTunes and www.PrayInJesusName.org
Segment 1: Are Christians Afraid to Talk About Politics? A New Study Says Yes Dr. Chaps delves into a recent study revealing that many Christians are hesitant to discuss politics, even with fellow believers. This segment explores the reasons behind this reluctance, including fear of backlash and concerns about division within the church. Dr. Chaps provides insights on how believers can balance faith and political discussions, fostering unity and standing firm in their values. Segment 2: Persecution in Africa: Man Beaten by Family for Worshiping Christ In this powerful segment, Dr. Chaps shares the story of a man in an African country who faced violent persecution from his own family for praying and worshiping Christ. We investigate why religious persecution remains prevalent in certain regions, particularly within families. Dr. Chaps also calls for prayers and support for our persecuted brothers and sisters, encouraging viewers to stand in solidarity. Segment 3: Tough Questions on Israel: Dr. Harper Challenges U.S. State Department In the final segment, Dr. Chaps highlights Dr. Harper's recent efforts at the U.S. State Department to question the current administration's stance on Israel. Dr. Harper seeks clarity on America's response to recent events in Israel and what it means for both nations. This segment offers a deeper look into U.S.-Israel relations and the impact of these policies on global Christian communities. Get free alerts at http://PrayInJesusName.org © 2024, Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, PhD. Airs on NRB TV, Direct TV Ch.378, Roku, AppleTV, Amazon FireTV, AndroidTV, GoogleTV, Smart TV, iTunes and www.PrayInJesusName.org
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The Washington Times reported last week on a story out of the United Kingdom. A man by the name of Adam Smith-Connor, a 20-year Army veteran, was arrested for anti-social behavior. Taken to court, he was convicted and fined nearly $12,000 and given 2 years of probabtion. What was his crime? Well, Adam Smith-Connor was standing on a street where there was an abortion clinic, with his back turned from the abortion clinic, he closed his eyes, bowed his head, and clasped his hands while he prayed silently. When confronted, he was arrested, taken to court and convicted. Now if he had been standing in the same posture, in the same location, but thinking about a math problem, or how to get to his next location on Google Maps, he would have been fine. His crime was, he was talking to God. They decided that that was harmful to the abortion clinic, convicted him of anti-social behavior, and this case becomes a precedent for the first ever thought-crime conviction in the United Kingdom. He's guilty…of thinking thoughts of which the government does not approve. Well, that could nnever happen here, right? Well, let's talk. Ericka Andersen, “A warning for all Christian organizations,” October 17, 2024. Daniel R. Suhr, “Jailed for exercising your right to free expression?” October 10, 2024. Bethel McGrew, “Pope Francis strays from doctrine…again,” September 23, 2024.
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Segment 1: Gov't Report: Religious Persecution Is Growing Worldwide In our first segment, we examine a government report revealing the rise of religious persecution worldwide. We discuss the key findings and hear testimonies from those affected. After the report, Dr. Chaps leads a prayer with viewers for those suffering and for global religious freedom. Segment 2: Poll: Bible-Believers Are Less Racist, More Engaged Our second segment highlights a recent poll showing Bible-believers are less racist and more engaged in their communities. We analyze the results and discuss the positive impact of religious teachings on social attitudes with experts and faith leaders. Segment 3: Dr. Anthony Harper Asking the State Department Tough Questions on Israel In the final segment, Dr. Anthony Harper questions the State Department on its policies regarding Israel. We follow his interactions with officials, providing insights into the complexities of US-Israel relations. Dr. Chaps concludes with a prayer for wisdom and peace in international diplomacy. Get free alerts at http://PrayInJesusName.org © 2024, Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, PhD. Airs on NRB TV, Direct TV Ch.378, Roku, AppleTV, Amazon FireTV, AndroidTV, GoogleTV, Smart TV, iTunes and www.PrayInJesusName.org
Have a Social with the Saints! Receive encouragement for your daily life as we meet & discuss a young Spanish role model, who dedicated his life to serving Christ especially in the elderly and persons without homes. Be encouraged and inspired for your daily life! Get a free quote card, pamphlet & phone wallpaper of Servant of God Ismael de Tomelloso here. We invite you to share them with friends and family. We want to hear from you! What struck you about Servant of God Ismael de Tomelloso? Please send us your feedback to join the conversation by email at ministry@pilgrimcenterofhope.org The official Socials with the Saints theme song is “Hero's Ascent” by Chris Haugen. Used with permission. Thanks for listening and remember, you are never alone in the communion of the saints! May God bless you. Help us spread hope!
Four weeks after they became trapped in Port-au-Prince, two staff members of Louisiana Reach Haiti (LRH) have made it safely to the ministry's Children's Village in Cap Haitien. Now that wildfires are under control in the northern panhandle of Texas, what about the cattle? Texas is home to some 11 million head of cattle, more than 85% located in the Panhandle, according to the Texas Department of Agriculture. And, in our Toolbox, scholar Malcolm Yarnell gives us seven reasons the resurrection brings joy to Christians. Here are three of them.
Guest Steven Moore, Ukraine Freedom Project, joins to discuss latest humanitarian issues in Ukraine. Discussion of US involvement in conflict, false narrative of Russia invasion, and more. Biden campaign goes into panic mode. Pelosi gets defensive with media. Kamala plays nice with celebrities. Biden admin looks to lower marijuana as scheduled drugs...will it help on the campaign?
In this episode, Jared and Nicolette talk about the Gender Specific Religious Persecution (GSRP) Report, the research which explores how men and women experience persecution differently, and how this systematically wreaks havoc on the Christian family and community as a whole. You can see the full report at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/genderedpersecution/ Please make sure your Member of Parliament learns about the persecution of Christians at the world by inviting them to our special presentation: https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourmp/ Download a copy of the 2024 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/ Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/ Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org Subscribe to the #OpenDoorsCanada podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, and more. *Names changed for security purposes.
In this weekend's religious recap, we delve into Pope Francis' compassionate acts amidst health concerns, including his historic gesture of washing the feet of female inmates. As Holy Week unfolds globally, from solemn processions in Jerusalem to diverse celebrations spanning Spain to the Philippines, we witness the resilience of faith amid strife. However, challenges persist, as highlighted by the plight of Christians in Jerusalem facing persecution amidst the city's political tensions. Meanwhile, amidst preparations for Easter, Ramadan, and Passover, a Gallup poll sheds light on shifting religious attendance trends in America, reflecting both continuity and change in the contemporary religious landscape.
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Book of Acts and the challenges faced by early Christians in a hostile world. Pastor Josh reviews the shift in society's view of Christianity from positive to neutral, and now to negative, highlighting the legal and cultural shifts that have marginalized Christian beliefs. Despite these challenges, Pastor Josh emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's faith, focusing on Jesus, and living a life that exemplifies Christian values. Pastor Josh recounts Paul's defense before King Agrippa, showcasing Paul's unwavering commitment to spreading the Gospel, regardless of personal risks. Pastor Josh encourages Christians to be bold in their faith, compassionate towards others, and to always keep Jesus at the center of their discussions and actions. Thanks for listening! visit www.gracecitychurch.com for more content.
Attacks on churches and pro-Christian causes are not met with the same outcry as other hate crimes.
Liberty Dispatch: NEWS BRIEF ~ February 20, 2023On this first episode of our new Liberty Dispatch NEW BRIEF, hosts Andrew DeBartolo updates Canadians on the news they need to know, both here, at home, and around the globe. [Segment 1] - ArriveCan Corruption - "WORSE...EVER SEEN":"Auditor General to Investigate ArriveCan Report" | The Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-arrivecan-report-auditor-general;"Poilievre Urges RCMP to Expand Investigation into ArriveCan Scandal, Says Trudeau Used COVID to Fill the Pockets of His Friends" | The Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/poilievre-urges-rcmp-to-expand-investigation-into-arrivecan-scandal-says-trudeau-used-covid-to-fill-the-pockets-of-his-friends?utm_content=;"Hospital Staffing Shortages Could Be Due to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates, Some Experts Say" | CTV News: https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/hospital-staffing-shortages-could-be-due-to-covid-19-vaccine-mandates-some-experts-say-1.6760346;[Segment 2] - No More Roads!?!:"Guilbeault Wants Municipalities to Stop Building Roads, Urges People to Walk" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/alberta/guilbeault-wants-municipalities-to-stop-building-roads-urges-people-to-walk/52366;UNESCO - Education for Sustainable Development" | UNESCO: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000380169;"Study Finds CO2 is Greening the Earth and Making Vegetation Flourish Worldwide" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/news/study-finds-co2-is-greening-the-earth-and-making-vegetation-flourish-worldwide/52039;[Segment 3] -Christian Persecution in Canada:"MPs Motion Church Arson" | True North: https://tnc.news/2024/02/13/mps-motion-church-arson2;"A Needed Conversation about Religious Persecution in Canada" | Fairview Baptist Church: https://www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca/a-needed-conversation-about-religious-persecution-in-canada.SUPPORT OUR LEGAL ADVOCACY - Help us defend Canadians' God-given rights and liberties: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/; https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/our-legal-strategy/;SHOW SPONSORS:Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc; Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lcc;BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://vip.barterit.ca/launch; Carpe Fide - "Seize the Faith": Store: https://carpe-fide.myshopify.com/, use Promo Code LCC10 for 10% off (US Store Only), or shop Canadian @ https://canadacarpefide.myshopify.com/ | Podcast: https://www.carpefide.com/episodes;Sick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you honest, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike;THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT;CONTACT US:Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com;General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC:Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada - WE GOT CANCELLED AGAIN!!! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
Liberty Dispatch: NEWS BRIEF ~ February 20, 2023 On this first episode of our new Liberty Dispatch NEW BRIEF, hosts Andrew DeBartolo updates Canadians on the news they need to know, both here, at home, and around the globe. [Segment 1] - ArriveCan Corruption - "WORSE...EVER SEEN": "Auditor General to Investigate ArriveCan Report" | The Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-arrivecan-report-auditor-general; "Poilievre Urges RCMP to Expand Investigation into ArriveCan Scandal, Says Trudeau Used COVID to Fill the Pockets of His Friends" | The Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/poilievre-urges-rcmp-to-expand-investigation-into-arrivecan-scandal-says-trudeau-used-covid-to-fill-the-pockets-of-his-friends?utm_content=; "Hospital Staffing Shortages Could Be Due to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates, Some Experts Say" | CTV News: https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/hospital-staffing-shortages-could-be-due-to-covid-19-vaccine-mandates-some-experts-say-1.6760346; [Segment 2] - No More Roads!?!: "Guilbeault Wants Municipalities to Stop Building Roads, Urges People to Walk" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/alberta/guilbeault-wants-municipalities-to-stop-building-roads-urges-people-to-walk/52366; UNESCO - Education for Sustainable Development" | UNESCO: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000380169; "Study Finds CO2 is Greening the Earth and Making Vegetation Flourish Worldwide" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/news/study-finds-co2-is-greening-the-earth-and-making-vegetation-flourish-worldwide/52039; [Segment 3] -Christian Persecution in Canada: "MPs Motion Church Arson" | True North: https://tnc.news/2024/02/13/mps-motion-church-arson2; "A Needed Conversation about Religious Persecution in Canada" | Fairview Baptist Church: https://www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca/a-needed-conversation-about-religious-persecution-in-canada. SUPPORT OUR LEGAL ADVOCACY - Help us defend Canadians' God-given rights and liberties: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/; https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/our-legal-strategy/; SHOW SPONSORS: Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc; Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lcc; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://vip.barterit.ca/launch; Carpe Fide - "Seize the Faith": Store: https://carpe-fide.myshopify.com/, use Promo Code LCC10 for 10% off (US Store Only), or shop Canadian @ https://canadacarpefide.myshopify.com/ | Podcast: https://www.carpefide.com/episodes; Sick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you honest, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS: LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike; THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT; CONTACT US: Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com; General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC: Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada - WE GOT CANCELLED AGAIN!!! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
Intolerance toward Christians appears to be on the rise in the West. One very dangerous symptom of this upward trend is government officials and entities targeting Christian churches, organizations, and individuals for prosecution or punishment based on their religious beliefs. Arielle Del Turco from FRC joins us to discuss a new report highlighting specific cases. We also look at the E. Jean Carroll case against Trump and an FBI case.
Shane Leary joins Miles Yu, who recently visited Taiwan with a delegation from Hudson Institute, to discuss the trip. They then cover recent laws that violate the religious freedom of people in Xinjiang, and how this fits into the broader picture of persecution in China. Finally, they turn to the recent stock market crash in China, which was the greatest weekly economic downturn in the country since 2018.
In an eye-opening episode, Michael Knowles sits down with Fr. Kiely to shed light on a pressing issue often overlooked by mainstream media: 'The Hidden War On Christians Around the World.' This powerful interview delves into the harrowing stories of persecution that millions of Christians face globally, exploring the complexities and the resilience of faith under fire. Fr. Kiely, a dedicated advocate for persecuted Christians, brings to the forefront the struggles and injustices faced by believers in various corners of the world. From the Middle East to Africa, from Asia to Latin America, this conversation uncovers the trials and tribulations of those who endure oppression for their faith.
Religious persecution is raging across the globe. Christian Post reporter Ryan Foley attended last week's International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington, D.C., and heard from experts who warned about the dire situations in various nations. From a Catholic priest urging the U.S. to designate Nigeria as a "terrorist government" to House Speaker Mike Johnson's pressing of the Biden administration to protect Uyghur Muslims in China, there was much ground to cover. Listen to Foley break it all down on today's "Inside Story."
Edward Pentin, Senior Correspondent at The National Catholic Register with a report on Pope Francis' address and message to the journalists accredited to the Vatican. Cardinal Gerhard Müller, former head of the Vatican's doctrinal office (CDF) comments on the increasing controversy and backlash surrounding "Fiducia Supplicans", the Vatican directive on blessings of same sex couples and couples in "irregular situations". Nina Shea, director of The Center for Religious Freedom at The Hudson Institute on the state of the religious persecution of Christians around the world. Jessica Hooten-Wilson, author and The Fletcher Jones Endowed Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University talks about her new project compiling and editing a heretofore unpublished novel by the late Flannery O'Connor...Flannery O'Connor's Why Do the Heathen Rage?: A Behind the Scenes Look At A Work in Progress.
Welcome to the Unknown Nations Podcast! Dive into our first episode, where Greg Kelley, CEO of Unknown Nations, and Dr. Mark Young, a distinguished Board Member, explore how to reach the nations where Jesus is unknown. Discover the complexities of gospel access and the hurdles faced in ministry at the "ends of the Earth" (Acts 1:8). Join the conversation as the hosts engage in compelling discussions on religious persecution, the differentiation between reaching countries versus nations, and the impactful initiatives undertaken by Unknown Nations. Explore more about Unknown Nations at www.unknownnations.com.
GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Religious persecution is still an important news story, whether journalists think so or not”
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Nearly 15 years ago, Uwe and Hannelore Romeike fled Germany in order to homeschool their children in the United States. Under Germany's education laws, the Romeikes were subject to severe financial penalties for attempting to homeschool. On a few occasions, police came to their home and escorted their children to school. In 2009, they moved to the U.S. and petitioned the government for asylum. They've lived here since, mainly in Morristown, Tennessee. Never formally granted asylum, they were granted indefinite deferred action status in 2014 by the Obama administration. They've since added two children, their two oldest have married U.S. citizens, and they have even welcomed a grandchild. Last month, during a “routine check-in,” the Romeikes were told they had to return to Germany. According to Home School Legal Defense Association attorney Kevin Boden: "They were basically given four weeks to come back. They (were given) a report date in October. They (didn't) know what (was) going to happen in that meeting. They (didn't) know if they're going to be forced to leave. They (didn't) know if they're going to be taken into custody." Given how long the family has been in the United States and how unconcerned the Biden administration seems to be about illegal immigrants pouring across the Southern border, it's difficult to make sense of why they would be so concerned about the Romeike family status now. After a significant amount of public pressure, the INS has given the family a one-year reprieve, but their story seems part of an increasing hostility to religious refugees on the part of the U.S. government. According to a 2023 report from World Relief and Open Doors US, the number of religious refugees admitted to the U.S. has plummeted, though the number of Christians facing persecution around the world continues to climb. An estimated 360 million Christians live under threat of persecution and discrimination, an increase of 100 million in the last three years. Last year, the United States only resettled 25,465 refugees, excluding the Afghans and Ukrainians who entered the U.S. via a separate parole program. This number represents a dramatic reduction from pre-2017 levels when the U.S. resettled an average of over 80,000 people per year. And, as the World Relief and Open Doors report outlines, the number of religious (including Christian) refugees from historically dangerous parts of the world have decreased even more sharply. In 2022, refugees from Eritrea, Iran, Myanmar, and Iraq were down “85 percent, 95 percent, 92 percent and 94 percent, respectively” compared to 2016 levels. Between 2016 and 2022, refugees from Burma (including most Rohingya) declined by 62%, total Christian arrivals by 70%, and Yezidis by 100%. “America,” the author concludes, “is no longer the safe haven for displaced persons that it once was.” Though refugee resettlement in the U.S. slowed to a trickle during the COVID-19 pandemic, the trend goes back earlier. In 2019, I observed in a Breakpoint commentary that though the Trump administration had stalwartly defended religious liberty at home, it had shut down legal channels for religious—including Christian—refugees while trying to stop the crisis of illegal immigration. Now, America faces a heightened crisis of illegal crossings due to the Biden administration's open border policies, especially on the southern border. However, fixing that problem should not include closing off all options for religious asylum seekers. Especially since the administration promised to specifically increase the number of religious refugees but instead arranged for 472,000 Venezuelans to come work in the U.S. The strange targeting of the Romeike family, along with an unaddressed crisis of green-card applications, which could see thousands of faith leaders in the U.S. sent home after years of residency, suggests that the religious aspect of these stories may be an outsized factor. Admittedly, reversing this trend now seems impossible in light of the war between Israel and Hamas. None of the surrounding Muslim nations are opening their borders to those seeking to flee the imminent ground assault of Gaza. And large, angry, and violent immigrant populations are protesting in many Western cities in support of the atrocities committed against Israel. Though it is possible to secure our borders and to properly vet and assist refugees facing religious persecution, the system will need to be rebuilt around completely different assumptions. The current system invites mistreatment and exploitation. Encouraging the lawlessness of some while abandoning others, especially many who belong to what Paul called “the household of faith,” only feeds a narrative that America is becoming a more hostile place for religion, especially Christianity. That narrative is supported by more than enough evidence already. This Breakpoint was co-authored by Kasey Leander. To help us share Breakpoint with others, leave a review on your favorite podcast app. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt explore the turbulent terrains where religion, politics, and war converge into a modern-day holy war in Ukraine. As the nation stands divided amidst political strife, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church emerges as both a beacon of faith and a target of contention. Our insightful returning guest, Mira Tereda, brings to the table her deep-seated understanding, accompanied by Yuriy Smyk, a Kiev orthodox Christian journalist committed to the truth, and Archbishop Gedeon (Yuriy Kharon), an abbot who faced the harsh brunt of deportation and political exile. Together, our guests offer a mosaic of narratives that underscore the challenges, dilemmas, and paradoxes of this spiritual battlefront. We also draw parallels to the suppression and censorship experienced by alternative voices worldwide. Join us in this riveting conversation as we navigate the tumultuous waters where devotion meets the heavy hand of politics, and faith becomes a rallying cry for a nation in turmoil. (Length: 1:00:03) Mira's Foundation to Battle Injustice website: https://fondfbr.ru/en/english/ Link To The Petition Mentioned In Podcast: https://fondfbr.ru/en/articles/petition-kids-ukraine-en/
After a military junta seized power in 2021, the Southeast Asian nation of Myanmar has seen an escalation of violence, ethnic conflict, and religious persecution. With a long history of internal conflict, observers have long hoped for democratic reform and increased freedoms. That now seems more improbable than ever. The country's ruling junta is waging war against an opposition government consisting of multiple ethnic groups. Civilians are caught in the crossfire, and the religious—especially Christians—are convenient targets. Though the brutality of Myanmar's government is not restricted to only Christians, they have endured a heavy share of the violence. In the western state of Chin, the junta military has destroyed over 85 churches by arson, ground artillery, and even air strikes. Please pray for our brothers and sisters in Myanmar, that God would bring courage and swift and just resolution to this conflict.
Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 8-22-23 Eric Patterson outlines some of the latest stories of Christian persecution we're seeing across the globe: Pakistan, Israel, Nigeria, China, Nicaragua... Dr. Tim Murphy helps us understand what's going on with the rapid growth of gender dysphoria in our youth, and shines a light on the medical systems and affirmative communities behind it
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Please join us for the Great Lakes Symposium on Christian Worldview on Thursday, July 27. Sign up to attend live or to join the livestream at ColsonCenter.org/GreatLakes. _____ When I was growing up, Christians had to wrestle with whether or not our convictions could withstand the threat of ridicule. We'd be asked, “Are you willing to be mocked and made fun of by a professor who doesn't believe in God or a friend trying to tempt you into doing something you know is wrong?” About the worst thing to expect from this was what a friend has called “cocktail party pressure” or getting kicked out of the cool kids' clique. To be clear, cocktail party pressure was quite effective, though those days seem quaintly in the past. Increasingly, Christians are hated, fired, or otherwise harassed on account of their principles. Particularly bewildering is that the loudest complaints against believers today are for things considered mainstream until just a few years ago. Just this week, the Alliance Defending Freedom came to the defense of a man in Vermont who was fired after 10 years as a successful snowboarding coach. His crime, as one of ADF's lawyers put it, was “merely expressing his views that males and females are biologically different and questioning the appropriateness of a teenage male competing against teenage females in an athletic competition.” For that, “school district officials unconstitutionally fired him.” Clearly, the district violated coach David Bloch's First Amendment rights and likely, given the legal track record of the Alliance Defending Freedom, he will be vindicated in the end. Still, this is another example of what feels like a new cultural moment in which the question of Christian courage is in the context of even more tangible pressures. This context is at the center of a conversation I will be hosting Thursday, July 27 at the fourth annual Great Lakes Symposium on Christian Worldview in Bay Harbor, Michigan. If you happen to be in the area, there's limited space available to join us in person, or you can sign up to join us via livestream. Either way, there is no charge for this conversation featuring two Christians leading the way into this brave new moment: Kristen Waggoner is CEO, president, and general counsel of the Alliance Defending Freedom, and Jim Daly is president and CEO of Focus on the Family. Both are witness to these increased pressures. For years, Kristen has successfully advanced legal protections and religious liberty by representing courageous Christians such as Jack Phillips and Barronelle Stutzman. Most recently, she represented Lorie Smith of 303 Creative in a landmark victory for free speech at the Supreme Court. However, for her efforts, Kristen has been unfairly attacked and lied about by media outlets, fellow lawyers, and even the Attorney General of Colorado. Last fall, Focus on the Family's grounds were vandalized by activists. Though not the first time, there was something different about this attack. The perpetrators falsely and unfairly blamed Focus for the then-recent murders at a local Colorado Springs gay club. These accusations have been repeated by media outlets and critics as recently as last week. This brave new world of hostility is familiar for our brothers and sisters elsewhere, in places like Nigeria, India, and China. Ours are more experiences of a series of horrible moments, such as earlier this year in Nashville. Christians in the West do not fear for their lives. Even so, something has clearly shifted. Calls to tolerate the views of others are about as 1990s these days as talking about abortion being “safe, legal, and rare.” As we've seen in Nashville, it's a perilously small step from the rhetorical games of wanting to punch “literal Nazis” to literally punching those who dare stray from the cultural narrative. The only way forward for the Christ follower is to commit again to knowing what is true, to commit again to saying and living what is true even if there is a cost, and to say and live what is true in a way that is pleasing to Christ. In other words, faithfulness will involve both the what we believe and the how we'll live it out. I don't know anyone I'd rather have in this conversation than Kristin Waggoner and Jim Daly. Please join us for the Great Lakes Symposium on Christian Worldview on Thursday, July 27. Sign up to attend live or to join the livestream at ColsonCenter.org/GreatLakes. This Breakpoint was co-authored by Dr. Timothy D. Padgett. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
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Register to attend live or join the livestream for the Great Lakes Symposium at colsoncenter.org/greatlakes. _______ In response to a Breakpoint commentary about the murders in Nashville in March, the Colson Center was identified by a critic as being “proudly, if quietly, Dominionist.” To be clear, we aren't, but he was particularly troubled by how the commentary described Christians as victims which, of course, they were. In that commentary, we wondered aloud whether in fact we have entered a new cultural moment, characterized by an increased hostility toward Christians and others who are, shall we say, culturally non-conforming. The strange and shameful reversal of who is victim and who is guilty in the reporting on the Nashville incident has only continued since, and now there are additional incidents to consider as well. On March 29, while speaking on abortion at Virginia Commonwealth University, Kristan Hawkins and a group from Students for Life were confronted, threatened, and assaulted by an obscenity-crying crowd who failed to notice the irony of suppressing free speech by screaming “fascists!” Rather than remove those disrupting the presentation, the campus police removed the pro-lifers. Two days later, on March 31, authorities in Colorado arrested 19-year-old William Whitworth for two counts of attempted murder, in addition to other charges. Whitworth, who goes by the name Lily and was in the process of “transitioning,” was planning a series of bomb and gun attacks on several sites in Colorado Springs, including schools and churches. As with the Nashville shooter who identified as transgender, police have not revealed the “manifesto” that would reveal Whitworth's specific motives. However, there is ample evidence that rhetoric about the so-called “trans genocide” is leading advocates to increasingly violent means to make their point. Then, on April 6, college swimmer Riley Gaines was physically assaulted while giving a speech at San Francisco State University. As she argued against the inclusion of men in women's sports, she was berated, threatened, and blockaded in a room until she paid a ransom. Media accounts employed terms like “allegedly” to cast doubt about what happened, but audio and video recordings were plain. Afterward, rather than condemn the violent and threatening acts, the vice president of student affairs praised activists for “defending diversity and free speech.” Three incidents in nine days are notable, but when placed alongside a host of others in the last few years, a disturbing trend begins to emerge. After examining the data, The Family Research Council concluded that over 400 “acts of hostility” have been committed against churches in the last five years including “vandalism, arson, gun-related incidents, bomb threats, and more.” Of these incidents, 137 occurred between January and September of last year. The headline is not that there are suddenly those who disagree with Christian conviction or similar beliefs. That has always been the case. And frankly, the Christian view of the world hasn't held the dominant cultural position for some time. However, the old-school atheists and secular humanists of yesterday were content enough to let Christians have their say, if for no other reason than to ridicule and deride. To think of something as “outdated,” or “silly,” or “non-scientific” is one thing. To think of it and the one who advances it as “evil,” “oppressive,” and “fascist” is something else. Whereas an older secularist thought of truth as something “out there” to be discovered through study, discussion, and even debate, truth in the contemporary critical mood isn't about what is said but who is saying it. More specifically, it's about where everyone is pre-ranked in an ever-shifting, intersectional hierarchy. Anyone who insists that there are truths of a higher order, particularly truths that establish sexual morality and identity, will become a target of those who are blinded by today's ideologies. Fifty years ago, Francis Schaeffer explained, “No totalitarian authority nor authoritarian state can tolerate those who have an absolute by which to judge that state and its actions.” The refusal to live by lies subverts the required certainty in the new orthodoxy. For the sake of our neighbors, all who believe in the importance of truth must continue to say so. We cannot beat ideological opponents into conformity, and it is sinful to try. We'll have to say what is true, even when there is a cost. We'll have to remind the world of the beautiful legacy of the Judeo-Christian view of humanity and the world. We'll have to hold together truth with love. This is why I've invited Kristen Waggoner, CEO and general counsel of ADF, and Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family, to join me for the Great Lakes Symposium on Christian Worldview on July 27th at 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Go to colsoncenter.org/greatlakes to attend live or join the livestream. This Breakpoint was co-authored by Dr. Timothy D. Padgett. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to colsoncenter.org. Revised from a Breakpoint released on 4.14.23.
As Western Christians take necessary stands against evil in our own cultures, we must also remember the struggles of our brothers and sisters around the world.
For the sake of our neighbors, all who believe in the importance of truth must continue to say so. We cannot beat ideological opponents into conformity, and it is sinful to try. On July 27, I will be hosting a conversation about these things for the 2023 Great Lakes Symposium on Christian Worldview in Bay Harbor, Michigan. I'll be joined by Jim Daly, CEO and president of Focus on the Family and Kristen Waggoner, CEO, president, and general counsel of the Alliance Defending Freedom. Please mark the date, July 27, to either join us live or by livestream.