By Dibin Samuel : Breaking Christian News: World, Business, and More

Reporter : By Dibin Samuel

Church of Pakistan Seeks Prayers as Deadly Flood Toll Passes 1,500

As flood waters continue to wreak havoc in Pakistan, the country’s leading ecumenical church body has called upon the worldwide Christian community to pray for the more than three million people affected and in need of emergency assistance.
WCC Official: Church Growth in China 'Unique and Explosive'

The Church in China is experiencing tremendous growth like never before, says an official with the World Council of Churches (WCC).
Christians Bring Relief as Pakistan Flood Kills Over 1,200

More than a thousand people have been killed by heavy monsoon rains that lashed through Pakistan's north-west region last week.
Report: Religious Intolerance Is the 'New Racism'

According to a leading minority rights organization, religious minorities are facing attack, detention, torture and the repression of their fundamental freedoms on every continent.
Indian Legislator Jailed for Murder, Two Years After Violence

NEW DELHI – One of the main suspects in the 2008 anti-Christian violence in Orissa, India, was been sentenced to seven years in prison for murder.
Christian Council Condemns Maoist Train Attack in India

NEW DELHI – The Bengal Christian Council on Friday condemned the Maoist attack on Mumbai-bound Gyaneswari Express that killed at least 98 people in West Bengal's Midnapore district in India.
Human Rights Group Releases Persecution Shame List

Human rights group International Christian Concern has released its annual top ten list of the world's worst persecutors of Christians.
Evangelical Group ‘Shocked’ Over Legalisation of Homosexuality‎

The Evangelical Fellowship of India (EFI) today expressed shock and sadness over the legalizing of homosexuality by the Delhi High Court in India on Thursday.
USCIRF Disappointed Over Blocked Visit to India

NEW DELHI – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) on Wednesday voiced disappointment over the Indian government's failure to issue visas to its delegation to enter the South Asian country.
Pakistani Christians Face Discrimination at Relief Camps

As Pakistan's army attacks Taliban strongholds in the northwestern Swat valley, more than 360,000 civilians have fled the fighting in just over a week.
Orissa Archbishop Welcomes Upcoming Visit by U.S. Commission

With the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) scheduled for an official visit to India next month, all eyes are set on Orissa.
World Vision Doubles Aid to Sri Lankans; Appeals for Donations

International Christian aid agency World Vision has called for more funds to meet the needs of 200,000 Tamil civilians, 60,000 of whom are child survivors, in Sri Lanka.
Indian Evangelicals Condemn Hate Speech Against Christians

A Bharatiya Janata Party candidate in the eastern state of Orissa in India was arrested Tuesday for alleged hate speech against Christians.
1,130 Christians Reconvert to Hinduism in Mumbai

Over a thousand Christians were reconverted to Hinduism at a ceremonial function in Mumbai
Shutdown Called Off in India to Allow for Peaceful Christmas

Christians in Orissa, India, can cheerfully celebrate Christmas this year. The state government has officially called off the proposed statewide shutdown called by the Sangh Parivar on Dec. 25.
India Leader Assures Christians of Safe Christmas

Unlike 2007, Christians in Orissa, India, might be fortunate to celebrate Christmas this year, after Home Minister P. Chidambaram assured them that the Center would ensure their safety.
Christians Pray, Mourn for Victims of Mumbai Attacks

Throughout the week, Christians in Mumbai, India, have been lighting candles and expressing solidarity with the victims of last week's terrorist attacks.
India Church Leaders Commit to Peace after Mumbai Siege

The Mumbai massacre which left more than 190 people dead finally came to an end on Saturday after Indian Commandos gunned down the remaining three militants at the Taj Mahal hotel.
Church Leaders Condemn Mumbai Attacks

Church leaders, including the Archbishop of Canterbury, have condemned the deadly terrorist attacks on India's financial capital, Mumbai.