Pope Francis Visits Central African Republic

Pope Francis wrapped up his six-day trip to Africa in the war-torn Central Africa Republic on Monday by warning that religious conflicts are spawning civil war, terrorism and suffering throughout the continent. “Together we must say no to hatred, to revenge and to violence, especially violence perpetrated in the name of a religion or of … More Pope Francis Visits Central African Republic

Seven Years’ Restricted Freedom for Discussing Christianity in Kazakhstan

In a case brought by the KNB secret police, Seventh-day Adventist Yklas Kabduakasov was this month sentenced to seven years’ restricted freedom by a court in Kazakhstan’s capital Astana. He was found guilty of spreading “religious discord” by discussing his Christian faith with a group of students who invited him to a flat rented by … More Seven Years’ Restricted Freedom for Discussing Christianity in Kazakhstan

International Religious Freedom Report for 2014 published

The US State Department has released its International Religious Freedom Report for 2014. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom David Saperstein explained the purpose of the report and significant trends it reveals: “In far too many countries people face daunting, alarming, growing challenges on account of their beliefs. In countries where once proud traditions of multi-faith … More International Religious Freedom Report for 2014 published