Anugrah Kumar

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  Jan 10, 2024

  Congregation mourns pastor murdered by neighbor

  In North Las Vegas, Nevada, the Grace Point Church community is mourning the tragic loss of Pastor Nick Davi, who was murdered by his neighbor last month. As they prepare for his memorial service scheduled for next week, an expected attendance of 1,000 people reflects the profound impact of his passing.

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  Jan 10, 2024

  Iranian Christian convert, 60, sentenced to 6 years in prison

  Sixty-year-old Christian convert Mina Khajavi has been ordered to commence a six-year prison term in Iran, according to a report that says she was convicted for “acting against national security by promoting ‘Zionist’ Christianity” through her involvement in a house church.

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  Jan 8, 2024

  ISIS claims responsibility for twin bombings in Iran after president blames Israel

  The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the devastating twin blasts near the burial site of Gen. Qasem Soleimani in southern Iran, marking the deadliest attack in the country since its 1979 revolution.

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  Jan 8, 2024

  Indian priest removed from church posts week after joining Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party

  An Orthodox priest in Kerala, a southern state of India, was relieved of his official duties in the church after he chose to join the Bharatiya Janata Party months before the national election. This party is known for its Hindu nationalist ideology, which has been linked to a surge in violence against the Christian minority in India.

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  Jan 7, 2024

  NYC megachurch sued by women turned down for pastor job after Calvin O. Butts’ death

  A landmark lawsuit has been filed against the Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York City for alleged gender discrimination in its selection process for a new senior pastor following the death of Calvin O. Butts III in 2022.

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  Jan 7, 2024

  Christian group launches first-ever religious violence database tracking global persecution

  A database tracking incidents of violent religious persecution worldwide has been launched by Global Christian Relief, a U.S.-based group monitoring Christian persecution. The Violent Incidents Database stands as the first and only events-based global religious freedom dataset of its kind.

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  Jan 7, 2024

  Congregation halts plans to destroy historic NYC church after celebrities object

  Plans to demolish the historic West Park Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, New York, due to its financial struggles have been halted following objections from local residents and celebrities, according to reports.

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  Jan 2, 2024

  Powerful earthquakes kill at least 62, destroy hundreds of homes, buildings in Japan

  Japan is grappling with a devastating series of major earthquakes that have claimed at least 62 lives, injured dozens and led to widespread destruction. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, addressing an emergency disaster meeting, emphasized the urgency of rescuing those affected, particularly those trapped under debris.

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  Jan 1, 2024

  Nicaragua arrests 2 high-ranking Catholic priests with close ties to cardinal

  Nicaraguan authorities have detained two senior Catholic priests, escalating tensions between the state and the Catholic Church.

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  Jan 1, 2024

  New Year's Resolutions: Religious Americans say they want to do this more in 2024

  About 60% of Americans who make New Year’s Resolutions are aiming to increase their engagement in religious activities in 2024, a CBS News/YouGov poll has found. This surge in spiritual commitments ties with the desire to lose weight, ranking seventh among popular resolutions.