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Egyptian Christian Convert Vows Not to Give Up
Death threats, his familys renunciation of him, and condemnation from most of Egypt have not deterred Christian convert Mohammed Ahmed Hegazy from pursuing his historic case to seek official recognition for his conversion from Islam to Christianity.
Catholics, Protestants Map Out Ethical Conversion Code
Dozens of theologians from a wide range of Christian traditions recently gathered to map a common religious conversion code that would both affirm religious freedom yet dissuade unethical means of conversion.
Huckabee, Brownback Unfazed by Iowa Straw Poll Loss
Republican presidential contenders Mike Huckabee and Sam Brownback downplayed their losses in the Iowa Straw Poll this past weekend, both expressing hope for a stronger show in the future.
Egypt in Uproar Over Christian Convert Case
An unprecedented legal battle involving a Christian convert has sparked national uproar in Egypt with the convert and people involved in the case facing multiple death threats, raids on their homes, and intense interrogation by the government.
Court Rules Against Atheist Group in Church Funding Battle
A federal court ruled Wednesday against a national atheist group that filed a lawsuit against the city of Detroit for pledging to reimburse a church for property improvements.
Christian Zionist Leader Denounces Evangelicals' Pro-Palestinian Letter
A Christian Zionist leader has denounced the recent letter by some of Americas leading evangelicals voicing support for a Palestinian state, criticizing the signers for their appalling ignorance.
Sri Lanka Welcomes First Ecumenical Conflict Research Team
War-torn Sri Lanka welcomed the first of a series of visits around the world by an ecumenical team seeking to learn more about the peacemaking efforts of local churches in conflict-stricken regions.
'Hate Crimes' Fears Run High Before Senate Vote
Opponents of a hate crimes bill are holding steadfast to their arguments against the legislation, citing international cases as a foreshadowing of what may occur in the United States if the Senate passes it next month.
U.S. House Steps Up Pressure with Sudan Divestment Bill
The U.S. House of Representatives passed almost unanimously a bill Tuesday that would authorize and protect states that divest from companies that support the Sudanese government which is accused of fueling the genocide in Darfur.
U.S. Evangelicals Shatter Christian Zionist Misconception
Dozens of prominent evangelicals across the nation voiced support for President Bushs Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts, emphasizing that they support the call for a two-state solution.