Day: August 17, 2026
32 articles
Philip PhiIsrael Declares Taybeh, the Only Entirely Christian Village in the West Bank, a Closed Military Zone to Prevent Settler Attacks
In a recent development, the Israeli military has declared Taybeh, the only entirely Christian village in the occupied West Bank, a closed military zone for non-residents. This decision,...
Israel’s Christians Face Rising Harassment Amid Regional Conflicts, Seek Faith and Allies for Protection
In Israel, Christians, who constitute less than 2% of the population, are experiencing increased harassment amid ongoing regional conflicts. This has led many, like Sister Mayela, a Mexican...
“Rise in Religious Harassment: Jewish Extremists Target Nuns in Jerusalem’s Old City”
In Jerusalem’s Old City, a place revered for its sacred sites shared by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, tensions have escalated, casting a shadow over the historical harmony among...
Former Lubbock Youth Pastor Sentenced to 40 Years for Child Sexual Assault and Bigamy
A former youth pastor in Lubbock, Texas, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison following a guilty plea to two counts of child sexual assault and bigamy....
EU Calls Israel’s Barring of Patriarch from Jerusalem Church a Violation of Religious Freedom
The European Union has expressed significant concern over Israel’s decision to prevent the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Palm Sunday...
Wisconsin Mosque President Detained by ICE Agents; Supporters Claim Targeting Over Israel Criticism
Salah Sarsour, the president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, sparking controversy and accusations of political motivation. Supporters argue that...
New Israeli Policy Threatens Christian Education and Presence in Jerusalem: Church Leaders Warn of Impact on Historic Schools
A recent policy shift in Jerusalem’s education system is causing significant concern, particularly among Christian communities. The Israeli Ministry of Education’s new directive, effective from September 2026, mandates...
“Israel Imposes 40-Day Ban on Muslim and Christian Worship at Jerusalem’s Holy Sites Amid Security Concerns”
In a significant and unprecedented move, the historic alleyways of Jerusalem’s Old City fell into a forced silence last month, marking the first time in over fifty years...
Kankakee Shelter Seeks City Council Approval for Transitional Housing Expansion.
In Kankakee, Illinois, a significant initiative is underway to enhance the services offered by the Gift of God Street Ministries, a program that has been providing emergency shelter...
