Russian Court Approves Lawsuit Against Madonna for Promoting Homosexuality to Minors

Russian Court Approves Lawsuit Against Madonna for Promoting Homosexuality to Minors

During a pre-trial hearing this week in St. Petersburg, Russia, a court ruled that a lawsuit filed against American pop singer Madonna for promoting homosexuality to minors could go forward. The court opined that the suit, filed by groups such as Union of Russian Citizens, the People’s Assembly and the New Great Russia, presented “sufficient evidence” […]

French Socialists Demand ‘Assisted Procreation’ Be Added to Proposed Homosexual ‘Marriage’ Law

French Socialists Demand ‘Assisted Procreation’ Be Added to Proposed Homosexual ‘Marriage’ Law

Socialists in France are demanding that parliament add language to its proposed homosexual marriage legislation legalizing “assisted human procreation.” They state that homosexuals have a right to parent test tube babies just like heterosexual couples that struggle with infertility. “On the issue of rights and freedoms, [we must] ensure that we set an example for […]

Ugandan Parliament Moves to Ban Street Preaching

Ugandan Parliament Moves to Ban Street Preaching

Members of parliament in the South Central African country of Uganda are seeking to ban street preaching in the nation following a motion from a Kawempe North legislator. According to reports, parliament met earlier this month to deliberate the matter. The government officials, known as GP’s, stated that they disliked the preaching, calling it “inflammatory.” […]

Christians Hold to Hope in War-Torn Syria

Christians Hold to Hope in War-Torn Syria

Open Doors USA is reporting that many Christians in Syria are being adversely affected by ongoing war, but are staying strong spiritually by holding tightly to their faith in Christ. “Bombings, missiles, shelling, attacks are happening all over the country and are increasing in Aleppo and Damascus,” those on the ground explain. “But, God’s favor […]

Missions Group Raises Awareness of Plight of Orphans

Missions Group Raises Awareness of Plight of Orphans

A missions organization that focuses on caring for orphans and distressed children is conducting a diaper drive through early November. Mission Network News reports that Dr. Jerry Haag, the president of Florida Baptist Children’s Homes and Orphan’s Heart, is conducting its annual 40 Days for the Fatherless campaign to help raise awareness about the plight […]

Canadian High Court Upholds Pastor’s Right to Oppose Homosexuality, Criticizes ‘Hate Crimes’ Law

Canadian High Court Upholds Pastor’s Right to Oppose Homosexuality, Criticizes ‘Hate Crimes’ Law

In ending a decade-long battle, a high court in Canada has ruled in favor of a local pastor in dismissing an appeal that sought to overturn a lower court decision upholding his right to oppose homosexuality. Pastor Stephen Boissoin had written a letter to the editor of the Red Deer Advocate in 2002, expressing his Biblical […]

Uruguay Senate Approves Bill Permitting Abortion Throughout First Trimester for All Women

Uruguay Senate Approves Bill Permitting Abortion Throughout First Trimester for All Women

The South American country of Uruguay has approved a bill permitting abortion throughout the first trimester, reports state. As previously reported, last month, the House of Representatives passed a measure permitting abortions up to 12 weeks by a single vote of 50-49. Women must be first  screened by a medical doctor, mental health professional and […]