Tag: Attacks on Christians

The ecumenical Christian forum said it “condemns with great sorrow and deep concern” the “atrocious attack.” 

Christians faced a "threat to life" for practicing their faith in 19 out of 28 states, according to the United Christian Forum (UCF)

In a telegram delivered by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, Pope Francis expressed his deep sorrow and offered condolences

The two attacks struck on Sunday in different regions of the junta-ruled country caught for several years in a spiral of jihadist violence

The recent controversy centers around St. Gerosa English School, managed by the Sisters of Maria Bambina in Mangalore, Karnataka

The blast occurred during the celebration of the Holy Mass in Dimaporo Gymnasium in Mindanao State University on the First Sunday of Advent

Despite their small numbers, Christians are often the target of attacks and even laws which aim to hinder their evangelization work

Pastor Jerome Fernando ignited a storm of controversy in Sri Lanka with derogatory statements targeting Buddha and other religions

The May 12 letter begins with the forum members expressing shock and distress at the recent violence in Manipur

The government earlier denied that persecution of Christians has taken place, and alleged that the petition relied on baseless and unverified reports