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Thursday, 19 February 2026

Federal Lawsuit Challenges Colorado’s Blaine Amendment Over Religious School Funding

Two education groups have filed a federal lawsuit challenging a provision in Colorado’s constitution that bars public funds from going to religious schools.

Episcopal Relief & Development Awarded $8M Grant to Combat Violence Against Women in Africa
An Episcopal-affiliated humanitarian organization has secured an $8 million grant to expand its work combating violence against women and girls in remote African communities.
Evangelicals Launch Major Gospel Outreach at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
As the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics unfold across Italy, hundreds of Evangelicals are taking part in a coordinated evangelistic effort.
Ancient Jerusalem ‘Pilgrim’s Path’ Linking Pool of Siloam to Temple Mount Opens to Visitors
A 2,000-year-old roadway believed to date to the time of Jesus has officially been opened to the public, allowing visitors to walk a historic route that once connected the Pool of Siloam to the Temple Mount.

“You Can’t Save Yourself”: Graham Preaches as Hundreds Commit to Christ in Argentina

“You Can’t Save Yourself”: Graham Preaches as Hundreds Commit to Christ in Argentina

An evangelistic rally led by Franklin Graham drew large crowds to Ushuaia, Argentina, where hundreds made professions of faith during a two-day arena event organized in partnership with local congregations. The outreach, called Esperanza Ushuaia, was hosted by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

India’s Supreme Court to Review Anti-Conversion Laws in 12 States Amid Christian Legal Challenge
India’s Supreme Court has initiated a major constitutional examination of anti-conversion statutes enforced in 12 states, following a broad legal challenge brought by Christian organizations that argue the laws have been used to target religious minorities. A bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued formal notices.
Watchdog Says At Least 19 Christians Killed in Iran Protest Crackdown
At least 19 Christians have been killed amid Iran’s violent suppression of anti-government demonstrations, according to a religious freedom watchdog that says the confirmed death toll increased after two additional Christian converts were fatally shot last month. Article 18, a U.K.-based organization, identified the two latest victims.
Heritage Report Proposes Church-Led ‘Marriage Bootcamps’
A new policy report suggests that local churches could partner with government-supported initiatives to host marriage “bootcamps” aimed at helping cohabiting couples with children formalize their relationships through marriage, offering participants a potential financial incentive of up to $5,000. The proposal appears in a report released by the Heritage Foundation.

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