• Chinese Gov't Arrests Vatican-Appointed Bishop for Refusing to Submit to State Control

  In an effort to curb the influence of Christianity, China's Communist Party arrested the Vatican-appointed coadjutor bishop of Wenzhou, Msgr. Peter Shao Zhumin because he was not approved by Chinese officials.

  

• Oregon Sweet Cakes by Melissa File New Appeal, Continues Fight against Violations of Their Religious Freedom

  Aaron and Melissa Klein, the Christian bakers who lost their business after refusing to make a cake for a same-sex wedding, filed new documents Thursday with the Oregon Court of Appeals, hitting back at the lesbian couple's arguments that the Kleins were obligated to violate their religious beliefs in providing them service.

  

• Billy Graham: What Should Parents Do About Shows that Mock Christianity?

  Instead of simply complaining about television shows they find offensive, Rev. Billy Graham has encouraged Christians to "make their voices heard" by contacting TV networks and expressing their beliefs.

  

• Russell Wilson, Benjamin Watson Reveal Why They Won't Join Colin Kaepernick in Sitting for National Anthem

  Christian NFL stars Russell Wilson and Benjamin Watson have weighed in on Colin Kaepernick's decision to not stand during the National Anthem, explaining that while they understand his perspective, they will not be joining him in protesting the nation's flag.

  

• Chinese Government Uses Harassment, Raids To Force Guangdong House Church Closure

  Following harassment from local police and ongoing raids, a landlord in China's southern Guangdong province was forced to terminate his contract with a house church.