Faith Facts

• Church leaders emphasize biblical hospitality and compassion toward asylum seekers.
• Scripture commands believers to treat the stranger with love and fairness, reflecting God’s care for us.
• Protests against hostility send a message of Christlike welcome rather than fear and rejection.

Across the UK, faithful leaders are urging Christians to respond to those seeking refuge with the heart of Christ instead of fear or anger.

“When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not oppress the stranger…the stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the citizen among you; you shall love the stranger as yourself, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God.” (Leviticus 19:33-34)

The words of Scripture remind us that compassion for the outsider is a central Christian calling, and Christ himself identified with those seeking safety.

Demonstrating Christlike love in public, even amid disagreement, shows that our nation’s best values are rooted in faith, not driven by fear. Christian witness can inspire hope and remind our communities that the teachings of Jesus on loving our neighbor are as relevant today as ever.

Let us stand firm in our biblical convictions, advocating for both the vulnerable and the truth, so our society may better reflect the love and mercy of Christ.

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Faith Facts

• Christian churches in China historically addressed physical hardship and spiritual needs, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Personal testimonies reveal that faith in Jesus offered hope, healing, and deliverance from suffering and spiritual attacks.
• Modern, urban believers often seek meaning and connection, suggesting the church must adapt to address new spiritual questions.

For decades, traditional Chinese churches have served those facing poverty and hardship, providing communal support and Christ-centered guidance.

Powerful stories, like a woman finding healing after accepting Christ and a young daughter protected from evil spirits, illustrate God’s grace at work for those seeking hope.

“After believing in Jesus, the bad tooth eventually fell out, and the pain stopped. She believed it was God’s grace.”

As China’s society advances, young generations are searching for deeper meaning and belonging, even as their material needs are met.

Many find themselves longing for answers to life’s purpose, exploring different faith communities, and wrestling with emptiness despite outward success.

“He excelled in academics but did not understand the meaning of studying or life itself.”

While the gospel’s timeless truth remains, Chinese Christians face a society where the nature of hardship changes—from physical deprivation to spiritual and existential questions.

New pastoral approaches and church life rooted in Biblical truth, but addressing today’s challenges, are essential to reach urban communities hungry for hope and purpose.

As believers, we are called to lift up the suffering, to offer fellowship, and to proclaim Christ’s love in ways that resonate with both traditional and modern needs.

Let faith, courage, and compassion guide our witness in every season of change. Stay connected and stand with the global Body of Christ in prayer and action.

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Faith Facts

• An Alabama man was arrested after threatening St. Michael’s Abbey in California both in-person and through emails.
• Authorities found weapons in his vehicle, and he referenced biblical language from Revelation during his threats.
• Recent reports show a rise in hostile acts against churches across the United States, with over 400 incidents last year.

Law enforcement detained a suspect who traveled from Alabama to California, issuing disturbing threats to a Catholic community. Weapons such as knives, brass knuckles, and body armor were found in his possession, though no firearms or ammunition were discovered.

He claimed to be the biblical “rider of the pale horse,” alluding to symbolic imagery from the book of Revelation. St. Michael’s Abbey, with its dedicated priests and seminarians, was the target of his unsettling actions.

Tragically, these events come as churches nationwide continue facing increasing hostility, like the recent attack at a Catholic school in Minnesota that claimed innocent lives.

According to the Family Research Council, hostility toward places of worship is on the rise, reflecting a troubling cultural shift away from religious values and church involvement.

Let us stand firm in faith, supporting our churches and communities in prayer while remaining vigilant. Our commitment to protecting religious freedom and Christian values is as important as ever.

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