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Violent secular activism is moving from culture war rhetoric to physical intimidation, exposing a growing hostility toward faithful churches and raising urgent questions about religious liberty.

‘Hate’ is an imprecise term with a range of meanings in different contexts, and its presence is perceived differently by different people. It may be useful as a shorthand in public debate but not as a term on which criminal liability depends.

Senior Coalition and crossbench figures revolt against Labor’s “hate speech” bill, warning vague, unnecessary laws threaten free speech, constitutional rights, and religious liberty.

While the world proclaims “never again,” Christian persecution is ignored. This article exposes the ideological silence surrounding global anti-Christian violence, a veritable genocide — and calls the church to remember, speak, and remain faithful.

As Australia confronts antisemitism, overreaching state responses risk eroding free speech, religious liberty, and association—freedoms historically forged together and essential to minority protection.

In his 2026 “State of the World” address, Pope Leo XIV condemns abortion, war fever and woke ideology, mounting a robust defence of conscience, free speech, religious liberty and the family.

Coptic Solidarity (CS) is formally petitioning the Australian government to help free Said Mansour Abdelrazek (Rezk) from an Egyptian prison.

A 2025 ACN report warns Australia is sliding toward religious freedom concern, citing government overreach, speech restrictions, lawfare, and rising antisemitism despite an overall cautiously positive outlook.

When Christians join political parties, media hysteria predictably follows — as seen in The Australian's recent claims about a pro-life "takeover plot" of the LNP. Yet isn't grassroots participation the very foundation of democracy?

Maduro’s capture shakes Latin America, exposing socialist repression, narco-terrorism, and systematic violations of religious freedom—while renewing hope that a free, faith-respecting Venezuela may finally emerge.

As 2025 draws to a close, read this short reflection on how the Lord used the Canberra Declaration. Thank you for your faithful prayers, support and partnership this year.

Pope Leo XIV has issued a sharp rebuke to JB Pritzker for signing Illinois' assisted suicide bill, revealing he had personally urged the governor to reject it.

Indigenous Friends of Israel has issued a press release calling for a Royal Commission into the Bondi massacre and the escalation of antisemitism in Australia.

From Christmas to Calvary, two modern Catholic witnesses—Ukraine's Sviatoslav Shevchuk and Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai—endure suffering with hope, showing how the Via Crucis leads ultimately to the Via Lucis.

Hundreds of Chinese Christians face Christmas behind bars as the CCP launches mass church raids, arrests believers, and intensifies a long-running campaign to crush faith under state control.

Churches across Australia and New Zealand lit up red in record numbers for Red November, standing in prayerful solidarity with persecuted Christians and reminding believers that when one suffers, all suffer.

Bibles are now contraband in Nicaragua. The country’s ruling Sandinista Socialists appear to have aligned with North Korea’s similar rule, which bans tourists from bringing Bibles into the country.

The Bondi Beach massacre during Chanukkah left Jewish families grieving and communities in shock. Give now to demonstrate the love of the Messiah, Yeshua, and provide direct support to those affected.

The Bondi massacre is already being exploited by the Albanese government to silence discussion of the real problems facing Australia.

There will be an official public memorial service on today, Wednesday 17th at 7:15 pm on the forecourt in front of St Mary's Cathedral. The Prime Minister and Premier will be speaking, as will Archbishop Fisher and Rabbi Elton, accompanied by many senior faith leaders.