Wednesday, 01 July 2015 07:04
Lithuania: A fragile Christian presence
Due to a strong Polish influence, Catholicism was politically dominant until the Soviet occupation when all faiths were repressed. Low-level discrimination against evangelical groups exists and religious freedom has facilitated the entry of cults and theological…
Wednesday, 01 July 2015 06:20
Liechtenstein: Evangelism and outreach needed
In Liechtenstein freedom of religion is guaranteed and the Catholic Church is effectively the State Church. The religious diversity breakdown is 69% Catholic, 7% Muslim, 14% Non-Religious, 0.7% Orthodox and 9% Protestant. Let us claim the …
Wednesday, 01 July 2015 06:17
Latvia: Spiritual temperature of Latvia
The churches were harshly persecuted under both the Nazis and the Communists. Religious freedom since 1988 has caused many to return to the Church, but has also opened the door to sects. The post-independence religious bubble…
Wednesday, 01 July 2015 06:14
Kosovo: Prayer needs
Kosovo was declared independent from Serbia in February 2008. Its spiritual future at this time is uncertain. Muslim beliefs play an influential part in the traditions and cultures of the Albanians. There is a need for…
Wednesday, 01 July 2015 06:11
Italy: Pope asks forgiveness for historical persecution
Pope Francis asked forgiveness for the Catholic Church's persecution of members of a small evangelical church in Italy whose leader was excommunicated and followers branded as heretics during the Middle Ages. Francis made the appeal during…
Wednesday, 01 July 2015 06:08
Ireland: Sinn Féin to support budget bill
MLA Martin McGuinness, of Sinn Féin, has stated that his party will support the budget bill. He said the bill will create the space to resolve the difficulties facing the Executive. He said, ‘We need to…