California Pastor Greg Laurie: “God Has Placed Trump in Power for Such a Time as This” November 15, 2024 Prominent California pastor Greg Laurie, of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, has made headlines by declaring his belief that President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory was divinely orchestrated for “such a time as this.” Laurie shared his […]
Tag: Religious Freedom
November 15, 2024 In the wake of his re-election, President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his administration’s strong stance on combating antisemitism and advancing peace in the Middle East. Trump’s policies during his first term, including adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and brokering the Abraham Accords, have laid the groundwork […]
The IIRF with the Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University and Canopy Forum are hosting a virtual symposium, Masking Religious Freedom Violations on November 20th at 10am to 12pm EST (15:00 UTC). This symposium will explore the complex and multifaceted nature of religious discrimination, moving beyond traditional analyses and narrow definitions to incorporate perspectives from political […]
With Donald Trump poised to begin his second term, many evangelical leaders are expressing high hopes for new policies that advance religious freedom, family values, and peace in foreign affairs. Pastor Robert Jeffress, a prominent Southern Baptist leader and longtime supporter of Trump, voiced optimism about the recent election results, saying, “Our people were elated, […]
Washington, D.C. — The Religious Freedom Institute (RFI) honored Dr. Thomas Farr with its prestigious “Defender of Religious Freedom Award” on Monday, recognizing his lifelong commitment to promoting religious liberty. A devout Catholic and former Army officer, Farr has had a distinguished career that spans public service, academia, and advocacy, all united by his belief […]
As members, friends, and observers of the IRFBA – Article 18 Alliance, we honor and recognize the positive contribution of members of the Muslim faith to the culture, values, security, and prosperity of states. We strongly condemn any persecution or discrimination based on religion or belief, including the freedom not to hold a religion, all […]
Jakarta, Indonesia – A recent summit in Jakarta has brought renewed hope for religious freedom in Southeast Asia. The International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) and the ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) met in August to address the challenges faced by religious minorities in the region. The gathering resulted […]
In a recent article titled With Trump’s Win, “Ordinary” Americans Declared Independence from the Elites, Kevin D. Roberts, PhD, explores the resurgence of faith-based participation, religious freedom, and liberty in the United States, as well as the goals of the conservative movement following Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Roberts emphasizes that this victory […]
Trump’s Return to Office Brings Renewed Hope for Faith Office Revival Following his historic reelection victory, Donald Trump is set to assume the presidency once again in January 2025. With this, many supporters eagerly anticipate the reestablishment of the White House Faith and Opportunity Initiative, commonly known as the “Faith Office.” This office, initially launched […]
Elon Musk, known as a visionary tech entrepreneur and an outspoken advocate of free expression, has often shared his belief in freedom of speech and his appreciation for various religious teachings, particularly those from Christianity. His alignment with core Christian values like compassion, forgiveness, and humility has influenced both his personal and public stances, making […]