The rule that two witnesses are needed refers to ecclesiastical governance only, and has nothing to do with the organization’s interaction with secular authorities.
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The England-Wales Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse and the Jehovah’s Witnesses
The report is better than others, and acknowledges improvements in the Witnesses’ child-protection policies, but is often misinterpreted by the media.
Rastafarians: South Africa “Private Marijuana” Bill Fails to Cover Religious Use
They are joined by other groups protesting because, while liberalizing at-home consumption, the new law would keep criminalizing use in sacred ceremonies.
Protestant Church Set on Fire in France
Unknown vandals attacked a temple in Behren-lès-Forbach, in the French region of Moselle.
Khipro, Pakistan Hindu Temple Vandalized
To offend Pakistan Hindus even more deeply, the attack against the temple in Khipro was carried out in the day celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna.
Statue of First Sikh Maharaja Vandalized in Pakistan
The attack on the memorial of Maharaja Ranjit Singh at the Lahore Fort generated widespread emotion in Pakistan and India.
French Law on Separatism: “Yes, But” Says Constitutional Council
French Law on Separatism: the Constitutional Council declares one provision unconstitutional, asks to apply others with moderation.
U.S.: Performing Abortion, Gender Transitions Not Mandatory for Christian Doctors
A Texas federal district court permanently enjoined enforcing anti-discrimination provisions to compel health care providers to act against their conscience.
International Religious Freedom Summit’s Aftermath: Battle Over Ukraine
Metropolitan Hilarion of the Russian Orthodox Church and Archbishop Elpidophoros of the Ecumenical Patriarchate continue to present opposite views.
Missouri: Bologna Sandwiches Not Protected by Religious Liberty
New Life Evangelical Center loses cases where it challenged the prohibition to distribute the popular baloney sandwich to the homeless without a food permit.