Jordan’s Church leaders back bill expanding legal options for Christians

Church leaders in Jordan have expressed support for a 2026 bill that would expand legal options for Christians in the country. The Council of Heads of Churches in Jordan welcomed the Cabinet's approval of the bill, which amends the Christian Denominations Councils Law.

The proposed changes have been referred to Parliament to complete the constitutional process. Once passed, the law is expected to allow Christians to manage various personal status matters through their own church laws, including marriage and divorce.