CHARLOTTE, NC— Following the historically devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying crisis-trained chaplains to multiple areas across the southeastern United States. A Category 4 storm, Helene slammed into Florida on Thursday night before moving into Georgia, the Carolinas, and beyond. As of this time, the BG-RRT deployments… Continue reading Hurricane Helene: Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Multiple Locations Throughout the Southeastern United States
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Hurricane Helene: Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Multiple Locations Across the Southeastern United States
CHARLOTTE, NC — Following the historically devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying crisis-trained chaplains to multiple areas across the southeastern United States. A Category 4 storm, Helene slammed into Florida on Thursday night before moving into Georgia, the Carolinas, and beyond. As of this time, the BG-RRT… Continue reading Hurricane Helene: Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Multiple Locations Across the Southeastern United States
Luis Palau Association Joins Groundwire to Help Expand Strategic Internet Evangelism Initiative to Reach Millions of Young People Across the United States
PORTLAND, OR — In its ongoing effort to reach the younger generation in the United States, the Oregon-based Luis Palau Association announced a new partnership with Groundwire, an evangelistic organization based in Colorado. Building on each organizations core strengths, this partnership is committed to engaging millions of people annually through thought-provoking videos on social media,… Continue reading Luis Palau Association Joins Groundwire to Help Expand Strategic Internet Evangelism Initiative to Reach Millions of Young People Across the United States
Guatemala Follows United States in Declaring Jerusalem the Capital of Israel
On Christmas Eve, Guatemala’s president announced they will follow the United States in declaring Jerusalem the capital of Israel and moving their embassy to Jerusalem. There is some speculation that Guatemala will be the first country to move their embassy. Guatemala refuted these speculations, saying they will follow the lead of the United States. Per… Continue reading Guatemala Follows United States in Declaring Jerusalem the Capital of Israel
City Serve ‘Faiths United’ Tour in August to Feature Israeli Heroes Who Fought Off Hamas Terrorists
BAKERSFIELD, CA — CityServe International is pleased to announce the upcoming “Faiths United: Standing Up for Israel Tour” which includes two visits to U.S. churches on August 4 and August 11 in Tennessee and Alabama. “Faiths United” will feature Dr. Gepner, whose heroic account of fighting off Hamas in the village of Ein Habesor on… Continue reading City Serve ‘Faiths United’ Tour in August to Feature Israeli Heroes Who Fought Off Hamas Terrorists
Missionary Statesman KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan) Enters Eternity
WILLS POINT, TEXAS— K.P. Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan), founder and director of GFA World and Metropolitan of Believers Eastern Church, departed in the presence of God on May 8, 2024. He was a missionary statesman with an undying call to share the love of Christ with this world and to inspire others to follow in his… Continue reading Missionary Statesman KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan) Enters Eternity
Making Sense of Myanmar – The Chin, Kachin, Shan, and Wa States
YANGON – Myanmar, formerly Burma, may best be described a line from Rogers and Hammerstein’s “The King and I” in which the king exclaims, “It’s a puzzlement.” In a recent article, we related the story of a Christian pastor in a small village in the Chin state in northwest Myanmar. The gist of the story… Continue reading Making Sense of Myanmar – The Chin, Kachin, Shan, and Wa States
United Bible Societies Reports on Worldwide Bible Distribution
SWINDON, UK – The United Bible Societies (UBS) released a report on the 2017 aggregate Bible distribution results of the 200 Bible Societies working together in more than 200 countries and territories around the globe. United Bible Societies claims to be “the largest translator and distribution of Scripture on the planet,” providing approximately 70% of… Continue reading United Bible Societies Reports on Worldwide Bible Distribution
18 States Increase Minimum Wage for 2018
Nearly 80 million people in the U.S. workforce are paid on an hourly basis. About 700,000 who are currently paid the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour will be getting an increase as 18 states raise their minimum wage effective January 1, 2018. Minimum Wage Increase The federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 since… Continue reading 18 States Increase Minimum Wage for 2018
United Nations Investigates Rohingya Treatment
The United Nations is doing an investigation to see whether the treatment of the Rohingya amounts to human rights violations. Per CNN, “Tens of thousands of members of Myanmar’s Muslim minority have left in this fashion, and their treatment may amount to ‘crimes against humanity,’ warns UN Special Rapporteur Yanghee Lee.” About 70,000 people have… Continue reading United Nations Investigates Rohingya Treatment
Children Refugees Transferred from Calais to United Kingdom
Photo by James Gordon Last October, Calais in France, a refugee camp started transferring children from ages 14 to 17. There was some dispute over the ages of these supposed children. The Telegraph reports, “The Home Office insisted it had ‘verified’ the ages of all the refugees and that all of those who were brought… Continue reading Children Refugees Transferred from Calais to United Kingdom
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Washington, D.C., After Plane Crash
WASHINGTON — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) has deployed crisis-trained chaplains to Washington, D.C., following the collision of American Airlines flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River. Federal and local officials indicated that all people aboard both aircraft are presumed to have perished in the crash. “The… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Washington, D.C., After Plane Crash
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Los Angeles Area Where Multiple Wildfires Have Burned More than 35,000 Acres
LOS ANGELES — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying crisis-trained chaplains to the Los Angeles area where multiple wildfires have been raging – the largest being the Palisades Fire – amid Santa Ana winds. More than 35,000 acres have already burned with more than 180,000 people under evacuation orders across the region.… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Los Angeles Area Where Multiple Wildfires Have Burned More than 35,000 Acres
Canadian Prayer Centre Becomes Vital Lifeline for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims
BURLINGTON, ON — As devastating wildfires ravage Los Angeles County, a Canadian ministry has emerged as an unexpected source of hope and support for thousands of affected Americans. The Crossroads Prayer Centre, based in Burlington, Ontario, has been flooded with calls from California residents seeking spiritual support during what has become the most destructive fire… Continue reading Canadian Prayer Centre Becomes Vital Lifeline for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims
Statement from New Birth Missionary Baptist Church Senior Pastor Dr. Jamal Bryant Regarding the Passing of President Jimmy Carter
STONECREST, GA — President Jimmy Carter leaves an amazing legacy of principled leadership, profound humility and dynamic service to humankind. A former state Senator, Governor of Georgia, as well as President of the United States, perhaps his greatest contributions came as a citizen and all he accomplished in his distinguished post-presidency. A warrior for civil… Continue reading Statement from New Birth Missionary Baptist Church Senior Pastor Dr. Jamal Bryant Regarding the Passing of President Jimmy Carter
Habitat for Humanity Mourns the Death of Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
ATLANTA— Habitat for Humanity joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. A champion for affordable and decent housing, he and Rosalynn Carter donated their time and leadership each year to build and improve homes with Habitat around the world. President Carter died peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at his home… Continue reading Habitat for Humanity Mourns the Death of Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
One Day, One Film, One Message for The Entire World
SAN DIEGO, CA — In the mad dash between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day it can be easy to forget why we pause to celebrate this “most special time of year.” The shopping, the parties, the presents, the work—it all goes toward making the holiday season the “most wonderful time of year.” But in those hectic… Continue reading One Day, One Film, One Message for The Entire World
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Madison, Wisconsin, After Shooting at Abundant Life Christian School
MADISON, WI — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying to Madison, Wisconsin, following a school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School that claimed the lives of two victims and injured several others. Madison Police Department Chief Shon Barnes also reported that the shooter was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Madison, Wisconsin, After Shooting at Abundant Life Christian School
Transformation Witnessed in Africa by Time to Revive Just Might Be the Solution to America’s Problems
ELKHART, IN — A corporate plea is going out to the Church in America in a season of disunity and political unrest to gather January 9-12th in Elkhart, IN. The body of Christ is uniting from all 50 states with one goal: to prepare for a nationwide call of repentance that leads to a national… Continue reading Transformation Witnessed in Africa by Time to Revive Just Might Be the Solution to America’s Problems
Did You Know Christmas Is Just the Beginning?
SAN DIEGO — While only one-third of the world’s population celebrates Christmas, hope and joy are universal desires, and Dr. Jeremiah, founder and host of Turning Point Ministries, wants to share how hope and joy can be found not just at Christmas time but all year round. “At Christmas, more people are open to the… Continue reading Did You Know Christmas Is Just the Beginning?
One Day, One Film, One Message for the Entire World
SAN DIEGO, CA — This Christmas season, Dr. David Jeremiah, founder and host of Turning Point Ministries, wants to reach the world with the hope of the Christmas story. On Saturday, December 14, Turning Point Studios, the production company for Dr. Jeremiah’s Turning Point Ministries, is hosting Reach the World Day, an evangelistic outreach featuring… Continue reading One Day, One Film, One Message for the Entire World
RevelationMedia Launches Campaign to Share ‘The Real Story of Christmas’
RICHARDSON, TX — RevelationMedia, which produces, licenses, translates and distributes engaging Bible-based media, offers the opportunity to share The Real Story of Christmas this holiday season. The Real Story of Christmas is an 11-minute film depicting the Biblical story of Jesus’ birth. Intended as an evangelistic tool, the film is available in the top languages… Continue reading RevelationMedia Launches Campaign to Share ‘The Real Story of Christmas’
Global Church Network Launches 22 Ministry Training Hubs Spanning 60 Million Square Miles Across Oceania
MELBOURNE, FL — Pastors and ministry leaders from across 22 Pacific Island nations converged in Fiji October 8-10, 2024, for the FINISH Oceania Summit, where they collaboratively developed missional strategies for leadership development, evangelism, discipleship, church planting and strategic networking. Convened by the Global Church Network (GCN) in synergistic partnership with Dr. Suliasi Kurulo, founder… Continue reading Global Church Network Launches 22 Ministry Training Hubs Spanning 60 Million Square Miles Across Oceania
This Giving Tuesday & Colorado Gives Day, Empower Women to Choose Motherhood Through Save the Storks
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — With 31%* of regions in the United States labeled “maternity healthcare deserts,” Save the Storks is coming alongside women to provide equal access to motherhood. The non-profit’s mission to create a story of hope and empowerment for every woman is possible through four key areas of impact: Mobile Medical Clinics that reach women… Continue reading This Giving Tuesday & Colorado Gives Day, Empower Women to Choose Motherhood Through Save the Storks
Love Zambia Campaign Reaches More than 730,000 People
ZAMBIA — The Love Zambia Campaign has reached more than 730,000 Zambians over a period of 5 months. Through the Luis Palau Association’s Global Network of Evangelists, volunteers from more than 25 countries ministered in villages and cities across the nation, culminating in a 3-day festival in Zambia’s capital, Lusaka. Mark Roughton reports. The Love… Continue reading Love Zambia Campaign Reaches More than 730,000 People
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Oklahoma City Region Following Multiple Tornadoes
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying crisis-trained chaplains to the Oklahoma City region after an ongoing series of violent storms spawned multiple tornadoes. Many homes have been impacted, and tens of thousands were left without power. “Our prayers are with the people of Oklahoma who have been devastated by… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Oklahoma City Region Following Multiple Tornadoes
Pepperdine and RFI Announce Partnership to Advance Religious Freedom Globally
WASHINGTON — Pepperdine University and the Religious Freedom Institute (RFI) are pleased to announce a new partnership, grounded in our shared commitment to defend and advance religious freedom in the United States and around the world. David Trimble, President of RFI, and Danny DeWalt, Vice President and Chief of Staff of Pepperdine University, signed a… Continue reading Pepperdine and RFI Announce Partnership to Advance Religious Freedom Globally
Global Church Network Celebrates Opening of 200th Hub for Worldwide Evangelism Training
ORLANDO — With a mission to finalize the Great Commission by 2030, Global Church Network (GCN) has set a goal of establishing 800 leadership training hubs worldwide in order to mobilize one million new ministers at a time when there is a global shortage of pastors. With the grand opening of Hubs in both the… Continue reading Global Church Network Celebrates Opening of 200th Hub for Worldwide Evangelism Training
CityServe Rushes Aid to Areas Affected by Hurricane Milton
WASHINGTON, DC — Just two weeks after Hurricane Helene made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast, communities across the state faced another devastating storm. But once again, CityServe is ready to respond. Even before Hurricane Milton hit Siesta Key on Florida’s west coast, CityServe mobilized both of their Florida hubs to get emergency supplies to residents… Continue reading CityServe Rushes Aid to Areas Affected by Hurricane Milton
NRB President & CEO Statement on Hurricane Helene
WASHINGTON, DC — Troy A. Miller, president & CEO of the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), has issued a statement on the impact of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Virginia. The following statement is attributable to NRB president & CEO Troy A. Miller: “We are praying for all those destabilized… Continue reading NRB President & CEO Statement on Hurricane Helene
NRB Members Experiencing Loss, Recovery in Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
WASHINGTON, DC— Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, devastated parts of the southeastern United States last week, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Powerful winds and torrential rains inflicted widespread flooding, power outages, and property damage. The hurricane impacted millions across multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.… Continue reading NRB Members Experiencing Loss, Recovery in Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Northern California Following the Park Fire
COHASSET, CA — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying to Northern California following the extensive impact of the Park Fire in Butte and Tehama counties. The fire, which is now 99% contained, burned approximately 430,000 acres, claiming more than 250 homes. “So many have lost so much due to this tragic fire.… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Northern California Following the Park Fire
Heartbeat Festival in Romania
CLUJ-NAPOCA, ROMANIA — The “HeartBeats” Festival, now in its 3rd year, took place in Cluj-Napoca in Romania at the House of Culture of Students. Christian music bands from all over the country, but also from Africa, the United States and Israel took to the stage. The festival created a context in which hundreds of young… Continue reading Heartbeat Festival in Romania
Chick-fil-A Shared Table Food Donation Program Surpasses 30 Million Meals Created As Local Owner-Operators Partner with 1,200+ Nonprofits Across the U.S. and Canada
ATLANTA —Chick-fil-A, Inc. announced that the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® food donation program has provided over 30 million meals to local communities in need across the United States and Canada, while also helping the company surpass its 2025 corporate social responsibility goal to divert 25 million pounds of food waste from landfills one year ahead of… Continue reading Chick-fil-A Shared Table Food Donation Program Surpasses 30 Million Meals Created As Local Owner-Operators Partner with 1,200+ Nonprofits Across the U.S. and Canada
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Winder, Georgia, After Mass Shooting at Apalachee High School
CHARLOTTE, NC — Crisis-trained chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) are deploying to Winder, Georgia, approximately 40 minutes northeast of Atlanta, following a mass shooting at Apalachee High School. At this time, news reports indicate that four people have been killed, with several more injured. The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office reported that… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Winder, Georgia, After Mass Shooting at Apalachee High School
NHCLC Announces Groundbreaking Mental Health Initiative to Support Latino Leaders
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is proud to announce a groundbreaking milestone in American religious history with the launch of its pioneering Mental Health Initiative (MHI). Set to take place on September 10 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Bible Society in Philadelphia, this initiative marks the… Continue reading NHCLC Announces Groundbreaking Mental Health Initiative to Support Latino Leaders
Global Church Network Announces Partnership with Assemblies of God USA to Equip Future Ministers
ORLANDO, FL —The Executive Presbytery of the Assemblies of God USA has approved Global Church Divinity School (GCDS), an early pioneer in online divinity studies and ministry preparation, as a Church-Based Bible Institute for training future Assemblies of God (AG) ministers. Part of the Global Church Network (GCN), the largest pastors network in the world,… Continue reading Global Church Network Announces Partnership with Assemblies of God USA to Equip Future Ministers
Refuge Widowers Joins with Send Relief to Support Widowers Nationwide
ALPHARETTA, GA — Refuge Widowers, a ministry dedicated to guiding widowers through gospel-centered community, announces a collaboration with Send Relief, the compassion ministry arm of the North American Mission Board (NAMB). This alliance will provide support for widowers across the nation. Founded by a team of widowers and pastors in 2020, Refuge Widowers has been… Continue reading Refuge Widowers Joins with Send Relief to Support Widowers Nationwide
Building a Church For Remote Alaskan Island
MEKORYUK, ALASKA —Samaritan’s Purse is building a new church for the Alaskan village of Mekoryuk on remote Nunivak Island, Alaska. Franklin Graham – President and CEO, Samaritan’s Purse: We’re in Mekoryuk, Nunivak Island. This is out in the Bering Sea off the western coast of Alaska. Very poor community. And Samaritan’s Purse, every year we… Continue reading Building a Church For Remote Alaskan Island
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to Host “Summit De Evangelismo” for Hispanic Church Leaders
DENVER —The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) will train and encourage Hispanic pastors and church leaders at the “Summit de Evangelismo” (Evangelism Summit) in Denver on Aug. 3, 2024. This will be the first Hispanic-focused event hosted by the BGEA in Colorado. The Summit will feature a variety of teachers and speakers who will explore… Continue reading The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to Host “Summit De Evangelismo” for Hispanic Church Leaders
Franklin Graham Preaches in Glasgow, Scotland, Also Announces Creation of The Billy Graham Defense Fund to Support Religious Freedom in The UK
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND — Franklin Graham preached in Glasgow tonight where a crowd of 7,560 people filled the OVO Hydro for the God Loves You Tour UK. “Maybe you’re here tonight and you’re wanting to know, who is Jesus?” Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse, told the… Continue reading Franklin Graham Preaches in Glasgow, Scotland, Also Announces Creation of The Billy Graham Defense Fund to Support Religious Freedom in The UK
NRB Welcomes Fifteen New Members
WASHINGTON, DC— The National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), the world’s largest association of Christian communicators, is pleased to announce the addition of 15 organizations and individuals as NRB members in the second quarter of 2024. “We are delighted to welcome these fifteen new members into the NRB family,” said President & CEO Troy A. Miller. “There’s… Continue reading NRB Welcomes Fifteen New Members
American Leprosy Missions Names Agency of Record as The Lukens Company
ARLINGTON, VA — The Lukens Company (TLC) has been selected as the agency of record for American Leprosy Missions (ALM), the largest Christian organization in the United States dedicated to dedicated to breaking barriers to health and renewing hope for people suffering from the pain and stigma of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) like leprosy. ALM… Continue reading American Leprosy Missions Names Agency of Record as The Lukens Company
Helping Vulnerable Children in South America’s Dangerous Migration Route
SOUTH AMERICA— Despite the dangers of the Darién jungle, it has become a popular route for migrants from Central and South America seeking to reach the United States. Among the numerous challenges faced by walkers are exposure to diseases, injuries, violence, extortion, forced recruitment, and more.Christian charity World Vision is helping the most vulnerable passing… Continue reading Helping Vulnerable Children in South America’s Dangerous Migration Route
New Research Shows Substantial Impact on Participants in Compassion Programs
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Surrounding International Children’s Day in June, Compassion International, a leading child development organization, announced the release of a new study showing the positive impacts on alumni who have participated in Compassion programs in partnership with local churches. The pilot research project titled “100 and 1 Alumni: Long-Term Impact and Ripple Effect,”… Continue reading New Research Shows Substantial Impact on Participants in Compassion Programs
Andrew Palau Returned to Jamaica, Where He Accepted Christ, to Lead Evangelistic Festival
JAMAICA —At 27 years old, being the rebellious son of one of the world’s most well-known evangelists, Andrew Palau never thought that 31 years later he would return to Jamaica, where he accepted Christ, to lead his own evangelistic festival. 31 Years After Accepting Christ as the Rebellious Son of a Preacher Thanks to His… Continue reading Andrew Palau Returned to Jamaica, Where He Accepted Christ, to Lead Evangelistic Festival
25 Speakers from 15 Countries Announced for May 2025 European Congress on Evangelism
BERLIN — In exactly one year, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s European Congress on Evangelism will take place in Berlin. “When my father, Billy Graham, was near the end of his life, he was asked what he thought his greatest accomplishment had been. He instantly said it was ‘the conferences,’ meaning the five congresses that… Continue reading 25 Speakers from 15 Countries Announced for May 2025 European Congress on Evangelism
Moises’ Story: The Love of a Family in El Salvador
EL SALVADOR — Moises Groezinger shares how his life was transformed when he received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift as an orphan in El Salvador. Moises Groezinger: My name is Moises Groezinger. I’m from El Salvador. I’m a volunteer firefighter. I don’t know much about my country because I was raised in an orphanage.… Continue reading Moises’ Story: The Love of a Family in El Salvador
Franklin Graham to Share Message of God’s Love in Glasgow During UK Tour
CHARLOTTE, NC — Revd Franklin Graham and Christians from over 320 churches across Scotland are working together to bring the God Loves You Tour to the OVO Hydro in Glasgow next month. These family-friendly events will feature live music and a message of hope, and they are free and open to all. “This will be… Continue reading Franklin Graham to Share Message of God’s Love in Glasgow During UK Tour
KP Yohannan Update: Laid to Rest in Kerala, India
WILLS POINT, TX — The final services for K.P. Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan), GFA World founder and Metropolitan of Believers Eastern Church, were a bittersweet time for friends, family, fellow servants of Christ, and what seemed like much of the world. After his tragic death in the United States, K.P. Yohannan’s mortal remains were transported to… Continue reading KP Yohannan Update: Laid to Rest in Kerala, India