WILLS POINT, TX – Forty years ago, the Lord called Dr. K.P. Yohannan and his wife, Gisela, to step out in faith to see the people of Asia understand and embrace the love of Christ. The young couple understood “the why” because Dr. Yohannan was a native of India. They understood “the how” as well… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Reveals the Secrets Behind the Success of ‘Revolution in World Missions’
Results for "World Missions"
We found 3145 results for your search.
Digital Technology The Next Revolution in World Missions
WILLS POINT – When K.P. Yohannan originally published the now classic Revolution in World Missions, he discussed the coming change that would radically transform the established norms of missionary work. Missionaries would no longer be sent out to foreign countries where they had to learn a new language and live in cultures they did not… Continue reading Digital Technology The Next Revolution in World Missions
KP Yohannan: The Gentle Man Who Shook the Missions World
MOORESVILLE, NC — KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan) — founder of missions agency GFA World (formerly Gospel for Asia) who died May 8 — once said to me: “I’m just a skinny kid from India who grew up to be a follower of Jesus.” Genuine humility was the mark of the man — a man whom… Continue reading KP Yohannan: The Gentle Man Who Shook the Missions World
World Thrust – Catalyst for Global Missions
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA – The leaders at World Thrust International believe that no church is too small, nor is any church too big to be actively involved in world missions. Unfortunately, some churches think they are too small. Others think they are too big. This may be due to a philosophy of ministry adopted by some… Continue reading World Thrust – Catalyst for Global Missions
The Surge Project Debuts 360-Degree Experience to Take Viewers on a Virtual Missions Trip Around the World
DALLAS — The Surge Project, a global church planting initiative founded by Larry Stockstill, today released The World Missions Experience (http://missionsexperience.com) – a one-of-a-kind, immersive, 360-degree, virtual film that will allow users to experience missions around the world. “Not many believers get to travel abroad to personally experience how God is transforming lives around the… Continue reading The Surge Project Debuts 360-Degree Experience to Take Viewers on a Virtual Missions Trip Around the World
World Missionary Press | Missions Box Spotlight
World Missionary Press: Free Scripture Booklets for the WorldMissions Box News was established by Gospel for Asia (GFA) to “highlight the good works of nonprofits from around the world.” Most often we do that by reporting news “that pertains to the hardships of living in this world” to show the needs of people burdened by poverty… Continue reading World Missionary Press | Missions Box Spotlight
Marketplace Missions Movement Honored for Innovative Approach to World Evangelization
Operation Mobilization USA’s creative Scatter Global initiative recognized for opening doors for Christian professionals in countries closed to the gospel ATLANTA, Ga. – An innovative movement that is breaking new ground in world evangelization through its unique job-market approach for reaching unreached nations has been honored by missions leaders. Scatter Global inspires, equips and places Christian… Continue reading Marketplace Missions Movement Honored for Innovative Approach to World Evangelization
World Focus Can Help Awaken Stagnant Churches, Says Missions Agency
TMS Global outlines program to help move congregations from ‘vaguely spiritual Rotary Club’ to strategic outreach NORCROSS, Ga.—A wake-up call to sleepy churches has gone out from missions agency TMS Global, which wants to help revive inward-focused congregations through revitalized faith. The interdenominational organization offers a roadmap to renewal in the latest issue of its… Continue reading World Focus Can Help Awaken Stagnant Churches, Says Missions Agency
What Was the missions world like the last time the Cubs Won the World Series?
The year is 1908. The cubs are playing in the World Series, and they win the final game, making them the World Series champions. In the meantime, God is working through missionaries around the world to spread the Good News. After 108 years the Chicago Cubs have finally won, this time against the Cleveland Indians.… Continue reading What Was the missions world like the last time the Cubs Won the World Series?
Ahead of World Water Day on March 22, GFA World Notes Millions Resort to Filthy Ponds for Drinking Water
WILLS POINT, TX — Millions across Africa and Asia brace for the annual drought season that could result in catastrophic loss of life in coming months as millions turn to filthy, disease-ridden ponds as a last resort to find drinking water. A heartfelt call to arms comes from the global mission agency GFA World (www.gfa.org)… Continue reading Ahead of World Water Day on March 22, GFA World Notes Millions Resort to Filthy Ponds for Drinking Water
World Vision Statement on Humanitarian Aid Funding
SEATTLE — For 75 years and through 14 U.S. presidential administrations, World Vision has been living out our calling to work in the hardest places in the world to be a child. As a Christian humanitarian organization with a presence in nearly 100 countries — including many of the world’s most challenging locations — we… Continue reading World Vision Statement on Humanitarian Aid Funding
American Leprosy Missions Becomes Hope Rises International to Reflect Growing Global Work
GREENVILLE, SC — American Leprosy Missions, a nonprofit helping persons affected by neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) like leprosy to be healed in body and spirit, today unveiled a rebrand to Hope Rises International. The new name embodies a comprehensive picture of the organization’s work and mission: healing disease, restoring people to their communities and proclaiming… Continue reading American Leprosy Missions Becomes Hope Rises International to Reflect Growing Global Work
GFA World Extends Missionary Movement to Liberia, West Africa
WILLS POINT, TX — After 45 years of groundbreaking ministry in Asia that includes sending out thousands of national missionaries, a U.S.-based mission organization is expanding in Africa. Texas-based GFA World (www.gfa.org) — formerly known as Gospel for Asia — is moving into a new frontier, with the launch of a new missions base in Liberia… Continue reading GFA World Extends Missionary Movement to Liberia, West Africa
Bible.ai Launches World-First Christian App Powered by AI Technology
AUSTRALIA — bible.ai has released a first-of-its-kind Christian AI app that provides personalised, scripture-based theological insights tailored to the user’s spiritual journey. The first religious app to use voice and virtual AI on a theological platform, bible.ai allows users to ask questions and provides personalised answers based on the Bible and other theological data sources.… Continue reading Bible.ai Launches World-First Christian App Powered by AI Technology
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
New Milestone for Holy Reads: The World’s First Christian Book Summary App Reaches 500K Downloads
RUTHERFORDTON, NC — Holy Reads is the world’s first Christian book summary app, and it recently hit a milestone! The app successfully reached 500,000 downloads and continues to grow. This platform aims to serve a diverse range of audiences, including but not limited to busy mothers, pastors who prepare sermons, Christian book enthusiasts, and even… Continue reading New Milestone for Holy Reads: The World’s First Christian Book Summary App Reaches 500K Downloads
New Christian ‘Edutainment’ Video Series Aims to Engage Teens and Reinforce Biblical Worldview
TAMPA, FL —The Science Dilemma, a biblically-based and scientifically-informed educational entertainment video series for teens, today released its first series, “The Science Dilemma: The Origin of Life.” Burdened by the number of students who abandon their faith after leaving the home, Allan C. Pereira and Jeffrey Singer created The Science Dilemma to provide parents, leaders and… Continue reading New Christian ‘Edutainment’ Video Series Aims to Engage Teens and Reinforce Biblical Worldview
New Milestone Unlocked: Christian Lingua Reaches 50 Million Christians Worldwide Every Month Through Translation and Overdub Work
RUTHERFORDTON, NC — Christian Lingua has reached an extraordinary milestone, engaging over 50 million listeners, readers, and Bible students worldwide every month through its dedicated translation and overdub efforts. This remarkable achievement highlights the impact of CL’s work in making Christian content accessible across diverse languages and cultures. Since its inception, Christian Lingua has translated… Continue reading New Milestone Unlocked: Christian Lingua Reaches 50 Million Christians Worldwide Every Month Through Translation and Overdub Work
What Does Christmas Look Like on the Other Side of the World? | Daniel Yohannan
WILLS POINT, TX — Bishop Daniel Timotheos Yohannan and GFA World shares on the true meaning of Christmas through bringing the hope and love of Jesus to the least of these around the world. As a little boy, I remember seeing “Christmas Stars” — giant paper lanterns — light up my father’s South Indian village… Continue reading What Does Christmas Look Like on the Other Side of the World? | Daniel Yohannan
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
Victory Church Reaches $100 Million in Support for Missions
ATLANTA —From bringing aid to war-torn regions, to rescuing men, women and children from trafficking, and even helping to free people from modern-day slavery, Victory Church has been on mission to share the love and hope of Jesus with the world. Founding Pastor, Dennis Rouse: “When we started this church 34 years ago, the Lord… Continue reading Victory Church Reaches $100 Million in Support for Missions
Believers Eastern Church Marks World Food Day with Acts of Compassion
SOUTH ASIA — Believers Eastern Church dioceses marked World Food Day with compassionate initiatives aimed at alleviating hunger in local communities. From distributing warm meals and food packets to providing fruit and dry rations, the church’s efforts touched the lives of the hungry, the needy, and those living in leprosy colonies. Women’s Fellowship teams, Hope… Continue reading Believers Eastern Church Marks World Food Day with Acts of Compassion
GFA World and Other Ministry Leaders Celebrate the Life of The Late K.P. Yohannan at Memorial Service
WILLS POINT, TX — At Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas on October 18, GFA World (www.gfa.org) led a special “Celebration of Life” service for its founder and leader, K.P. Yohannan, who passed tragically in May of this year. The service had over 250 attendees, including prominent Christian leaders and pastors such as Jack Graham, Francis… Continue reading GFA World and Other Ministry Leaders Celebrate the Life of The Late K.P. Yohannan at Memorial Service
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
GFA World Responds as Nepal Reels from Deadly Hurricane Helene-Scale Floods
WILLS POINT, TX — U.S. mission organization GFA World (www.gfa.org) is responding to deadly floods in the South Asian nation of Nepal — a disaster on the scale of Hurricane Helene in the U.S. As the Southeastern U.S. reels from the devastation and death toll caused by Helene, the landlocked nation of Nepal — famous… Continue reading GFA World Responds as Nepal Reels from Deadly Hurricane Helene-Scale Floods
GFA World President Calls for Prayer Amid Nepal and US Flooding Disasters
LONDON — This is Bishop Daniel (President of GFA World) and I’m here in London and we just got off the train to our next stop as we visit different friends of the ministry and have different meetings. But I just wanted to ask you especially to pray for the situation that is in Nepal.… Continue reading GFA World President Calls for Prayer Amid Nepal and US Flooding Disasters
Prestonwood Baptist Church and Prestonwood Christian Academy to Host 20th Annual Biblical Worldview Conference with Top Christian Thinkers, September 22-24
PLANO, TX — Prestonwood Baptist Church and Prestonwood Christian Academy are excited to host the 20th annual Biblical Worldview Conference September 22-24 in the Worship Center at the Plano Campus. BWC is the nation’s largest apologetics conference dedicated to equipping students, educators, and parents with a Christian worldview. This year’s conference theme, “Worldview Matters,” highlights… Continue reading Prestonwood Baptist Church and Prestonwood Christian Academy to Host 20th Annual Biblical Worldview Conference with Top Christian Thinkers, September 22-24
RedeemTV Announces the Premier of a New Documentary, ‘Desperate for More: The North Georgia Revival – Streaming Worldwide September 19th
WORCESTER, PA — Desperate for More: The North Georgia Revival documents the events and experiences of the congregation of Christ Fellowship Church in Dawson, Georgia. It began in 2018 when Pastor Todd Smith called his church to a 21-day fast. After a vision captured his heart, revival took hold. The movement of the Holy Spirit… Continue reading RedeemTV Announces the Premier of a New Documentary, ‘Desperate for More: The North Georgia Revival – Streaming Worldwide September 19th
Creative Paris Olympics Outreach Impacts Thousands from Around the World
PARIS, FRANCE — Many mission teams took the opportunity to creatively hold outreach to many nationalities who came to the Olympics in Paris this summer. including Child Evangelism Fellowship and International Mission Board. As millions from around the world gathered for the Paris Olympics this summer, several Christian organisations mobilized outreach teams to creatively sharing… Continue reading Creative Paris Olympics Outreach Impacts Thousands from Around the World
The Salvation Poem Project Unveils Animated Feature Film LIGHT OF THE WORLD Based on the Life of Jesus
SPARTA, WI —The Salvation Poem Project is excited to announce their new 2D animated film releasing in theaters nationwide in the summer of 2025. LIGHT OF THE WORLD tells the story of Jesus through the eyes of his youngest apostle, John. View exclusive animation production stills HERE. “The Salvation Poem Project’s mission is to share… Continue reading The Salvation Poem Project Unveils Animated Feature Film LIGHT OF THE WORLD Based on the Life of Jesus
Childcare Worldwide is on a Mission to Serve Children Across the Globe
LYNDEN, WA — Childcare Worldwide, a nonprofit child evangelism ministry, is on a mission to deliver the gospel to children in need across the world. Through their Life Centers, financial support, and community outreach, Childcare Worldwide is making a tangible difference in the lives and futures of children who need it most. Childcare Worldwide is… Continue reading Childcare Worldwide is on a Mission to Serve Children Across the Globe
Hidden in Plain Sight: The World’s Neglected Humanitarian Crises
RNS — In a world brimming with pressing issues, it is all too easy for certain crises to slip under the radar. We must ask ourselves why some global crises hold the public’s attention, while others quickly fade away. Or worse, some never make it into the worldwide conscience at all. More than 300 million… Continue reading Hidden in Plain Sight: The World’s Neglected Humanitarian Crises
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
‘No Mercy:’ GFA World Lifts Veil on Suffering of ‘Invisible’ Widows
WILLS POINT, TX — A global mission organization is lifting the veil on the incredible suffering of millions of “invisible” widows around the world — many even cast off by their own families. In many places, widows face extreme hardships, abuse, exploitation and sexual violence. Even their own families show them “little or no mercy,”… Continue reading ‘No Mercy:’ GFA World Lifts Veil on Suffering of ‘Invisible’ Widows
World Refugee Day June 20: Unto Providing Lifesaving Support to Displaced People
ORLANDO, FL —Approximately 110 million people worldwide are forcibly displaced, with 36.4 million being refugees.* On World Refugee Day, June 20, individuals and organizations around the world will demonstrate solidarity with those who have been forced to flee from their home countries due to war, violent conflict, human rights violations, oppression and persecution. “We have… Continue reading World Refugee Day June 20: Unto Providing Lifesaving Support to Displaced People
Ahead of World Hunger Day, Compassion International Updates Its Ongoing Response to The Global Food Crisis
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Since 2019, food crisis around the world has steadily increased–and is expected to continue growing in 2024. The far-reaching impact of hunger on child development makes it an area of focus for Compassion International, which is responding to immediate and long-term needs for some of the world’s hungriest children. Between July… Continue reading Ahead of World Hunger Day, Compassion International Updates Its Ongoing Response to The Global Food Crisis
Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film’ to Make History this Summer
NASHVILLE — Deaf Missions and Iconic Events Releasing announces the release of the first-ever ASL adaptation for the silver screen, JESUS: a Deaf Missions film. Experience the story of Jesus and his ministry on Earth presented as a feature film entirely in American Sign Language in select theaters beginning June 20, 2024—a historic first for… Continue reading Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film’ to Make History this Summer
Viewing for KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan & GFA World Founder) Attended by P.J. Kurien & Many More
WILLS POINT, TX — On May 15, around a thousand people visited Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas, to pay tribute the late Dr. K.P. Yohannan (Metroplitan Yohan), founder of GFA World. Between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., a steady stream of people flowed into the funeral parlor, including presidents of national Christian organizations; former… Continue reading Viewing for KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan & GFA World Founder) Attended by P.J. Kurien & Many More
Public Viewing, Funeral for Missions Leader KP Yohannan
WILLS POINT, TX — The public viewing and funeral arrangements for KP Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan), one of the world’s best-known Christian leaders and missiologists who died May 8, have been announced. Yohannan, 74, died at a Dallas hospital following a traffic accident on May 7 near the Dallas-area campus of GFA World (www.gfa.org), the global… Continue reading Public Viewing, Funeral for Missions Leader KP Yohannan
‘Never Seen Suffering on This Scale:’ GFA World Launches Multi-Specialty Hospital in East Africa
WILLS POINT, TX — GFA World (www.gfa.org) — one of the largest faith-based mission agencies — is launching a new 450-bed hospital, medical school, and training complex in East Africa. The state-of-the-art medical facility and training center — being constructed in Rwanda’s capital, Kigali — will serve the poorest of the poor, and train new… Continue reading ‘Never Seen Suffering on This Scale:’ GFA World Launches Multi-Specialty Hospital in East Africa
Open Doors’ World Watch List for 2024
NORTH KOREA — The Open Doors World Watch List 2024 ranks the countries where Christians count the highest cost for following Jesus. These are the 5 countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution. Could praying put you in danger? Could going to church risk your life? Could following Jesus cost you your job, your… Continue reading Open Doors’ World Watch List for 2024
Open Doors Launches 2024 World Watch List in UK Parliament
NORTH KOREA — Longstanding Christian communities could disappear in parts of sub-Saharan Africa through a double blow of violent instability and authoritarian control. Christian minorities across east and west Africa face twin existential threats: violent disorder exploited by radical jihadists and autocratic governments backed by larger powers outside the region.This is one of the disturbing… Continue reading Open Doors Launches 2024 World Watch List in UK Parliament
World Vision Reviews Worst Humanitarian Disasters of 2023
SEATTLE — From the Maui wildfires to devastating earthquakes in Syria and Turkey, along with cyclones in Mozambique and Myanmar, Christian humanitarian organization World Vision has been at the forefront of extensive humanitarian response efforts worldwide, supporting communities in crisis. In 2023, World Vision responded to 78 disasters and humanitarian crises in 59 countries around… Continue reading World Vision Reviews Worst Humanitarian Disasters of 2023
Church Breaks Guinness Record with “The Longest Applause in the World”
UGANDA — Recently, unlike other church worship days, Christians gathered at the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) exhibition center were determined to break the Guinness World Record for the longest applause. Every Sunday, Ministerios Internacionales Fanero, a prominent Ugandan church, attracts thousands of faithful to its vibrant services, filled with the Holy Spirit. Recently, unlike other… Continue reading Church Breaks Guinness Record with “The Longest Applause in the World”
‘Joy to the World: Christmas with Will Graham’ Shares Christmas Message of Hope Online
CHARLOTTE, NC — As we commemorate the birth of Jesus, Evangelist Will Graham has recorded his fourth annual online Christmas program for release this weekend. Featuring award-winning musical guest Natalie Grant, the special will focus on the gift of Christ, and the hope of salvation that can be found in Him today. “Joy to the… Continue reading ‘Joy to the World: Christmas with Will Graham’ Shares Christmas Message of Hope Online
“Joy To The World: Christmas With Will Graham” Shares Christmas Message Of Hope Online
CHARLOTTE, NC — As we commemorate the birth of Jesus, Evangelist Will Graham has recorded his fourth annual online Christmas program for release this weekend. Featuring award-winning musical guest Natalie Grant, the special will focus on the gift of Christ, and the hope of salvation that can be found in Him today. Joy to the… Continue reading “Joy To The World: Christmas With Will Graham” Shares Christmas Message Of Hope Online
GFA World Launches Christmas ‘Chickens & Goats’ to Fight Poverty
WILLS POINT, TX — Can a chicken really change someone’s life? It’s happening all around the globe, according to mission agency GFA World (www.gfa.org). The Texas-based organization has launched its annual Christmas “Chickens & Goats” campaign on WAY-FM Radio — an opportunity for people to buy life-changing gifts, such as chickens and goats, for families… Continue reading GFA World Launches Christmas ‘Chickens & Goats’ to Fight Poverty
For the First Time Ever, Sight & Sound® Will Stream MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS in Homes Worldwide
LANCASTER, PA — For nearly three decades, audiences have flocked to Sight & Sound Theatres to experience MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS live on stage. With their 2023 season completely sold out in Lancaster, the theater company is thrilled to host a special holiday streaming event for audiences worldwide on Sight & Sound TV December 1-3. Known… Continue reading For the First Time Ever, Sight & Sound® Will Stream MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS in Homes Worldwide
West Africa Shines in Observance of World Orphans Day
NASHVILLE — Each year World Orphans Day™ is observed around the world on the ‘Second Monday in November,’ which was November 13, this year. The Stars Foundation™, a Nashville, TN based nonprofit, initiated this back in 2009, as a day devoted to empowering the Orphans and Displaced Children of the World, while uniting world leaders… Continue reading West Africa Shines in Observance of World Orphans Day
GFA World Responds to Devastating Nepal Earthquake
WILLS POINT, TX — A U.S.-based global mission agency says several of its partner churches were left “broken” by a devastating earthquake that struck remote Western Nepal Nov. 3, killing more than 150 people. “We have also lost cherished members of our church family in this heart-wrenching tragedy,” said K.P. Yohannan (Metropolitan Yohan), founder of… Continue reading GFA World Responds to Devastating Nepal Earthquake