CRISTA Ministries Mobilizes Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts, Partners with Local Churches to Support Devastated Families

SHORELINE, WA — CRISTA Ministries is mobilizing its disaster response team and partner churches to provide emergency relief to families impacted by Hurricane Helene. The hurricane swept through multiple states, leaving over 100 lives lost, thousands without power, and many more trapped by rising floodwaters. North Carolina has been devastated, with severe flooding turning roads…

Hurricane Helene: Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Multiple Locations Throughout 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 deployments…

CityServe International and other partners, has mobilized resources to provide relief to communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.

WASHINGTON, DC — CityServe International, together with Spokes of Hope, 180 Disaster Relief and other strategic partners, has mobilized significant resources and support to provide emergency assistance to communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Disaster relief has begun in North and South Carolina and will expand to Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee as the areas become accessible….

Samaritan's Purse Scales Up North Carolina Response, Opening Emergency Field Hospital and Launching Airlift Operations

BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse has begun emergency airlift operations in western North Carolina to help people who have been cut off from access to basic necessities due to infrastructure damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The international Christian relief organization has also deployed an Emergency Field Hospital to assist Cannon Memorial Hospital in Avery County,…

Following Hurricane Helene, the Billy Graham RRT is deploying crisis-trained chaplains to multiple areas 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…

Hurricane Helene devastated parts of the southeastern United States last week, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

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….

Samaritan's Purse Responds to Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee, Georgia and Florida.

BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse is responding to overwhelming needs in Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida following the catastrophic damage from Hurricane Helene. The Category 4 storm made its historic landfall with 140mph winds along Florida’s Big Bend region on Thursday night leaving an enormous path of destruction that flattened homes and…

Praying for disaster victims of Hurricane Helene and Nepal flooding

WILLS POINT, TX — We’re heartbroken by the trail of devastation Hurricane Helene left in the southeastern U.S. The storm took the lives of more than 130 people across North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Virginia. It also swept away homes and businesses and left millions of people without electricity. We know that…

The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services teams have mobilized to provide relief operations as Tropical Storm Helene approaches Florida

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams have mobilized to provide support and relief operations due to Tropical Storm Helene. Helene hammered Florida, and then moved Northward causing severe impacts, including widespread power outages and flooding, The Salvation Army’s trained disaster personnel have activated mobile feeding units and are opening shelters…

Internationally renowned author and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic is thrilled to announce I Found Hope Dallas

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — Internationally renowned author and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic is thrilled to announce “I Found Hope Dallas,” a life-changing event set to take place at Mesquite Arena on October 27, 2024. This inspiring evening will showcase Nick’s powerful journey of overcoming adversity and will deliver a message of hope that has touched…

Hurricane Helene Relief launches a $5 million relief initiative in response to Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction across 5 states.

WASHINGTON, DC — CityServe International, in partnership with Spokes of Hope, 180 Disaster Relief and Wings of the Spirit, launches a $5 million relief initiative in response to Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction across 5 states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Truckloads filled with water, food, clothes and emergency relief supplies will…

Samaritan's Purse is responding to south central Louisiana after Hurricane Francine rapidly intensified into a category 2 hurricane.

BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse is responding to south central Louisiana after Hurricane Francine rapidly intensified into a category 2 hurricane unleashing 100mph winds and heavy rainfall on coastal communities. Today, a Disaster Relief Unit—a tractor-trailer filled with tools and equipment—is on the way to south central Louisiana where strong winds downed trees and extensive…

The largest and most significant square in Naples was packed with more than 21,000 people during the Noi Festival.

NAPLES — The largest and most significant square in Naples was packed with more than 21,000 people during the Noi Festival last night. It was the first time something like this has ever taken place in Naples, and it set a record as the largest evangelical event in Italy’s history. Political leaders from several different…

Magdalene* and Mafulul* recount their painful stories – but also God’s healing through trauma care-workshops run by Open Doors partners.

NIGERIA — Christmas 2023 saw many largely Christian villages in Nigeria’s Middle Belt attacked by militant Fulani herdsmen. Magdalene* and Mafulul* recount their painful stories – but also God’s healing through trauma-care workshops run by Open Doors partners. Mafulul*: “By 5pm the attackers came. They started shooting everywhere. “My wife had just finished cooking. I…

Some Lebanese Christians are speaking out on the network's channels, saying they "just want to live a normal life."

BOONE, IOWA — The counter-offensive against Hezbollah’s terror network based in southern Lebanon is sending shockwaves through largely Christian communities caught in the crossfire. “We hear the (missile) strikes around us every day,” said Kamelia Jalbout, who lives in Olayaa, a mostly Christian village in south Lebanon, near the Israel border. “When my children play…

The Billy Graham RRT is deploying to Northern California following the extensive impact of the Park Fire in Butte and Tehama counties.

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….

Prestonwood Baptist Church and Prestonwood Christian Academy to host 20th annual Biblical Worldview Conference, 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…

Produced by SAT-7, “Toxic” has been added to the in-flight playlists of Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudi Airlines, and Kuwait Airways.

BOONE, IOWA — A new action movie shot entirely in Arabic that showcases “hidden” violence and the power of forgiveness is now available to watch on four major international airlines operating out of the Middle East. While the movie is not a “faith flick,” its Christian producers hope “Toxic” will introduce thousands of Middle East…

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…

Wycliffe Associates Launches Free Sign Language App in Multiple African Sign Languages for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

ORLANDO, FL — Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, has developed and launched an app for iOS and Android that brings the Bible’s New Testament to life through seven sign languages used in the African nations of Benin, Cameroon-Anglo, Côte…

Search For Jesus—the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s online evangelism initiative—has reached a significant milestone.

CHARLOTTE, NC — Search For Jesus—the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s online evangelism initiative—has reached a significant milestone, with 20 million indicated decisions for Christ since its launch in 2011. The global ministry, now active in English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and American Sign Language (ASL), uses Bible scripture, compelling video content, and live chat…

Franklin Graham and the BGEA are working with evangelical churches in southern Italy to bring the Noi Festival to Naples next month.

ITALY —Reverend Franklin Graham and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association are working with nearly 350 evangelical churches in southern Italy to bring the Noi Festival to Naples next month. The program will feature live music from Christian singer and Latin Grammy-winner Christine D’Clario, as well as award-winning artist Charity Gayle. All are welcome to attend…

With October Pastor Appreciation Month right around the corner, many churches are gearing up to bless their pastor.

WASHINGTON — With October Pastor Appreciation Month right around the corner, many churches are gearing up to bless their pastor. The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) has an Easy as 1-2-3 Bless Your Pastor program to help churches with ideas on how to bless their pastor well. October isn’t the only time a church can…

Chick-fil-A, Inc. today announced that the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® food donation program has provided over 30 million meals.

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…

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…

Global Church Network Gathers Ministry Leaders from East Africa to Synergize for the Fulfillment of the Great Commission by 2030

ORLANDO — With a mission to finalize the Great Commission by 2030, Global Church Network (GCN) hosted the FINISH East Africa Summit from August 29-30 in Kampala, Uganda, gathering hundreds of ministry leaders from 10 nations across East Africa for networking, equipping and prayer. “God is opening incredible doors for synergistic ministry in East Africa,”…

NEPAL — In a heartfelt initiative to provide essential protection to vulnerable communities from mosquito-borne diseases, St. Paul’s Believers Eastern Church Cathedral in the Diocese of Birtamod distributed 180 mosquito nets to needy families in Birtamod Municipality-4, Jhapa, this month. Mrs. Dropati Ganesh (Vice President of Om Shanti Tole Bikash Sastha), Mr. Gokul Rijal (Secretary…

Wounded Healer helps Next Generation see through Lens of Hope

FRANKLIN SPRINGS, GA — A veteran Christian author dedicating his life to campus ministry has written a new book that confronts our social media generation who suffers from loneliness but fears intimacy and makes digital connections that offer an illusion of authentic friendship. Chris Maxwell, a best-selling author and college pastor, contracted a near-fatal case…