ARMENIA — Samaritan’s Purse is providing emergency relief supplies, including hygiene kits, bedding, blankets, school supplies, and more, in Armenia to displaced families fleeing violent conflict in their homeland. Susan Pineda – Samaritan’s Purse: We are here with Samaritan’s Purse in Armenia responding to the crisis of people that have been displaced due to the… Continue reading Emergency Relief Provided in Armenia
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Christian Evangelizes Hundreds of Prisoners in North Korea
NORTH KOREA — In North Korea, saying the word “Jesus” can be a death sentence. Hea-woo is a persecuted Christian, one of the prisoners in North Korea. Although her mother was a Christian, she only heard about Jesus through her husband. To maintain her faith, the Christian fled to China, but there she was discovered… Continue reading Christian Evangelizes Hundreds of Prisoners in North Korea
Out of War: Girl Becomes TV Inspiration in Troubled Middle East
EASTON, MD — As a young girl, Christina Issa found a way to block out the horror of war raging in her homeland of Syria — by watching a faith-based television channel for kids, broadcast in her native Arabic. She never dreamed that a few years later she’d be a presenter on the same channel,… Continue reading Out of War: Girl Becomes TV Inspiration in Troubled Middle East
CityServe church-based network launches ‘Operation: Save Israel’
BAKERSFIELD, CA — In the fight against terror, CityServe International is making clear that help is on the way for the people of Israel. That’s the message from CityServe International, the global church-based humanitarian network headquartered in Bakersfield, California. CityServe International and its CityServe Israel affiliate announced the kickoff Monday of “Operation: Save Israel,” a… Continue reading CityServe church-based network launches ‘Operation: Save Israel’
Help The Persecuted Rushes Aid to Morocco Earthquake Survivors
MOROCCO — Just after the Morocco earthquake killed thousands of people and left hundreds of thousands more homeless Christian charity Help The Persecuted sent their team to some of the most hardest to reach communities to provide practical and spiritual support.
Franklin Graham Preached about God’s Love to nearly 7,000 people
ESSEN — Approximately 260 churches from seven major denominations supported the Festival of Hope, and even communities from Bremen and Hamburg arrived in Essen with numerous buses. The turnout was so large that many people had to be turned away at the door because there were no more seats available. “Your soul is worth more… Continue reading Franklin Graham Preached about God’s Love to nearly 7,000 people
Solar-Powered ‘Lifeline’ Brings Ray of Hope to ‘Discouraged’ Ukrainians
LOVES PARK, IL — Churches in Ukraine are using portable solar-powered “survival systems” to bring relief and hope to those without electricity as drones relentlessly target the nation’s power grid. Illinois-based Slavic Gospel Association (SGA, www.sga.org) — an evangelical mission that has been supporting local churches in the region for decades — has supplied 40… Continue reading Solar-Powered ‘Lifeline’ Brings Ray of Hope to ‘Discouraged’ Ukrainians
Love Nairobi Festival with Andrew Palau Reaches 130,000 People During 2 Weeks of Outreach in Kenya’s Capital City
NAIROBI, KENYA — In a massive effort to share hope with hundreds of thousands around Kenya, the Luis Palau Association partnered with more than 2,000 churches from every denomination to put on the Love Nairobi Festival. This free evangelistic festival, featuring live music, action sports, and fun for the whole family, aimed to unite churches… Continue reading Love Nairobi Festival with Andrew Palau Reaches 130,000 People During 2 Weeks of Outreach in Kenya’s Capital City
YWAM Founder Loren Cunningham is with Jesus
COLORADO SPRINGS— Loren Cunningham, Founder of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), died at 88 on Saturday October 7 in his sleep at home in Kona, Hawaii. He is survived by his wife, Darlene, daughter Karen, son David and Judy Cunningham, and three grandchildren, Madi, Kenna, and Liam. This video looks back on his remarkable life.… Continue reading YWAM Founder Loren Cunningham is with Jesus
Many Gospel Responses at Dr Youssef’s Hope Ireland Celebration
DUBLIN — Leading The Way Founder and President Dr Michael Youssef shared an uncompromising Gospel message as thousands flocked to the Hope Ireland celebration events in Dublin and Belfast September 1st and 3rd. After a year of preparation with many different churches it’s hoped the impact of these outreach events will spark a movement of… Continue reading Many Gospel Responses at Dr Youssef’s Hope Ireland Celebration
The Salvation Army Southern California Division’s Annual Gala Raised Significant Funds to Combat Homelessness
BEVERLY HILLS, CA — A remarkable evening unfolded on September 21 as The Salvation Army Southern California proudly hosted the prestigious 2023 Finding A Way Gala. Sponsored by Payden & Rygel, the event drew an array of renowned celebrities, including the likes of retired NBA star Olden Polynice, Annalynne McCord, Erica Ash, and Tisha Campbell,… Continue reading The Salvation Army Southern California Division’s Annual Gala Raised Significant Funds to Combat Homelessness
GFA World Launches Appeal As ‘Ostracized Widows’ Face Life of Begging
WILLS POINT, TX — Mission agency GFA World (www.gfa.org) has launched an appeal to help thousands of “ostracized widows” around the globe at risk of starvation and abuse after being abandoned by their family and neighbors. “Millions of widows live in societies where they are blamed for their husband’s death, regardless of the illness, accident… Continue reading GFA World Launches Appeal As ‘Ostracized Widows’ Face Life of Begging
After breaking Milan attendance record, Franklin Graham returns to Italy for Noi Festival Roma
ROME — Franklin Graham is returning to Italy one year after his historic festival in Milan broke attendance records at the city’s largest indoor venue, the Mediolanum Forum, where 13,000 people packed into the arena. This November, Franklin Graham and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) are returning to Italy and working with Christians from… Continue reading After breaking Milan attendance record, Franklin Graham returns to Italy for Noi Festival Roma
Billy Graham Library hosts Hispanic Heritage Celebration Day
CHARLOTTE, NC — The Billy Graham Library will host a family-friendly, Biblically-focused Hispanic Heritage Celebration Day on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. as part of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The day will include indoor and outdoor activities, guided Journey of Faith tours in Spanish, kids’ craft, and discounts in Ruth’s Attic bookstore –… Continue reading Billy Graham Library hosts Hispanic Heritage Celebration Day
Over 17,000 Hear the Gospel at Will Graham’s First Outreach in Brazil
BRAZIL — More than 17,000 flocked to hear evangelist Will Graham on his first ever outreach to Brazil on Saturday September 16 at Campina Grande do Sul rodeo arena for Esperança Curitiba (Hope Curitiba). Altogether, nearly 1,000 people made decisions for Jesus Christ in Curitiba. Now, more than 400-area churches that have been involved in… Continue reading Over 17,000 Hear the Gospel at Will Graham’s First Outreach in Brazil
Compassion International Launches New ‘Hope Starts Here’ Experience
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Compassion International, a leading child development organization, is excited to announce the launch of its new “Hope Starts Here“ experience. Buoyed by compelling personal stories, “Hope Starts Here” is an immersive experience, transporting visitors to vulnerable communities where Compassion works. This free, family-friendly event is designed to inspire compassion and action… Continue reading Compassion International Launches New ‘Hope Starts Here’ Experience
Post-pandemic Global Evangelism, ‘The Power of One,’ A Renewed Focus
TULSA, OK — In his newly released book, The Power of One: Reaching Every Person on Earth, Dr. Billy Wilson, President of Oral Roberts University and Global Chair of Empowered21, provides a clear path forward to a new era of evangelism. In order to fulfill the Great Commission, Dr. Wilson asks: How can eight billion… Continue reading Post-pandemic Global Evangelism, ‘The Power of One,’ A Renewed Focus
Unsilenced Documentary Tells Story of BGEA’s Battle for Freedom of Speech in the UK
LONDON — The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association has released a documentary called Unsilenced. The 30 minute TV special tells the story of how when confronted with opposition to Franklin Graham’s God Loves You UK tour they went on a mission to defend freedom of speech to ensure the Gospel cannot be silenced. As more than… Continue reading Unsilenced Documentary Tells Story of BGEA’s Battle for Freedom of Speech in the UK
Reflecting on Mob Violence Against Christians in Pakistan
JARANWALA, PUNJAB — Christians in Pakistan are considering how to rebuild their homes and churches in the aftermath of mob violence attacks on townships in Jaranwala, Punjab, following unsubstantiated allegations of blasphemy. Christians were forced to meet in the open air on Sunday (August 20), after rioters burnt churches and destroyed their homes. Partners of… Continue reading Reflecting on Mob Violence Against Christians in Pakistan
U.S. Mission Spotlights Crisis of Ukraine’s ‘50,000 Social Orphans’
LOVES PARK, IL — The war in Ukraine has caused a dramatic surge in the number of “social orphans,” according to a U.S.-based organization responding to an escalating crisis of child abandonment. Ukrainian church leaders estimate there are as many as 50,000 “hidden” social orphans, children barely surviving under the radar who’ve been abandoned or… Continue reading U.S. Mission Spotlights Crisis of Ukraine’s ‘50,000 Social Orphans’
Providing Emergency Supplies in Chad
DARFUR, SUDAN — Samaritan’s Purse is providing emergency supplies: shelter materials and medical supplies to refugees in Chad who are fleeing violent conflict in Sudan. Aaron Ashoff – Samaritan’s Purse: On April 15, Civil War broke out in Khartoum, Sudan. This is one of the most devastated parts of the world that sees violence all… Continue reading Providing Emergency Supplies in Chad
GFA World Spotlights Global ‘Crisis’ of Adults Who Can’t Read or Write
WILLS POINT, TX — A shocking number of adults around the world can’t read or write even a simple sentence, says mission agency GFA World (www.gfa.org) as it marks International Literacy Day, September 8. According to the United Nations’ education agency UNESCO, approximately 773 million adults worldwide — equal to more than twice the population… Continue reading GFA World Spotlights Global ‘Crisis’ of Adults Who Can’t Read or Write
Lives Transformed by the Good News in Moldova
CHIŞINĂU, MALDOVA — Thousands listened as Will Graham preached the Gospel at the Celebration of Hope in Chișinău, Moldova, a small country in Eastern Europe bordering Ukraine. “Jesus was crucified for our sin, He died for our sin, but yet three days later He rose from the grave,” said Will Graham. “He’s alive today and… Continue reading Lives Transformed by the Good News in Moldova
Help The Persecuted Provides Immediate Support to Christians Under Attack in Pakistan
PAKISTAN — Christians in several communities in Pakistan have come under attack from angry mobs this week after two teenagers were accused of allegedly desecrating a Quran. Christian leaders and others said it was a false accusation. Nearly 30 churches were attacked, some being completely destroyed as hundreds of Bibles and Christian literature was burned.… Continue reading Help The Persecuted Provides Immediate Support to Christians Under Attack in Pakistan
Convoy of Hope Responds to Deadly Hawaii Fires
SPRINGFIELD, MO — On August 8, deadly wildfires hit the Hawaiian island of Maui, taking lives, causing mass destruction, and displacing thousands of people from their homes. Convoy of Hope’s team is on the ground, working with partners to respond to immediate needs by distributing food, water, hygiene kits and other essential supplies. With help… Continue reading Convoy of Hope Responds to Deadly Hawaii Fires
Evangelist Nick Hall Leads Nation’s Largest Free Christian Music Festival with 45,000 In Attendance Over Two Days
BENTON, AR — The 11th annual Amplify Music Festival, a community-sponsored free Christian music festival, drew over 45,000 attendees this past weekend to make Jesus known. Including the free live stream, the attendance topped 67,000 throughout the 2-day festival. In the last decade, Amplify has attracted tens of thousands for the sole purpose of introducing… Continue reading Evangelist Nick Hall Leads Nation’s Largest Free Christian Music Festival with 45,000 In Attendance Over Two Days
More Than 10,000 Flock to God Loves You Tour in London
LONDON, ENGLAND — They came by the busload from all over England and Wales to hear a Gospel message. Approximately 130 coaches carried 5,000 people to the outreach from as far away as Liverpool.People streamed out of buses and trains into ExCeL London, eager to hear powerful music from Christian artists—Ce Ce Winans, Newsboys, and… Continue reading More Than 10,000 Flock to God Loves You Tour in London
PMI Foods Donates More than 10,000 Pounds of Meat to Fight Food Insecurity
SALT LAKE CITY — Today, Parker Migliorini International (PMI Foods) announced the donation of 10,500 pounds of beef bone-in rib ends to several Los Angeles area food banks. This is the latest in a series of donations from PMI Foods in an ongoing effort to directly help thousands of homeless residents. More than 67,000 people… Continue reading PMI Foods Donates More than 10,000 Pounds of Meat to Fight Food Insecurity
Hawaiians Find Hope in Jesus After Maui Wildfires
MAUI — When Maui residents heard about 65-mph hurricane winds from the south, they never expected the deadly flames that the wind would bring.The wildfires—now the deadliest in the nation’s modern history—engulfed parts of Maui and decimated the beach town of Lahaina, leaving more than 100 people dead, thousands more missing, and miles of homes… Continue reading Hawaiians Find Hope in Jesus After Maui Wildfires
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Barre, Vermont, After Catastrophic Flooding
CHARLOTTE, NC — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying to Barre, Vermont, an area that experienced catastrophic flooding this past week. Dozens of roads remain closed and thousands of homes and businesses have been badly damaged. This is the same storm system that impacted Highland Falls, New York, where BG-RRT chaplains are… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Barre, Vermont, After Catastrophic Flooding
Celebrating 50 Years of God’s Faithfulness in South Korea
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — On June 3, Franklin Graham shared God’s faithfulness at a special anniversary event commemorating his father, Billy Graham’s, historic 1973 Crusade in Seoul, South Korea. The historic event altered the spiritual landscape of this fragile nation, fueling a boom of new churches and faithful Christ followers. In the five decades since… Continue reading Celebrating 50 Years of God’s Faithfulness in South Korea
Amplify Fest with Evangelist Nick Hall Announces Full Line-up for Nation’s Largest Free Christian Music Festival
BENTON, AR — The 11th annual Amplify Music Festival takes place Aug. 18-19 in Benton, Arkansas. Gates will open at 3 p.m Aug. 18 and 1 p.m. Aug. 19. The two-day event will include a message of hope by Evangelist Nick Hall and feature Christian artists: Chris Tomlin Casting Crowns Rend Collective Lecrae Passion Natalie… Continue reading Amplify Fest with Evangelist Nick Hall Announces Full Line-up for Nation’s Largest Free Christian Music Festival
CityServe launches major relief effort in response to Maui wildfires
BAKERSFIELD, CA — On Thursday, CityServe International announced the launch of a major disaster-relief effort to aid victims of the deadly wildfires now sweeping across western Maui in Hawaii. Fanned by high winds from Hurricane Dora, the fires have already claimed nearly 100 lives. Officials have declared a state of emergency and thousands have been… Continue reading CityServe launches major relief effort in response to Maui wildfires
Franklin Graham Announces God Loves You Tour Events in London and Glasgow
UNITED KINGDOM — Following the successful God Loves You Tour events in Liverpool, South Wales, Sheffield, and London last year, when thousands of people heard a message of hope and God’s love from the Bible, Rev Franklin Graham and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) have remained committed to sharing the Good News of Jesus… Continue reading Franklin Graham Announces God Loves You Tour Events in London and Glasgow
One Story: Nepalese Christian Woman Suffering But Committed to Christ
NEPAL — In rural Nepal, thousands of Nepalese Christian converts like Shanti* suffer discrimination and even violence. When Shanti’s husband reacted angrily to her decision to start following Jesus, she found support from another believer. Shanti*: My life was sorrowful before I came to Christ, but it became more difficult after I came to Christ.… Continue reading One Story: Nepalese Christian Woman Suffering But Committed to Christ
Child Migrant Meets Christ by Reading the Bible Given to Him at the Camp
MATAMOROS, MEXICO — Thousands of migrants continue to arrive at the United States border seeking asylum. In an improvised migrant camp in Matamoros, Mexico, a gifted Bible changes the life of a Venezuelan child. Joseph Rendón: I learned that if one has confidence in God, everything is possible. The faith in Christ Jesus reaches the… Continue reading Child Migrant Meets Christ by Reading the Bible Given to Him at the Camp
China’s Communism Strategy for Churches
CHINA— China has pledged to change the face of world Christianity at a conference for pastors of state-controlled churches. China’s Communism Strategy aims to export a Communist-Christian hybrid around the world. This report is from Andrew Boyd. China’s been trying to compel churches to adopt the atheist ideology of the Communist Party which denies the… Continue reading China’s Communism Strategy for Churches
MegaVoice, Galcom, and Other Ministries Partner to Bring Solar-Powered Aid to Turkey and Syria
TURKEY — As Christians in Turkey and Syria continue to suffer the long-term impact of the devastating earthquakes that struck last month, many nonprofit organizations and ministries are stepping in to provide needed aid. Galcom International, a radio and audio Bible ministry and MegaVoice partner, received an urgent request for solar-powered flashlights and chargers from… Continue reading MegaVoice, Galcom, and Other Ministries Partner to Bring Solar-Powered Aid to Turkey and Syria
Major Motion Picture ‘Jesus Revolution’ Now Streaming on Netflix
LOS ANGELES — “Jesus Revolution,” the breakout Hollywood film about the true story of a national spiritual awakening in the early 1970s and its origins within a community of teenage hippies in Southern California, is now available on Netflix in the US. The story of the movie’s success was featured in the cover story in… Continue reading Major Motion Picture ‘Jesus Revolution’ Now Streaming on Netflix
Ukraine: ‘Kids of War’ Grapple with Trauma, Life-Changing Injuries
LOVES PARK, IL — Ten-year-old Maryna kneels beside her bed and prays for the war in Ukraine to end. For Maryna, the horrors of war have already left lifelong scars. Surgeons had to amputate her crushed leg after a shell exploded next to her home. Now she wears a prosthetic. Any loud noise brings her… Continue reading Ukraine: ‘Kids of War’ Grapple with Trauma, Life-Changing Injuries
Sending Urgent Aid to Displaced Families in Chad
GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA — It’s been 100 days since violence erupted in Sudan, displacing hundreds of thousands of displaced families and forcing a staggering 230.000 refugees to seek safety in Chad. We take you to Greensboro Airport, where a Samaritan’s Purse DC-8 cargo plane is being sent on a life-saving mission. Loaded with vital humanitarian… Continue reading Sending Urgent Aid to Displaced Families in Chad
Crisis-Hit Lebanon ‘Needs Miracle,’ Christian Media Ministry Says
EASTON, MD — Lebanon “needs a miracle” as the nation faces a deepening economic crisis, says a Christian media ministry based in the region. The Middle East nation between Israel and Syria has experienced surging unemployment, triple-digit inflation, a collapsing currency, rolling blackouts, and fuel shortages. “The Lebanese people are really hurting,” said Rita El-Mounayer,… Continue reading Crisis-Hit Lebanon ‘Needs Miracle,’ Christian Media Ministry Says
Concern Worldwide Marks World Refugee Day by Responding to Growing Global Displacement Crisis
NEW YORK — Concern Worldwide provides critical humanitarian support as the world’s displacement crisis reaches an all-time high, with 1 in every 78 people on earth forced to flee their homes and 32.5 million refugees – that is, people who have fled the country – globally. In Chad, Concern is responding to the immediate needs… Continue reading Concern Worldwide Marks World Refugee Day by Responding to Growing Global Displacement Crisis
Angel Studios’ ‘Sound of Freedom’ Projecting $85 Million 2nd Weekend Cumulative Box Office
PROVO, UT — Angel Studios, a platform and studio empowering filmmakers to crowdfund, create, and distribute films and TV series globally, backed by thousands of Angel investors, is announcing its July cumulative-to-date and second weekend results for its Jim Caviezel-driven film SOUND OF FREEDOM. Angel Studios is projecting over $85 million total cumulative box office… Continue reading Angel Studios’ ‘Sound of Freedom’ Projecting $85 Million 2nd Weekend Cumulative Box Office
New York Homeowners Give Thanks For Help After Floods
HIGHLAND FALLS, NY — Homeowners in Highland Falls, New York, give thanks for the Samaritan’s Purse volunteers who are helping to clean up their homes after massive flash floods swept through the area. Jason Santiago – Homeowner: There was water running on this main road, like swimming pools and rocks were coming down. Water that… Continue reading New York Homeowners Give Thanks For Help After Floods
Major Sign of Revival as 4,500 are Baptized at Pirates Cove
CALIFORNIA — Inspired by the movie “Jesus Revolution”, thousands of people came from all across America and the world over the weekend to take part in a “Jesus Revolution Baptism” at the now-famous Pirates Cove in Newport Beach, California. Harvest Christian Fellowship Sr. Pastor Greg Laurie held the massive baptism event following his latest SoCal… Continue reading Major Sign of Revival as 4,500 are Baptized at Pirates Cove
Healed Hearts Together in Bolivia
BOLIVIA — A young Bolivian mother and her daughter suffered from the same fatal heart condition. With only years to live, they received lifesaving surgery through the Children’s Heart Project run by Samaritan’s Purse. Fatima Ramos Cardozo – Children’s Heart Project Recipient: It is very difficult to learn your child is very sick. Especially… Continue reading Healed Hearts Together in Bolivia
Four Persecuted Christian Women Shared Powerful Stories During Hearts of Fire Virtual Event from The Voice of the Martyrs
BARTLESVILLE, OK — “I love you and I forgive you,” Anita Smith said to husband Ronnie’s murderers during a national TV interview. Her Christlike words riveted reporters and inspired believers worldwide as they saw her faith in action after her husband was killed while living and working in Libya on mission to show Christ. Anita’s… Continue reading Four Persecuted Christian Women Shared Powerful Stories During Hearts of Fire Virtual Event from The Voice of the Martyrs
Samaritan’s Purse Helping After Dam Collapse in Ukraine
SOUTHERN UKRAINE — A recent dam collapse has added to the hardships facing the resilient Ukrainian people. On June 6, the Kakhovka Dam caved in after a significant explosion, unleashing the waters of the nation’s largest reservoir on tens of thousands of people in southern Ukraine. Samaritan’s Purse quickly responded with critically needed relief for… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Helping After Dam Collapse in Ukraine
Amsterdam2023 EveryONE Conference Concludes with Global Worship at Olympic Stadium
AMSTERDAM — The Empowered21 Amsterdam2023 EveryONE conference concluded Saturday with a global worship, prayer and commissioning service for the thousands who gathered in The Netherlands this week before returning to their home countries. More than 5,000 individuals from over 125 nations attended the conference in person at the historic RAI conference center, with thousands more… Continue reading Amsterdam2023 EveryONE Conference Concludes with Global Worship at Olympic Stadium