On Mother’s Day, experts say up to 100 million women and girls mostly from Africa and Asia who should be alive today ‘simply do not exist’ WILLS POINT, TX — As many as 100 million women and girls are “missing and unaccounted for” – the victims of sex-selective abortions, female infanticide, sexual slavery and other… Continue reading Gospel for Asia (GFA) Spotlights 100 Million ‘Missing Women’ in Shocking Report
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Women Are Water Warriors
Last year’s “Day Zero” scare, when Cape Town, South Africa’s taps nearly ran dry, captured the world’s attention and spurred conversations about the global scarcity of water. Now, even major cities like London are facing impending water shortages. For the first time, more people are beginning to consider what it might be like to live in a world… Continue reading Women Are Water Warriors
Gospel for Asia Supported Workers Make a Difference on International Women’s Day
ASIA — Gospel for Asia (GFA)-supported workers observed International Women’s Day across Asia on March 8 by providing women with opportunities that will help them thrive in every aspect of life. National workers inaugurated new tailoring classes to provide vocational skills for underprivileged women. The classes will teach women how to successfully operate a business… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Supported Workers Make a Difference on International Women’s Day
World Help Announces Baking School to Help Women Escape Sex Industry in Thailand
FOREST, VA — Every night, thousands of girls in the beach resort town of Pattaya, Thailand, go to work in the city’s red-light districts. Some of them have been taken there from their rural homes and sold into the sex industry against their will. Most of them have no other choice — poverty has prevented them… Continue reading World Help Announces Baking School to Help Women Escape Sex Industry in Thailand
5 Million Women Line 385 Miles of Route 66 in Kerala
KERALA – In an event unprecedented in India’s history, five million women gathered in a single line along a 385-mile stretch of National Highway 66 on January 1, 2019. The focal point of “the women’s wall” was a response to being prevented from entering the Sabarimala temple even after the supreme court ruled that women… Continue reading 5 Million Women Line 385 Miles of Route 66 in Kerala
Heartache and Discrimination in Widowhood Still Facing Millions of ‘Invisible Women’
Gospel for Asia (GFA) calls attention to plight of widows worldwide who need help to face tragedy and overcome the many indignations of widowhood. WILLS POINT, Texas — More than seven years after the United Nations formally called attention to the plight of widows, millions of bereaved women \still find themselves subjected to abuse, humiliation, ostracism… Continue reading Heartache and Discrimination in Widowhood Still Facing Millions of ‘Invisible Women’
24 Women in Nepal Graduate from BE Church Vocational Training
KATMANDU – The 14th graduating class of the Believers Eastern Church vocational training class in the Diocese of Pokhara, Nepal, completed their work on 14 July 2018. A total of 24 women received their tailoring certificates at the end of the six-month course. A century ago, sewing and tailoring was a necessity for women in… Continue reading 24 Women in Nepal Graduate from BE Church Vocational Training
More Than Half of Women in India and Pakistan Are Anemic
JAIPUR – According to a report by IndiaSpend, “Anemia . . . impacts half of Indian women of reproductive age, increases the risk of maternal mortality, infection, preterm delivery, poor fetal and infant health, and puts children at lifelong risk of issues involving cognitive development and physical growth.” The report summarized the results of a… Continue reading More Than Half of Women in India and Pakistan Are Anemic
On Front Lines of Women’s Empowerment and Providing Clean Water, Gospel for Asia Celebrates Its 39th Anniversary by Releasing 2017 Highlights
In 2017, Gospel for Asia (GFA) and its worldwide affiliates working in 18 Asian nations addressed women’s issues by empowering more than 350,000 women through various ministry efforts and installed 4,673 clean-water wells. Wills Point, Texas, Discussing Women’s Issues in Asia — This month, 39 years ago, Dr. KP Yohannan founded the organization Gospel for… Continue reading On Front Lines of Women’s Empowerment and Providing Clean Water, Gospel for Asia Celebrates Its 39th Anniversary by Releasing 2017 Highlights
Women Sailors’ Success Is Inspiration for Young Indian Girls
GOA, INDIA – Six young women, all members of the Indian Navy have provided some inspiration for their younger counterparts by successfully circumnavigating the globe in a 56-foot, single-mast sailboat, the Tarini. This amazing accomplishment was the first-ever Indian expedition steered by women sailors – and, it should provide some encouragement for those in a… Continue reading Women Sailors’ Success Is Inspiration for Young Indian Girls
Dr. Robert Jeffress Calls on Americans to Remember on Memorial Day the Men and Women of Our Armed Forces Who Paid the Ultimate Price
“More than just a day off, Memorial Day is a day to solemnly remember those who have given their lives in service to the American people and gifted us with the privilege of living in a place we can still call ‘the land of the free and the home of the brave.’” — Dr. Robert Jeffress… Continue reading Dr. Robert Jeffress Calls on Americans to Remember on Memorial Day the Men and Women of Our Armed Forces Who Paid the Ultimate Price
The Missing Women Quandary Calls for a Radical Approach to Mother’s Day
Wills Point, Texas – GFA (Gospel for Asia) – Discussing the Missing Women Quandary on Mother’s Day by Karen Mains I have decided that Mother’s Day has the potential to make as many women unhappy as it does to make them feel loved and revered. This realization hit me early in my marriage when I… Continue reading The Missing Women Quandary Calls for a Radical Approach to Mother’s Day
Ending Violence Against Women | Using Education & Income Generation to Overcome Discrimination
Gospel for Asia (GFA World) Special Report on the global problem of violence against women Written By Michelle Jimenez, GFA Staff Writer Geeta, a mother of two, lived in the slums and struggled to put food on the table every day with the meager 20 rupees her husband gave her. That amount equaled less than… Continue reading Ending Violence Against Women | Using Education & Income Generation to Overcome Discrimination
Cathe Laurie, Wife of Pastor Greg Laurie, Unveils All-New ‘Virtue for Women’ Weekly Devotional
Harvest Ministries Launches All New Look and Feel, Expands Reach and Resources for Women’s Ministry Site RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Cathe Laurie, founder and director of the women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship and wife of evangelist and pastor, Greg Laurie, unveils an all-new look and feel for her popular Virtue for Women ministry website along… Continue reading Cathe Laurie, Wife of Pastor Greg Laurie, Unveils All-New ‘Virtue for Women’ Weekly Devotional
GFA Concerned About Widespread Violence Against Women
WILLS POINT, Texas – Gospel for Asia (GFA) has published an authoritative article about the seemingly endless global problem of violence against women. The euphemism of “domestic violence” used in America does not begin to describe the depth of persecution that women suffer in many other countries around the world. For many women, “the greatest… Continue reading GFA Concerned About Widespread Violence Against Women
Air India Begins Observing International Women’s Day with All-Female Flight Crew
KOLKATA – Air India has launched a series of events aimed to salute to International Women’s Day. Today, 04 March 2018, the airline announced that it had operated its Kolkata-Dimpur-Kolkata flight with an all-female crew, including flight attendants, pilot, and co-pilot. Captain Akanksha Verma and Captain Satovia Banerjee piloted the Airbus 319 on Flight AI709.… Continue reading Air India Begins Observing International Women’s Day with All-Female Flight Crew
Though Millions Suffer Violence, ‘New Dawn’ Rises for Women in Asia
From neglect of small girls to dowry violence and abandonment of widows, GFA (Gospel for Asia) highlights ‘silent suffering’ in region. NASHVILLE — While much of America is caught up in the “#MeToo” movement, a new report by GFA (Gospel for Asia) is spotlighting the scale of the daily horrors faced by women around the… Continue reading Though Millions Suffer Violence, ‘New Dawn’ Rises for Women in Asia
5 Women Killed in Russian Church Shooting
On Sunday, members of a Russian Orthodox church were celebrating the start of Lent when a gunman opened fire on the congregation. Fox News reports, “The shooting unfolded outside a church in Kizlyar, a town of about 50,000 people on the border with Chechnya. The Russian news agency TASS cited Svetlana Petrenko of the Investigative… Continue reading 5 Women Killed in Russian Church Shooting
FBOs offer Women in India Hope Despite News of Recent Rape and Murder of 6-Year-Old Girl
On Dec. 8, a 6-year-old girl was abducted while she slept beside her family. In the minutes that followed her abduction, she was brutally raped and murdered. It wasn’t until the next morning that her mom noticed she was missing. The rape and murder came as a shock to everyone in India, as she was… Continue reading FBOs offer Women in India Hope Despite News of Recent Rape and Murder of 6-Year-Old Girl
105-year-old women benefits community
Kunwar Bai Yadav is 105-year-old women. She wanted to give a gift that would benefit her community after learning about the benefits of having a toilet at a local school. The BBC explains, “‘The district collector was visiting the local school to give a speech. I also went along and there he talked about building… Continue reading 105-year-old women benefits community
Gospel for Asia Addresses Gender Equality on International Women’s Day
WILLS POINT, Texas – Gospel for Asia (GFA) joins with the international humanitarian community in commemorating today’s International Women’s Day. Gospel for Asia (GFA) partners will be offering special assistance to women in the areas where it serves in South Asia, celebrating the success of women and underscoring the wide gaps in gender equality that… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Addresses Gender Equality on International Women’s Day
2,300 Sewing Machines Given Away to Vulnerable Women by Gospel for Asia This Month
WILLS POINT, TX – The Gospel for Asia (GFA)-supported Bridge of Hope Ministry has assisted struggling families in Asia by providing 2,300 sewing machines in March to graduates of its vocational training centers. The 280 centers across the region provide students with work skills to improve their employment and economic opportunities. “Escaping from poverty often… Continue reading 2,300 Sewing Machines Given Away to Vulnerable Women by Gospel for Asia This Month
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
Recognizing Christian Media’s Best at NRB 2025 Media Awards
GRAPEVINE, TX — The 2025 NRB Convention’s Media Awards Luncheon celebrated the dedication and impact of Christian media professionals worldwide. Hosted with a spirit of gratitude and recognition, the event honored individuals and organizations that have exemplified excellence in broadcasting, digital innovation, and ministry outreach. Jim Sanders, chairman of the NRB executive committee and principal… Continue reading Recognizing Christian Media’s Best at NRB 2025 Media Awards
Tailoring Graduation Ceremonies in South Asia
SOUTH ASIA — In a heartening initiative to uplift underprivileged and unemployed women, the Women’s Fellowship Department of Believers Eastern Church in a diocese located in South Asia celebrated a momentous occasion as they hosted a graduation ceremony for a tailoring training program that had concluded. The tailoring center, established in a village in South… Continue reading Tailoring Graduation Ceremonies in South Asia
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
St. Paul’s Believers Eastern Church Organizes Free Health Check-up Camp
SOUTH ASIA — On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Believers Eastern Church in South Asia took a significant step towards community health by organizing a free health check-up camp. The initiative specifically targeted women and underprivileged individuals in the area, providing much-needed access to healthcare services. The camp addressed a critical need in the… Continue reading St. Paul’s Believers Eastern Church Organizes Free Health Check-up Camp
The Cove’s Winter Lineup: Faith-Building Seminars, Inspiring Retreats, and Uplifting Concerts
ASHEVILLE, NC — The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove’s winter schedule offers events designed to deepen participants’ faith and strengthen their understanding of God’s Word. The upcoming lineup at The Cove features seminars led by ministry leaders including Will Graham as well as special guests Michael Easley, David Arthur, O.S. Hawkins, and more.… Continue reading The Cove’s Winter Lineup: Faith-Building Seminars, Inspiring Retreats, and Uplifting Concerts
California Wildfires: Stories of Devastation and Resilience Among NRB Members
CALIFORNIA — The recent California wildfires have wreaked havoc across the state, leaving communities in ruins and forcing thousands from their homes. NRB members in the state, with a firsthand view of the situation, provided updates. “The strength of the winds, which drives the fires and complicates fighting them, was astonishing last week,” shared Jay… Continue reading California Wildfires: Stories of Devastation and Resilience Among NRB Members
Emergency Hospital Helps Sudanese Refugees Find Peace
SUDAN — As the Sudan Civil War continues after 18 months of fighting, over 2 million displaced Sudanese people have had their lives uprooted, and they are looking for a sign of hope this winter. Samaritan’s Purse has just opened an Emergency Field Hospital equipped with an operating theatre, full labor, and delivery ward to… Continue reading Emergency Hospital Helps Sudanese Refugees Find Peace
From Cape Town to Cairo
AFRICA — Christ For All Nations founder Rheinhard Bonnke dedicated his life to the vision that Africa shall be saved. He saw himself as just the forerunner of a completely new generation of Holy Spirit evangelists. In 2024, the organization has set and achieved a record number of Gospel Campaigns to commemorate its golden jubilee.… Continue reading From Cape Town to Cairo
Operation Rescue Dedicates 2024 Malachi Award to Those Persecuted and Imprisoned for the Sake of the Preborn
WICHITA, KS — Each year, The Malachi Award is given by Operation Rescue to recognize those whose sacrificial work has significantly advanced the cause of protecting the preborn. Usually, this award is given to an individual, however, the political environment of the last four years has prompted Operation Rescue to do something a little out… Continue reading Operation Rescue Dedicates 2024 Malachi Award to Those Persecuted and Imprisoned for the Sake of the Preborn
The Coming King Foundation: Celebrating 20 Years of Artistic Evangelism
WASHINGTON, DC— Inspired by a profound spiritual vision, artist Max Greiner, Jr. founded the Coming King Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to creating unique spaces for spiritual reflection and evangelism, twenty years ago. The foundation’s flagship project, the Sculpture Prayer Garden in Kerrville, Texas, is a serene outdoor sanctuary featuring biblical sculptures integrated into natural landscapes.… Continue reading The Coming King Foundation: Celebrating 20 Years of Artistic Evangelism
Africa Tabernacle Evangelism Partners to Build Churches in Zambia
AFRICA — The Assembly of God in Africa has an ambitious goal of 1 million churches by the year 2033. To help them reach their goal they’re partnering with Africa Tabernacle Evangelism, and supporters from around the world, to raise one church at a time. Outside of Lusaka, Zambia, Assembly of God missionaries Tony and… Continue reading Africa Tabernacle Evangelism Partners to Build Churches in Zambia
Hope for Children Organizes Plastic Waste Awareness Campaign in Itahari
ITAHARI, NEPAL —The Hope for Children center in the Itahari Diocese of Nepal recently conducted a successful awareness program titled Plastic Waste Sanitation Management Campaign in Ward No. 3 of the Itahari Sub-Metropolitan City, West Sirijonga. The program was graced by the presence of local leaders, including Mrs. Meena Rasaili, Ward Women Representative; Mr. Man… Continue reading Hope for Children Organizes Plastic Waste Awareness Campaign in Itahari
Ladi’s Escape: Survivor of Nigeria Christmas Attack Receives Trauma Care
NIGERIA — On 24 December 2023, militant Fulani herdsmen launched a series of attacks on Christian villages in Plateau State, Nigeria. Ladi’s* husband had already been killed in a previous attack. She herself would only narrowly escape on that night last Christmas.But now she is receiving help to deal with the trauma she encountered in… Continue reading Ladi’s Escape: Survivor of Nigeria Christmas Attack Receives Trauma Care
Christmas Campaign Sees 100,000 Christians Shine Their Light on UK Streets
UK — A UK-wide Christmas outreach campaign now in it’s second year was aiming to reach one million people with the real meaning of the season this past weekend. And even King Charles has offered his support to this major initiative. GNA reporter Peter Wooding went along to one of the Shine Your Light events… Continue reading Christmas Campaign Sees 100,000 Christians Shine Their Light on UK Streets
Christmas Courage in Ukraine’s ‘Men-less’ Churches
LOVES PARK, IL — War is robbing Ukraine’s churches of men — leaving congregations of grieving war widows and anxious wives this Christmas. Dasha recently gave birth to a baby boy. Her husband, Pavlo, didn’t live to see his newborn son. He was killed on the frontline in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region. Now a widow… Continue reading Christmas Courage in Ukraine’s ‘Men-less’ Churches
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
A Day of Joy and Care: Believers Eastern Church Marks Children’s Day
SOUTH ASIA — On November 14, 2024, Believers Eastern Church dioceses marked Children’s Day with vibrant celebrations and meaningful initiatives, highlighting the joy and innocence of childhood as a gift from God. In Bastar Diocese, a free tuition program was inaugurated in Bhataguda village to support underprivileged children, demonstrating the Church’s commitment to education and… Continue reading A Day of Joy and Care: Believers Eastern Church Marks Children’s Day
PACU Foundation Gifts $31,200 to Six North Carolina Charities
WINSTON-SALEM, NC — Piedmont Advantage Credit Union announced today that the PACU Foundation gifted $31,200 to six North Carolina charities on Giving Tuesday to increase their capacity to help area residents overcome financial hardship. Since the foundation’s formation in 2020, it has gifted more than $100,000 to area charities. “Giving Tuesday was created in 2012… Continue reading PACU Foundation Gifts $31,200 to Six North Carolina Charities
Rumana’s Story: Bangladeshi Girl is Isolated for Following Jesus
BANGLADESH — In northwest Bangladesh, nine-year-old girl, Rumana is persecuted because her family left Islam. At school, Rumana continues to face rejection and isolation every single day. But she now attends a Sunday school run by local Open Doors partners where she feels loved and accepted. Rumana: “They have been treating us badly ever since… Continue reading Rumana’s Story: Bangladeshi Girl is Isolated for Following Jesus
Teenage Girl in Central Asia Has A Fearless Faith
CENTRAL ASIA — Ailin’s* parents are deaf – and Christian – which makes them especially vulnerable to persecution in Central Asia. Rejected by their family, and even arrested, Ailin and her parents have since received practical and spiritual support from local Open Doors partners. *Name changed for security reasons. *Ailin – name changed for security… Continue reading Teenage Girl in Central Asia Has A Fearless Faith
Calls to Rise to Support Persecuted Church in Nigeria
NIGERIA — Rev. Jonathan Ugbede is deputy chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria. He shares what he’s seeing of the displacement crisis in sub-Saharan Africa and how the global church can respond. Rev. Jonathan Ugbede – Deputy Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria: The fact is millions of people are displaced from their… Continue reading Calls to Rise to Support Persecuted Church in Nigeria
Christmas ‘Chicken Challenge’ Helps Families Fly Poverty Coop
WILLS POINT, TX — A U.S. faith-based organization has hatched an “eggs-traordinary” challenge to help fight global poverty and hunger. GFA World’s “chicken challenge” is part of its annual Christmas Critter Campaign that aims to “rescue families from poverty and show them Christ’s love.” “This is not a one-time hand-out,” said Bishop Daniel, the organization’s… Continue reading Christmas ‘Chicken Challenge’ Helps Families Fly Poverty Coop
13 Families Facing Hardship Find Hope with Gift of Goats
KATHMANDU, NEPAL —On World Poverty Day, 17th October 2024, the District Women’s Fellowship Council of Rautahat District, under the Believers Eastern Church Archdiocese of Kathmandu, Nepal, took a proactive step in addressing poverty by distributing goats to impoverished families. This initiative aimed to support needy families and daily wage earners by providing them with a… Continue reading 13 Families Facing Hardship Find Hope with Gift of Goats
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
Bangladeshi Christian Girl Forgives her Persecutors
BANGLADESH — Moryom aged 9 from Bangladesh is rejected, mocked and bullied at school for her faith in Jesus. The one safe place she and her family have is their church. And thanks to support from Christian charity Open Doors, Moryom can spend time with other Christian children at Sunday school, where she is accepted… Continue reading Bangladeshi Christian Girl Forgives her Persecutors
Helping Vietnam Find Peace After Typhoon Yagi
VIETNAM — Discover how Samaritan’s Purse brings hope and relief to families affected by Super Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam with essential supplies. Vu Thi Huong – Samaritan’s Purse: I felt like fainting and didn’t want to live anymore. We were overwhelmed with panic, fear, sadness and didn’t know how to rebuild our home Super Typhoon… Continue reading Helping Vietnam Find Peace After Typhoon Yagi
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