LANCASTER, PA — With a live audience announcement, Sight & Sound unveiled the next brand-new production coming to Lancaster, PA in 2026. Following nearly three years of development, ‘JOSHUA’ is designed to be a state-of-the-art live experience immersing theater goers in a miraculous adventure to the Promised Land. From the Jordan River to the walls…
CAMEROON — Thousands of Christians in Cameroon are violently displaced by Islamist groups. In response Christian charity Open Doors is showing them that they aren’t alone, by providing much-needed food and other aid. Ali – Christian from Cameroon: What they wanted from the beginning is to make it an Islamic state. Nobody to sleep at…
THAILAND — For the families residing in Baan Nong Khae, Thailand, each arduous dry season historically signified a period of profound desperation. As the shallow wells inevitably ran dry and precious rainwater resources vanished, parents confronted agonizing choices: either allocate their scarce income towards the purchase of costly water or implement strict rationing of the…
KYIV, UKRAINE — Personal stories of Ukrainian victims of a Russian bombing —stories of loss and survival during what should have been a season of Easter celebration. “Today, we share the personal stories of Ukrainian victims of a Russian bombing —stories of loss and survival during what should have been a season of Easter celebration….
SOUTH ASIA — Demonstrating unwavering compassion and a commitment to serving humanity, a Believers Eastern Church parish in a South Asian region initiated a significant relief operation to support communities reeling from the devastating impact of flood and landslides. Guided by a dedicated local church leader, a team of devoted parish members ventured into three…
Huntington Beach, Ca — On Saturday, May 3rd, the sand and surf of Huntington Beach became holy ground as 7,752 people were baptized in the Pacific Ocean during Baptize California – the official kickoff event for Baptize America. Over the course of 10 hours, more than 25,000 people came through Huntington Beach to witness and…
ALEXANDRIA, VA — This past week, The Salvation Army was recognized in both chambers of Congress as part of National Salvation Army Week, observed May 12-18, 2025. Congressman Don Davis, N.C.-01, a member of The Salvation Army’s National Advisory Board, introduced H.Res.404 to officially recognize the occasion. Demonstrating bicameral support, Sen. Tim Kaine, Va., commemorated…
CURIBITA, PARANÁ — More than 7,000 people gathered from May 1–3 across three cities in southern Brazil for Fire Conference Brazil 2025, a multi-day spiritual awakening event that ignited hearts and united churches under a shared vision of revival. Aptly titled “Revival in Brazil,” the conference marked a significant moment in the nation’s growing hunger…
BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse has deployed disaster response teams to Laurel County, Kentucky, and St. Louis, Missouri, after a powerful storm system unleashed deadly tornadoes across the central U.S. Friday night. The storms carved a path of destruction—flattening homes, damaging businesses, and tragically taking at least 21 lives. In St. Louis, Mayor Cara Spencer…
UNITED STATES — A truly remarkable phenomenon observed in the work facilitated by Operation Blessing is the inspiring cycle of benevolence, where individuals who receive aid are often moved to then extend blessings to others, thereby creating an exponential and deeply positive impact within communities. This powerful dynamic is made possible through the generous contributions…
NORTH AFRICA — North African society is predominantly Muslim and families often turn on those who reject their traditional faith and beliefs. When Batoul* chose as a girl to follow Jesus, her mother and sisters turned on her – but she’s found the strength to continue in her faith through her church community. Batoul*: I…
WINNETKA, IL — The Armenian people are no strangers to suffering. “As you prepare to return to your homes, leave your hurt and pain with us. We will keep it for you.” said Murad from the village of Ujan, Armenia as he stood, a backdrop of mountains stretched out behind him, next to one long…
WAKE FOREST, NC — Church Initiative, a trusted publisher of Christian content and curriculum, launches GriefShare en Español, a globally trusted curriculum for navigating grief and loss. GriefShare en Español has been carefully translated and fully dubbed to ensure that participants in Latino and Hispanic communities have access to high-quality, Christ-centered materials focused on hope…
ODESSA, UKRAINE — As the news in Europe focuses on a possible ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, a Christian radio network that reaches out to people in both nations with the Gospel is serving as a peacemaker between Christians in each country, while reaching the Slavic world via satellite and Internet radio. However their team…
TAIWAN — Taiwan’s university campus prayer movement and the Beacon Lighters Kindling Revival Across Taiwan’s Universities. Tainan Taoyuan Taichung Kaohsiung Hualien and Taipei were the locations in Taiwan where the 2025 Beacon Lighters held meetings encouraging youth to pray and share their faith. The movement started in 2011. A group of youth led by Living…
SOUTH ASIA — In a significant effort to bring compassionate care and medical support to those in hard-to-reach areas, the Believers Eastern Church Diocese organized a free medical camp to provide essential healthcare services to residents of a remote village in South Asia. This area remains underserved, with limited access to specialized medical facilities. The…
HONDURAS — In Honduras, where food insecurity plagues over half the population, stability is a luxury many cannot afford. What happens when a family’s primary income dwindles, leaving them vulnerable? For numerous Hondurans, hardship offers no safety net, no solace. Orpa, a wife and mother of two residing in rural Honduras, confronted this dire reality….
MYANMAR — In March of 2025, Myanmar was shaken by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that killed over three thousand people and injured over five thousand people across the region. Kalaya and Aung were among the many people injured, but they were unable to get treatment as the local hospitals were not capable of treating the…
LONDON, ENGLAND — His Majesty King Charles III unveiled a new humanitarian aircraft at RAF Northolt in London and met delegates from Papua New Guinea (PNG) to mark the country’s 50th anniversary of independence and membership of the Commonwealth. The visit also celebrated the 80th anniversary of the world’s largest humanitarian air operator, Mission Aviation…
CANADA — The African Children’s Choir is singing its way across Canada on their fortieth anniversary tour. Children between the ages of 8 and 11 continue the singing tradition of the choir which has been inspiring international audiences since impoverished children were recruited and trained for the first children’s choir in Uganda four decades ago….
NORTH CAROLINA — Six months have elapsed since Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury upon western North Carolina, yet for numerous families, the echoes of turmoil profoundly remain. Communities once vibrant are still painstakingly working, brick by brick, to recover from the widespread devastation left in the storm’s destructive wake. Operation Blessing remains steadfast on the…
WASHINGTON, DC — Prison Fellowship, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families and a leading advocate for criminal justice reform, released the following statement after the United States Senate declared April 2025 as Second Chance Month. The Senate cosponsors of the resolution include Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Kevin…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Upper Room, the longest-running daily devotional in the world, celebrates its 90th year of publishing stories of faith and prayer in 2025. When Francis Craig approached her pastor Dr. Paul Korn with an idea for a regularly published prayer guide filled with stories and scripture, she never imagined the global impact…
BOULDER, CO — Gloo and Barna Group announced new State of the Church research findings that explore the complexities of the role of the Church and its effectiveness within various areas including community engagement, discipleship and cultural relevance. The research focused on five key church engagement trends including: Church Relevance: An exploration of Christian and…
WILLS POINT, TX – Gospel for Asia (GFA World) founded by K.P. Yohannan, has been the model for numerous charities to help the poor and deprived worldwide, shares a retrospective piece on a previously concluded GFA World Set Apart Retreat, a satisfying week for hungry souls, in advance of our latest upcoming Set Apart Retreat, June 2-8, 2025….
MYANMAR — Following the catastrophic earthquake spanning Myanmar and Thailand, Operation Blessing’s Global Disaster Response Team has mobilized to deliver urgent assistance. The disaster, which claimed thousands of lives, has prompted rapid deployment of resources to affected regions. Through donor contributions, the organization is addressing critical needs while embodying its mission to demonstrate God’s love…
NEPAL — St. Paul’s Believers Eastern Church Cathedral in a village in Nepal organized a special social program focused on improving waste management in the local community. As part of this initiative, the cathedral distributed 50 dustbins to members of a community group in the area. Speaking at the event, Mrs. Dropati Ganesh, Vice President…
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Pew Research Center’s latest “Religious Landscape Study” reveals that 63% of U.S. adults say the Bible is important, yet only 22% engage with it weekly. The Action Bible is changing that. A graphic novel-style retelling of the Bible published by David C Cook is dominating best-seller lists, signaling a demand for…
BURLINGTON, ON — As political leaders speak publicly about the importance of faith, and Canadians reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis, Crossroads Christian Communications is spotlighting its National Prayer Map, a growing expression of Canadian unity and spiritual resilience. Part of Crossroads’ Strong & Free campaign at crossroads.ca/strongandfree, the Prayer Map invites Canadians to…
KANSAS CITY, MO — CarePortal, a care-sharing technology that drives action for local children and families in crisis, announces it has served over 500,000 children and caregivers in crisis through the platform’s Care-Sharing ™ technology. “Half a million people served isn’t just a number,” said Adrien Lewis, Founder and President of CarePortal. “It’s half a…
NAYPYIDAW, MYANMAR — Samaritan’s Purse responded immediately to the earthquake in Myanmar by flying an Emergency Field Hospital to the hard-hit capital city. The 60-bed hospital is providing medical treatment to the survivors in the capital city of Naypyidaw while their team is also sharing the hope of Christ with their patients. An emergency field…
NAIROBI, KENYA — In Kenya, hundreds of thousands of people are crammed into Africa’s largest slum, Kibera is a gang-infested place of extreme poverty that lacks clean water and sanitation. The good news: hope is now rising through a Texas-based outreach called, “The Bucket Ministry”. George Thomas brings us the story from Nairobi, Kenya. Kibera…
SRI LANKA — A village in Sri Lanka was devastated by severe flood caused by exceptionally heavy rains. The floods caused significant damage to property, infrastructure, and the livelihoods of local residents. A nearby Buddhist monastery, home to over 58 monks-including the elderly and infirm-also suffered major destruction, with its kitchen, dining hall, and parts…
MILFORD, MA — The American flag is a timeless symbol of hope, freedom, and unity. For over a decade, The Salvation Army of Milford’s Annual ‘Fly the Flag’ program has been inspiring community pride and rallying support for neighbors who need it the most across the communities of Milford, Hopedale, and Mendon. This year, volunteers…
MYANMAR — A catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar unleashed widespread devastation and profound loss, tragically altering lives like that of Khine Zar Win. Orphaned by the disaster, her future seemed uncertain. In this challenging landscape, Operation Blessing is actively providing essential help and fostering hope, enabled by the vital contributions of its donors and supporters. A…
RUTHERFORDTON, NC — Christian Lingua has been globalizing Christian content via quality transactions since 2006. Offering overdubbing and subtitling services in 220+ languages, Christian Lingua has now launched Christian Lingua Connect, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing global faith outreach by breaking language barriers. This is the vision of Christian Lingua’s founder, Michael Yurchuk, who…
CALIFORNIA — The relentless inferno raged across the California hills, its roar a testament to the unfolding battle against nature’s fury. With smoke billowing skyward, a menacing gray shroud choked the air, casting a dreadful shadow over a landscape scarred by destruction – a stark panorama of loss. In its wake, residents and first responders…
PHOENIX — Grand Canyon University will wrap up its 75th Anniversary school year with the largest number of graduates in its history. GCU will have a 2024-25 graduating class of 31,104 students – with 5,669 of those taking classes on the Phoenix campus and another 25,435 who studied online. Graduates were split almost evenly among…
BERLIN — From Ukraine to the UK and from Sweden to Spain, in exactly one month, 1,000 pastors and ministry leaders from 56 countries and territories throughout Europe will come to Berlin for the European Congress on Evangelism. There has not been a gathering of this magnitude for evangelism that has represented so many different…
CHARLOTTE, NC — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) has deployed crisis-trained chaplains to the Dominican Republic following the roof collapse at a popular nightclub in the capital city of Santo Domingo. At least 221 people were killed and more than 200 were injured. “The loss of life that we have seen in this…
WASHINGTON, DC — On Thursday, May 1, 2025, millions of Americans will join hearts and voices for the 74th annual National Day of Prayer, rallying under the bold theme: “Pour Out to the God of Hope and Be Filled.” This year’s observance promises to be a powerful expression of united prayer, as gatherings stretch across…
SPARTA, WI — The Salvation Poem Project proudly announces the release of the official trailer for their much-anticipated 2D-animated film, LIGHT OF THE WORLD, scheduled for a nationwide debut on Sept. 5, 2025. The film aims to inspire and captivate audiences of all ages with the story of Jesus, combining breathtaking animation with the timeless…
TIRANA, ALBANIA — The lack of well-trained pastors and church leaders affects the health and growth of the church in many areas of the world. How to address that need was the focus of over 600 theological educators who recently gathered in Albania, looking for ways to make Biblical training more accessible and relevant for…
RICHARDSON, TX — RevelationMedia, which produces, licenses, translates and distributes engaging Bible-based media, announced the release of iBIBLE Life of Christ, the opening New Testament addition to iBIBLE—the world’s first visual and interactive Bible. The initial three episodes of iBIBLE Life of Christ were released on Easter Sunday. Featuring highly detailed and captivating animations, and…
CHARLOTTE, NC — Franklin Graham preached a message, titled “Easter from the Ashes,” on networks across the country on Easter Sunday. The program was filmed in California, among the charred remains of thousands of homes destroyed by catastrophic and unprecedented wildfires that raged through the Palisades and Altadena areas. “This Easter, I’m in Los Angeles…
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…
MYANMAR — In the aftermath of a catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake, hope is emerging in Myanmar through the unwavering efforts of Operation Blessing and its supporters. This disaster struck a nation already grappling with severe challenges, including the displacement of over 1.6 million people. As communities face yet another crisis, Operation Blessing is delivering urgent aid…
SACRAMENTO, CA — Few individuals have dedicated their craft and career to sparking real-world change quite like Jennifer Stolo. As the CEO & producer at Robert Craig Films, Stolo has spent years harnessing the power of storytelling to bring attention to critical social issues. From childhood cancer advocacy to advocating for foster youth and families…
LA MIRADA, CA — Timothy “Tim” Keller and his wife Kathy are the joint recipients of Biola University’s 2025 Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage. The award was presented on campus by Biola’s President Barry H. Corey on April 9 at 9:30 a.m. in Ethel Lee Auditorium. Tim and Kathy’s son, Michael Keller,…
PHILIPPINES — “Take care of me, Lord.” These poignant words, spoken by 74-year-old widow Josefina, encapsulate the resilience and faith displayed during a super typhoon in the Philippines. Defined by the National Weather Service as a tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 150 mph, super typhoons are among nature’s most formidable forces—terrifying in their intensity…
