LANCASTER, PA — Viewpoint, the acclaimed educational program hosted by celebrated actor Dennis Quaid, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Global Disciples for an insightful segment focused on sustainable and reproducible training resources for churches in areas of the world least-reached with the gospel. The segment is set to film in July 2024… Continue reading Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid Teams Up with Global Disciples for Special Segment on Sustainable Training Resources for Churches
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Bible School Trains Thousands in Vietnam
VIETNAM— Thirty years ago, Pastor Barnabas* set up a secret Bible school in Vietnam with the help of Open Doors partners. Since then, he’s helped to train thousands of Christians in Vietnam who have gone on to share the gospel in their communities! Pastor Barnabas* – name changed for security reasons: I don’t have any… Continue reading Bible School Trains Thousands in Vietnam
Pastor Juan Martinez Unveils ‘Prison Break’ To Help Set the Body of Christ Free From Bondages, Walk in Freedom and Forgiveness
LAKE MARY, FL —Pastor Juan Martinez is helping to set the captives free with his 21-day devotional, Prison Break (ISBN-13: 978-1-63641-387-7). After experiencing the reality of a physical prison cell, Martinez has made it his life’s mission to help other individuals break free from the chains holding them back to walk in a life of… Continue reading Pastor Juan Martinez Unveils ‘Prison Break’ To Help Set the Body of Christ Free From Bondages, Walk in Freedom and Forgiveness
Water Well Brings Community Reconciliation to Ethiopia
ETHIOPIA — Pastor Eliso* remembers that Christians and Muslims in his community used to be at odds with one another. But that all changed for the better when local Open Doors partners helped his church to build a water well in Ethiopia. Pastor Eliso* – name changed for security reasons: “So before this water project,… Continue reading Water Well Brings Community Reconciliation to Ethiopia
[HOLD] Major Gathering of Converts from Islam to Christianity in Iraq
IRAQ — When someone converts from Islam to Christianity in Iraq it can spell a death sentence for them. Despite these risks an increasing number of men and women are taking this bold step, but at a serious cost of intense persecution and isolation. Until they met recently for an Enduring Faith Conference, hosted by… Continue reading [HOLD] Major Gathering of Converts from Islam to Christianity in Iraq
‘Miracles and Breakthroughs’ During Mass Crusades Across Uganda
UGANDA — Christ for All Nations (CfaN), led by Evangelist Daniel Kolenda reports they have experienced extraordinary spiritual breakthroughs and miraculous events during their first seven of fifteen mass gospel crusades in Uganda. Christ for All Nations (CfaN), led by Evangelist Daniel Kolenda, has completed the first seven of fifteen mass gospel crusades in Uganda… Continue reading ‘Miracles and Breakthroughs’ During Mass Crusades Across Uganda
Thankful for Clean Water in Carriacou
CARRIACOU — Selma Cahhiste gives thanks for the fresh, clean water Samaritan’s Purse is providing residents of Carriacou after Hurricane Beryl heavily damaged the island’s water supply. Selma Cahhiste: Many hurricanes before, not like this one. This one is the worst ever past. I don’t have a house right now, everything washed away. I don’t… Continue reading Thankful for Clean Water in Carriacou
PMI Foods Donates 5,000 Pounds of Prime Ribs to City of Refuge to Help Victims of Human Trafficking
SALT LAKE CITY — Parker Migliorini International (PMI Foods) just announced a renewed partnership with City of Refuge to provide crucial assistance to thousands of the most vulnerable members of our society. PMI Food’s recent donation of 5,000 pounds of prime ribs will provide thousands of meals to victims of human trafficking, homeless individuals, and… Continue reading PMI Foods Donates 5,000 Pounds of Prime Ribs to City of Refuge to Help Victims of Human Trafficking
Gospel Broadcasts Bring Hope and Peace to Ukraine
KYIV, UKRAINE —While soldiers on the frontlines struggle to access electricity or the internet FEBC Ukraine is ensuring they can hear the Gospel message through their distribution of solar powered radios. As well as having the Bible loaded onto them they are tuned into their station Radio M, which is seeing many of the troops… Continue reading Gospel Broadcasts Bring Hope and Peace to Ukraine
Christian Filmmakers’ ‘Toxic’ Movie Takes Off On Major Middle East Airlines
BOONE, IA — 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… Continue reading Christian Filmmakers’ ‘Toxic’ Movie Takes Off On Major Middle East Airlines
A Child Safety and Prevention Project Led by An Inspiring Puppet
SPAIN —”Alexia Teach Us” is an innovative initiative aimed at children aged 4 to 8 and their parents, focused on creating a culture of child safety and prevention against abuse. Alexia Enseñanos is a project aimed at children from 4 to 8 years old and their parents to create a culture of prevention. It is… Continue reading A Child Safety and Prevention Project Led by An Inspiring Puppet
Creating a Safe Haven in Ethiopia
TIGRAY, ETHIOPIA —The Samaritan’s Purse project Tesfa for Tigray has created a safe haven for children who have fled ongoing conflict in Ethiopia. My city is Humera. It is my favorite city and a wonderful city. I miss my hometown Humera the blessed city. The sun rises from Western Tigray. Because of her children the… Continue reading Creating a Safe Haven in Ethiopia
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team to Hold “Sharing Hope in Crisis” Training in Jacksonville, North Carolina
JACKSONVILLE, NC — From personal tragedies like disease, death and financial difficulties to catastrophes on a massive scale such as shootings, fires and floods, many Christians may feel unprepared to offer comfort and hope to those grieving and in despair. On Aug. 10, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT)—a nationwide network of crisis-trained chaplains… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team to Hold “Sharing Hope in Crisis” Training in Jacksonville, North Carolina
Solar Powered Radios Help Remote Kenyan Communities Access The Word of God
KENYA — While many of Kenya’s most remote communities have little access to electricity Christian radio station Lulu FM is helping them to access the power of the Word of God and the Gospel through distributing solar powered radios. Kenya based Christian radio station Lulu FM is on a mission to expand the reach of… Continue reading Solar Powered Radios Help Remote Kenyan Communities Access The Word of God
Samaritan’s Purse Airlifts Emergency Relief Supplies to Grenada in Response To Hurricane Beryl
BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse sent a Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) along with more than 24 tons of life-saving supplies to the Caribbean. The N.C.-based organization stood up an Incident Management Team over the weekend as Hurricane Beryl began to strengthen, preparing to respond to the storm. Less than 24 hours after the hurricane… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Airlifts Emergency Relief Supplies to Grenada in Response To Hurricane Beryl
Sight & Sound Partners to Premiere Their First Ever LIVE Broadcast into Movie Theaters Nationwide, Courtesy of Fathom Events
LANCASTER, PA —Following a decade of taking their spectacular theater experience from the stage to the screen, Sight & Sound is partnering with Fathom Events to do something Sight & Sound has never done before — broadcast a production LIVE into movie theaters nationwide. “We know not everyone can come to us, so we want… Continue reading Sight & Sound Partners to Premiere Their First Ever LIVE Broadcast into Movie Theaters Nationwide, Courtesy of Fathom Events
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
Samaritan’s Purse Deploys Disaster Relief Unit to Southeast Texas
BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse is responding to Southeast Texas after Hurricane Beryl unleashed a barrage of severe weather with damaging wind gusts and torrential rainfall that claimed at least 8 lives and inundated communities. Today, a Disaster Relief Unit—a tractor-trailer filled with tools and equipment—is on the way to Brazoria County, Texas where the… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Deploys Disaster Relief Unit to Southeast Texas
The Salvation Army Responds to Continued Impact of Hurricane Beryl
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams are coordinating mass feeding operations as Hurricane Beryl continues to impact the southern coast of Texas after making landfall as a Category I hurricane the morning of July 8. As the earliest recorded Category V hurricane ever, trained disaster relief personnel were ready to… Continue reading The Salvation Army Responds to Continued Impact of Hurricane Beryl
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy Following Hurricane Beryl
CHARLOTTE, NC — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying to Brazoria County, Texas, after Hurricane Beryl hit the coast of the state as a Category 1 storm. Hurricane Beryl plowed through the Caribbean as a Category 5 – the earliest reported storm of this magnitude – causing destruction on multiple islands before… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy Following Hurricane Beryl
Ongoing Relief Response in Caribbean to Hurricane Beryl
CARIACCOU — Samaritan’s Purse has airlifted dozens of personnel and many tons of relief and medical supplies to Cariaccou where Hurricane Beryl made landfall July 1 as a Category 5 storm. Everyone in Karaku lost everything. They lost their home, they lost their clothes, they lost their food, they lost water. It’s in a mess.… Continue reading Ongoing Relief Response in Caribbean to Hurricane Beryl
Andrew Palau Joins Local Churches Across Northeast England for Historic Collaborative Evangelistic Campaign
TEESSIDE, ENGLAND — Several years of prayer and preparation led to more than 70 churches from throughout Northeast England coming together for Festival Teesside with Andrew Palau earlier this month. In an effort that can only be described as historic for the region, this evangelistic festival, along with more than a dozen surrounding events, is… Continue reading Andrew Palau Joins Local Churches Across Northeast England for Historic Collaborative Evangelistic Campaign
Over 570,000 Children & Teens Receive Free Bibles in Eastern Europe and Beyond
FORT WORTH, TX — EEM (Eastern European Mission) successfully concluded its annual Bibles for Kids campaign yesterday to fund printing and distribution of more than 570,000 children and teen Bibles free for young souls across Eastern Europe and beyond. This brings the total over the last three years to more than 1.7 million Bibles in… Continue reading Over 570,000 Children & Teens Receive Free Bibles in Eastern Europe and Beyond
Christ for All Nations (CfaN) Witnesses Miracles and Breakthroughs During the First 7 of 15 Mass Crusades Across Uganda
ORLANDO, FL — Christ for All Nations (CfaN), led by Evangelist Daniel Kolenda, has experienced extraordinary spiritual breakthroughs and miraculous events during its first seven of fifteen mass gospel crusades in Uganda. Each crusade is five nights long, meaning they preached the gospel in multiple locations for 35 nights in just 10 days. This is… Continue reading Christ for All Nations (CfaN) Witnesses Miracles and Breakthroughs During the First 7 of 15 Mass Crusades Across Uganda
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to Host “Summit De Evangelismo” for Hispanic Church Leaders
DENVER —The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) will train and encourage Hispanic pastors and church leaders at the “Summit de Evangelismo” (Evangelism Summit) in Denver on Aug. 3, 2024. This will be the first Hispanic-focused event hosted by the BGEA in Colorado. The Summit will feature a variety of teachers and speakers who will explore… Continue reading The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to Host “Summit De Evangelismo” for Hispanic Church Leaders
Samaritan’s Purse Expands Emergency Response for Hurricane Beryl Victims to Three Hard-Hit Areas
BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse has launched its third emergency relief flight to the Caribbean in less than a week, this time, delivering vital supplies to Jamaica as the island begins to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Today’s flight carried out by the organization’s DC-8 cargo plane carried essential materials like tarps and… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Expands Emergency Response for Hurricane Beryl Victims to Three Hard-Hit Areas
God Bless America
SAN DIEGO —Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord. Over 200 years ago Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence and declared to the world, along with 55 other men, that “all men are created equal and endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, among those are life, liberty and the pursuit… Continue reading God Bless America
Crackdown of Christians in Hong Kong Spreading
CHINA— The persecution of Christians in mainland China is now spreading to Hong Kong, warns Release International, which serves the persecuted Church around the world. A new law could force Catholic priests in Hong Kong to reveal the secrets of the confessional. Partners of UK-based Release International say the British government has a responsibility… Continue reading Crackdown of Christians in Hong Kong Spreading
Christian Educators Gather in Kenya
NAIROBI, KENYA —Organized by Christian children’s charity CRY the aim is to bring together local and native Christian African educators who have the best understanding of what young people need to further their lives and escape poverty. Christian children’s charity CRY recently hosted an educational forum for African educators in Nairobi in Kenya, which was… Continue reading Christian Educators Gather in Kenya
Facing the Future in Ethiopia with Great Hope
TIGRAY, ETHIOPIA — Samaritan’s Purse is helping to bring hope and healing to families in Tigray, Ethiopia, who have been internally displaced by ongoing conflict. Man 1: Samaritan’s Purse are here today in a small northern Ethiopian town. We’re here supporting the people who have been impacted by the recent conflict. Man 2: The conflict… Continue reading Facing the Future in Ethiopia with Great Hope
Franklin Graham Preaches in Glasgow, Scotland, Also Announces Creation of The Billy Graham Defense Fund to Support Religious Freedom in The UK
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND — Franklin Graham preached in Glasgow tonight where a crowd of 7,560 people filled the OVO Hydro for the God Loves You Tour UK. “Maybe you’re here tonight and you’re wanting to know, who is Jesus?” Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse, told the… Continue reading Franklin Graham Preaches in Glasgow, Scotland, Also Announces Creation of The Billy Graham Defense Fund to Support Religious Freedom in The UK
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Spencer, Iowa, After Historic Flooding Devastates the Region
CHARLOTTE, NC — Following record-breaking flooding that devastated parts of Iowa over the weekend, damaging nearly 2,000 properties and prompting widespread evacuations, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is mobilizing to Spencer, Iowa, to provide support to those affected. “The devastation caused by these floods in northwest Iowa is truly heartbreaking. The impact on… Continue reading Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplains Deploy to Spencer, Iowa, After Historic Flooding Devastates the Region
Marching Together for Life in Romania
ROMANIA — The “March for Life” 2024, with the theme “Building Together for Life,” took place recently in various cities across Romania and in the Republic of Moldova. In Cluj, Napoca, the event was organized with the blessing of His Eminence Andrei, Archbishop and Metropolitan of Cluj, and took place in Avram Iancu Square, in… Continue reading Marching Together for Life in Romania
NRB Welcomes Fifteen New Members
WASHINGTON, DC— The National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), the world’s largest association of Christian communicators, is pleased to announce the addition of 15 organizations and individuals as NRB members in the second quarter of 2024. “We are delighted to welcome these fifteen new members into the NRB family,” said President & CEO Troy A. Miller. “There’s… Continue reading NRB Welcomes Fifteen New Members
Historic All-Sign-Language Movie ‘Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film’ Comes to Theaters
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA — Joseph Josselyn remembers being fascinated by the 1977 drama “Jesus of Nazareth” — but as a Deaf child, he had to rely on closed captions to catch the dialogue. “I had this thought: I wonder what it would be like if this film was completely in sign language,” Josselyn said in… Continue reading Historic All-Sign-Language Movie ‘Jesus: A Deaf Missions Film’ Comes to Theaters
Coptic Solidarity to Host 12th Annual Conference Discussing Hate Based on Religion
WASHINGTON —Coptic Solidarity hosted its 12th Annual Conference The Coptic Problem: Hate Based on Religion in Washington, D.C., June 13-14. This leading policy event unites legislators, academics, policy professionals, and activists to discuss the situation of human rights and democracy for Copts in Egypt as well as other indigenous minorities in the region. The Policy… Continue reading Coptic Solidarity to Host 12th Annual Conference Discussing Hate Based on Religion
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
Moldova Holds its Breath Over Ukraine War as Churches Keep Hope Alive
LOVES PARK, IL — A new evangelical church movement is bringing hope to Moldova — a vulnerable, ex-communist nation on the edge of the Ukraine war. “Concern among Moldovans is very real that, after Ukraine, they could be next,” said Eric Mock, senior vice president of ministry operations at Illinois-based Slavic Gospel Association (SGA), a… Continue reading Moldova Holds its Breath Over Ukraine War as Churches Keep Hope Alive
Bringing Relief to Israel and Gaza
ISRAEL — Samaritan’s Purse is serving the desperate needs of people on both sides of Israel by providing relief, food, ambulances, and other critically needed supplies in partnership with local churches and ministries. John Silkman – Samaritan’s Purse: These things I have spoken unto you to give you peace. In this world you will find… Continue reading Bringing Relief to Israel and Gaza
The Voice of the Martyrs Recognizes Christians Persecuted by ISIS
BARTLESVILLE, OK — Christians around the world will observe Day of the Christian Martyr on June 29, 2024, which according to church tradition, marks the anniversary of the Apostle Paul’s beheading in Rome. VOM is honoring Christians persecuted in Mosul, Iraq for Day of the Christian Martyr on June 29. In the summer of 2014,… Continue reading The Voice of the Martyrs Recognizes Christians Persecuted by ISIS
Laying the Foundation for the Revival of Christianity in Europe
NEW YORK — On June 15th, Shincheonji New Heaven New Earth Church of Jesus hosted a Bible seminar in Paris, France. The seminar was prepared in response to requests from pastors eager for the revival of Christianity in Europe. Around 7,000 people attended the event, including about 1,000 pastors. Saturday’s seminar is part of the… Continue reading Laying the Foundation for the Revival of Christianity in Europe
Helping Vulnerable Children in South America’s Dangerous Migration Route
SOUTH AMERICA— Despite the dangers of the Darién jungle, it has become a popular route for migrants from Central and South America seeking to reach the United States. Among the numerous challenges faced by walkers are exposure to diseases, injuries, violence, extortion, forced recruitment, and more.Christian charity World Vision is helping the most vulnerable passing… Continue reading Helping Vulnerable Children in South America’s Dangerous Migration Route
Ministry to Children from In-Crisis Families During the War (Kyiv, Ukraine)
KYIV, UKRAINE — It has been more than 140 days since the beginning of the war in Ukraine. But even in this difficult and horrible time, we are experiencing God’s love. In dangerous situations it is easier for closed hearts to open up. Watch this video about the ministry to children from at-risk families during… Continue reading Ministry to Children from In-Crisis Families During the War (Kyiv, Ukraine)
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
CfaN Launches Groundbreaking Series of 15 Mass Crusades Across Uganda
ORLANDO, FL —This week, Christ for All Nations (CfaN), led by Evangelist Daniel Kolenda, embarks on an unprecedented evangelistic mission across Uganda. In a historic initiative, CfaN will conduct 15 mass crusades, each spanning 4 to 5 nights, totaling 70 nights of crusades. This monumental series aims to transform lives and spread a message of… Continue reading CfaN Launches Groundbreaking Series of 15 Mass Crusades Across Uganda
New Research Shows Substantial Impact on Participants in Compassion Programs
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Surrounding International Children’s Day in June, Compassion International, a leading child development organization, announced the release of a new study showing the positive impacts on alumni who have participated in Compassion programs in partnership with local churches. The pilot research project titled “100 and 1 Alumni: Long-Term Impact and Ripple Effect,”… Continue reading New Research Shows Substantial Impact on Participants in Compassion Programs
Andrew Palau Returned to Jamaica, Where He Accepted Christ, to Lead Evangelistic Festival
JAMAICA —At 27 years old, being the rebellious son of one of the world’s most well-known evangelists, Andrew Palau never thought that 31 years later he would return to Jamaica, where he accepted Christ, to lead his own evangelistic festival. 31 Years After Accepting Christ as the Rebellious Son of a Preacher Thanks to His… Continue reading Andrew Palau Returned to Jamaica, Where He Accepted Christ, to Lead Evangelistic Festival
25 Speakers from 15 Countries Announced for May 2025 European Congress on Evangelism
BERLIN — In exactly one year, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s European Congress on Evangelism will take place in Berlin. “When my father, Billy Graham, was near the end of his life, he was asked what he thought his greatest accomplishment had been. He instantly said it was ‘the conferences,’ meaning the five congresses that… Continue reading 25 Speakers from 15 Countries Announced for May 2025 European Congress on Evangelism
Moises’ Story: The Love of a Family in El Salvador
EL SALVADOR — Moises Groezinger shares how his life was transformed when he received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift as an orphan in El Salvador. Moises Groezinger: My name is Moises Groezinger. I’m from El Salvador. I’m a volunteer firefighter. I don’t know much about my country because I was raised in an orphanage.… Continue reading Moises’ Story: The Love of a Family in El Salvador
Feeding People in Lebanon Practically and Spiritually
LEBANON —In the midst of the economic crisis and the Middle East war impacting the people of Lebanon, not only are people physically hungry but also spiritually. In response Christian ministry Help The Persecuted is providing families with emergency food and medical supplies and treatment, but also sharing the word of God and the good… Continue reading Feeding People in Lebanon Practically and Spiritually