LOVES PARK, IL — Courageous churches on the edge of an active war zone are in a race against time to save the lives of children as bitter winter weather looms. Members of evangelical churches near the disputed mountainous enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh — straddling Armenia and Azerbaijan — are acting as frontline responders as heavy… Continue reading Churches ‘Race Against Time’ to Save Children in War Zone
Tag: COVID-19
CityServe & Produce Alliance, Inc. Deliver Over 54 Million Pounds of Food
BAKERSFIELD, CA — In round three of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farmers to Families Food Box Program, CityServe, a faith-based nonprofit, and Produce Alliance, Inc., one of the nation’s leading produce procurement and distribution companies, and USDA approved contractor, collaborated in a unique partnership to feed families. Occurring from September 22 through… Continue reading CityServe & Produce Alliance, Inc. Deliver Over 54 Million Pounds of Food
Gospel for Asia Extends COVID-19 Hunger Relief to Americans
WILLS POINT, TX — One of the world’s biggest poverty-alleviating organizations has started distributing food to families impacted by COVID-19 on its own doorstep in Texas. Gospel for Asia (GFA World) — known for clean water projects and disaster relief in Asia’s poorest nations — is helping distribute food to hundreds of families living near… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Extends COVID-19 Hunger Relief to Americans
CityServe: Illuminating Hope in the Darkness
BAKERSFIELD, CA – CityServe is a faith-based organization that enlists and mobilizes local churches to expand a church’s capacity to minister to a specific initiative, empower more people to be a light in their community, and offer Biblical solutions to the broken people in the community. Farmers to Families Food Box Program The organization engages… Continue reading CityServe: Illuminating Hope in the Darkness
International Day of Prayer for Africa to Feature 24 Hours of Online Intercession
ORLANDO — On the 6th of November 2020, Christ for All Nations (CfaN) will host an International Day of Prayer for Africa. The live-stream event will literally circle the globe with 24-hours of prayer for our brothers and sisters in Africa! Beginning in Germany at 04:00am EST/10:00am CET, and moving eastward, each CfaN office will… Continue reading International Day of Prayer for Africa to Feature 24 Hours of Online Intercession
CityServe Network Delivers 23+ Million Pounds of Food to Families in Need
BAKERSFIELD, CA — Over 23 million pounds of food has been distributed through churches and faith-based organizations in CityServe Network since the launch of the United States Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families Food Box Program in May 2020. Given the ongoing pandemic, CityServe Network’s expansive HUB to POD distribution model has made fresh, nutritious… Continue reading CityServe Network Delivers 23+ Million Pounds of Food to Families in Need
Luis Palau Association Hosts Online Gathering For Pastors in Crisis Times
PORTLAND, OR — There’s no question this has been one of the most difficult years in history, and pastors and church leaders have not been immune to this pain, according to the Luis Palau Association. The ministry reports many are struggling to keep perspective, stay encouraged, and lead their churches well. In an effort to… Continue reading Luis Palau Association Hosts Online Gathering For Pastors in Crisis Times
Global Media Outreach Launches ‘Something Better,’ Hope for America Delivered Digitally
PLANO, TX — Global Media Outreach – the world’s leader in online evangelism – is forming a strategic alliance with Journeys with the Messiah to turn attention to the U.S., by creating Something Better, an innovative digital campaign reaching more than 150 million Americans with the Gospel message. “2020 has dealt one devastating blow after… Continue reading Global Media Outreach Launches ‘Something Better,’ Hope for America Delivered Digitally
Gospel for Asia Helps Release Thousands from ‘Jaws of Hunger’ Caused by COVID-19
WILLS POINT, TX – Gospel for Asia (GFA World and affiliates like Gospel for Asia Canada) founded by Dr. K.P. Yohannan – Discussing how humanitarian agency Gospel for Asia (GFA World) is releasing hundreds of thousands of families from jaws of hunger amid COVID-19. Hunger relief efforts led by two Texas-based organizations are helping thousands… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Helps Release Thousands from ‘Jaws of Hunger’ Caused by COVID-19
Life Light Ministries
LOUISVILLE, KY – Life Light Ministries operates children’s homes and Christian schools and trains indigenous Christians for leadership roles in their communities in South Asia. From its humble beginnings, Life Light Ministries model has been to establish a training ground from which to launch disciples to establish self-supporting, self-governing, and self-propagating local churches. The faith-based… Continue reading Life Light Ministries
Royal Family KIDS to Leverage CarePortal to Help Kids and Families in Crisis Nationwide
SANTA ANA, CA — Royal Family KIDS (RFK) recently kicked off a new partnership with CarePortal, an online platform and growing national initiative that connects families in crisis with people who are eager to help. Starting in 10 states, thousands of volunteers will soon be able to more efficiently serve at-risk children and foster families… Continue reading Royal Family KIDS to Leverage CarePortal to Help Kids and Families in Crisis Nationwide
‘The Touch of God’: Greg Laurie Back in the Pulpit, John Hagee Recovering from ‘COVID Pneumonia’ | CBN News
Pastor Greg Laurie, the senior pastor of the Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California is back in the pulpit after battling COVID-19. Pastor Laurie announced on Oct. 5 that he had tested positive for the coronavirus, but felt well and was in quarantine. Laurie told CBN News, “The truth is I was thankfully never terribly… Continue reading ‘The Touch of God’: Greg Laurie Back in the Pulpit, John Hagee Recovering from ‘COVID Pneumonia’ | CBN News
From Lockdown to Locker Room: Best-Selling Author Josh McDowell Calls Church to Address ‘Natural Climate of Challenges’ Facing Gen Z
PLANO, TX — As the COVID-19 pandemic shows signs of slowing down and then accelerating again—like a perilous roller coaster ride–an apologist, who has worked with and researched young people in the church for nearly 55 years, is sounding the alarm about the impact of lockdown isolation on Generation Z—especially as they go back to… Continue reading From Lockdown to Locker Room: Best-Selling Author Josh McDowell Calls Church to Address ‘Natural Climate of Challenges’ Facing Gen Z
Thousands Commit to Christ at Virtual Harvest Crusade
IRVINE, CA — The annual Harvest crusade of Pastor and evangelist Greg Laurie was held virtual this year because of the coronavirus, and thousands have committed to Christ for the first time. The longtime Southern California pastor noted the many ills that have proliferated given the pandemic and the shakiness of the economy. Yet the… Continue reading Thousands Commit to Christ at Virtual Harvest Crusade
African Mission Healthcare launches ‘O2Africa’ campaign to provide $1M for critically needed oxygen to treat COVID-19 and other acutely ill patients in sub-Saharan Africa
DELAND, FL — African Mission Healthcare (AMH) has announced its O2Africa campaign to raise $1 million to make oxygen sustainably available to care for COVID-19 and other acutely ill patients in sub-Saharan Africa. AMH will immediately invest $360,000 made possible by the generosity of co-founder Mark Gerson and his wife Rabbi Erica Gerson, who are… Continue reading African Mission Healthcare launches ‘O2Africa’ campaign to provide $1M for critically needed oxygen to treat COVID-19 and other acutely ill patients in sub-Saharan Africa
Samaritan’s Purse Assembles Field Hospital in the Bahamas
BAHAMAS — Samaritan’s Purse has raised a 28-bed Emergency Field Hospital in Nassau, the Bahamas, to help battle the COVID-19 pandemic there. The charity is partnering with Princess Margaret Hospital in this fight to save lives. Dr. Elliott Tenpenny, Samaritan’s Purse Rather strange on the streets– seeing these beautiful city streets utterly devoid of people.… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Assembles Field Hospital in the Bahamas
Hope for Nigerian Widow Abigail During COVID-19
NIGERIA — Following the death of her husband in an attack by militant Fulani herdsmen in April – during which most of the family’s belongings were burnt – Abigail* not only faced the grief of losing a loved one but the anguish of not knowing if there was enough food the next day to feed… Continue reading Hope for Nigerian Widow Abigail During COVID-19
Ministry Brands Releases New Survey on Impact of COVID-19 on Churches
LENOIR CITY, TN — To document the impact of COVID-19 on churches, Ministry Brands – the leading provider of software, services, and information platforms for churches, ministries, and those they serve – today released new data from a recently completed national survey of churches across multiple denominations. The report, “Coping with COVID-19: Insights from Church… Continue reading Ministry Brands Releases New Survey on Impact of COVID-19 on Churches
A New Partnership Brings Students a Message of Purpose
WHITTIER, CA — The years spent in high school are a pivotal time, where plans for the future, hopes, dreams and the purpose of life are at the forefront of young people’s minds. It can also be a time of confusion, lack of direction, depression and even hopelessness. Knowing that God has a plan and… Continue reading A New Partnership Brings Students a Message of Purpose
Survey Reveals Turnaround in Church Giving
WASHINGTON — A new survey of churches across America reveals a turnaround for church financial health — halting a downward trend in church giving caused by COVID-19. The findings are welcome news for churches as the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) launches the second annual Bless Your Pastor (BlessYourPastor.org) campaign to equip churches for October… Continue reading Survey Reveals Turnaround in Church Giving
U.S. Ministry Brings Christmas Joy to Russia’s ‘Forgotten’ Children
LOVES PARK, IL — A U.S.-based evangelical mission that partners with local churches to serve orphans, widows, and others in need across Russia and the former Soviet Union aims to share the true meaning and hope of Christmas with 50,000 needy ‘forgotten’ children this year. From Russia’s capital Moscow to the Siberian wastelands — and… Continue reading U.S. Ministry Brings Christmas Joy to Russia’s ‘Forgotten’ Children
The Witness of a Wheelchair for Haitian Boy Louie
PORT AU PRINCE, HAITI — In Haiti, a country faced with ongoing challenges of political turmoil and poverty, Louie Pierre Oujee was born with a disability—his legs were outstretched and he had no feeling below the knee. Unable to walk, Louie is now 5 years old and can only get around by pushing on his… Continue reading The Witness of a Wheelchair for Haitian Boy Louie
Samaritan’s Purse Deploys Emergency Field Hospital to the Bahamas
GREENSBORO, NC — Samaritan’s Purse has deployed an Emergency Field Hospital and a disaster assistance response team to Nassau, the Bahamas, at the request of the Bahamian prime minister to help treat the rising number of COVID-19 patients there. Their DC-8 cargo jet left Thursday morning from Greensboro, North Carolina, carrying the 28-bed COVID care… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Deploys Emergency Field Hospital to the Bahamas
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez to Release ‘From Survive to Thrive’, a Book about Hope in the Midst of a Pandemic
SACRAMENTO — Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christina Leadership Conference and #1 New York Times bestselling author, will release his newest book “From Survive to Thrive” (Charisma House) on Nov. 17. In “From Survive to Thrive,” Rodriguez takes an honest look at the pain millions of people are experiencing during the Covid-19… Continue reading Rev. Samuel Rodriguez to Release ‘From Survive to Thrive’, a Book about Hope in the Midst of a Pandemic
Iran: Fastest Growing Church in the World
CANADA — In spite of persecution Iran has the fastest growing church in the world. It’s often the Muslim converts who face the worst persecution. Greg Musselman interviews Dr. Hormoz Shariat, founder of Iran Alive Ministries, which has seen an amazing response to the Gospel during COVID-19. Hundreds are calling in each week to accept… Continue reading Iran: Fastest Growing Church in the World
Samaritan’s Purse Improving Health Access in South Sudan
SOUTH SUDAN — Samaritan’s Purse is working in South Sudan to improve health in communities through their nutrition program that educates families and schoolchildren about various health-related issues, including COVID-19 prevention. Million Markos, Samaritan’s Purse I am Million Markos, the nutrition program manager of Samaritan’s Purse – South Sudan. The main objective of our program… Continue reading Samaritan’s Purse Improving Health Access in South Sudan
New Survey Reveals Turnaround in Church Giving
WASHINGTON — A new survey of churches across America reveals a turnaround for church financial health — halting a downward trend in church giving caused by COVID-19. The findings are welcome news for churches as the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) launches the second annual Bless Your Pastor (BlessYourPastor.org) campaign to equip churches for October… Continue reading New Survey Reveals Turnaround in Church Giving
Nigerian Bible Translators Asking for Help as Pandemic, Terrorist Attacks on Christians, and Economic Collapse Halt Work
ORLANDO, FL — Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, reports that Nigerian Bible translators are asking for help after suspending Bible translation projects in 30 languages. The global pandemic, terrorism, and economic collapse have brought Bible translation to a halt… Continue reading Nigerian Bible Translators Asking for Help as Pandemic, Terrorist Attacks on Christians, and Economic Collapse Halt Work
375 Million Children in ‘Crushing Poverty’ Says Gospel for Asia
WILLS POINT, TX — Around 375 million children worldwide — including nearly one-in-six children in the U.S. — live in crushing poverty, says a new report coinciding with the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, Oct. 17. The staggering global number — equal to the entire populations of the U.S. and Canada combined —… Continue reading 375 Million Children in ‘Crushing Poverty’ Says Gospel for Asia
Luis Palau Association to Host Nationwide Pastors Gathering RE:NEW Talks on October 29
PORTLAND, OR — There’s no question this has been one of the most difficult years in history, and pastors and church leaders have not been immune to this pain. Many are struggling to keep perspective, stay encouraged, and lead their churches well. In an effort to bring unique encouragement and support to pastors during this… Continue reading Luis Palau Association to Host Nationwide Pastors Gathering RE:NEW Talks on October 29
Gospel for Asia Invites Public to COVID-19 Grocery Giveaway
WILLS POINT, TX — Supported by a small band of local volunteers and ministry partners, Gospel for Asia (GFA World) is gearing up to give away hundreds of free food packages Saturday, Oct. 24, to help local families impacted by COVID-19. The COVID-19 food relief giveaway is the fourth grocery distribution in recent months at… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Invites Public to COVID-19 Grocery Giveaway
CityServe Delivers Over 5 Million USDA Farmers to Families Food Boxes to Families in the ‘Last Mile of Need’
BAKERSFIELD, CA — Since the United States Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families Food Box Program launched in May 2020, CityServe’s collaborative network of churches and faith-based organizations have distributed over 5 million food boxes across the United States. Food box distribution in CityServe’s network totals over 120 million pounds of wholesome foods delivered to… Continue reading CityServe Delivers Over 5 Million USDA Farmers to Families Food Boxes to Families in the ‘Last Mile of Need’
LA Dream Center’s ‘Restart Learning Center’ Provides Critical Service to Families Struggling with Remote Learning
LOS ANGELES — The Restart Learning Center, now in its tenth week of operation, is a new service the Los Angeles Dream Center began providing at their Echo Park campus at the start of an unusual school year. With remote learning providing an additional challenge for working families, and unstable or non-existent wifi connections for… Continue reading LA Dream Center’s ‘Restart Learning Center’ Provides Critical Service to Families Struggling with Remote Learning
US Family Retreats at Home for Special Needs Families During COVID-19
USA — When COVID-19 hit, Joni and Friends developed creative new ways to serve families across America living with disabilities. Through Family Retreat at Home they’re providing spiritual refreshment as they focus on God’s love and connect with other families facing similar challenges. Tabitha Williams – Joni & Friends Bay Area Family Retreat at Home… Continue reading US Family Retreats at Home for Special Needs Families During COVID-19
FLM Continues to Provide Hope for Haiti in the Midst of COVID-19
PITTSBURGH — A pandemic won’t stop FLM Haiti’s efforts to provide needed support for the Haitian people. In fact, the need is even greater this year as Haiti continues to fight the impact of COVID-19 and other ongoing challenges related to education, health care, and housing. With that in mind, the Functional Literacy Ministry (FLM… Continue reading FLM Continues to Provide Hope for Haiti in the Midst of COVID-19
TANZANIA: An Incredible Testimony to God’s Wisdom, Sovereignty, and Power
ORLANDO — Despite the unprecedented slew of pandemic-related shutdowns, quarantines, and schedule delays, the Christ for All Nations (CfaN) team has not missed a single Gospel Crusade. In fact, 2020 has been one of their busiest years and by the end of the year, they will have had the most crusades in a single calendar… Continue reading TANZANIA: An Incredible Testimony to God’s Wisdom, Sovereignty, and Power
North Korean Escapee: Nation Facing COVID
NORTH KOREA — North Korea is on the verge of a catastrophic meltdown according to reports reaching Open Doors from North Korean Christians. “North Korea faces a major crisis with multiple causes,” says Timothy Cho, North Korean escapee. “Covid-19 lockdown, catastrophic flooding, and international sanctions.” Although the North Korean Government has claimed that they have… Continue reading North Korean Escapee: Nation Facing COVID
Ex-Abuser to Churches: ‘You Can Help Stop Domestic Violence Epidemic’
WEST DES MOINES, IA — A former domestic abuser turned non-profit leader has launched a new national campaign challenging churches across America to help “halt the epidemic of domestic violence.” Michael Clark — an ex-abuser jailed twice for domestic violence — is calling on America’s churches to tackle the nation’s domestic abuse crisis head-on during… Continue reading Ex-Abuser to Churches: ‘You Can Help Stop Domestic Violence Epidemic’
Spiritual Fire to Fight California Fires
MIDDLETOWN, CA — “Spiritual fire” means a believer in Christ “on fire”–zealous to cleanse from old sins, turning away from the world’s ways to God’s Way, ready to love neighbors, telling them that Christ is real and gives hope for their lives. Over 8,000 California fires just in the year 2020. Over 5 million acres… Continue reading Spiritual Fire to Fight California Fires
CityServe & Gold Star Foods, Inc’s Unique Collaboration
WASHINGTON — In round two of the United States Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families Food Box Program, CityServe, a faith-based nonprofit, and Gold Star Foods Inc., one of the nation’s leading nutrition providers to K-12 schools and USDA approved contractor, collaborated in a unique partnership to feed families. Occurring from July 2 through September… Continue reading CityServe & Gold Star Foods, Inc’s Unique Collaboration
Francis Chan Says Life ‘Totally Shaped’ by Gospel for Asia Founder
WILLS POINT, TX — Former California megachurch pastor and bestselling author Francis Chan — who has moved to Asia to serve the poor — has revealed how his view of “true” faith was turned upside down by Gospel for Asia founder and mission pioneer Dr. K.P. Yohannan. Chan says his dramatic shift from well-known pastor… Continue reading Francis Chan Says Life ‘Totally Shaped’ by Gospel for Asia Founder
Gospel for Asia Helps 70,000 Families Defy COVID-19 Starvation
WILLS POINT, TX — With the number of COVID-19 cases in India surging past five million and climbing rapidly, ongoing hunger-relief efforts continue to stave off starvation across pandemic-ravaged Asia. In some areas, hunger is forcing people to take the most extreme measures. One man was captured on video apparently eating a dead dog off… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Helps 70,000 Families Defy COVID-19 Starvation
World Teachers’ Day – October 5, 2020
NEW YORK – World Teachers’ Day has been observed annually on October 5 since 1994 as a joint endeavor between UNESCO, UNICEF, the International Labor Organization, and Education International. (Education International is a federation of global teachers’ unions.) The theme for World Teachers’ Day 2020 is, “Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future.” With the… Continue reading World Teachers’ Day – October 5, 2020
Gospel for Asia on World Mosquito Day: How to Avoid Deadly Bites
WILLS POINT, TX — Gospel for Asia (GFA World and affiliates like Gospel for Asia Canada) founded by Dr. K.P. Yohannan – Discussing World Mosquito Day and how GFA workers are using the day to bring hope into the lives of their neighbors. World Mosquito Day, observed on August 20, marks the date in 1897… Continue reading Gospel for Asia on World Mosquito Day: How to Avoid Deadly Bites
Gospel for Asia Continues COVID-19 Relief Via Food Giveaway in Wills Point, TX
WILLS POINT, TX — Gospel for Asia (GFA World and affiliates like Gospel for Asia Canada) and community volunteers are preparing to give away hundreds of free food packages Saturday, Sept. 19 to help local families impacted by COVID-19. This month’s food distribution will be the third monthly food giveaway at GFA World’s headquarters in… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Continues COVID-19 Relief Via Food Giveaway in Wills Point, TX
How COVID-19 Is Affecting NGOs & FBOs
WILLS POINT, TX – Fidelity Charitable published an article recently that discussed the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on charitable giving to NGOs and FBOs. Fidelity noted that “The COVID-19 pandemic has upended daily routines and impacted communities across the world in unprecedented ways. No corner of our society has been left untouched by the… Continue reading How COVID-19 Is Affecting NGOs & FBOs
Bible Translation Surpasses Milestone of 700 Languages
ENGLAND — Thanks to a remarkable acceleration of translation work despite the worldwide pandemic, Wycliffe Bible Translators reports the Bible is now available in more than 700 languages across the globe. This breakthrough comes at a significant time as people have been reading the scriptures more than ever before during this time of lockdown. A… Continue reading Bible Translation Surpasses Milestone of 700 Languages
Wycliffe Associates Provides Technology to Keep Projects Moving Forward Despite Coronavirus Restrictions
ORLANDO, FL — Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, is providing computer tablets and virtual tools to help mother-tongue translators continue their work in spite of COVID-19 and oppression from anti-Christian authorities. “Several Christians traveled from a dangerous country to… Continue reading Wycliffe Associates Provides Technology to Keep Projects Moving Forward Despite Coronavirus Restrictions
Gospel for Asia Provides Solution When Mandatory Masks Highlight Inequality for Asia’s Poor
WILLS POINT, TX — Gospel for Asia (GFA World and affiliates like Gospel for Asia Canada) founded by Dr. K.P. Yohannan – Discussing how many NGO and charity organizations, such as Gospel for Asia , have sought to fill the gap between resources and needy communities who don’t have access to them as mandatory masks… Continue reading Gospel for Asia Provides Solution When Mandatory Masks Highlight Inequality for Asia’s Poor
Nigerian Widow Last in Line for COVID 19 Food Aid
NIGERIA — Living in Plateau State in the middle band of Nigeria, Rose is in one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a Christian. Nigeria is number 12 on Open Doors World Watch List, but it’s at the top of the list for Christians murdered because of their faith. And on… Continue reading Nigerian Widow Last in Line for COVID 19 Food Aid