GFA World warns before World Water Day millions drink dirty ponds

WILLS POINT, TX — Millions across Africa and Asia brace for the annual drought season that could result in catastrophic loss of life in coming months as millions turn to filthy, disease-ridden ponds as a last resort to find drinking water. A heartfelt call to arms comes from the global mission agency GFA World (www.gfa.org)…

Operation Blessing, in partnership with a group of dedicated Girl Scouts, is providing much-needed relief to wildfire victims.

CALIFORNIA — In the wake of devastating fires that have reduced entire Los Angeles neighborhoods to ash, Operation Blessing, in partnership with a group of dedicated Girl Scouts, is providing much-needed relief to wildfire victims. The organization is distributing essential supplies like food, hygiene kits, and other necessities to help families start over. A Helping…

Southern California Fire Victims Receive Vital Relief and Resources at ‘Hope for LA’ Event Hosted by CityServe and The LA Dream Center

LOS ANGELES, CA — Corporate and faith-based partners provided resources and mobilized volunteers to bring essential relief, hope, and encouragement for LA-area families affected by the wildfires at Saturday’s ‘Hope for LA’ event. This timely outreach event for wildfire victims was held at the Los Angeles Dream Center, and co-hosted by CityServe, PMI Foods, and…

The massive public square in the heart of Ethiopia’s capital city was the place where infamous Communist rallies once took place.

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA — The massive public square in the heart of Ethiopia’s capital city was the place where infamous Communist rallies once took place. This weekend, Meskel Square was transformed into a place of worship where hundreds of thousands of people heard a message of hope and God’s love. On the second and final…

Incredible Free Event with Testimonies from the Persecuted Church

CAMP HILL, PA — Coming Home Ministries is honored to announce the Women Imprisoned for Christ Conference 2025, a Jesus focused, Holy Spirit led, transformative event dedicated to sharing the powerful testimonies of women who have faced imprisonment for their unwavering Christian faith. This free conference is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9:00…

Victims of the Altadena firestorm received vital relief supplies during Friday’s “Rebuilding Together: Altadena Fire Relief” community event.

ALTADENA, CA — Nearly a thousand victims of the Altadena firestorm received vital relief supplies and renewed hope during Friday’s “Rebuilding Together: Altadena Fire Relief” community event. A unique collaboration of corporate, faith-based, and non-profit groups, including CityServe, ModifyHealth, Cope Health Solutions, Some1 Loves You, and the Los Angeles-based Iglesias El Nuevo Nacimiento church, partnered…

In an endeavor to alleviate the educational challenges faced by children, Hope for Children conducted a school supply distribution.

SOUTH ASIA — In an endeavor to alleviate the educational challenges faced by underprivileged children, Hope for Children conducted a school supply distribution. The initiative aimed to empower the future generation by providing essential supplies to students in need. These students, hailing from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, reside in a locality in South Asia. Their families…

Samaritan's Purse deployed disaster relief specialists last weekend to Kentucky, following deadly flooding across southern Appalachia.

BOONE, NC — Samaritan’s Purse deployed disaster relief specialists last weekend, along with a Disaster Relief Unit—a tractor-trailer stocked with essential tools and equipment—to Pikeville, Kentucky, following a historic storm system that unleashed deadly flooding across southern Appalachia. In Kentucky, all 120 counties have reported varying degrees of flooding from the deadly storm that killed…

Believers Eastern Church in South Asia took a significant step towards community health by organizing a 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…

An Illinois-based Christian mission has served up an incredible 31 million meals to hurting families since the war in Ukraine began.

LOVES PARK, IL — An Illinois-based Christian mission to the former Soviet Union and Israel has served up an incredible 31 million meals to hurting families through its network of local evangelical churches across the regions since the war in Ukraine began. Slavic Gospel Association (SGA, www.sga.org) supports local evangelical churches and local missionary pastors…

Breaking ground on Joni’s House in Serbia marks the beginning of Joni’s dream coming true—to serve and bless individuals with special needs

SERBIA — Breaking ground on Joni’s House in Serbia marks the beginning of Joni’s dream coming true—to serve and bless individuals with special needs and their families in Serbia and the surrounding region. Through Joni’s House programs, Christian ministry Joni and Friends identifies and meets the needs of people living with disabilities through local, Christ-centered…

Best Christian Workplaces honors 280 faith-based organizations and Christian-owned businesses as Certified Best Christian Workplaces in 2024.

MERCER ISLAND — Today, Best Christian Workplaces honors 280 faith-based organizations and Christian-owned businesses as Certified Best Christian Workplaces in 2024. These Certified Best Christian Workplaces represent a variety of Christian organizations, including churches, parachurch ministries, mission organizations, Christian-owned businesses, Christian schools, and universities. On a 5-point scale, certified organizations score at 4.0 and above…

Gloo and Barna Group have released the latest State of the Church research findings exploring the vital topic of discipleship.

BOULDER, CO — Gloo and Barna Group have released the latest State of the Church research findings exploring the vital topic of discipleship and how it is practiced, perceived and prioritized across generations. The release covers key questions around ways older adults can serve as mentors while experiencing spiritual vitality as disciples themselves, parental views…

The director of a Christian media ministry is speaking up for “secret” believers in Iran and Afghanistan to beat isolation and loneliness.

BOONE, IOWA — The director of a Christian media ministry based in the Middle East is speaking up for “secret” believers in Iran and Afghanistan who are turning to the latest technology to beat isolation and loneliness. PARS (www.sat7usa.org), a media ministry that uses satellite television, live streaming, and social media platforms to broadcast faith-based…

International aid agency, World Vision, is seriously concerned for the safety of children amidst escalating violence in the east of the DRC.

GOMA, DRC — International aid agency, World Vision, is seriously concerned for the safety of children amidst escalating violence in the east of the DRC. Artillery attacks and gunfire are currently decimating areas very near Goma, where children fleeing conflict in other parts of DRC are currently sheltering. There are serious concerns for the safety…

The event took place in Kathmandu district, Nepal, where orphan children were treated to a delightful feast of fresh and delicious food.

NEPAL — In a heartwarming gesture of compassion and celebration, the District Women’s Fellowship Committee of Kathmandu Valley, commemorated International Women’s Day while also honoring the birthday of His Holiness Moran Mor Athanasius I Metropolitan. The event took place in Kathmandu district, Nepal, where orphan children were treated to a delightful feast of fresh and…

Bruna and Ana Cristina’s families in Brazil now have new opportunities, greater stability, and a strong sense of belonging in Christ.

BRAZIL — Bruna and Ana Cristina, both mothers of children with autism, share how they found hope and support through Joni’s House Brazil, which they discovered through their church.After taking a soap-making course offered by Joni’s House, Bruna and Ana Cristina started their own business making and selling soaps. This new venture not only provides…

The Women’s Fellowship team in the Rautahat District in Nepal recently reached out to Musahar families with essential ration kits.

SOUTH ASIA — In a heartwarming gesture of compassion, the Women’s Fellowship team from a local church in the Rautahat District in Nepal recently reached out to Musahar families with essential ration kits. Nestled in a separate settlement within the village, 11 Musahar families face significant challenges due to poverty. Their humble abodes, constructed from…

One family in particular found solace in Operation Blessing’s community of support after Hurricane Helene unleashed catastrophic flooding

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — Hope can bloom even in the face of overwhelming adversity. When Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury upon Asheville, North Carolina, it threatened to drown the spirit of a community. One family in particular found solace in Operation Blessing’s community of support after Hurricane Helene unleashed catastrophic flooding, devastating their home and…

Minno to announce the The Dead Sea Squirrels on February 14, 2025 exclusively on the Minno streaming platform.

NASHVILLE, TN — Minno, the #1 source of Christian content for kids and families, is thrilled to announce the worldwide release of the highly anticipated animated series, The Dead Sea Squirrels, on February 14, 2025 exclusively on the Minno streaming platform. Created by Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, and produced by Steve Taylor, acclaimed recording…

It’s called “frostbite evangelism” in the coldest inhabited place on earth. At such temperatures, exposed skin suffers frostbite in seconds

LOVES PARK, IL — It’s called “frostbite evangelism” in what is officially the coldest inhabited place on earth. In Russia’s Far East — home to the vast frozen tundra of Yakutia — temperatures in January can plummet to minus 58 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 50 degrees Celsius. At such bone-chilling temperatures, exposed skin suffers frostbite…

A disaster relief team from Operation Blessing is headed West to help residents in California wildfire-affected communities.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — A disaster relief team from Operation Blessing is headed West to help residents in California wildfire-affected communities. The destructive fires have so far killed 10 people and destroyed over 10,000 structures. More than 180,000 residents are under evacuation orders while roughly 5 fires are still raging in the greater Los Angeles…