Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa–Dr. Peter Thomas, Field Director for the Church of God in Africa, reports that an eruption of the deadly volcano, Mt. Nyiragongo, in the eastern Congo, is threatening the entire city of Goma with great destruction and potential loss of many lives. It is the first time the volcano has erupted in 20 years.
Upward Dating App Debuts Sermon Series for Faith-Filled Singles
Upward, the newest dating app from Match Group for young Christian singles, has officially launched their Sermon Series on the Upward Blog. Welcoming all denominations, over the last year, Upward has created a nationwide community for Gen Z and Millennial Christian believers to meet and find faith-based relationships deeply rooted in shared values and beliefs. To further expand their offerings and be a true resource for young Christians, Upward has collaborated with notable pastors from across the country to produce exclusive sermons on hot button subject matters that Gen Z & Millennial Christians face in today’s world.
Christian social conservatives answering a recent D. James Kennedy Ministries (DJKM) survey reported pervasive ill-treatment for their Christian faith.
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Cleveland, TN–Alice Douglas Thomas, born on July 7, 1916 in Alachua, Florida, was the center of attention earlier this month when she was honored on the occasion of her 105th birthday.
All Nations International to Honor Founder Floyd McClung at Celebration of Life Service
All Nations International will honor and remember its founder, Floyd McClung, an author and international missions leader, during a celebration of life service, Sat., July 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET. The service will take place at Shoal Creek Community Church in Pleasant Valley, Mo. 15 miles north of Kansas City. For those who can’t attend, the event will be available via the following links:
So many Americans live in a comfortable bubble. We enjoy first-world benefits, even in the midst of a pandemic. We complain when our steaks aren’t cooked right, when the internet is slow, when flights are crowded or when our Amazon packages don’t arrive in two days. We are spoiled because we are so ignorant about how the rest of the world lives.
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PTS Professor Awarded ‘Higher Doctorate’ by British University
Cleveland, TN—Dr. John Christopher Thomas, Clarence J. Abbott Professor of Biblical Studies at the Pentecostal Theological Seminary, has been awarded a Higher (Senior) Doctorate by Bangor University in Bangor, Wales, where he also serves as the Director of the Centre for Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies.
GFA World Cites Growing Tragedy of COVID ‘Widow-Maker’
COVID-19 is making a heart-wrenching situation even worse for abused and outcast widows around the world, says a new report for International Widows Day, June 23, an annual awareness event.
Featuring uplifting, thought-provoking conversations and realizations, this powerful new book by New International (NIV) Bible visionary Howard W. Long, “One Step To Paradise”, encourages and motivates readers to overcome obstacles as it traces a life of tragedy and triumph transformed in an adventure-filled world.
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Page Fills Ministry Role with Division of Education
Cleveland, TN–Dr. Dennis Page, most recently the administrative bishop for Eastern North Carolina, has accepted a post at the International Offices with Ministerial Development and the Division of Education. Page officially joined the staff earlier this week on Monday, August 15, 2022.
New App Connects Believers with Persecuted Christians
A new mobile prayer app developed by Christian persecution watchdog, Open Doors USA, gives users the ability to connect with persecuted Christians suffering for their faith. Available for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, the Open Doors Prayer App was created to help strengthen and support Christian communities facing high levels of persecution with prayer and encouragement.
California Appeals Court Rejects COVID-19 Fines for Church
A California church that defied safety regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic by holding large religious services won’t have to pay about $200,000 in fines, a state appeals court ruled.
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Pastor Appreciation Day in the Church of God will be Sunday, April 25, 2021. The annual observance gives local churches the chance to honor their shepherds.
Coming soon to televisions and devices across the U-S and around the world will be a one-hour special featuring a collection of some of the top performers in Gospel music with an homage to our Lord and Savior.
‘Filling the Void’ Addresses Addiction Within the Church
Drug and alcohol addiction is not a new problem–but its numbers are rising in today’s stressful times, says addiction expert Steven T. Ginsburg. Studies show that isolation, financial challenges, and dysfunctional home environments are a recipe for increased drug and alcohol usage, with stress often being the precursor to initial drug use. Especially when a person does not know Christ, they may attempt to fill the void with drugs, alcohol, or other risky behaviors. But addiction is not selective, and its grip can also be found in the homes of many Christians, says Ginsburg, a recovering addict and alcoholic.
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