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15 Apr, 2025 07:15 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Regional presbyteries urge largest Korean denomination not to join World Evangelical Alliance General Assembly

By CDI Staff

Several regional presbyteries within the Presbyterian Church in Korea (Hapdong), led by Moderator Rev. Jong-hyuk Kim, have submitted proposals to the upcoming 110th General Assembly in September, calling for the denomination to refrain from participating in the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly scheduled to take place in Seoul.
14 Apr, 2025 20:06 EDT

Africa Religious Freedom

US missionary abducted in South Africa during church service

By CDI Staff

An American missionary was reportedly kidnapped on Thursday evening (April 10) during a church service in a town in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. Several news outlets reported that masked armed men stormed the Fellowship Baptist Church and abducted Josh Sullivan, a missionary with a Tennessee-based church.
11 Apr, 2025 14:26 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Shen Yun performances a 'disguised proselytism' for Falun Gong, Korean church group warns

By CDI Staff

The United Christian Churches of Korea (UCCK), which is currently led by President Rev. Kim Jong-hyuk, issued an official notice on April 11 to member denominations, expressing concern over Shen Yun Performing Arts’ ongoing shows in South Korea and advising all citizens, including Christians, to exercise caution when considering attendance.
9 Apr, 2025 04:25 EDT

Asia Society & Culture

Pakistan Christian team makes history by winning four-nation cricket championship in Sri Lanka

By CDI Staff

Christians and cricket fans in Pakistan were overwhelmed with joy after the country’s all-Christian cricket team made history by winning the four-nation South Asian Legacy T20 Championship tournament held in Sri Lanka last week.
9 Apr, 2025 00:37 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Korean Bible Society launches New Korean Bible: 'May the mission of proclaiming the Word be restored'

By CDI Staff

The Korean Bible Society held a dedication service and academic symposium on April 8 at the main sanctuary of Youngnak Church in Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea, to commemorate the completion and publication of the New Korean Bible, which was released on Dec. 10, 2023. According to the society, the New Korean Bible is a newly authorized translation intended for the next generation of the Korean church.
7 Apr, 2025 23:40 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Second Indian Christian pastor accused of rape, days after preacher convicted on similar charges

By CDI Staff

Less than a week after a prominent Indian Punjabi preacher was sentenced to life in prison for rape, another Christian pastor in Punjab has been accused of raping a young woman and forcing her to undergo a botched abortion that allegedly led to her death, according to Indian media reports.
7 Apr, 2025 14:30 EDT

US & Canada Family & Children

'The Unbreakable Boy’ brings powerful message of love and resilience for Autism Acceptance Month

By CDI Staff

Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company announced that The Unbreakable Boy, a heartwarming film based on a true story of resilience and unconditional love, has been released for home viewing in April in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month.
2 Apr, 2025 10:47 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

‘Life on Stage’ brings the gospel to 10,000 in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland

By CDI Staff

After several nights of inspiring performances and heartfelt messages, the evangelistic event Life on Stage concluded on Sunday in the Bernese Oberland, drawing around 10,000 attendees. The campaign featured true stories presented through musical theater and a clear gospel message shared by evangelist Gabriel Häsler.
1 Apr, 2025 10:15 EDT

Europe Africa Asia US & Canada Latin America Family & Children

Global orphan care network to host free month-long online training to strengthen Christian response for vulnerable children

By CDI Staff

World Without Orphans (WWO), a global movement dedicated to ensuring every child grows up in a safe, loving family, has announced its 2025 Roadmap Forum: Ready, Set, Grow!, a free global online event to be held over four weeks in May.
21 Mar, 2025 09:01 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Commemorating 140 years since gospel arrived, Korean missionary association discusses changing global missions landscape

By CDI Staff

The Korea World Missions Association (KWMA) held a meeting of denominational leaders to commemorate the 140th anniversary of the Gospel’s arrival in Korea on March 13-14 at the Ambassador Seoul Pullman Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea. The gathering was organized to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of global missions, as well as mission strategies and plans.
13 Mar, 2025 10:33 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Opponents of WEA Seoul General Assembly strongly criticize Organizing Committee for providing office to pro-Muslim figure

By CDI Staff

The 2025 WEA Seoul General Assembly Opposition Alliance, led by President Rev. Yeon-hwan Maeng, expressed deep concern in a statement released on March 12 regarding the recent Dedication Service for the Opening of the 2025 World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) Seoul General Assembly Secretariat, strongly criticizing the actions of those organizing the WEA Seoul General Assembly, according to reporting by Christian Daily Korea.
13 Mar, 2025 10:13 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Christian Council of Korea says WEA General Assembly 'absolutely impossible' amid ongoing leadership concerns

By CDI Staff

The Christian Council of Korea (CCK), led by President Rev. Kyung-hwan Ko, has declared that the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly in Seoul is “absolutely impossible,” vowing to expose its issues through a forum and a white paper.

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