‘They need the Lord:’ Romanian prison ministry leader readies his son to take over
Christian Daily International spoke to Mircea Cristian about pioneering his prison ministry, Rock of Ages, in Romania as his son Timotei prepares to take over.
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Islamic extremists halt church service in Indonesia
A Muslim mob in Indonesia led by members of the Islamic extremist Islamic Jihad Front (FJI) on Sunday (May 24) stopped a church from worshiping at the congregation’s new location, sources said.
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COICOM officially launches its 2026 continental congress in Guatemala
The landscape of faith communication in Latin America is preparing for a significant event. Leaders, pastors and media representatives gathered at the Barceló Hotel in Guatemala City for the official launch of COICOM Plus Guatemala 2026.
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Most Canadian Evangelicals Hold Unbiblical Beliefs, Poll Suggests
A majority of Evangelicals in Canada hold religious beliefs that contradict key Christian teachings, according to a Lifeway Research report
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FIRST-PERSON: Considerations before the SBC Annual Meeting in 2026 | Baptist Press
In the past decade, there have been debates over what it means to be a church “in friendly cooperation,” and what “dealbreakers” would sever that relationship. These discussions have been confusing at times and the processes contested in part because we are in uncharted territory; the debate itself reflects a…
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How Worship Music Became the Soundtrack of Today’s Political Right
One of the most popular worship songs, ‘How Great Is Our God,’ has moved from churches to political rallies in recent years.
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15,000 baptisms and counting in Kentucky pastor’s 35-year ministry | Baptist Press
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Hillvue Heights Church will celebrated a remarkable milestone Sunday (May 24) — the church’s 15,000th baptism during the 35 years that Steve Ayers has served as pastor.
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SBC officer candidates overview | Baptist Press
ORLANDO (BP) – Two candidates have announced their willingness to be nominated for the office of president of the Southern Baptist Convention– Florida pastor Willy Rice and South Carolina pastor Josh Powell. Powell will be nominated by Tennessee pastor Jay Hardwick. Rice announced his candidacy in an online video; it…
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‘Experiencing God’ sequel addresses godly habits | Baptist Press
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Richard Blackaby suggests pairing what he calls “godly habits” with daily routines.
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Texas pastor sees family ministry as catalyst for revival across the nation | Baptist Press
FORT WORTH, Texas – Long before Jonathan Williams began serving in his current role as the senior pastor of Wedgwood Baptist Church in Fort Worth, he felt a strong burden to assist local churches in the area of family ministry.
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Hindu nationalists try to dodge growing scrutiny over persecution in India
The Hindu nationalist organization, widely regarded as the ideological backbone of India’s ruling party, has launched an international outreach campaign aimed at countering growing criticism over its role in religious persecution and sectarian violence. It can try to dodge, but it cannot hide the robust and verified experience of Indian Christians.
