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LWF President-Elect: Who Could Imagine the Holy Land without Christians?
In his first sermon as president-elect of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), the Rt. Rev. Dr. Munib A.Younan urged believers to pray that Christians in Palestine “not lose faith and leave the country.”
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Lutherans Seek Forgiveness for Persecution of Anabaptists
The 11th Assembly of the Lutheran World Federation approved a statement on Thursday calling on Lutherans to express their regret and sorrow for past actions against Anabaptists and asking for forgiveness.
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Delegates Gather for Lutheran World Federation's 11th Assembly
Over 400 delegates from Lutheran churches around the world have convened in Stuttgart, Germany, for the 11th Assembly of the Lutheran World Federation.
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Salvation Army Leaders Bring Social Justice to the Fore at World Youth Convention
The head of the Salvation Army Women’s Ministries urged more than 1,000 young leaders over the weekend to join the fight against human trafficking and reminded them to join in the upcoming day of prayer for victims of the sex-slave trade.
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YMCA Unveils New Brand Strategy
The YMCA has unveiled a new brand strategy to extend its reach into communities to nurture the potential of youth and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being and provide opportunities to support neighbors.
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MyFaithTV Founders Step Down, File for Divorce After 34 Years of Marriage
André and Jenny Roebert, founders of the global Christian network MyFaithTV, are divorcing after 34 years, with Jenny citing biblical principles and severe family harm, as legal proceedings over assets and ministry leadership begin.
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[10th CCOWE] Hong Kong International Churches See 37% Surge as Youth Seek Cultural Shift
The surge in English-speaking international churches in Hong Kong—driven by returnees and youth seeking cultural relevance—contrasts with declining Cantonese congregations, not because the gospel changes, but because church culture must evolve to foster belonging, relational warmth, and intergenerational empowerment.
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10th CCOWE Conference Concludes in Malaysia, Reappoints David Doong as General Secretary
The 10th CCOWE closed with the reappointment of Rev. David Doong as General Secretary, a 2031 host city announcement for Johor Bahru, and urgent calls from leaders like Rick Warren for Gospel-centered collaboration and next-generation empowerment.
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Anglican Communion Launches 10-Year Initiative to Plant and Revitalize 1 Million Churches
Anglican leaders launch "Vision36," a decade-long initiative to plant or revitalize 1 million churches and gain 20 million new believers by 2036, with Africa playing a central role and discipleship as its foundational pillar.
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[10th CCOWE] Rick Warren Calls for Global Church Unity at Closing of 10th CCOWE Conference
At the 10th Chinese Congress on World Evangelization, Rev. Rick Warren called for global Chinese churches to pursue unity in mission—not uniformity—grounded in five biblical foundations, emphasizing that collaboration is essential for fulfilling the Great Commission and witnessing to the world.