Latin American and Global South Leaders Gather in Panama to Plan Mission’s Future

Latin American and Global South Leaders Gather in Panama to Plan Mission’s Future

COMIBAM is holding its first continental conference since 2017 in Panama City, Panama, from April 22 to 25.  Having developed into a robust network of networks, COMIBAM is active in 25 countries, coordinating training centers, mission agencies, and local churches. This event will be immediately followed by COALA3.0 — the third consultation of the Christ Over Africa, Latin America, and Asia initiative.
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    Five days after being kidnapped by armed men from his church in Motherwell, South Africa, Tennessee missionary Josh Sullivan was rescued unharmed. The South African Police Service reported that the confrontation took place at a safe house in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, where the pastor was rescued following a dramatic shootout that resulted in the fatalities of three suspects.
  • Gunmen Kidnap American Pastor at Church Gathering in South Africa
    American church-planting missionary Pastor Josh Sullivan was abducted by an assailant at gunpoint during a prayer meeting at Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell, South Africa, last Thursday. Police stated, “It is alleged that while a sermon was conducted at the church, four armed and masked male suspects entered the church.” They reportedly stole two cell phones before taking the pastor with them and fleeing the scene.

Research Shows Rising Bible Engagement Among American Men of All Ages

Following years of declining Bible engagement in the U.S., nearly 10 million more Americans have engaged with the Bible this year compared to 2024. According to the first installment of the 2025 “State of the Bible” report from the American Bible Society (ABS), every generation has seen increased engagement, with men significantly narrowing the engagement gap with women.
  • 200,000 Indian Christians Oppose Revival of Anti-Conversion Law
    Around 200,000 Christians gathered in Borum village, Arunachal Pradesh, a northeastern Indian state, to protest the impending enforcement of an anti-conversion law, which many view as a means to target the Christian community.
  • Collegiate Day of Prayer: Hundreds of Ministries Join Forces to Pray for 250 Million Students
    Hundreds of churches, ministries, and individuals have committed to pray for 250 million students worldwide for the Collegiate Day of Prayer on February 27. This annual event, held on the last Thursday of February, is expected to see participation from over 700 congregations and individuals praying for students across more than 1,100 campuses.
  • Ohio State Campus Revival Sees Over 2,000 Students Turn to Jesus
    Nearly 2,000 Ohio State University students have committed to following Jesus Christ during a recent campus revival event. The gathering held at The Schott sports arena attracted over 6,500 attendees on February 19. Despite the chilling temperatures, students were baptized in the back of U-Haul trucks parked at the venue, as reported by CBN News.
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  • Massive Kentucky Revival Attracts 8000 Students, 2000 Embrace Jesus Christ

    On the night of February 12 at the University of Kentucky, more than 2,000 students responded to the gospel message of Jesus Christ through Unite US, with many participating in spontaneous baptisms. “It’s hard to believe. This keeps happening. It is insane,” said Jennie Allen, a speaker for Unite US and founder of IF: Gathering.

  • IMB Launches New Training Center in Nairobi to Prepare African Missionaries

    The International Mission Board (IMB) recently launched the Lead Global Training Center in Nairobi to equip Africans for effective outreach to the African continent. On January 26, IMB missionaries and senior leaders from the Richmond, Virginia, offices gathered to pray for African churches to send native missionaries and to celebrate the work being accomplished across the continent, according to Baptist Press.

  • Open Doors: Despite Persecution of 380 Million Christians, the Church Continues to Flourish

    The 2025 World Watch List report, released on Wednesday, reveals that 380 million Christians—one in seven worldwide—are facing significant levels of persecution and discrimination. Ryan Brown, the CEO of Open Doors US, stated, “Even in some of these places where persecution is extreme, the Church continues to exist. The Church continues to grow.”

  • Global Christian Relief Launches Annual Persecution Report, Revealing the Top Five Aggressors

    Global Christian Relief (GCR) has released its first persecution report, titled "The 2025 GCR Red List," Baptist Press reported. The report, published on January 7, announces the five countries identified as the top aggressors in each category—killings, building attacks, arrests, displacements, and abductions & assaults from 2022 to 2024—using a first-ever quantifiable and verifiable index.

  • Louie Giglio Urges Students to Shift Focus from Self to God at Passion 2025

    Pastor Louie Giglio addressed thousands of university students at Passion 2025 in Atlanta this week, urging them to reject the prevalent cultural narrative that prioritizes self above all else. Giglio, who leads Passion City Church, warned that a self-centered mindset has infiltrated society and faith practices, often reducing God to a supporting character in people’s lives.

  • Most Pastors Encourage Bible Reading Through Free Bibles and Sermon Reminders

    Nearly all U.S. Protestant pastors (99%) encourage their congregants to read the Bible independently, using at least one of seven different methods. The study found that the most common methods pastors use to promote individual Bible reading include providing free Bibles to those in need (93%) and reminding their congregants during sermons (92%).

  • Levi Lusko Warns Young People About ‘Worldly Successes’ at Passion 2025

    Pastor Levi Lusko reminded thousands of young adults gathered in Atlanta for Passion 2025 that worldly success pales compared to the eternal treasure of surrendering one's life to Christ. Part one of Passion 2025 took place from January 2-4, followed by part two from January 6-8. This year's theme is “For His Renown.”

  • Christians Face Significant Displacement Amid Rise of Islamic Terror Groups

    Christians were significantly affected by widespread displacement in 2024 and faced targeting or killings by warring parties and Islamic terror groups, according to a report from a religious freedom watchdog organization. The United States-based International Christian Concern (ICC) released its "2025 Global Persecution Index" on Thursday, emphasizing “the most egregious violators of religious freedom in 2024.”
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