Rain fell in parts of the drought-stricken Willowmore area yesterday morning and “big rains” are expected in the area on Friday and Saturday, said Callie Wannenburg, a farmer in the area and one of the organisers of a “Hope in the Karoo” prayer event in the town led by farmer-evangelist […]
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ACDP councillors in PE group joining global stand for freedoms
Port Elizabeth will be rising up with more than 40 countries and 150 cities around the world in taking a stand for five important freedoms on Saturday, says Wendy Louw, local leader of a movement that is mobilising citizens to protest against loss of liberty due to excessive coronavirus restrictions. […]
‘Pensioner’ Mogoeng shares revival message in PE leg of nationwide tour
When he spoke to a gathering in Mahikeng, North West in September about warring in prayer over prophetic words about South Africa, Mogoeng Mogoeng was Chief Justice and he had no plan to embark on a national speaking tour. But God did, as He first revealed to others and then […]
All-In Sports Conference: athletes, coaches share on prize greater than gold
What kind of story are you in? Where does sport fit in? Is He really Lord of the rings? Those are just some of the questions that came across over the weekend at the 4th All-In Sports Conference, hosted by Lighthouse Family Church in Gqeberha (PE). Many stories were told […]
Big evangelism outreach in Nelson Mandela Bay gangland areas
A major evangelism outreach kicked off in Nelson Mandela Bay last week targeting the most notorious, gangster-ridden areas of the metro’s Northern Areas. Local pastor Reuben Africa is leading a group of local pastors who are partnering with a team from Victory Outreach International (VOI), Cape Town — the campaign […]
Christian sports conference offers inspiration for all
Running now in its 4th year, the All-In Sports Conference — this year scheduled for November 5 to 7 — has become an annual highlight in Gqeberha. The organisers invite everyone to come to the event hosted by Lighthouse Family Church to hear stories and testimonies from athletes, coaches and […]
Tribute to PE giant of faith and compassion, Derrick Darlow
Derrick Darlow’s short, stocky frame and broad, beard-framed smile were a much-loved and familiar sight in areas of desperate need in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) — until his passing in September. Together with his equally-dedicated wife Diane he pioneered mercy missions in the city, beginning in his Walmer home in the […]
Fiery call to join in Election Burn in Nelson Mandela Bay — and beyond
Special report by Burn 24-7 leader Pete Gooch on plans for 24-hour prayer and worship over the election time With level 1 in place and movements become more normalised / events gearing up, we are launching the long-awaited citywide worship and prayer Burn, which kicks off with key timing around […]
Mediation centre will bring hope to community, says Nelson Mandela Bay pastor
Nelson Mandela Bay pastor Reuben Africa believes that the launch of a mediation centre in the metro’s northern areas next Tuesday will bring hope and relief to the community. A seasoned pastor with a heart for the northern areas which has a long history of drugs and gang-related problems, he […]
Holy Spirit encounters in Jeffreys Bay
Grant Handley, the visionary of a recent weekend for spiritually-hungry believers in Jeffreys Bay, sent us this special report September 12 saw a gathering of thirsty and hungry people in J-Bay from across the Eastern Cape. “We had noticed that there was a hunger growing in people for more of […]