Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga raised hopes this week that concerned parents will be able to opt out of the new Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) curriculum it plans to implement in public schools next year. But, “unfortunately”, the minister’s undertaking, in a written reply to questions posed in parliament by […]
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Syrian Christians urge Trump to hold Turkey accountable ahead of meeting with Erdogan
Originally published in CBN News Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet with President Trump at the White House on Wednesday. Some eye-witnesses tell CBN News that Turkey’s 34-day invasion in northeast Syria is at a turning point that could lead to the fall of a major US ally, the […]
WATCH: Man 2 Man — Men’s Health Part 2
In the second part of Men’s Health Dr Qwesha continues to chat with Pastor Zolile of Phila Ndoda Movement — and he doses out some tough but important medicine. [See Part 1]
SA Methodist Church formally adopts BDS
Originally published in South African Jewish Report The Methodist Church of Southern Africa (MCSA) formally adopted Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) principles against Israel at its annual conference in September 2019, closely following the Anglican Church of South Africa’s decision to do so in September. The Methodist Church has more than […]
His Voice and the continuing romance story — Lindy-Ann Hopley
A monthly column bringing you frontline testimonies of what God is stirring up across the globe. By international revivalist Lindy-Ann Hopley, Beautiful Witness Ministries. Let me start with a highlight of the time of the wedding. I don’t know how many of you are standing in faith for the […]
Architecture and musical style — Hugh Wetmore
Hugh Wetmore is a songwriter and student of worship trends. He invites you to join the worship conversation by commenting on his monthly column. Nebuchadnezzar had invaded Judah and demolished the beautiful temple which Solomon had built in Jerusalem. The important Jews were carried off into exile in Babylon, the […]
Iconic church desecrated by ISIS restored
Originally published in Premier News An iconic church in Iraq that was vandalised by terror group ISIS has been repaired in what has been described as an encouraging turning point for Christians in the country. Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) repaired e Great Al-Tahira Church (Church […]
Archbishop condemns oil companies for ‘sparking environmental genocide’
Originally published in Anglican News The Archbishop of York has called for urgent action to stop the oil spills that are devastating communities in Nigeria’s Bayelsa state. Following the release of an interim report of the Bayelsa State Oil and Environmental Commission, which he chairs, the Archbishop, Dr John Sentamu […]
Religious affairs minister in Sudan signals freedom of religion in new era
Originally published in Morning Star News In another sign that Islamist elements hostile to Christianity in Sudan could be reined in, the minister of religious affairs has reiterated that Christian properties confiscated under the previous regime would be returned. Acknowledging that Christians were persecuted and endured “very bad practices” under […]
Churches attacked, clergy killed in rising unrest in Ethiopia
Originally published in CBN News During the past two years since a young prime minister has taken over as the new leader of Ethiopia, more than 30 churches have been attacked with more than half of the buildings burned to the ground. In addition, clergy and church members have also […]