Originally published in CHURCHLEADERS Five weeks after young Kenyans poured into the streets under the banner of “Gen Z,” forcing changes in the government, they have also called Christian churches to account for how denominations relate with politicians. Rejecting a controversial finance bill floated by the government in June, the […]
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Christian filmmakers’ ‘Toxic’ movie takes off on major Middle East airlines
Originally published in Religion News A new action movie shot entirely in Arabic that showcases “hidden” violence and the power of forgiveness is now available to watch on four major international airlines operating out of the Middle East. While the movie is not a “faith flick,” its Christian producers hope […]
Brazilian soccer star Roberto Firmino’s new calling to become Evangelical pastor
Originally published in Crosswalk.com Former soccer star Roberto Firmino shared that he has been consecrated as a pastor of an Evangelical church in Brazil. Firmino, a former Liverpool striker, shared photos of the consecration ceremony at his founding church in Maceio on social media last month. “This church was BORN […]
TRANSFORMING A NATION: The Church and freedom of religion & law and order
A changed lifestyle — Angus Buchan
In the Gospel of Matthew 3:8, the word of God, tells us that we must bear fruit worthy of repentance. Once we become Christians, we cannot continue to live like we did before — there must be a change in our lives. In South Africa, we have recently completed the […]
Biblical truths for shaping a Christian perspective of South Africa’s Government of National Unity –Part 1
A 3-part series by political analyst and leadership consultant Craig Bailie See Part 2 For a political party that wins a general election in South Africa to form a government on its own in the National Assembly, the number of votes it receives during the election must allow it to […]
Movement to bless SA, GNU off to ‘excellent’ start
About 82 Christian leaders across the country participated in an “excellent” national consultation on blessing the new season of working together in South Africa, said the campaign visionary, Pastor Segun Olanipekun. He said the multiracial gathering of leaders agreed on the themes for prayer gatherings around SA yesterday, ahead of […]
‘Johannesburg Great Revival’ happening from August 8 to 11
The public is invited to the “Johannesburg Great Revival” outreach at the Orlando Community Hall, Region 10, Mooki Street, Orlando East, Johannesburg from Thursday August 8 to Sunday August 11. The outreach, organised by The Christian Youth Crusaders (CYC) of The Apostolic Faith Mission of Africa (AFMA), is aimed at […]
Small youth services she started 50 years ago led to influential, biannual youth conference
Gerda Potgieter reports on the pioneering work of Lidia Dube, a community builder who initiated an influential youth conference which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary Lidia Dube is a community builder who has a heart for young people, for the helpless and for the Lord. She has done pioneering work […]
Focus on the Family — Helping children adjust to relocation
Q: It looks like my husband will be getting a job transfer, which means that we’re probably relocating soon. How can we help our kids adjust to the move? Graeme: Relocating has a huge impact on children. It’s a significant life change that, for many kids, can be almost as […]