We spoke in Berlin with Päivi Räsänen, the Finnish parliamentarian awaiting the outcome of a trial for publicly expressing her Christian beliefs. “I see a real threat to freedom. That’s why I always encourage Christians to make use of the rights we still have: freedom of speech, freedom of religion”.
The second day of the European Congress on Evangelism focused on the importance of trusting the Bible. Persecuted Christians from Africa and Middle East shared their testimonies, as participants prayed for the Ukraine war after Franklin Graham met Zelenskyy.
In Germany, Franklin Graham emphasised the power of the gospel to change history. The European Congress on Evangelism began with more than 1,000 participants from 55 countries across the continent.
At a press conference in Berlin, the well-known evangelist addressed his relationship with US presidents and said “prayer is key” to end the war in Ukraine and bring reconciliation.
The Congress expects to welcome 1,000 European leaders from over 55 countries. “One of my grandfather’s most enduring legacies was his burden to help equip other evangelists”.
In the region worst hit by the earthquakes two years ago, Christians continue to help people rebuild their lives and overcome trauma in the aftermath of the disaster.
Theologian and pastor Leonardo De Chirico, a world specialist on Roman Catholicism, analyses the Pope's legacy.
Carolina Bueno, of the Spanish evangelical federation, says “zero tolerance” means that churches “must denounce and act” when there are signs of possible abuse. But such cases are “exceptional and not representative”, she clarifies.
“We want kids to see the thread of the Gospel from Genesis to Revelation”, says Josh Whitehouse about the project that brings Bible stories to life through superbly well-produced videos.
What started as a homemade resource for a Sunday school lesson during lockdown has grown into a full-fledged creative studio sharing the message of the Gospel through engaging visual storytelling. An interview with Josh Whitehouse.
The response to abuse in the context of evangelical churches “must be empathetic, firm, focused on the restoration of the damaged, not the prestige of a church institution”, says Marcos Zapata, president of the Spanish Evangelical Alliance.
The worship places, located in the same district, are affected by metropolitan reorganisation plans. Evangelical leaders will meet with local authorities to seek a solution. “Freedom of worship is a fundamental right”, they say.
Middle East expert Matthew Barnes explains the difficulties the Christian community faces in Syria in the midst of the great political instability of recent months.
From 6 to 9 March, the Spanish Christian Nursing professional group met in Marín (Pontevedra) to strengthen ties and draw up a new strategic plan.
The AEE presented a renewed image and its projects in the areas of youth, solidarity, media and creation care, among others.
The national evangelical choir and orchestra is being formed once again to present a work created with the aim of communicating the message of the gospel to the public.
The development of the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel opens the debate on what steps could be taken to find a solution to a conflict that is always on the verge of exploding.
In an event in Madrid, evangelicals celebrated four decades of uninterrupted broadcasting of the evangelical programme on national television RTVE.
On 21 January 1525, the first adult baptisms took place in Zurich, initiating a spiritual movement that continues to this day. We talked to Mexican expert Carlos Martínez García about its history, principles and legacy.
Hugo Pinto, writer and preacher in Portugal, reflects on the practicality of faith in all areas, including finance. “Money is like a knife in the kitchen”.
After two decades singing with indie bands, the artist in Mallorca makes his solo debut. “Music helps me connect with the cracks that other people have, their pain”, he says.
A gathering of ministry and church leaders in Madrid, highlights the adaptation process that is taking place within the Spanish evangelical sphere.
Christian manager Pere Rosales talks about his vision of success, leadership and the learning process that can enhance the life path of any person.
Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, presiding bishop of the Methodist Church in Ghana, discusses the challenges Christians face in his country and the worldwide crisis of Methodism.
Three Christian managers from Valencia share how they are turning the nightmare into opportunities to serve others in the aftermath of the floods.
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