The theme of the 20th congress was ‘Momentum. Culminating the mission’, which emphasised the need to imitate the character and integrity of Jesus Christ in the face of the pressures and temptations of Christian ministry.

The AEE presented a renewed image and its projects in the areas of youth, solidarity, media and creation care, among others.

Around 200 bookshops participate in this initiative “to promote the discovery of the Bible”, through animation and a Bible study online, among other resources.

Jan Wessels, co-general secretary of the European Evangelical Alliance, speaks to Evangelical Focus. Amid tensions, “our role is to keep the evangelical family together, keep people talking to each other and praying together”, he says.

In Spain, abolitionist NGO Amar Dragoste has studied the drastic increase of young women trafficked from Colombia and points to the rise of recruitment on platforms such as OnlyFans.

Tearfund, Evangelical Alliance and other organisations reject what they describe as a “cruel” and “unwise” decision.

It is estimated that 100 children and young people suffered  ‘physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual trauma’ over a period of 40 years, according to the Makin review.

On the weekend of the elections, two prayer meetings led by young people distanced themselves from any political option: ‘We dream of a prayer movement that will transform the country’.

Five months after the election, the Austrian Evangelical Alliance says citizens “have the feeling that they are becoming increasingly voiceless”.

Two senators, a law professor, education experts and many representatives of religious minorities addressed issues and opportunities in Italy at a journey organised by the Italian Evangelical Alliance.

An 83% turnout demonstrates the strength of a democracy that will have to get used to having the far right as a protagonist in parliament.

Ahead of Sunday’s elections, the Protestant, Catholic and other churches ask to “vote for parties that stand up for our democracy”. Alice Weidel’s AfD party rises in the polls amid tough immigration debates.

The United States should act in accordance with the beliefs it claims to hold, says Ruslan Kukharchuck. Other evangelicals in Europe are wondering if US Christian ministries will also cool down their relationship with churches on this side of the Atlantic.

‘Firm and secure anchor’ was the theme of the events held in the cities of Albacete and Oviedo.

A Ukrainian evangelical leader calls on Europeans to “take primary responsibility” in the resolution of the conflict.

“Chaplains are often the bearers of hope [...] it is about living the evidence of faith in the army”, they say.

A student and a university professor from Belgrade explain why their understanding of the Bible drives them to join the protests for more democracy and a dignified future.

The federation of Spanish municipalities seeks to bring awareness-raising, training and dialogue with faith groups in local contexts to Europe. It is a two-year EU-funded project in collaboration with universities.

Anti-Christian acts drop by 10% in a context in which antisemitic attacks continue to be on the rise, says a territorial intelligence report.

Among evangelicals, 17% say they experienced some kind of religious discrimination. Daniela Baumann of the Swiss Evangelical Alliance analyses the latest official data.

In Örebro, churches open for counselling and prayer. A former student tells Evangelical Focus his prayers are that “Jesus will make his presence felt to those who are grieving”.

Self-declaration of age is not acceptable, says Ofcom. “Companies that fail to meet these new requirements can expect to face enforcement action”.

The latest Eurostat data show that those with children at home consider themselves more satisfied than average. Young people are more positive than older people.

The new Brussels representative of the European Evangelical Alliance shares her vision in an interview. “Evangelical Christians are called to balance religious freedom while maintaining authentic expressions of biblical faith”, she says.

Salwan Momika was at the centre of an international controversy in 2023 with Islamic countries calling for limits on free speech in Sweden. “Islamists often play according to other rules”, laments Olof Edsinger of the Evangelical Alliance.