The smallest country in the World Cup's history finished its preparation by singing The goodness of God and hearing the conversion story of Kenji Gorré, one of its international players.

The March aims “to publicly celebrate Jesus, heal the spiritual atmosphere in our city, and raise hope and peace in our communities”, said the organisers.

Almost 900 evangelical leaders from 45 countries gathered in Wisla, Poland, for the 2026 edition of the European Leadership Forum. A summary of the key messages heard during the week-long evangelical gathering.

Secretary of War Hegseth’s appearance at Rededicate 250 conservative Christian rally in Washington reinforced the perception that a warrior-style, crusading Christianity is gaining influence in nationalist circles. But this neglects the broader biblical trajectory toward justice, mercy and reconciliation.

Around 10,000 joined in worship, prayer, and public testimony. Ahead of the event, organisers stressed that the march was “explicitly non-political”.

Leading from a Christian perspective does not mean filling the company with spiritual language, but rather exercising authority knowing that every decision affects real lives.

We cannot hope for things to be OK within us if they are not OK at home.

Assemblies of God leaders from Italy, France, Spain and Portugal emphasise their desire to share resources and promote the planting of new churches in the Mediterranean countries.

After 25 years, the European Leadership Forum conference taking place this week in Poland continues to offer encouragement to “evangelical leaders who are committed to the truth of Scripture, discipling believers, and persuasively communicating the Gospel”, says Greg Pritchard.

Economic dependence, power imbalance and other factors should be taken into account when churches offer help to migrants or refugees. Miriam Araujo addressed risks and good practices.

The Evangelical Fellowship India expresses “anguish” over the attack in Manipur. “The killing of unarmed church leaders returning from Christian fellowship is deeply disturbing and tragic”.

The Finnish politician has appealed to the European Court of Human Rights after the Finnish Supreme Court ruled that the booklet Man and Woman He Created Them, published in 2004, breached legislation on hate speech against homosexuals.

Representatives from nine regions met with World Evangelical leader General Botrus Mansour. “Strengthening kinship among the diverse regional expressions of the church” was one of the aims.

The National Council of Evangelicals in France says it is working with the autorities, to have places of worship that “ensure the safety of believers and the peace of residents”.

The attack was carried out by gunmen during a worship service in the south-west of the country.

Testimonies, music and messages challenging people to conversion were shared for five hours at this massive event in Spain’s capital.

A prominent tribal organisation is demanding that Christians renounce their faith by 30 April. It is happening in the state of Chhattisgarh, which has one of the most restrictive anti-conversion laws.

A ministry focused on digital mission fields based in the UK offers training and collaboration. “We’re passionate about seeing Christians in gaming communities take opportunities to share their faith online when they arise”, says Heinz Oldewage.

In Cullera, the 70th assembly of the Federation of Independent Evangelical Churches launched a unified strategy prioritising discipleship, small groups open to non-believers, and the practical training of pastors. Around 270 people attended the annual conference.

The way we deal with cases of abuse in our communities is not a minor issue: it is a profoundly spiritual, pastoral, ethical and also missionary matter. An essay outlining three models and four mistakes that churches often make.

150 practitioners and experts serving across Europe discussed topics such as strengthening younger generations, mental health and sexual abuse prevention. The Refugee Highway Partnership organises such gatherings every year.

“This is a deliberate attack on people of faith, those who gathered peacefully to pray”, the embassy of Ukraine in the U.S. said in a public statement.

The president of the Italian Evangelical Alliance calls for the term ‘evangelical’ to be freed from political affiliations and denounces the “blasphemy” of pastors such as Paula White who compare Trump to Jesus Christ.

Lies grip the hearts of leaders in subtle ways. They stoke the flames selfish ambition. They displace Christ and place self on the throne. They echo the ancient temptation: “You will be like God”.

Evangelical Christians in the UK feel they can live out their faith openly, but half say that expressing their convictions on controversial issues has become more difficult.