Around the World: A prisoner turned missionary, relief efforts in Israel and Ukraine, and more quick takes
Around the World is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ all over the globe. Got an idea for…
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Praying for restoration — and rain
NAMANGA, Tanzania— Denominational doctrine and drought. Those were concerns expressed by a group of Kenyan preachers as they gathered in this East African border town.…
Spotlight: Church of Christ planted in Nashville … Zimbabwe
GWERU, Zimbabwe — “Grace, peace, and love to you and the brethren there on behalf of all of us here at Nashville!” That sounds like…
On a mission to fill empty pulpits
DENVER — Low pay and benefits. Overly demanding leaders. Unrealistic expectations. Full-time ministry in Churches of Christ often doesn’t have the best reputation, contributing to a…
Ukrainians count the days as they pray
OKLAHOMA CITY — Ukrainians no longer measure time with words like Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and so forth, said Marina Noyes. Now it’s Day 51, Day…
Helpless and hungry, Christians in Myanmar ‘need your prayer constantly’
'Our country is now just a battlefield.” That’s the message from a church leader in Myanmar after months of violent protests that have resulted in…
‘Not a white man’s religion’
MESA, Ariz. — "Fry bread! Fry bread! Mutton stew! We’ve got spirit! How about you?” Most of the Salt River Church of Christ knows what Josh…
