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10 days ago

Asia 10 days ago

Three Pakistani Christian women appointed to key government positions raising hopes for minorities

By CDI Staff

In a groundbreaking move towards inclusivity and representation, three Christian women have been appointed to key positions within the Pakistani government. Sister Mariam Parveen also known as Sr Genevieve Ram Lal, Dr Ayra Indrias Patras, and Sonia Asher have each been recognized for their exceptional contributions to society and their commitment to social justice and equality. Their appointments mark a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards embracing diversity and empowering minori
17 days ago

Asia 17 days ago

Korean conference discusses missionary approach to suicide prevention, as country wrestles with highest suicide rate among OECD

By CDI Staff

A recent mission conference in South Korea highlighted the issue of suicide prevention as a missiological concern amid a suicide rate more than twice the average among OECD countries. A missiologist professor argued that suicide should no longer be regarded solely as an individualized issue but something that affects society as a whole. And he believes that the Christian perspective of building God’s kingdom could help overcome the prevalent "culture of death".
17 days ago

Latin America 17 days ago

President of evangelical network of Veracruz laments Mexico's failure to address violence, 'ask God for new government to do better'

By CDI Staff

“We were told that insecurity would end in two years. Official data, hard data from the government itself, speak of almost two thousand murders throughout the country with an average of 80 to 90 daily. High-impact crimes. So I think it is a failure. The daily cases of kidnapping, of extortion, do not end. Criminal groups have become empowered and this should worry us all. And even more so the incoming government,” said Guillermo Trujillo Álvarez, president of the evangelical network of Veracruz
24 days ago

Africa 24 days ago

World Vision calls for immediate and decisive action to protect children, vulnerable communities from 'preventable' mpox

By CDI Staff

While the first reported cases of mpox beyond Africa have made international headlines and for many brought up memories of the recent pandemic with lockdowns affecting nations across the world, Christian relief organization World Vision has remained focused the situation in the DRC where the virus is affecting already vulnerable populations.
25 days ago

Latin America 25 days ago

Evangelical voices at the G20 Interfaith Forum in Brazil: 'faith communities as promoters of social cohesion'

By CDI Staff

From August 19 to 23, the G20 Interfaith Forum is taking place in Brasilia, featuring key contributions from Evangelical leaders. Pastor Juan Cruz Cellammare, President of the Latin Evangelical Alliance, and Pastor Harold Segura, Director of the Faith and Development Department for World Vision Latin America and the Caribbean, were among those prominently involved. Their contributions have centered on vital issues such as religious freedom, poverty, social inequality, and the Church's role in fo
26 days ago

Latin America 26 days ago

First Bible translation for indigenous ethnic people groups completed in Colombia

By CDI Staff

The Colombian Bible Society has unveiled the first complete translation of the Bible into an indigenous language: Wayuunaiki, which will serve two indigenous ethnic groups in Colombia. The Wayú ethnic community constitutes 20% of the indigenous population. The Nasa people, another native group, represent approximately 12.8%, according to data from the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) in 2019.
1 month ago

US & Canada 1 month ago

Lessons in inclusivity: the power of special needs ministry

By CDI Staff

For the past 25 years, Dr. David Traver has dedicated his career to working with children who have autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Throughout this time, he has been privileged to witness numerous remarkable stories, but a few have left an indelible mark on his heart. One such moment occurred during a Saturday soccer game when he saw a mother weeping on the sidelines.
1 month ago

Oceania 1 month ago

Fiji Olympic athletes’ hymns captivate Olympic Village

By CDI Staff

The harmonic singing of hymns by Fiji's Olympic athletes, coaches, and staff during their worship gatherings in Paris' Olympic Village has captured hearts worldwide, going viral on social media. Australian water polo player Matilda Kearns, who was housed near the Oceania teams' building, shared the moving scenes on Instagram, showing the Fijian athletes gathered in worship on a Sunday afternoon.
1 month ago

Asia 1 month ago

Tributes to Rev. Jonah Lee: warmth and consideration credited for success as counselor and human rights activist

By CDI Staff

The Reverend Jonah Lee, senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Korea Community and representative of Holy Life, who had once been a homosexual but overcame it and became an ex-gay human rights activist, passed away on July 30 at the age of 76. “Reverend Lee was always honest and treated us like friends. He preached according to the Bible and allowed us to experience God’s grace. He overcame homosexuality by relying on Jesus' name and spent his life helping others recover from homosexuality in Jesus' wa
2 months ago

Europe 2 months ago

Nearly 70% of Scottish Christians say they’ve faced prejudice, survey reports

By CDI Staff

More than two-thirds of Christians in Scotland have reported experiencing some form of prejudice due to their faith, according to a recent survey conducted by a Christian think tank based in the United Kingdom.
2 months ago

Oceania 2 months ago

Māori-background contextual theologian Dr Jay Mātenga to head up CDI’s opinion section, ‘amplifying the perspectives of those previously unheard’

By CDI Staff

Christian Daily International (CDI), a global Christian news site with reporters and editors in different regions of the world, is pleased to welcome Dr Jay Mātenga as its Opinion Editor. Three decades of service to cross-cultural missions combined with his personal mixed background with Māori heritage, Mātenga is uniquely positioned to take charge of CDI’s opinion section, ensuring it will serve as a platform featuring biblical Christian voices from every part of the world.
2 months ago

Latin America 2 months ago

City of Medellin and World Vision join forces to protect migrant children in Colombia

By CDI Staff

Dangerous migration in Latin America due to poverty, insecurity and political conflicts continues to increase, especially among children and adolescents. According to data provided by UNICEF, it is estimated that in the Darien jungle alone, on the border between Colombia and Panama, 800,000 people will cross in 2024, 160,000 of which will be under 18 years of age. Based on the regional context and the trends observed in the first four months of 2024, the majority of these minors will likely requ

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Articles by CDI Staff

Three Pakistani Christian women appointed to key government positions raising hopes for minorities

Korean conference discusses missionary approach to suicide prevention, as country wrestles with highest suicide rate among OECD

President of evangelical network of Veracruz laments Mexico's failure to address violence, 'ask God for new government to do better'

World Vision calls for immediate and decisive action to protect children, vulnerable communities from 'preventable' mpox

Evangelical voices at the G20 Interfaith Forum in Brazil: 'faith communities as promoters of social cohesion'

First Bible translation for indigenous ethnic people groups completed in Colombia

Lessons in inclusivity: the power of special needs ministry

Fiji Olympic athletes’ hymns captivate Olympic Village

Tributes to Rev. Jonah Lee: warmth and consideration credited for success as counselor and human rights activist

Nearly 70% of Scottish Christians say they’ve faced prejudice, survey reports

Māori-background contextual theologian Dr Jay Mātenga to head up CDI’s opinion section, ‘amplifying the perspectives of those previously unheard’

City of Medellin and World Vision join forces to protect migrant children in Colombia

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