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60,000 Attend Hope Crusade in Costa Rica Stadium

Guiame Costa Rica

Approximately 60,000 people gathered at the National Stadium in Costa Rica on October 17 for the Hope Crusade, an event organized by the Redeemed Christian Church of God and the Evangelical Alliance Federation of Costa Rica. The free event featured worship music by artists including Tercer Cielo and Averly Morillo, along with preaching by Nigerian pastor Enoch Adeboye. According to organizers, thousands of attendees responded to the gospel message and committed their lives to Jesus. The gathering was described as a day of faith and hope, with participants expressing deep emotional engagement throughout the service.

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Latin Evangelical Alliance Addresses Credibility and Pastoral Care

Christian Daily International Costa Rica

Leaders from several Latin American countries gathered in a city in Costa Rica for the Latin American Evangelical Alliance general assembly. The event focused on missionary outreach, pastoral well-being, and restoring church credibility. A prominent leader highlighted the shift from European to Latin American missionaries and the need for new engagement strategies. A Costa Rican pastor discussed professionalizing ministry through a new College of Pastors and addressing health issues among aging clergy. A Spanish representative emphasized ethical consistency and unity to rebuild trust with civil society. The group also agreed that churches must report abuse to authorities rather than remaining silent.

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