Dominican President Luis Abinader and First Lady Raquel Arbaje led a national prayer event at the National Palace in Santo Domingo on Monday. The gathering, held in the Caryatids Hall, included Christian leaders and public servants seeking divine protection for families, the sick, and the nation against natural disasters. Pastor Julio Morales of the Assemblies of God called the event a historic milestone, comparing the president's pause for prayer to the biblical King of Nineveh. Archbishop Carlos Tomás Morel Diplán also participated. The initiative aims to strengthen national hope and encourage concrete acts of service and solidarity among citizens and government officials.
Two months after magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck Venezuela's central coast, official figures report over 6,500 deaths and thousands displaced. World Vision representatives Mishelle Mitchell and Joao Diniz describe the ongoing humanitarian crisis, noting that basic needs like clean water and shelter remain unmet. The organization emphasizes that reconstruction is a long-term effort, not a quick fix. Local churches played a critical role in the initial response, with World Vision leveraging its network of over 2,000 Christian leaders. Priority actions include providing psychosocial support through child-friendly spaces for more than 27,000 children and addressing the economic collapse in the tourism-dependent region. The group warns of increased risks of exploitation and urges sustained international support for recovery.
The Evangelical Alliance of the UK (EAUK) released a guide in September 2026 to help Christians navigate the resurgence of New Age spirituality across Europe. The resource addresses growing interest in tarot, crystals, and manifestation, citing examples from popular culture. According to the outlet, this trend coincides with declining traditional church attendance in countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain. However, surveys indicate increased spiritual curiosity among young adults, with some believing in concepts like hell. The guide aims to provide a biblical perspective and pastoral strategies for engaging with this spiritually open but non-traditional demographic.
A Christian rapper in Cuba uses urban rhythms to share her faith with young people. She combines local music styles with evangelical messages to reach a new generation. The artist states that her creative identity is inseparable from her Christianity. She began making music in a family studio and gained visibility through a church talent show. Her approach has faced criticism from some believers, but she argues that faith is defined by conduct rather than appearance. She aims to use her platform to help Cuban youth find transformation through God, hoping to spread this message internationally.
A documentary creator was detained in a city in Colombia for ten days after refusing to comply with a court order to temporarily remove his film. The clinic featured in the production requested the injunction, arguing the content violated patients' rights. The creator maintains the work is a rigorous investigation into medical procedures for minors. The arrest has sparked a national debate regarding freedom of expression versus child protection. Politicians in Peru publicly condemned the detention as censorship, asserting that reporting on public interest matters should not be criminalized.
Armed attackers identified as Boko Haram killed 12 people and injured two in a village in Adamawa State, Nigeria, on Monday morning. Local authorities confirmed that a woman was abducted and the village church was destroyed. The local authority president attributed the assault to the extremist group. The incident highlights ongoing instability in northeastern Nigeria, where Boko Haram and ISWAP continue to target civilians despite military operations. Community leaders have requested urgent humanitarian aid for displaced residents, while the government has launched an investigation into the massacre.
Evangelical leaders in the Dominican Republic have called for an independent investigation into the abuse scandal involving the Fundación Restaurando Vidas in Haina. Authorities detained two men after rescuing 14 minors from poor conditions. While some media labeled the main suspect as a pastor, Christian organizations clarified he has no formal ties to the evangelical church. Groups like CODUE and the Alianza Evangélica Dominicana seek to prevent religious stigmatization and ensure transparency. They also emphasized the state's responsibility to supervise such facilities and urged stricter protocols to protect vulnerable children from exploitation.
A Mexican pro-life activist was detained at a Colombian migration office due to an outstanding arrest warrant. The warrant stems from his refusal to remove a documentary alleging irregular gender transition procedures for minors at a specialized clinic. A judge had previously ordered the video's removal, citing harm to patients' rights, and sentenced the activist to ten days in jail and a fine for contempt. The country's president has urged Congress to legislate on medical procedures for minors, aligning with the documentary’s focus on child protection. The detention has sparked significant local and international debate regarding freedom of expression and youth healthcare regulations.
The Bible Society of Mexico unveiled the first complete Bible in the Purépecha language in a city in central Mexico. This project, encompassing both Testaments, required decades of specialized translation and validation with native speakers to ensure accuracy. The initiative aims to preserve the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Purépecha people in their region. While the New Testament was previously completed in 1968, this full version expands access to the scriptures for a community with a strong oral tradition. The effort is part of the global United Bible Societies fellowship and builds upon historical translation attempts dating back to the sixteenth century.
The Argentine Senate held a first-of-its-kind official ceremony to recognize the educational contributions of more than 110 evangelical schools in Argentina. Senator Nadia Márquez, who led the initiative, presided over the event in the Blue Hall alongside Senate President Bartolomé Abdala and other national authorities. The gathering highlighted the century-long legacy of these institutions, tracing their origins to William Morris, who established the country's first evangelical school in the late 19th century. Representatives from major evangelical education alliances attended, and diplomas were awarded to school leaders from various provinces, emphasizing the sector's role in providing education across diverse communities.
Brazilian missionaries Fernando and Janaine Basso led an evangelistic campaign in the Isoanala commune of Madagascar, resulting in 120 conversions to Christianity. The team screened the film 'Jesus' in the Bara language to the local population, many of whom are illiterate. Following their acceptance of the faith, the new believers burned amulets and objects associated with witchcraft and occultism. The Basso couple has been working in the remote, mountainous regions of southern Madagascar since 2013, collaborating with Mission Zero and MIAF to reach the Bara people, who traditionally practice animism and involve themselves in witchcraft. This event marks a significant shift in the area's religious landscape.
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Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies approved a bill establishing the last Sunday of October as the National Day of the Evangelical Church. The legislation, introduced by senators Orlando Penner, Lizarella Valiente, Blanca Ovelar, and Gustavo Leite, aims to recognize the historical and social contributions of evangelical groups. The measure also directs the Ministry of Education to include the date in the school calendar. Following Senate approval, the bill moves to the Executive Branch for presidential signature to become law. The initiative stems from requests by the Association of Evangelical Churches of Paraguay, though some legislators opposed the measure during the debate.
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According to The Christian Post, Andrew and Noleen Sedra, a pastoral couple in Sydney, Australia, reported that masked activists attacked their home on September 3. The intruders cut power, threatened to kill the family, and mentioned a newborn baby. The couple, who oppose same-sex relationships and abortion, plan to relocate due to safety concerns. Separately, an incident occurred in New York City on September 12, where a transgender artist tore pages from a Bible during a counter-protest marking the 11th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Police were present but did not intervene in the New York event.
A DatosUN survey conducted in April 2026 reveals that 28.8% of Venezuelans identify as non-Catholic Christians, establishing this group as the country's second-largest religious force. The outlet Evangelico Digital notes that a conservative estimate places the evangelical and Protestant population at approximately 25%. The study, based on 2,028 respondents across all Venezuelan states, highlights that most converts come from the Catholic Church. Evangelical adherence is particularly strong in Apure, Bolívar, Monagas, and Delta Amacuro, and is highest among adults aged 30 to 39. This growth reflects a broader regional trend in Latin America.
Costa Rican lawmakers from the Broad Front and other parties introduced bill 25.776 to prohibit conversion therapies, known as ECOSIG, in the country. The proposal seeks to amend the General Health Law to ban practices aimed at altering sexual orientation or gender identity. Deputy Antonio Trejos Mazariegos states these methods lack scientific backing and are not medical treatments. The Ministry of Health would enforce the ban, imposing fines and suspending permits for violating clinics. Religious sermons and voluntary spiritual counseling remain exempt. The bill updates a 2018 initiative and now awaits legislative committee review before a full assembly debate.
Evangelical leaders from across the Americas gathered in Washington D.C. to request that the Trump administration extend Temporary Protected Status for Salvadorans. Representing the CEPA network of 21,000 churches, the group warned that the program's expiration threatens over 170,000 individuals. Bishop Angel Marcial stated the appeal was pastoral, emphasizing mercy and family unity. Speakers highlighted that 150,000 U.S. citizen children are affected and condemned ICE arrests of pastors. They called for due process protections and a two-year extension to prevent traumatic family separations.
A major Anabaptist denomination in Ethiopia has voted to withdraw from the World Mennonite Conference. This decision, announced recently, removes over half a million members from the global body. The Ethiopian church cites a growing theological rift, specifically opposing the inclusion of churches that support same-sex marriage. Although only a few national conferences permit such practices, the denomination views this as a liberal drift incompatible with biblical teachings. The conference secretary general acknowledged the significant structural impact of this split. The move highlights tensions between Global South churches and liberal sectors in the North regarding doctrinal authority.
Pro-life legislators and diplomats met in New York on September 17 and 18 to propose creating a Core Group at the United Nations. Organizers stated the initiative aims to counter the influence of the pro-LGBT bloc, which has operated since 2008. Participants, including representatives from Peru, Honduras, Uruguay, and the Dominican Republic, agreed to form a steering committee. This group will draft a charter and define diplomatic steps to seek official recognition. The effort seeks to transform the Geneva Consensus Declaration into sustained multilateral coordination for nations defending life and family values.
A UK court acquitted Richard Johnson, a 72-year-old British evangelical, of charges related to distributing a tract about Sodom in London's Soho district. The prosecution argued the material constituted hate speech in an area designated as an LGBT safe space. However, magistrates ruled on September 4, 2026, that while the content was offensive, it did not meet the legal threshold for a crime under the Public Order Act. The Christian Legal Centre celebrated the verdict as a victory for religious freedom, warning against applying different speech standards in specific zones. The case highlights ongoing tensions between expression rights and community sensitivities in diverse urban areas.
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