Podcasts about Mission Network News

Today's HeadlinesMaharashtra anti-conversion law faces unexpected legal challengeAs everyday costs climb, gospel workers face choices no budget can solveMexico: stalled Scripture shipment arrives as church's outreach begins

Carmen takes time to apply the mind of Christ to the matters of the day, including the policy agreement brokered by the White House with AI tech companies on how to provide guardrails in its development.  Plus, when does a headline belie the reality of a news story?  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer updates us on the legal challenges ot an anti-conversion law in an Indian providence, among other areas where God's people are ministering in the brokenness around them.     The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here!

Today's HeadlinesYemen's forgotten crisis deepens, but desperation opens doors for the gospelDengue outbreak strains Christian hospitalMegaVoice brings Gospel hope to Nepal after disaster

Today's HeadlinesA3 leaders navigate Bangkok floods, food accessBreaking generational debt in Pakistan's brick kilnsFor leaders serving refugees, biblical truths are the foundation for sustainable ministry

Today's HeadlinesChina's pressure on Zion Church continues, but persecution has not silenced its faithChurches bring aid and Gospel hope to war-torn ZaporizhzhiaAcross borders and war zones, one digital strategy is connecting people with Scripture

Today's HeadlinesIranian flights disappear as U.S. sanctions deadline hitsAttacks strain churches in Sudan's Nuba MountainsBehind prison walls, a simple letter can become a powerful ministry

Today's HeadlinesLast Trump-Xi meeting freed a pastor. Could it happen again?As South Sudan's elections approach, vulnerable children find an unexpected place of hopeAI is transforming ministry in Iran

Today's HeadlinesIran's turmoil grows, but Christians are praying for a deeper transformationJesus is desperately needed in this 100 percent Muslim nationInternational Day of Sign Languages highlights urgent Bible need

Today's HeadlinesMissing Pakistani Gospel worker reunited with familyHow does your community look from Heaven's perspective?South Africa's Single Moms Find Hope and Support

Today's HeadlinesChurch-less believers stand strong in North KoreaGod's marvelous work in Native youthChristian organizations form strategic partnerships with MENA regional leaders

Today's HeadlinesAs Syria unites independent military forces, the future of Kurds is uncertainScripture-filled “date books” bring hope to U.S. prisoners

Today's HeadlinesUN and EU call for action against religious persecutionUkraine teachers exhausted by war find rest and community with each otherWhy Deaf ministry must be led by Deaf Christians

Today's HeadlinesNigeria's reported Boko Haram ceasefire leaves difficult questionsNew sponsorship program to help keep school children out of Haitian gangsHanaa's story: from fear to faith

Today's HeadlinesHouthis tighten their grip as millions in Yemen face hunger and uncertainty“Here on my own will”: Maharashtra churches adapt to anti-conversion lawWar threatens another school year for Lebanon's ‘lost generation'

Today's HeadlinesA contested Lebanese stronghold changes hands, raising fears of wider escalationChristians build resilient livelihoods as Bangladesh emerges from years of political uncertaintyFreedom program in Ethiopia bears fruit

Today's HeadlinesRemembering 9/11: Honoring sacrifice and healing invisible wounds25 years after 9/11, Gospel takes root near bin Laden's hideoutIsraeli youth deepen their faith through summer discipleship

Today's HeadlinesIran's proxies return to the fight, but ordinary people bear the costMiraculous dreams, a surprise box of Bibles, and how Jesus is still reaching IranChurches in Central Asia face opposition and uncertainty

Today's HeadlinesDR Congo battles record Ebola outbreak; hospital supplies running shortDisplacement leaves Lebanese children without classroomsWhen prison exposes the need for change, the gospel offers something deeper

Today's HeadlinesFaith under fire: a ministry update from UkraineNo ‘us vs. them': the Gospel's call in AfghanistanMinistry provides time of prayer and hope for war-torn Israeli men

Today's HeadlinesUkraine's churches sustain aid amid Russian attacksIran's regional attacks highlight worldview behind conflictTranslation projects are helping the Deaf understand the story of Scripture

Today's Headlines13th anti-conversion state law goes into effect in India; Christians waryChristian producer remains missing after Pakistan studio raidUnlock Bible translation breakthroughs across Iran's ethnic communities

Today's HeadlinesHezbollah disarmament raises fears of history repeating in LebanonChurch unity has grown as Venezuelans press through earthquake recoveryUnexpected connection brings indigenous ministry model to Mongolia

Ethan Forhetz of Convoy of Hope talks about their work on the ground along the Nepal-Tibet border after the glacial collapse that brought devastation to communities in that area. Ethan emphasizes this is amid a large number of other crises globally and in the US this year.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer also addresses the situation in Nepal, plus talks about the many ministries being put on an "undesirables" list in Russia.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here!

Today's HeadlinesChristians bring hope amid Nepal's catastrophic floodingAmid war and crackdowns, Iranians continue searching for spiritual truthNew training in Ethiopia reawakens old fires for Christ

Today's Headlines“They lost everything”: Nepal flood death toll continues to climbEconomic crisis pushes Iranian families toward hard choices and deeper questionsPersecution tests growing Kurdish church movement in Syria

Today's HeadlinesChristians risk their lives to bring the Gospel to unreached Somali communities in KenyaSudan conflict puts Christian aid workers at risk as violence escalatesKumamoto church network ready to provide long-term relief

Today's HeadlinesSecurity roadblocks keep Christian medical team outside GazaA3 mobilizing to help Nepal flood survivors after deadly glacier collapseA forum of Christian leaders in Southeast Asia learn about a different approach to Bible translation

Today's HeadlinesRadio ministry offers hope after deadly Haiti gang attackFollowing American missionary's release, a look at Niger's extremism problemIsrael-Hezbollah standoff raises fears of renewed fighting and potential seismic danger

Today's HeadlinesChurch attack highlights Haiti's growing instabilityPalestinian Christians speak hope and peace amid conflict in the Holy LandMission Cry Sends First Shipment of Bibles to Namibia

Today's HeadlinesPakistan raid forces Gospel worker into hidingIraq's government cracks down on rampant corruption while the church ministers to those affectedScripture in sign language is changing Deaf people's perception of God

Today's HeadlinesMoroccans seek better, find ChristOpen Bible Stories brings God's Word to hundreds of languagesFive years into the Taliban's rule, poverty and oppression dominate Afghanistan. Yet God's Word takes root.

Today's HeadlinesIsrael-Türkiye tensions raise concerns for Syria's futureIndia: Over 100 people killed in monsoon flooding, landslidesJapanese Christians help earthquake survivors find hope

Today's HeadlinesThousands of Indonesians displaced by 7.7-magnitude quake; dozens killedMultinational educators find unity in ChristNobody could explain to him who Jesus was — until a Deaf missionary came

Carmen spends time collecting her thoughts on the story of Jason Arday who built his academic career and his worth on falsehoods.  The falsehoods came to light, destroying his career and life.  Did Jason know where a true identity is found? Do you?  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer highlights some of good news of missionaries released, but also others facing legal issues in other countries.  Plus, there have been several major earthquakes in South America and the Far East.  Amid the rubble, churches and missions organizations are engaged.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Today's HeadlinesPeace accord seeks to bridge Nigeria's religious dividesMob violence is decreasing in Pakistan. What's the state of persecution now?Heart for Lebanon helps displaced people for the long haul

Today's HeadlinesDeadly earthquakes strike Indonesia. Christians step in to help the scattered responseColombia earthquake doesn't stop Bible translation effortsStrategic prayer points as blackouts and shortages grip the people of Cuba

Today's HeadlinesGod answers prayers: missionary Kevin Rideout released after nine months of captivityHoly Land economy struggles; Palestinian Christians persevereVenezuelan churches making sure those displaced by the earthquakes are not forgottenJapanese Christians help earthquake survivors find hope

Today's HeadlinesWhat does Sheikh Hasina's promised return mean for Christians in Bangladesh?Court keeps investigation into Pastor Raymond Koh's disappearance on hold amid government appealDevotionals help bring kids in Ukraine to Christ

Today's HeadlinesHope and help coming in the hard aftermath of Colombia's quakesAfter delayed votes and gang rule, Haitians eager for December electionsPastor Nihad Hassan returns to Lebanon

Today's HeadlinesRTM Colombia offers biblical hope as deadly earthquake leaves communities in shamblesNigeria: 308 captives freed in “largest single-day” rescueSudanese Christians bring hope amid war and displacement

Today's HeadlinesTrial resumes this week for Korean Missionary Park Tae-YeonConflict in Manipur continues to impact thousandsBack-to-school season brings new routines and opportunities for God's Word

Today's HeadlinesIndia's anti-conversion laws are being abused to persecute Christians in new waysThe current reality for Christians of Central AsiaChildren in Lebanon may not be able to go to school this year

Today's HeadlinesIsrael and Lebanon test peace framework through pilot zonesEbola threatens internally displaced person camps in the DRC, yet Christians continue to ministerFoundationsBT equips the global Church for Bible translation

Rocky Malloy, founder and CEO of the National School Chaplain Association, talks about the growing movement of chaplaincy in public schools, welcomed by districts in throughout the US, and the impact they have on students, staff, and the wellbeing of the schools and districts.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer updates us on the recovery efforts in Venezuela and how churches are leading the efforts in many of the remote communities.  She also addresses the release of Pastor Ezra Jin from prison in China.  Good news, yes. But China has many pastors in prison and many churches are still being pressured by the communist government.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Billy Hallowell of CBN News and Faith Wire talks about Christ-followers who are actively pointing people to Jesus during the World Cup, including Christian Pulisic's "Bible Time."  He also talks about a ministry seeking to bring freedom to those being human trafficked, and how former Scientologist Joy Villa is now free in Jesus.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer updates us on the situation between Israel and Hezbollah, the impact of the negotiations between the US and Iran, and how Christians in Lebanon are navigating this situation.  She also talks about the targeted attack on a history Kyiv monastery by Russia that attacks not just a building, but their faith.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Carmen LaBerge talks about the concerns of AI-empowered warfare.  Will we allow artificial intelligence made decisions about targeting and strikes?  Congress is now considering the Human Authority in Lethal Operations (HALO) Bill.  How do we make sure humans and ethical frameworks are in place?  Carmen also talks about a new trend called silent book clubs.  Ruth Kramer of Mission Network News highlights efforts by Christian organizations to bring relief after this past Monday's earthquake in the Philippines, as well updates on what the Church is enduring in India and Iran.  She also highlights effort to reach fans and players during this year's World Cup competitions.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Matthew Soerens of World Relief and the Evangelical Immigration Table, co-author of the revised "Seeking Refuge," addresses the recent changes being made by the Federal government regarding legal immigration policies.  He also talks about how the global immigration crisis has changed over the last 10 years, policy changes in those 10 years, and the Bible call for us to love those in need of refuge. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about how the Church is still reaching out amid the Iran war and the crackdown in that country.  Also, with outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo how ministries are responding.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Adriel Booker, author of "Tethered to Hope," talks about the liminal space we are in after a tragedy, trauma, or crisis in your life.  You're not where you were ,but not at your destination.  Where is God and how does He show up after the crisis and before the new normal?  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer helps draw more attention to the situation in Nigeria with the killing of Christians by the Fulani, and why there is a concerted effort to cover up the situation.  She also addresses how the recent election in India could make matters worse for Christians in that country.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Billy Hallowell of CBN News and Faith Wire looks at places where God is showing up in the news, including talking about his conversation with Franklin Graham regarding a letter he wrote to the President, celebrity gossip columnist Perez Hilton seeking God, and the growth of chaplains in public schools.   Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer keeps us focused on what the Church in the nation of Lebanon is doing as the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has intensified.  She also talks about the increased number of antisemitic incidence in schools in Europe.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Carmen looks at many of the news headlines of the day, including the Artemis II lunar mission that will hopefully lift off today, the recent activity with the US Supreme Court, especially the decision upholding the rights of counselors to counsel minors who are struggling with unwanted same-sex desires but don't want it.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about the elevated concerns of persecution of Christians in places like Syria and in places in Africa as Holy Week and Easter are here.  She also addresses the situation in Lebanon as Israel seeks to take out the terror group Hezbollah.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here