Articles by Chris Eyte
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Dr. Marvin Oxenham believes the future of theological education must not only rest on academic excellence or professional competence but also on something more personal and transformative: the character of those preparing to serve in ministry. -
‘We need each other as helpers, friends, companions, and partners’ to strengthen the Church’s mission, says European Evangelical Alliance co-leader Connie Duarte
European evangelicals must hold fast to hope in Christ and pursue unity across borders if they are to strengthen their witness, said Connie Duarte, co-general secretary of the European Evangelical Alliance. She described hope and unity as inseparable, reminding believers that “without hope, we are most to be pitied,” and that the church grows stronger when it works together in Christ. -
‘An appalling crime’: Lord Alton urges EU action against forced abortion of disabled women
Lord David Alton, a veteran Christian human rights campaigner, has urged European governments to act after a United Nations committee raised concerns about reports of forced abortions and sterilisation of women with disabilities in some European Union member states. -
Concerns raised over limited sign language access during Jamaica election debates
As Jamaica heads to the polls on Sept. 3, questions have been raised about the quality and consistency of sign language interpretation during the televised debates that shaped the campaign. Advocates for the Deaf and hard of hearing community, which makes up an estimated 1–2 percent of the population, say reliable access is essential to ensure full participation in the democratic process. -
Quebec prayer ban shows 'profound misunderstanding' of faith and society, Christian think tank warns
A leading Christian think tank has criticized Quebec’s plan to ban public prayer, warning that the proposal reflects a growing misunderstanding of religion’s role in society and could undermine institutions central to civic life. Jean-François Roberge, the province’s minister responsible for secularism, has pledged to advance legislation this fall that would prohibit prayers in public spaces. The move, floated by Premier François Legault, was framed as a response to Muslim prayer gatherings at p -
Hate crimes and opposition against Christians increase in Turkey
Christians in Türkiye suffered an upsurge in hate crimes in 2024 compared with the previous year, according to a human rights report. -
Light of the World 2-D cartoon about Jesus hits US movie theaters next week
A new animated film telling the story of Jesus through the eyes of the apostle John is set to debut in U.S. theaters Sept. 5. Light of the World presents the gospel in a family-friendly, hand-drawn 2D cartoon format. Set around 30 A.D., the film portrays crowds awaiting the Messiah and follows the first disciples — John, James, Andrew, Peter and others — as they recognize something unique about Jesus and begin to follow him through his ministry, crucifixion and resurrection. -
Christian charity warns hike in energy costs will hit UK’s poorest
A Christian debt charity has warned that the poorest households in the U.K. will suffer as colder months approach, following a new increase in national energy costs. -
Samaritan’s Purse's Edward Graham reminds Ukrainians of God’s love at national prayer breakfast in Kyiv
Edward Graham, chief operating officer (COO) of Samaritan’s Purse, and a grandson of late evangelist Billy Graham, told Ukrainians that God had not forgotten them in an address as the keynote speaker at Ukraine’s National Prayer Breakfast. -
Thousands of Christians join March for Jesus in Belfast, Northern Ireland
An estimated 8,000 to 10,000 Christians filled the streets of Belfast on Saturday (Aug. 23), waving flags, singing and praying in unity during a March for Jesus that organizers described as peaceful and celebratory. Rev. John Ahern, chief organizer of the event, told Christian Daily International that the turnout included “many families and children” and created “a wonderful sense of peace and unity.” He added that the Police Service of Northern Ireland reported no problems during the march. -
Gen Z struggles with church engagement, discipleship opportunities, State of the Bible report reveals
Young people need more discipleship to develop their Christian faith, according to the fifth chapter of the 15th annual State of the Bible report. Published last Thursday (Aug. 14), the data indicates a strong relationship between church engagement and flourishing, according to the American Bible Society (ABS). -
First-time author wins Australian Christian Book of the Year for exploration of AI and faith
First-time author Stephen Driscoll has won the 2025 Australian Christian Book of the Year for his debut work, Made in Our Image: God, Artificial Intelligence and You, which explores the relationship between Christian faith and emerging AI technology.
