Articles by Chris Eyte
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Revive Europe, an evangelistic initiative focused on sparking Christian revival among students across the continent, is training and releasing 100 emerging leaders ahead of the upcoming Awakening Project gathering in London this spring. The three-day event, set for April 30 to May 2 in Hackney, London, will bring together student revival leaders and supportive adults for worship, prayer, teaching and fellowship. -
In UN report, evangelicals highlight social instability in Portugal, express concern that new law could criminalize religious views
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), together with its national member the Portuguese Evangelical Alliance (Aliança Evangélica Portuguesa, or AEP) representing 355 local churches, expressed concern over political instability, rising populism, racism, xenophobia, and restrictions on religious freedom in Portugal during the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. -
Church Army UK & Ireland facing difficult decisions amid restructuring due to financial pressures
Church Army UK & Ireland, a registered missional charity focused on evangelism among marginalized communities, has issued an urgent call for prayer as it faces severe financial strain—warning that job redundancies are “likely” and that “significant changes to the way we work” are imminent. -
Churches in Geneva struggle with new requirement on relation to state
Authorities now require churches in Geneva, Switzerland, to sign a “declaration of commitment” or risk restrictions on organizing public events, chaplaincy services and a clampdown on voluntary donations, sources said. -
'Are you happy?' - World Happiness Report 2025 says caring and sharing key to lasting joy
The World Happiness Report 2025, released by the University of Oxford’s Wellbeing Research Centre in partnership with Gallup and the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, highlights the transformative power of caring and sharing in fostering happiness, both for those who give and receive. -
'It’s a hiatus, not the end': Carl Beech steps back from ministry leadership amid Parkinson's disease and diabetes
U.K. evangelist Carl Beech has publicly announced he is stepping down from his role as President of Christian Vision for Men (CVM) and Edge Ministries to focus on other projects and his health battles with Parkinson’s Disease and Diabetes. CVM is a renowned national men’s ministry, which organizes events and social networks for men including the annual evangelistic event, “The Gathering,” which has seen countless men from all walks of life surrender their lives to Christ. -
Canadian church leaders invited to join survey on loneliness and social isolation amid national loneliness crisis
With loneliness and social isolation reaching crisis levels in Canada—especially among youth—church leaders are being called on to share how their communities are responding, through a new national survey launched by Christian think tank Cardus. -
Gafcon G25 conference emphasizes renewal, Biblical authority, and raising the next generation of leaders
Leaders from Gafcon, a global Anglican movement committed to restoring biblical values to the heart of the Anglican Communion, gathered March 12 for their annual “G25” conference with a central focus on raising the next generation of bishops. -
Swiss Evangelical Alliance paper explores AI and Church: 'Pandora's box can no longer be closed' but AI can be 'blessing'
A new working paper released by the Swiss Evangelical Alliance (Schweizerische Evangelische Allianz/SEA) aims to guide churches, Christian organizations, and ministry leaders through the complex ethical, theological and practical questions raised by artificial intelligence (AI). Developed by a specialist group of academics and technologists, the paper encourages a proactive response to the growing impact of AI on faith communities. -
Report highlights lack of awareness, gaps in policies for older people with disabilities in Australia
A newly released policy report by two Australian sight-saving and support organizations has identified critical gaps in policies and programs that undermine the welfare of older people with disabilities. -
European Evangelical Alliance moves legal office to Germany, appoints new EU representative
The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has relocated its legal seat from Switzerland to Germany to strengthen its political engagement within the European Union (EU) and has appointed a new representative in Brussels, Belgium. -
David Westlake steps down as head of IJM UK after eight years, Biju Matthew steps in as interim CEO
David Westlake is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer (CEO) of International Justice Mission (IJM) UK, a Christian anti-trafficking and anti-violence non governmental organization (NGO) after eight years in charge. No reason was given for his departure. Biju Matthew, based in London and with 14 years of experience working for IJM, most recently as vice president of strategy and operations for IJM Africa & Europe, is acting as Interim CEO until a replacement for Westlake is ann
