Articles by Lizzie Sotola
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On Tuesday (May 27), the government of President Gabriel Boric presented a bill to the Chilean Congress to legalize abortion on demand without specific grounds up to 14 weeks of gestation. This initiative, one of the president's campaign promises, aims to "expand reproductive rights" for women in the country. The bill is scheduled to be debated in Congress starting today (June 2). -
Christian media leaders gather virtually to discuss launch of new Ibero-American communicators alliance
On May 21, about 30 journalists from across Latin America, North America, and Europe gathered for a virtual meeting convened by the Ibero-American Congress for Life and Family. The meeting aimed to introduce a new initiative: the Alliance of Christian Communicators (ADECOM), a platform envisioned to strengthen collaboration among evangelical journalists and media professionals across the region. -
Evangelical and Protestant leaders in Latin America react to the election of Pope Leo XIV
For specialists familiar with the Vatican, the election of American Robert Francis Prevost Martinez as the new pope sends clear political and symbolic signals, both within and outside the Catholic world. This was evident in his first speech, when he spoke in Italian and Spanish—eschewing his native language, English—which some viewed as a clear sign of geopolitical distancing. As always, when the Catholic Church renews its leadership, all eyes are on the new figure who emerges. -
Evangelical and pro-family leaders warn Bolivian child-marriage bill may enable abuse of minors
Bolivia is debating a bill that seeks to repeal the emancipation of minors through marriage. Under the previous Law 603, enacted in 2014, the country allowed minors, starting at age 16, to emancipate themselves from their parents by getting married, with judicial authorization, and/or by recognition of independent economic activity. -
Argentinian Christians commemorate Pope Francis, reflect on personal encounters
The death of Pope Francis, the highest authority in the Roman Catholic Church, has sparked global interest in learning more about the life of the man who dedicated his life to serving God and people. -
Evangelical group gains official recognition for rehabilitation ministry among prisoners in Santa Fe, Argentina
In a landmark moment for prison ministry in Argentina, the Mesa Coordinadora Evangélica Carcelaria (MeCEC) — a network of evangelical pastors dedicated to supporting incarcerated individuals — was formally recognized this week in Rosario, the capital of Santa Fe province. The initiative aims to bring spiritual transformation and social reintegration to prisons through evangelism and the preaching of God’s Word. -
Evangelical body raises concerns over Spanish educational protocols for transgender minors
The Federation of Evangelical Religious Entities of Spain (FEREDE) has published a detailed report on the educational protocols derived from regional LGBTI laws and Spain’s trans law. The document analyzes the impact of these regulations on parents’ rights to educate their children in accordance with their convictions, as well as on the exercise of parental authority. -
Argentina opens first evangelical university, aiming to combine faith and academic excellence
Argentina marked a milestone in its educational history Saturday with the inauguration of the country’s first evangelical university. Located in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Parque Chacabuco, the Universidad Evangélica del Cono Sur opened its doors with the goal of offering higher education that integrates academic excellence with Christian values. -
Large crowds and powerful moments of faith at the Palau Santo Domingo Festival 2025
The Festival Palau Santo Domingo 2025 brought together thousands of people over two days filled with music, testimonies, and solidarity, becoming a great celebration of faith and hope in the Dominican capital. The opening was led by presenters Eva Piccini and Kike Pavón, who welcomed the audience. Music took center stage with Dominican artist Jameson Ramírez, followed by Kike Pavón himself and Dream Team DR, who energized the crowd. -
Palau Festival visits Najayo prison in the Dominican Republic
Najayo Prison, a prison complex in San Cristóbal province, welcomed Andrew Palau and his wife, Wendy, as they shared a message of hope with inmates. The visit was part of the Palau Santo Domingo 2025 Festival, held March 14-15 at the Faro a Colón in the Dominican capital, according to reporting by Diario Cristiano, Christian Daily International's Spanish edition. -
Peruvian lawmaker proposes eliminating 'femicide' charge, sparks controversy
Last week, Peruvian Congresswoman Milagros Jáuregui de Aguayo presented a bill that would eliminate the crime of femicide and instead classify the murder of spouses or cohabitants under the principle of equality before the law. -
Colombia faces rising violence and forced recruitment of minors by armed groups
The violence and forced recruitment of minors by illegal armed groups in Colombia have reached alarming levels. According to recent reports, children who refuse to join these organizations face deadly reprisals, particularly those from Christian communities.
