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In 2023, Open Doors supporters strengthened over 8 million persecuted Christians to be “salt and light” in their communities around the world. Highlights: * Over 600,000 people received advocacy support *Over 3.5 million people received Biblical training and discipleship *Over 500,000 people were helped with socio-economic support  *Over 1.8 million people received Bibles and Christian literature *Over 1.2 million people were supported through presence ministry and research *Over 8 million people were supported around the world - a 7% increase compared to 2022 *77% more people benefited from Open Doors presence ministry, mainly online programs, compared to 2022 *10% more Bibles and scripture items were distributed compared to 2022 More than 365 million Christians suffer high levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith. That’s one in seven Christians in the world. Faithful support and prayers show our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ that they are never alone. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d5wZ_jHg

The The Pontifical Mission Societies in the U.S. is grateful for the Church management best practices promoted by Leadership Roundtable: transparency, accountability, and co-responsibility. By modeling these values in our national office - and through our mission leadership in diocesan offices - we aim, in turn, to strengthen the emerging, global Church. #missionary #mission #iamamissionary #onefamilyinmission #missio

#SabaSabaDay Kenyans. One of the most radical things Kenyans have done these past few weeks, is to #OccupyChurches. Occupying churches has two elements to it: 1. It recognises the role that churches have played and can play in enabling and sustaining a corrupt political system. 2. It de-platforms politicians from one of the most powerful and easily unchecked platforms for furthering influence. Let me dwell on the second part. Political leaders know that most Kenyans are Christians by faith. They also know that people do go to church on Sundays and attend religious events consciously or by habit. Finally, they realised a long time ago that they can mitigate their non-performance and steal in peace while sustaining their relevance, by attending services, donating money, and making speeches to sizable crowds every Sunday (if they want) for five years. But they no longer have this. Kenyan politicians can no longer use spiritual manipulation to stay relevant; they will have to work to be seen or even to be allowed to be heard. I see this as one of the most radical things we have done. In some ways, it is also spiritual liberation. Tribute to our Maandamano Shujaas May our shujaas, the victims of state brutality, rest in peace with our ancestors who saw us through the first and second liberations. #SabaSabaDay #RejectFinanceBill2024 #Kenya

🌿 Honoring Gandhi Jayanti & the International Day of Non-Violence 🌿 On October 2nd, we commemorate the birth of Mahatma Gandhi, a global symbol of peace and the father of India's non-violent independence movement. His teachings on non-violence, tolerance, and justice resonate deeply in today’s world, where conflicts and violence still challenge many communities. This day also marks the International Day of Non-Violence, a reminder of the power of peaceful action in resolving conflicts and promoting social justice. Nonprofits around the world are on the frontlines, working tirelessly to prevent violence, protect vulnerable populations, and foster peaceful coexistence. From advocating for human rights to supporting survivors of violence, their efforts are critical in building safer, more compassionate societies. At Upahara, we are committed to supporting philanthropists who invest in these vital initiatives. By connecting donors with nonprofits focused on violence prevention and community resilience, we help amplify efforts to create lasting change. Together, we can contribute to a world where peace, dignity, and safety are accessible to all. Let’s honor Gandhi’s legacy by continuing to support causes that promote non-violence and protect those most in need. ✌️ Peace begins with us. #GandhiJayanti #InternationalDayOfNonViolence #NonViolence #Philanthropy #Upahara #PeaceBuilding #PreventingViolence #ProtectingTheVulnerable You can personalize this further to match your tone or add any additional reflections!

CHURCH ENGAGEMENT & ATTENDANCE: Is engagement actually the new attendance in churches? We've believed it for years, but is it time for a rethink? #ChurchEngagement https://ow.ly/NKlQ50QTz05 🤔

Is the offering just a way of churches raising money? Is it an outdated practice now that fewer people carry cash? In this article, I trace the history and changing practice of offering in Scottish liturgical tradition, arguing it can be reimagined as an invitation to participation in ministry and mission: https://lnkd.in/eYYWBp-u

WEA HAS ASSEMBLED AND CONNECTED WORLD SUBJECT MATTER SPECIALISTS to plan and lead strategic global church initiatives organized around six key areas, each designed to accelerate the health and growth of the church around the world: Global Advocacy. Global Witness. Global Theology. Alliance Engagement. Church Engagement. Public Engagement. These departments are led by a diverse, international team of capable leaders who work with team members to drive global outcomes on important issues such as: evangelism, theology, youth, women in leadership, creation care, church growth, peace and reconciliation, relief & development, religious liberty, and more. • • • • THE RESULT? Complex problems facing the global church are solved. Gospel outreach is expanded and more effective. Local churches grow in their ability to serve their communities. Are you ready to serve His Church on a Global Scale? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcctZTuy

Unveiling insights from our latest Giving and Worship Report! 🌟 Discover the trends shaping generosity and engagement in churches today. #GivingAndWorship #DataInsights https://hubs.ly/Q02t3S2T0

Unveiling insights from our latest Giving and Worship Report! 🌟 Discover the trends shaping generosity and engagement in churches today. #GivingAndWorship #DataInsights https://hubs.ly/Q02t44wt0

Do you think Christian Missions work is important? Barna Group has done some significant research in this space. Global missions is a huge undertaking—something the entire Church can participate in through prayer and financial support. But today, only one in five Christians (19%) in the United States supports any kind of Christian Missions work. Some of the key findings; ➡️ Global Missions ranks sixth (37%) in importance for churches' prayer focus. ➡️ 3 in 5 (57%) of Christians believe partnering with local/indigenous leaders within a country context is the most effective way to organize global missions. ➡️ More than half of church Millennials (51%) say that if their church donated a percentage of it's annual budget to missions, this would motivate them to give more. ➡️2 in 3 (63%) of all U.S. Christians say that they have not heard of the Great Commission. ➡️ About 1 in 3 (35%) of Christians say that they are unsure of how many unreached people there are in the world. ➡️ 51% of Christians believe that missions is a calling for some ➡️ Only 25% of Christians believe that missions is a calling for all. Missions Engagement is the demonstration of God’s purpose for His people, to be in a relationship with Him and bring others into this necessary communion. Global Disciples Canada trains leaders living near unreached people groups to multiply disciples. Drop me a DM if you'd like to know more about how you can get involved with Global Missions. #thegospel #missions #globaldisciples