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- [Hope Groups Providing Light in the Darkness](https://children.worldea.org/hope-groups-providing-light-in-the-darkness/) - Launched a year ago in response to the despair of those fleeing the war with Russia, World Without Orphans (WWO) HOPE Groups provide evidence-based parenting tips and trauma-informed care to small groups of Ukrainian women and men for ten weeks, empowering them to better care for themselves and their loved ones. "Originally, we started HOPE
- [Cartoon Network Kids Show 'We Baby Bears' Pushing Gender Confusion, 'They/Them' Pronouns in New Episode](https://children.worldea.org/cartoon-network-kids-show-we-baby-bears-pushing-gender-confusion-they-them-pronouns-in-new-episode/) - A cartoon program directed at young children is slated to feature nonbinary characters as popular culture and some multinational corporations embrace LGBT activism during so-called pride month. The Twitter account Libs of TikTok shared an excerpt from an upcoming episode of the Cartoon Network program “We Baby Bears,” where characters introduce themselves and identify their pronouns. One
- [To Busy Modern-Day Fathers: Here's a Piece of Advice](https://children.worldea.org/to-busy-modern-day-fathers-heres-a-piece-of-advice/) - Parents teach their children to stop, look and listen from a very young age. We all know the drill — when you come to a street corner and want to walk across, you stop at the curb. Then you look both ways. And finally, before you cross, you listen carefully to make sure there is
- [Instagram Connects Pedophiles to Network of Child Sex Abuse Content, Researchers Say](https://children.worldea.org/instagram-connects-pedophiles-to-network-of-child-sex-abuse-content-researchers-say/) - Instagram has created a task force to investigate researchers' claims that its algorithms connected pedophiles to underage sexual content. An investigation into the Meta-owned social media website by The Wall Street Journal and researchers at Stanford University and the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that its services cater to people who wish to view illicit materials by
- [‘Sound of Freedom’ Filmmaker Vows to Save Kids from Trafficking: ‘It's More Dangerous Not to Do It’](https://children.worldea.org/sound-of-freedom-filmmaker-vows-to-save-kids-from-trafficking-its-more-dangerous-not-to-do-it/) - Filmmaker and actor Eduardo Verástegui is dedicating his "entire life" to saving kids, and one of the ways he is using his influence is by sounding the alarm in Hollywood with the new movie "Sound of Freedom." Scheduled for release on July 4, the film tells the true story of one man's journey to combat
- [In Brussels, MEPs Warn of Surrogacy Violating Human Dignity](https://children.worldea.org/in-brussels-meps-warn-of-surrogacy-violating-human-dignity/) - The European Christian Political Movement together with the offices of Members of the European parliament Bert Jan Ruissen (ECR) and Miriam Lexmann (EPP) organized on 23 May a conference on parenthood policies in the European Union, with a focus on the issue of surrogacy. The two keynote speakers invited to provide expertise on the matter were Adina Portaru,
- [Early Exposition to Pornography Leads to More Demand for Prostitution](https://children.worldea.org/early-exposition-to-pornography-leads-to-more-demand-for-prostitution/) - On Thursday 1 June, a group of organisations working against the exploitation of women attended the first screening in France of Buying Her, by Exodus Cry. A poignant film about men who buy sexual services, and the links between pornography, prostitution and trafficking. In the presence of around fifty participants, Helen Taylor, Exodus Cry’s Vice-President of Impact,
- [Looking for Home](https://children.worldea.org/looking-for-home/) - Overshadowed by the catastrophic destruction of the Kakhovka dam in Ukraine, a huge step was taken this week by ministers of EU members towards agreement on how to handle the millions of those trying to find safety in Europe. While many of us may be happy to leave such matters up to the politicians, migration, hospitality
- [Tearfund Ireland launches report encouraging churches to support family-based care for vulnerable children](https://children.worldea.org/irish-christians-give-millions-to-overseas-orphanages-despite-global-shift-toward-family-based-care-report-finds/) - Christians in Ireland donate an estimated €14 million to €21 million each year to overseas orphanages, even as international child welfare experts and Christian organizations increasingly advocate for family-based care as the best environment for vulnerable children, according to a new report launched by Tearfund Ireland. The report, Caring for Children Overseas: How do Christians
- [Children's Network webinar highlights the power of collaboration for the next generation](https://children.worldea.org/childrens-network-webinar-highlights-the-power-of-collaboration-for-the-next-generation/) - How can Christian ministries accomplish together what they could never achieve alone? That question was at the heart of a recent webinar organized by the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) Children's Network, bringing together leaders from across Europe to share practical lessons in collaboration for the sake of children, youth and families. The webinar, Together for
- [New book calls churches to make child protection a gospel priority](https://children.worldea.org/new-book-calls-churches-to-make-child-protection-a-gospel-priority/) - Church leaders, theologians and child advocacy practitioners from around the world gathered online to launch God's Heart for Child Protection and Safeguarding, a new volume urging Christians to view safeguarding not as an administrative requirement but as a central expression of the gospel. Published by Langham Publishing in partnership with VIVA, the Lausanne Children at Risk
- [Global summit advances global framework for child flourishing](https://children.worldea.org/global-summit-advances-global-framework-for-child-flourishing/) - The Global Summit on Fostering Hope for Children, held June 3–5 in Vatican City, convened researchers, humanitarian leaders, policymakers, and faith-based organizations to develop a shared global framework for child wellbeing. It was organized by the Society for Global Flourishing in collaboration with World Vision International, Harvard University, the Institute for Global Human Flourishing at
- [Every child belongs in a family: Why the Church must rethink orphanage support](https://children.worldea.org/every-child-belongs-in-a-family-why-the-church-must-rethink-orphanage-support/) - There is a verse most Christians know by heart. James 1:27 calls us to look after orphans and widows in their distress. It is a very clear and direct command repeated across Scripture. And the Church has taken it seriously. Generations of believers have built orphanages, funded residential care, and traveled across the world to
- [Family discipleship, faith deconstruction, sexual identity, and the digital age in focus at D6 Asia Family Conference](https://children.worldea.org/family-discipleship-faith-deconstruction-sexual-identity-and-the-digital-age-in-focus-at-d6-asia-family-conference/) - The D6 Asia Online Family Conference 2026, organized by the Asia Evangelical Alliance Family & Children Commission, took place on May 14–16, 2026, and brought together participants from across the Asia region, including pastors, ministry leaders, parents, and families for discussions on discipleship, parenting, and faith formation in a rapidly changing world. Rooted in Deuteronomy
- [At D6 conference, pastor encourages parents to build resilient, spiritually grounded children in digital age](https://children.worldea.org/at-d6-conference-pastor-encourages-parents-to-build-resilient-spiritually-grounded-children-in-digital-age/) - At the D6 Asia Online Family Conference 2026 on May 15, Pastor Sharon Chong, founder and head coach of Gen Brave International and co-author of “Planted with Purpose”, encouraged parents, grandparents, and ministry leaders to intentionally cultivate emotional resilience and spiritual grounding in children by focusing on everyday discipleship rather than performance or perfection. The
- [D6 Asia Family Conference session explores 'sexual wholeness'](https://children.worldea.org/d6-asia-family-conference-session-explores-sexual-wholeness/) - At the D6 Asia Online Family Conference 2026 on May 16, Reverend Edmund Smith delivered a detailed session titled “Sexual Wholeness,” in which he described his personal journey from transgender identity to what he called “redemption in Christ,” alongside teachings on sexual identity, recovery and faith-based counseling. Rev. Smith, a Christian minister from Malaysia and
- [Faith formation should be shared, not carried by parents alone, D6 Asia panel says](https://children.worldea.org/faith-formation-should-be-shared-not-carried-by-parents-alone-d6-asia-panel-says/) - At the D6 Asia Online Family Conference 2026 on May 16, speakers Daniel Lim and Vania Christian encouraged churches and families to work together in guiding children and teenagers through seasons of faith questioning and spiritual formation. The panel session, titled “Formed; Not Lost: Arresting Faith Drift in Children and Youth Through Family Discipleship,” focused
- [D6 Asia speaker offers five questions to navigate youth deconversion and deconstruction](https://children.worldea.org/d6-asia-speaker-offers-five-questions-to-navigate-youth-deconversion-and-deconstruction/) - At the D6 Asia Online Family Conference 2026 on May 16, Christian educator Dr. Timothy Paul Jones encouraged parents, pastors and ministry leaders to approach young people struggling with faith doubts through calm conversations, compassionate listening and intentional discipleship rather than fear or panic. Jones, an American evangelical scholar of apologetics and family ministry, serves
- [D6 Asia Conference: parents urged to view screen management as part of discipleship, not rule enforcement](https://children.worldea.org/d6-asia-conference-parents-urged-to-view-screen-management-as-part-of-discipleship-not-rule-enforcement/) - At the D6 Asia Conference 2026, parenting expert Dr. Scott Turansky urged Christian parents to take a more intentional and heart-centered approach to managing children’s screen time, warning that unchecked dependence on electronics can shape a child’s character, emotional health and spiritual growth. Turansky spoke on May 15 during a session titled “A Heart-Based Approach
- [World Evangelical Alliance Children’s Network Welcomes Alan Charter as Co-Coordinator](https://children.worldea.org/world-evangelical-alliance-childrens-network-welcomes-alan-charter-as-co-coordinator/) - The World Evangelical Alliance Children’s Network is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Charter as Co-Coordinator, serving alongside Rev. Dr. Rebecca Goropevsek.
- [WEA panel urges return to family-centered disciple making as foundation of the Church](https://children.worldea.org/wea-panel-urges-return-to-family-centered-disciple-making-as-foundation-of-the-church/) - The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) concluded its morning program on the fourth and final day of the 2025 General Assembly in Seoul, Korea, with a compelling call for a global return to family-centered disciple making — challenging pastors, parents, and national church leaders to bridge the growing gap between pulpit and home. Held on the
- [As Christian organizations mull model, impact of child sponsorship, beneficiaries and research point to gains made](https://children.worldea.org/as-christian-organizations-mull-model-impact-of-child-sponsorship-beneficiaries-and-research-point-to-gains-made/) - A Compassion UK Trustee has come to the defence of child sponsorship prevalent in many Christian organizations following a recent announcement by ActionAid that it will rethink its child sponsorship programmes that have been running since 1972. In a LinkedIn post, Dr. Richmond Wandera, a Compassion beneficiary himself, offers a contrasting view based on personal experience.
- [‘Every home must become a missional family’: Church urged to confront family crises through discipleship](https://children.worldea.org/every-home-must-become-a-missional-family-church-urged-to-confront-family-crises-through-discipleship/) - On the sidelines of the All India Congress on Church in Mission (AICOCIM), Dr. P.C. Mathew, founder of Urban India Ministries and global family challenge director for the World Evangelical Alliance, warned that the health of the Indian Church hinges on how it responds to crises within the family. In an in-depth conversation with Christian Daily
- [Christian Alliance for Orphans launches groundbreaking studies on spirituality and child welfare](https://children.worldea.org/christian-alliance-for-orphans-launches-groundbreaking-studies-on-spirituality-and-child-welfare/) - The Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) Research Cente announced two groundbreaking studies on child welfare research that will examine the impact of spirituality on child welfare leaders and the perspectives of adult biological children from foster, adoptive, and kinship homes. CAFO, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, says that both studies will involve participants taking part in anonymous 30-minute online
- [Christ-like families are God's plan to impact generations](https://children.worldea.org/christ-like-families-are-gods-plan-to-impact-generations/) - Speaking at a teen conference many years ago in the city of Abu Dhabi, a young girl walked up to me after my sermon and said, “Uncle, what you shared did not make any sense to me.” After a good sermon—during which I saw some of the teens committing their lives to the Lord—hearing feedback
- ['Africa’s future lies in its youth': Compassion Kenya director calls for urgent action on child welfare at Africa General Assembly](https://children.worldea.org/africas-future-lies-in-its-youth-compassion-kenya-director-calls-for-urgent-action-on-child-welfare-at-africa-general-assembly/) - At the 13th AEA General Assembly gathering on May 21, Joel Macharia, Director of Compassion International Kenya, delivered an in-depth speech on the status of children in Africa. In his address, Macharia highlighted the pressing challenges facing children across the continent, particularly those living in conflict zones. He called for a united effort from faith
- [‘We must not lose the generations’: Gwen De Rozario outlines family discipleship strategy at Asia evangelical forum](https://children.worldea.org/we-must-not-lose-the-generations-gwen-de-rozario-outlines-family-discipleship-strategy-at-asia-evangelical-forum/) - Gwen De Rozario, Executive Director of the Family & Children Commission of the Asia Evangelical Alliance (AEA), presented a detailed strategy report at the Asia Evangelical Leadership Forum in Seoul on Friday (June 13), calling on church leaders across the continent to prioritize family discipleship as a central method for long-term church growth and generational
- [Jimmy Moore joins CAFO to strengthen church-oriented orphan care initiatives, explore use technology for training](https://children.worldea.org/jimmy-moore-joins-cafo-to-strengthen-church-oriented-orphan-care-initiatives-explore-use-technology-for-training/) - Jimmy Moore has been appointed director of church strengthening and support at the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO), a McLean, Virginia-based nonprofit uniting 290 organizations and a global network of churches to care for vulnerable children and families. Moore specifically aims to leverage technology to help churches better engage in orphan care. In his new
- [Families not facilities: Kenya at crossroads as MPs, churches raise concerns about feasibility of government's plan to close orphanages](https://children.worldea.org/families-not-facilities-kenya-at-crossroads-as-mps-churches-raise-concerns-about-feasibility-of-governments-plan-to-close-orphanages/) - The Kenyan Senate has questioned the government's ambitious plan to phase out nearly 1,000 children's homes nationwide urging caution and demanding clarity on the strategy for vulnerable populations. The Senate's push-back comes amidst divided opinion on the best course of action of improving the lives of orphans, homeless and vulnerable children. Lack of a clear
- [Brazil restricts smartphone use in schools following global trend](https://children.worldea.org/brazil-restricts-smartphone-use-in-schools-following-global-trend/) - Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed a bill on Monday, Jan. 13, restricting smartphone use in schools, aligning with a global movement to limit devices in educational settings. The law, set to take effect in February, will apply to elementary and high school students across the nation, according to media reports. It establishes
- [Orphan ministry leader hopes Chinese believers will step up to care for most vulnerable as China stops international adoptions](https://children.worldea.org/orphan-ministry-leader-hopes-chinese-believers-will-step-up-to-care-for-most-vulnerable-as-china-stops-international-adoptions/) - China has announced that it will no longer allow children to be sent overseas for adoption, ending a practice that has been in place for over three decades. The policy change stems from the country’s former strict one-child policy, which led to the international adoption of thousands of children, primarily girls and children with disabilities.
- [Fun Chile ministry initiative lets children simulate their first missionary trip](https://children.worldea.org/fun-chile-ministry-initiative-lets-children-simulate-their-first-missionary-trip/) - At the initiative of the Chilean ministry “Evangelio Creativo” (Creative Gospel), a group of children and pre-teens participated in a simulation of their first missionary trip in the city of Concepción, Chile. The activity included a time of preparation, a simulated arrival in a foreign country with passport and immigration checks, and training for outreach.
- [All of society benefits from healthy marriages.](https://children.worldea.org/all-of-society-benefits-from-healthy-marriages/) - The Forum Ehe+Familie (FEF) welcomes and supports the proposal by National Councillor Marc Jost [1] to strengthen marriages, partnerships, and couples. Stable relationships significantly enhance quality of life and substantially reduce economic costs. The network partners of Forum Ehe+Familie encounter the consequences of separation daily in their counseling and training services. These consequences are not
- [[Interview] Understanding children with additional needs, so our churches can be places of welcome and belonging](https://children.worldea.org/interview-understanding-children-with-additional-needs-so-our-churches-can-be-places-of-welcome-and-belonging/) - In an interview with Christian Daily International, Mark Arnold - also known as the additional needs blogfather - shares valuable insights into what it means for churches to provide a welcoming environment for children with special needs. “Jesus spent a disproportionate amount of time with people who today we would say had additional needs, and he teaches
- [Leading child advocate calls out UK political parties for ignoring 84,000 vulnerable children, calls on churches to step up](https://children.worldea.org/leading-child-advocate-calls-out-uk-political-parties-for-ignoring-84000-vulnerable-children-calls-on-churches-to-step-up/) - A leading evangelical advocate for children and government advisor calls out political parties for ignoring tens of thousands of vulnerable children in need of foster and adoption parents in their manifestos for the upcoming U.K. General Election 2024. Sharing about his own experience as as a foster and adoptive parent, he calls on evangelical churches
- [Getting the most out of parent and toddler groups](https://children.worldea.org/getting-the-most-out-of-parent-and-toddler-groups/) - A new resource has been launched to support church toddler group leaders in supporting young children's faith and preparing them for school. The booklet, titled 'It's not just a parent and toddler group', has been created by Joanna Gordon, CEO of children's ministry Daniel's Den, Andy Frost of Share Jesus International, and David King, of the
- [Single-parent and childless families already outnumber ‘traditional families’ in Spain](https://children.worldea.org/single-parent-and-childless-families-already-outnumber-traditional-families-in-spain/) - According to the latest census data in Spain, for the first time the proportion of so-called 'traditional families', consisting of two parents and one or more children, is no longer the majority. The sum of childless couples or single-parent families with one or more children now outnumbers the 'traditional families', reports Spanish newspaper El Confidencial. In 2022, the percentage
- [Seen, heard, valued and honoured: let’s increase our awareness of learning disabilities](https://children.worldea.org/seen-heard-valued-and-honoured-lets-increase-our-awareness-of-learning-disabilities/) - Jamie is a young man who has complex needs and, with his family, has always sat on the back row at church, “in case his constant movement disturbs people.” Very few people have ever approached Jamie and his family, probably in part because they sit at the back, but also because they aren’t sure how
- [Overuse of digital devices harms underage kids' health: 'we need love of Christ, wisdom of God'](https://children.worldea.org/overuse-of-digital-devices-harms-underage-kids-health-we-need-love-of-christ-wisdom-of-god/) - 96 percent of American children and teens use social media on a daily basis and nearly half say they use it “almost constantly”, according to the Pew Research Center (PRC). The situation seems comparable in many other countries around the world. While experts have yet to confirm a direct correlation between social media use and
- [Add to the growth of Orphan Sunday: November 10 2024](https://children.worldea.org/add-to-the-growth-of-orphan-sunday-november-10-2024/) - For the Christian community, every day is a good day to pray for orphaned and vulnerable children. Yet one day on the calendar uniquely reminds us of that invitation—Orphan Sunday, which is being observed on November 10 this year. The Bible reminds us that God's heart is for orphans and widows (James 1:27; Deuteronomy 10:18,
- [Webinar on Missional Families: An Urgent Need to Save Generations](https://children.worldea.org/missional-families-an-urgent-need-to-save-generations/) - The Lausanne Children and Family Network in collaboration with the World Evangelical Alliance’s Family Challenge and Children’s Network, invites you to a seven-week webinar series on the topic of ‘Missional Family’. The webinars will focus on answering the question of how a Christian family can serve as a mission hub to raise children into faithful
- [Churches Failing to Address Fatherlessness 'Epidemic,' Warns Expert: 'The Devil Makes It More Complicated Than It Is'](https://children.worldea.org/churches-failing-to-address-fatherlessness-epidemic-warns-expert-the-devil-makes-it-more-complicated-than-it-is/) - When Sean Teis was just 9 months old, he was abandoned by his earthly father. “My dad came home, an alcoholic in a drunken rage … my mother was in a panic, she went over to the neighbor's house and got the cops to come. They showed up, my dad took me and threw me
- [Humility and Broadscale Collaboration to Help Every Child Reach Their God-Given Potential](https://children.worldea.org/humility-and-broadscale-collaboration-to-help-every-child-reach-their-god-given-potential/) - The second plenary session of the 2024 World Without Orphans (WWO) global conference in Thailand, on 1 March, had the overall theme of “prevention” and featured 10 speakers. First on stage was Marcos Vergara, vice president of the Evangelical Churches Association of Paraguay (ASIEP), and coordinator for the Children’s Commission of the Latin American Evangelical Alliance.
- [How Can the Church Respond to the Needs of Vulnerable Children in Every Nation of the World?](https://children.worldea.org/how-can-the-church-respond-to-the-needs-of-vulnerable-children-in-every-nation-of-the-world/) - World Without Orphans (WWO), held its Global Forum in Chiang Mai (Thailand) from February 29 to March 3, 2024. “Together from Crisis to Hope” wass the topic of the conference and a text from Hebrews 6 the motto: “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner
- [WWO 2024: Ambassadors, a Roadmap and a Call to Strengthen the Work with Orphans](https://children.worldea.org/wwo-2024-ambassadors-a-roadmap-and-a-call-to-strengthen-the-work-with-orphans/) - This is the last of three articles summarising the World Without Orphans 2024 Global Gathering in Thailand. Read the first part and the second part. On the last day of the Global Forum, the participants gathered together for a beautiful time of Sunday morning worship experience. Greg and Michelle Haswell led a time of devotional, and then the conference participants spent a
- [Global Forum on Orphan Crisis Kicks Off in Thailand, Points to Hope Not in Strength or Power but in Work of God’s Spirit](https://children.worldea.org/global-forum-on-orphan-crisis-kicks-off-in-thailand-points-to-hope-not-in-strength-or-power-but-in-work-of-gods-spirit/) - In the evening of February 29, World Without Orphans (WWO) kicked off its third global forum in Chiang Mai, Thailand, with the theme ‘together from crisis to hope.’ Bringing together more than 500 participants from over sixty countries, the event started off with a reminder that amid the overwhelming needs of overlapping crises today, human
- [Addressing the Root of the Orphan Crisis: the Three-Fold Crisis of the Soul](https://children.worldea.org/addressing-the-root-of-the-orphan-crisis-the-three-fold-crisis-of-the-soul/) - “We are facing three major crises today,” he said. But the crises he was referring to were not the outward contributors to orphanhood and vulnerability among children, such as war, drug abuse, climate change or pandemics – all very relevant and important to understand in the context of a global event that seeks to address
- [Forum to Address Key Issues, Provide Hope Amid Global Crises Affecting Orphans and Vulnerable Children](https://children.worldea.org/forum-to-address-key-issues-provide-hope-amid-global-crises-affecting-orphans-and-vulnerable-children/) - “The state of orphans and vulnerable children was improving for decades, then suddenly one crisis hit after another,” says Karmen Friesen, principal coordinator of World Without Orphans (WWO), a global movement that seeks to mobilize the Church to respond to the needs of vulnerable children in every nation. Pointing to United Nations figures about a significant
- [Forum Panel Talks about Necessary Paradigm Shift from Orphanages to Family-based Care](https://children.worldea.org/forum-panel-talks-about-necessary-paradigm-shift-from-orphanages-to-family-based-care/) - On the third day of the World Without Orphans global forum that is currently taking place in Chiang Mai, Thailand, a panel discussion highlighted a central issue the orphan care movement is wrestling with today: the need to move away from institutionalized care in orphanages and finding solutions that ensure children grow up in permanent
- [The Gospel Coalition Article Criticizing 'Gentle Parenting' Sparks Debate Among Christian Parenting Experts](https://children.worldea.org/the-gospel-coalition-article-criticizing-gentle-parenting-sparks-debate-among-christian-parenting-experts/) - Is the idea of “gentle parenting” compatible with biblical doctrines? That is the question at the heart of a debate between a Gospel Coalition author and Christian proponents of the increasingly popular parenting method, highlighting a growing conversation about discipline, love and theological interpretation in the realm of parenting. In an article for The Gospel Coalition,
- [Children's Network WEA Participated in, Co-Facilitated Workshop at Global Children’s Forum in Ethiopia](https://children.worldea.org/wea-participates-in-co-facilitates-workshop-at-global-childrens-forum-in-ethiopia/) - Dr. Rebecca Goropevsek participated in the recent Global Children’s Forum event held from November 7-12 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The theme of this year’s GCF was “Families on Mission”, which emphasizes the centrality of the family for evangelism and discipleship in local communities. The Global Children Forum is a forum that gives a platform to
- [The Many Forms of Child Abuse: Where Are the Adults?](https://children.worldea.org/the-many-forms-of-child-abuse-where-are-the-adults/) - My daily perusal of numerous articles and news stories has led me once again to ponder in bewilderment how and why America can become such a child-neglecting, child-abusing culture in such an astonishingly short time period. First, I read that perhaps three in 10 of our nation’s students in grades K-12 are “chronically absent” from
- [Severe Obesity Growing in American Children Under 5 Is ‘Nearly Irreversible’: Study](https://children.worldea.org/severe-obesity-growing-in-american-children-under-5-is-nearly-irreversible-study/) - Bombarded by food insecurity, poor sleep habits, fast food and too much screen time, more American children between the ages of 2 and 4 are being diagnosed with severe obesity, which "is strongly associated with high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, prediabetes, and early mortality," a new study finds. Bombarded by food insecurity, poor sleep habits, fast
- [Greek Evangelicals Among Majority Opposing ‘Marriage’ Status and Adoption Rights for Same-Sex Couples](https://children.worldea.org/greek-evangelicals-among-majority-opposing-marriage-status-and-adoption-rights-for-same-sex-couples/) - Greece legalised same-sex partnerships in 2015 but now the Mediterranean country will give gay couples a marriage status which will allow them to adopt children. It is the decision of prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (centre-right), whose plans are expected to succeed with the support of the radical leftist opposition party Syriza - whose leader Stefanos Kasselakis
- [Percentage of Children Living with 2 Parents Reaches Highest Level in Decades: Report](https://children.worldea.org/percentage-of-children-living-with-2-parents-reaches-highest-level-in-decades-report/) - A new report reveals that the share of American children living with two parents has reached its highest level in decades despite predictions that the percentage of children residing in two-parent households would continue to decline. The Institute for Family Studies, which describes its purpose as “to strengthen marriage and family life, and advance the well-being
- [African Churches Are Not Immune to Child Sex Abuse](https://children.worldea.org/african-churches-are-not-immune-to-child-sex-abuse/) - A recent investigation in Spain revealed more than 200,000 endured sexual abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy. The 700-page report, ordered by Spain's Congress, unveils the “devastating impact” on victims, criticizing the Church for its inaction and attempts to conceal or deny the abuse. Is the situation different in Africa? Child Safety Investigator Philip
- [Learning to “Be” with the Roma](https://children.worldea.org/learning-to-be-with-the-roma/) - Nina introduced herself by telling me a bit of her story, which is also about her family, because “this is something of the Balkans, you are so immersed in your family and surroundings, that when someone asks for your story, they get the story of my community, not just my individual story.” Nina Jankucić: Something
- [Emotional Intelligence Care for Ukrainian Families](https://children.worldea.org/emotional-intelligence-care-for-ukrainian-families/) - Nearly two years on from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, millions of Ukrainians continue to live with the trauma of war, grief and family separation within and outside Ukraine. Thousands of host families, churches and NGOs are still offering care. For this newsletter, we want to focus in on one example of support as a
- [Belonging is Key – The Lisbon Project](https://children.worldea.org/belonging-is-key-the-lisbon-project/) - The Lisbon Project, founded and run by Gabriela Faria, supports migrants and refugees arriving in Portugal. It provides comprehensive support to overcome all the barriers people face which make integration impossible: from language lessons to legal aid to help to find work to practical support like clothing, school supplies or babies’ nappies. All of these
- [Bringing Up Children in a Post-Christian World](https://children.worldea.org/bringing-up-children-in-a-post-christian-world/) - "Suffer the little children" is a phrase from the King James Bible (Matthew 19:14) that has entered as a proverb into the English language. Jesus is simply telling us that we are not to hinder the little children from being brought to him. What Christian would disagree with that? In the previous chapter Jesus issued
- [Why Having Children Is a Good Thing](https://children.worldea.org/why-having-children-is-a-good-thing/) - As I have explained in a previous article, one of the television shows I like to watch is Madam Secretary, the fictional account of a female American Secretary of State. In the last episode I watched, a central part of the story was the revelation that the State Department's senior press officer, Daisy Grant, was pregnant.
- [International Day of the Girl Child: Empower Girls Worldwide to Overcome Gender Inequality](https://children.worldea.org/international-day-of-the-girl-child-empower-girls-worldwide-to-overcome-gender-inequality/) - In a world filled with challenges, there is one day that serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of supporting and empowering girls globally — the United Nations International Day of the Girl Child. This day, commemorated on October 11 each year, sheds light on the unique struggles and obstacles faced by millions of
- [Handling Child-On-Child Sexual Misconduct](https://children.worldea.org/handling-child-on-child-sexual-misconduct/) - In many ways, inappropriate behavior between children is more of a common danger than abuse of children by adults. This can look like an older child exploiting a younger child, or children engaging in misconduct that may or may not be consensual but is certainly harmful. Child-on-child misconduct can take place at school, at church,
- [Netflix Faces Calls for Boycott over 'CoComelon Lane' Cartoon](https://children.worldea.org/netflix-faces-calls-for-boycott-over-cocomelon-lane-cartoon/) - Netflix is facing calls for a boycott over the streaming service's popular cartoon series that recently depicted a boy choosing to dress in a tiara and tutu with the encouragement of his two gay dads. The X account End Wokeness shared video footage from a recent episode of Netflix’s “CoComelon Lane,” which it identified as “the most
- [Church of Scotland Launches Gaelic Bible for Children](https://children.worldea.org/church-of-scotland-launches-gaelic-bible-for-children/) - The Church of Scotland Gaelic Committee recently launched the Gaelic version of the Lion Share A Story Bible for children and a Lego Christmas story video, and now they have created its free audio book version. The audio version is narrated by well-known Gaelic broadcaster Angus MacDonald from Point on Lewis, and it can be accessed by a QR
- [President of Paraguay Meets Evangelicals after Criticism for Backing EU Gender Ideology Plans](https://children.worldea.org/president-of-paraguay-meets-evangelicals-after-criticism-for-backing-eu-gender-ideology-plans/) - The President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña, recently met with evangelical leaders of the Association of Evangelical Churches of Paraguay (ASIEP) to discuss an agreement the country has signed with the European Union. During the election campaign, Peña appealed to conservative voters by making the repeal of the agreement one of his main election promises. He leads the
- [‘Our Girls Are Finally Cared For, and We Also Help Them to Find the Way of the Lord’](https://children.worldea.org/our-girls-are-finally-cared-for-and-we-also-help-them-to-find-the-way-of-the-lord/) - In Bolivia, up to 34.5% of girls and adolescents are sexually abused, according to a report by the Ombudsman's Office, a figure far above the global average of 20%. Most of these aggressions take place in schools and homes, which makes family coexistence difficult and breaks ties, often leaving these young girls in a situation of vulnerability. 25% of
- [Reaching the Most Vulnerable in Calarisi, Romania](https://children.worldea.org/reaching-the-most-vulnerable-in-calarisi-romania/) - Calarasi county, located in the southern part of Romania, halfway between Bucharest and Constanta, is a poorer area both materially and spiritually. To many Romanians, even evangelical Christians, it isn’t an appealing area. “In Calarasi there is a completely different world”, admits Brad Hayes, manager of Open Arms Outreach Romania, who moved to the Eastern European
- [Abortions Grow by 9% in Spain: 98,316 in 2022](https://children.worldea.org/abortions-grow-by-9-in-spain-98316-in-2022/) - The latest statistics of abortions in Spain show a growing trend that puts 2022 among the years with most voluntary terminations of pregnancies. The final figure published by the government is of 98,316 abortions, a 9% increase compared to the year before. This is the highest number since 2019 (and the second highest since 2013), returning to a trend only paused during
- [Abortions Increased by 15% in the Netherlands in 2022](https://children.worldea.org/abortions-increased-by-15-in-the-netherlands-in-2022/) - The number of abortions performed each year continue to grow throughout Europe,but the causes of this development are not assessed in the reports or the official statistics published in several countries. The Netherlands: Abortions up almost 15 % in 2022 According to the Dutch Healthcare and Youth Inspectorate, the number of abortions in the Netherlands increased by almost 15%
- [Jesus Said Go After The 1: Be Like The Good Shepherd](https://children.worldea.org/raising-up-godly-leaders-among-international-students-around-the-world/) - Sometimes I get asked why we should make the effort to reach out to children and young people with additional needs, when this sometimes means we have to balance their needs against the needs of the rest of the group. I always say the same thing… Jesus told us to go after the 1. In the
- [Child Evangelism Fellowship Releases Animated Series 'Esther' to Combat 'Immoral' Kids' Content](https://children.worldea.org/child-evangelism-fellowship-releases-animated-series-esther-to-combat-immoral-kids-content/) - In an effort to provide children with wholesome, biblical content in a digital age rife with harmful online material, Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) has announced the release of a new animated series titled "Esther,” inspired by the biblical book of Esther. The five-part "Esther" series, which premiered on Jan. 6 with the episode "Once Upon
- [Thousands March for Children in Costa Rica](https://children.worldea.org/thousands-march-for-children-in-costa-rica/) - In capital city San José, evangelicals and Roman Catholics denounced the trafficking of children and other forms of exploitation in Latin America. Both the evangelical and the Roman Catholic communities in Costa Rica (a Central American country of 5 million people) supported a march on 30 September under the motto: “Our children are sacred”. The event was
- [The ‘Big Picture’ Of Additional Needs Ministry](https://children.worldea.org/the-big-picture-of-additional-needs-ministry/) - When thinking about how to support children and young people with additional needs, it is important that we first understand and acknowledge what we mean by that; what are additional needs, and what are the experiences of children and young people with additional needs, and their families? What is the ‘big picture’? In this blog
- [Going Beyond Inclusion](https://children.worldea.org/going-beyond-inclusion/) - When thinking about working with children and young people with additional needs and disabilities, churches typically find themselves at one of three waypoints on the journey; accessibility, inclusion, or belonging. But what do each of these waypoints look like, and how do churches move on from one waypoint to the next? Let’s go on the
- [Experts in Spain to Address “the Hidden Reality” of Child Trafficking](https://children.worldea.org/experts-in-spain-to-address-the-hidden-reality-of-child-trafficking/) - Six panelists from different fields will analyse the issue in an online forum organised ahead of the film ‘Sound of Freedom’ premiere. The release of Sound of Freedom at the Spanish box office on 11 October is sparking interest in the issue of human trafficking, and specifically child trafficking, a reality that often goes unnoticed. “People don't talk much
- [‘Sound of Freedom’ Finally Arrives in European Cinemas](https://children.worldea.org/sound-of-freedom-finally-arrives-in-european-cinemas/) - The film on child trafficking began to be screened in a dozen of Eastern European countries in August. In the UK, it was the fourth most seen movie the first weekend. In the year of Barbie and Oppenheimer, another film is making headlines for its huge impact. Sound of Freedom, a thriller on the criminal child
- [Kevin Sorbo Writes New Children’s Book to Expose Dangers of ‘Woke Gender Confusion’](https://children.worldea.org/kevin-sorbo-writes-new-childrens-book-to-expose-dangers-of-woke-gender-confusion/) - Christian actor and producer Kevin Sorbo has released a new faith-based children’s book that he wrote to expose the dangers of “woke” ideology and its agenda that's blurring the lines of God's creation and what it means to be male and female. The 64-year-old actor, best known for his starring roles in “Hercules: The Legendary
- ['Paw Patrol' Children's Cartoon Spinoff Debuts Non-Binary Character](https://children.worldea.org/paw-patrol-childrens-cartoon-spinoff-debuts-non-binary-character/) - The popular cartoon series “Paw Patrol” introduced a new "non-binary" character on one of its spinoff shows, making it one of several series to push LGBT storylines in children's programming. A writer on the children’s TV series “Rubble & Crew,” a spinoff of “Paw Patrol,” took to Instagram on Sept. 2 to announce that a newly aired
- [Christianity's Decline Likely Due to Collapse of Marriage, Fatherhood: Survey](https://children.worldea.org/christianitys-decline-likely-due-to-collapse-of-marriage-fatherhood-survey/) - Churches must work to restore healthy marriages and fatherhood to combat a growing decline in Christianity, according to a survey released by a faith-based group. J.P. De Gance is the founder and president of Communio, a nonprofit that equips churches to strengthen the marriage and relationship health of its members. On Monday, De Gance discussed the
- [5 Stages of Abuse: Teach Your Teens to Avoid Toxic Relationships](https://children.worldea.org/5-stages-of-abuse-teach-your-teens-to-avoid-toxic-relationships/) - In conservative Christianity, it is quite common for teens to be advised about dating and relationships. But at the very minimum, one in three girls and one in six boys will still eventually experience a traumatic, abusive relationship that includes sexual assault and domestic violence — even inside the faith community. While so many find
- [130 Years of Girls' Empowerment: the History of the Girls' Brigade](https://children.worldea.org/130-years-of-girls-empowerment-the-history-of-the-girls-brigade/) - A journey through the Girls' Brigade physical archives is a journey through time. It's a small room tucked away at headquarters, and could be mistaken for a storage cupboard filled with donations from previous members and volunteers. But if you take some time to dig through the boxes of old badges, the uniforms, the photographs,
- [3 Main Defenses Against Child Abuse](https://children.worldea.org/3-main-defenses-against-child-abuse/) - The movie “Sound of Freedom” struck a chord with American audiences this summer — and not necessarily a comfortable one. The movie discusses a horrifying concept: child trafficking. But human trafficking is only one form of child sexual abuse. Taken together with other forms of abuse, Child Protective Services reports around 60,000 cases of child
- [The Most Loved Gospel Hymn Among Kids](https://children.worldea.org/the-most-loved-gospel-hymn-among-kids/) - Every day God is working powerfully in the lives of little children around the world who are told how much Jesus loves them. Thankfully, there are few barriers in the hearts of children preventing them from being gently led into the arms of their loving Savior. A couple in our church recently invited me over
- [Child Evangelism Fellowship Seeks to Reach 100M Children with the Gospel, Urges Christians to Mobilize](https://children.worldea.org/child-evangelism-fellowship-seeks-to-reach-100m-children-with-the-gospel-urges-christians-to-mobilize/) - When it comes to missions, Child Evangelism Fellowship believes one of the most important — and overlooked — groups is children. “One of the most beautiful passages in the Bible that reflects the heart of God is concerning children,” CEF Executive Vice President Moises Esteves told The Christian Post. “Psalms 78 says we will tell the next generation
- [Costa Rican Evangelicals Reject UN Request to Decriminalise Abortion in the Country](https://children.worldea.org/costa-rican-evangelicals-reject-un-request-to-decriminalise-abortion-in-the-country/) - The Costa Rican Evangelical Alliance Federation (FAEC) strongly rejects the request of the United Nations (UN) to decriminalise abortion in Costa Rica. The entity, which seeks to represent the 25% of the country's population who identifies as evangelical Christian, considers that “these globalist tendencies of the UN and other international organisations” aim to “put an end to the sovereignty of the nation,
- [Children in Uganda Impacted by WWO Camps](https://children.worldea.org/children-in-uganda-impacted-by-wwo-camps/) - Most of us would go out of our way to improve the life of one vulnerable child. Imagine being able to impact the lives of thousands of children in Africa? The Alliance for Uganda Without Orphans (AUWO) was able to do just that. Daniel Kaggwa, AUWO and WWO Africa Regional Ambassador, recently discovered just how
- [Childhood Obesity: Why Your Child Should Start Exercising Now to Prevent Adult Health Conditions](https://children.worldea.org/childhood-obesity-why-your-child-should-start-exercising-now-to-prevent-adult-health-conditions/) - People who engage in exercise in early childhood have been found to have a significantly lower risk of developing metabolic syndrome in early adulthood compared to those who did not. This was the findings of a study published by the International Journal of Obesity and conducted by researchers at the University of Georgia, the Menzies
- [Children Should Be Able to Withdraw from Religious Classes but Not Sex Education, Says UN Committee](https://children.worldea.org/children-should-be-able-to-withdraw-from-religious-classes-but-not-sex-education-says-un-committee/) - Sex education lessons for adolescents should be mandatory but children of all ages should be allowed to opt out of religious classes, a UN committee has told the UK. The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC), in recommendations published on Friday, said that faith schools and parents should not have any right
- [Using Story to Teach Children about Loss, Grief and Bereavement](https://children.worldea.org/using-story-to-teach-children-about-loss-grief-and-bereavement/) - Where Grandad Lives is a heart-warming children's story centred around bereavement. Penned by rapper Guvna B - real name Isaac Borquaye - and his wife, Emma Borquaye, the book follows young Ezra who shares with his inquisitive friend Zadie that his grandad lives somewhere special. It is inspired by the loss of Guvna B's own father to
- [Millions of Suffering Children: the Ugly Truth Behind the Billion-Dollar Beauty Industry](https://children.worldea.org/millions-of-suffering-children-the-ugly-truth-behind-the-billion-dollar-beauty-industry/) - A report from international Christian charity, World Vision, has revealed the terrible price paid by some of the world's most vulnerable children to put beauty products, often labelled as 'cruelty-free', on the shelves of retailers and bathrooms across the world. In the report, titled 'The High Price of Beauty', World Vision examines the convoluted supply chains
- [Back to School Ready: 3 Things to Teach Your Kids](https://children.worldea.org/back-to-school-ready-3-things-to-teach-your-kids/) - The start of a new school year will be here before we know it. Registration papers are all turned in. Your child may have already picked out a backpack with a matching lunch box to boot. The school supply lists are posted and every retail store is stocked for back-to-school shopping. However, are new supplies
- [Kids in These Orphanages Aren't Really Orphans](https://children.worldea.org/kids-in-these-orphanages-arent-really-orphans/) - Today is International Youth Day — a day to celebrate the promise and power of young people all over the world. An important part of that celebration is reckoning with the unique hardships that youth so often have to overcome, and the wisdom they bring to the table as a result. Particularly deserving of our
- [Why Caring for Children Has Always Been a Priority of the Church](https://children.worldea.org/why-caring-for-children-has-always-been-a-priority-of-the-church/) - Throughout history, across diverse societies, nations, and eras, Christians who carried the Gospel into pagan cultures defended and protected abandoned and abused children.In his new book, 32 Christians Who Changed Their World, Senior Colson Fellow Dr. Glenn Sunshine tells the stories of Christian heroes, most of whom are unknown today, whose courage and faithfulness changed the way
- [The King's College to Lose Accreditation by Aug. 31](https://children.worldea.org/the-kings-college-to-lose-accreditation-by-aug-31/) - The King’s College, a prominent Christian liberal arts college in New York City, is expected to lose its accreditation by the end of August. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) announced Friday that King's College, which had already opted to cancel its fall semester classes, had failed to fill out the "required substantive change request
- [Parents, Beware of Sexual Abuse That Happens in Plain Sight](https://children.worldea.org/parents-beware-of-sexual-abuse-that-happens-in-plain-sight/) - The cheerleading community was shaken by the news that a former California coach of a very reputable local training facility was charged with molesting many girls, some as young as 11 years old. The allegations are based on when Erick Joseph Kristianson was on staff at Magic All Stars Cheer from 2002 to 2008 but only surfaced
- [British Teens Have Positive View of Jesus, Study Finds](https://children.worldea.org/british-teens-have-positive-view-of-jesus-study-finds/) - A new study by the Barna Group suggests that British teens have an openness towards Jesus while a sizable minority are interested in learning about Christianity. Barna's Open Generation Global study surveyed 1,000 UK teens aged 13 to 17 and found that they have more positive than negative perceptions of Jesus. A third (34%) of UK
- [How a South African Orphan's Faith in God Gave Him the Strength to Graduate from Medical School](https://children.worldea.org/how-a-south-african-orphans-faith-in-god-gave-him-the-strength-to-graduate-from-medical-school/) - When Covid-19 interfered with the graduation ceremonies of University of the Witwatersrand's prestigious medical school in December 2021, Sithembiso Madlala took the change of plans in stride. Madlala had come too far in his journey from a neglected child in a rural township to a graduate from one of South Africa's top schools to let
- [‘Abortion Is Not a Right’, Say Spanish Evangelicals After Constitutional Court Sentence](https://children.worldea.org/abortion-is-not-a-right-say-spanish-evangelicals-after-constitutional-court-sentence/) - The Spanish Constitutional Court recently approved by majority (7 to 4) the sentence that entirely rejects the appeal of unconstitutionality presented by the People's Party against the 2010 Organic Law on Sexual and Reproductive Health and the Voluntary Interruption of Pregnancy, better known as the law on abortion terms. This law from thirteen years ago allows free abortion within the first fourteen
- [France: 6,500 Young Christians Expected at ‘Echo’](https://children.worldea.org/france-6500-young-christians-expected-at-echo/) - Teenagers and young people from churches across France are gathering this weekend (19-21 May) in Zénith d'Auvergne in a large triennial congress that seeks to encourage young members evangelical churches to discover God’s calling. “See, I am doing something new” (Isiah 43:9) is the theme of this edition, in which over 6,500 are expected to attend. The
- [UK's First 'Three-Parent Baby' Crosses Ethical Line, Says CARE](https://children.worldea.org/uks-first-three-parent-baby-crosses-ethical-line-says-care/) - A Christian charity has said it is concerned about safety and the ethics of new biotechnology after the birth of the UK's first baby that has the DNA of three people. Mitochondrial donation treatment (MDT) uses healthy mitochondria from a female donor and is intended to prevent the transfer of incurable diseases from parents to children.
- [‘God’s Children Are Not for Sale’: Jim Caviezel Calls on 2M People to Watch Film That Exposes Trafficking](https://children.worldea.org/gods-children-are-not-for-sale-jim-caviezel-calls-on-2m-people-to-watch-film-that-exposes-trafficking/) - Devout Christian actor Jim Caviezel, who stars in the upcoming film "Sound of Freedom," is calling on 2 million people to stand with him and expose the evil of child exploitation and trafficking. Scheduled for release on July 4, “Sound of Freedom" tells the true story of one man's journey to combat child sex trafficking.
- [Florida College to Be First in State to Offer Exam Rooted in Classical, Christian Values](https://children.worldea.org/florida-college-to-be-first-in-state-to-offer-exam-rooted-in-classical-christian-values/) - A public university in Florida will allow students to submit test scores from a college entrance exam that is said to be more rooted in Western classical and Christian traditions as an alternative to the ACT and SAT. New College of Florida announced that it plans to become the first public university in the state
- [The Mental Health Crisis in Today’s Kids: Who’s to Blame?](https://children.worldea.org/the-mental-health-crisis-in-todays-kids-whos-to-blame/) - Officials talk incessantly about the mental health crisis among children, and they blame anything from COVID-19 to social media. While I agree COVID school shutdowns and unsavory social media platforms added to the problem, I don’t agree with government schools addressing the problem for which I assert they created. Led by the federal government, Marxist
- [5 Ways to Protect Your Child from Sexual Abuse](https://children.worldea.org/5-ways-to-protect-your-child-from-sexual-abuse/) - A generation ago, nobody thought about discussing child abuse as a risk on summer break. Nobody talked about sex, either, and definitely not sexual child abuse. But school is almost out, and summer means lots of tablet time for many children — which means greater risk of explicit online exposure. In today’s society of graphic,
- [Kirk Cameron to Release New Kids’ Book, ‘Pride Comes Before the Fall’](https://children.worldea.org/kirk-cameron-to-release-new-kids-book-pride-comes-before-the-fall/) - Conservative Christian actor and author Kirk Cameron will be releasing his second children’s book, ahead of LGBT "pride month," titled Pride Comes Before the Fall. The former star of the television sitcom “Growing Pains” gave a preview of the new book, which is slated for release on June 1, during an event at the Billy Graham Library in
- [8 Year Old Tessa Asks Deep Theological Questions After Reading Gospel of John Several Times](https://children.worldea.org/8-year-old-tessa-asks-deep-theological-questions-after-reading-gospel-of-john-several-times/) - “Would Tessa be willing to try to read and record the whole gospel of John?” that was a question Outi, a leader of Yippee Children´s Choir Ministry in Finland asked. During the first Covid lockdowns, they had just made a recording with birds singing and children reading verses from the Bible. Tessa was one of
- [Is a 'Surge of Faith' Happening with Younger Americans?](https://children.worldea.org/is-a-surge-of-faith-happening-with-younger-americans/) - According to The Wall Street Journal, recent polling data shows a “Surprising surge of faith among young people.” As columnist Clare Ansberry wrote, “About one-third of 18-to-25-year-olds say they believe — more than doubt — the existence of a higher power, up from about one quarter in 2021, according to a recent survey of young adults.”
- [In Bolivia, Evangelicals Offer Government Plan to Prevent Violence Against Children](https://children.worldea.org/in-bolivia-evangelicals-offer-government-plan-to-prevent-violence-against-children/) - Coinciding with Children's Day in Bolivia, the National Association of Evangelicals of Bolivia (ANDEB) has led, together with other organisations and institutions, a march for children called "United for Children". In addition, the organisation has published a manifesto addressed to the Bolivian authorities in which they regret the lack of visibility of the needs of children and the
- [Family Advocates Offer Advice on How to Help Kids Struggling with Porn, Sexting and Exploitation](https://children.worldea.org/family-advocates-offer-advice-on-how-to-help-kids-struggling-with-porn-sexting-and-exploitation/) - Youth struggling with a porn addiction can benefit from a loving, parental connection and a relationship with God, says Christian family expert Adam Holz. Holz, the director of PluggedIn, a publication operated by Focus on the Family designed to provide parents with detailed information about the content found in popular entertainment, told The Christian Post there is no
- [Fatherlessness an 'Epidemic' Satan Uses to Undermine God's Plan, Church Must Step Up: Filmmaker](https://children.worldea.org/fatherlessness-an-epidemic-satan-uses-to-undermine-gods-plan-church-must-step-up-filmmaker/) - Eric Swithin, founder of The Alliance for Ending the Fatherless Epidemic, believes that most of the issues permeating society can be traced back to fatherlessness, an epidemic he says the devil is using to undermine God’s plan for the world He created. “God designed us to be a bottom-to-the-top program. We are designed to be family
- [Austria: 73% Say Women Are Put Under Pressure to Abort Babies with Disability](https://children.worldea.org/austria-73-say-women-are-put-under-pressure-to-abort-babies-with-disability/) - A survey conducted by polling institute IMAS for the #fairändern campaign (in English, #fairchanging) found that half of the surveyed think women who decide to terminate their pregnancy take this decision under a “strong or very strong pressure”. This is what a representative survey asking 1,000 people in Austria found. Up to 75% of respondents said they see an
- [Norway: Highest Number of Minors Requesting Gender Change](https://children.worldea.org/norway-highest-number-of-minors-requesting-gender-change/) - According to the annual report of the Norwegian National Treatment Service for Gender Incongruence (NBTK), 268 minors were referred to hospital to start gender change treatment in 2022, which is an increase of 13% from the previous year. The NBTK also informed that the number of adult patients for assessment and treatment also rose by 19% compared to 2021. Both are record figures.
- [Spanish Evangelicals: “Surrogacy Threatens Women and Children”](https://children.worldea.org/spanish-evangelicals-surrogacy-threatens-women-and-children/) - Surrogacy has recently returned to the spotlight in Spain after the news of the recent maternity of the famous actress and TV host Ana Obregón. Obregón (68) has shown in social media her reactions to the birth of what she considers to be her new daughter through surrogacy in Miami, a practice that is not legal in Spain.
- [First Christian Radio for Children in German-Speaking Countries](https://children.worldea.org/first-christian-radio-for-children-in-german-speaking-countries/) - The Christian children's radio station "Purzelradio" will start airing on April 16th. The idea for 'Purzelradio' came about during the Corona crisis, since children need a lot of encouragement. So far, there has been no Christian children's radio in German-speaking countries. The radio is named after Purzel, a funny hamster who will appear again and
- [<strong>Canadian Research Examines How Parents Share Faith with Children</strong>](https://children.worldea.org/canadian-research-examines-how-parents-share-faith-with-children/) - How is Christian faith shared from one generation to the next? What help does the local church provide? In 2019, 17 Canadian ministry organizations and denominations partnered with the EFC Centre for Research on Church and Faith (CRCF) to help answer such questions. Parenting Faith, the 245-page report released today, presents the findings of this
- [<strong>Rwandan Charity an Example of Local Response to Needs in Neighborhoods</strong>](https://children.worldea.org/rwandan-charity-an-example-of-local-response-to-needs-in-neighborhoods/) - Bridges of Hope is a Non-Governmental Organization based in the heart of Rwanda which ministers to the orphans’ and vulnerable in very poor communities. It’s headed by a couple who have always had a passion for caring for the vulnerable and orphaned children in their community to see them have a better, bright future and
- [Public Backs Tougher Action on Porn to Protect Children](https://children.worldea.org/public-backs-tougher-action-on-porn-to-protect-children/) - Christian campaigners are urging government ministers to take action after a poll by the GB News channel revealed broad support for tougher restrictions on online pornography. The survey, conducted by People Polling, found that over three quarters of UK adults (78%) support the introduction of an age verification system to stop children being able to
- [One in 10 UK Children Have Seen Porn by Age 9 - Report](https://children.worldea.org/one-in-10-uk-children-have-seen-porn-by-age-9-report/) - An alarming new report by the Children's Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, has revealed the devastating extent of children's exposure to pornography. The report is drawn from a survey of 1,000 young people and focus groups with teenagers aged 13 to 19. While the average age at which children in the UK first see pornography is 13,
- [<strong>OneHope Reaches 2 Billion Children and Youth with God’s Word</strong>](https://children.worldea.org/onehope-reaches-2-billion-children-and-youth-with-gods-word/) - OneHope, an international Christian ministry, has crossed the threshold of sharing God’s Word with two billion children since 1987. To commemorate this incredible milestone, Bob Hoskins, OneHope’s founder, traveled to El Salvador, where OneHope’s programs launched in 1987. Watch the live recording of this special moment here. The vision of OneHope was born when Hoskins received a
- [Homeschool Enrollment Rose 30% Amid Decline in Public School Enrollment Amid Pandemic: Study](https://children.worldea.org/homeschool-enrollment-rose-30-amid-decline-in-public-school-enrollment-amid-pandemic-study/) - Homeschooling saw a 30% increase in 2021-2022 while public school enrollment fell by more than 1.2 million students within the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent study has found. The study from the nonprofit research organization Urban Institute finds that private school enrollment increased by 4.3% between the fall of 2019 and
- [How An Unexpected Change Broke Through Five Years Of Anxiety!](https://children.worldea.org/how-an-unexpected-change-broke-through-five-years-of-anxiety/) - Most of the time a change of plan can be inconsequential; it may be hard in that moment, but overall the effect of that change of plan can be minimal. Occasionally, though, a change of plan can be transforming; it can have an unexpected and lasting impact that can alter everything. This is the story
- [French Senate: “Make the Fight Against Pornography a Priority”](https://children.worldea.org/french-senate-make-the-fight-against-pornography-a-priority/) - The French Senate unanimously adopted a motion for a resolution calling “to make the fight against pornographic violence a public policy priority”. The motion presented by Laurence Rossignol (Socialist party, PS), Annick Billon (Centrist), Laurence Cohen (Communist) and Alexandra Borchio Fontimp (Republican, LR), is the most co-signed Senate text of the 5th Republic, with 255 signatures. But itt is not binding on
- [A Temporary Home: The Experience of Christians Welcoming Ukrainian Refugees in France](https://children.worldea.org/a-temporary-home-the-experience-of-christians-welcoming-ukrainian-refugees-in-france/) - We have all heard the figures of all those who had fled Ukraine after the Russian invasion. As of February 2023, over 8 million (nearly 20% of the population) were living as refugees in other parts of Europe. Many others were internally displaced. Evangelical Focus contacted individuals and families in four countries who opened their homes to Ukrainians.
- [“It Is Key That Children Learn the Difference Between a Good and a Bad Secret”](https://children.worldea.org/it-is-key-that-children-learn-the-difference-between-a-good-and-a-bad-secret/) - Salvador Martí Gómez, a local police officer in the Spanish city of Logroño, is known for being the head of the education project “Alexia Teach Us”. In his talks he uses Alexia, a puppet police officer who now stars in a book titled I don't like that secret!, that gives children tools to prevent them from abuse. “We
- [AEA Hosts WWO’s Chief Strategic Officer, Capt. Dr. Susan Hillis in a Strategic Meeting on Collaborative Efforts with AEA’s EFOC Desk](https://children.worldea.org/aea-hosts-wwos-chief-strategic-officer-capt-dr-susan-hillis-in-a-strategic-meeting-on-collaborative-efforts-with-aeas-efoc-desk/) - AEA was pleased to host the Chief Strategic Officer at World Without Orphans (WWO), Capt. Dr. Susan Hillis during her visit to Kenya from 1st to 8th March 2022. Dr. Hillis was scheduled to facilitate a World Without Orphans Roadmap training held at the AEA offices in Nairobi. WWO has collaborated with AEA under the Evangelical Focus
- [The Generational Awakening to Be Published in 2023](https://children.worldea.org/the-generational-awakening-book-to-be-published-in-2023/) - Having served in Children’s Ministry and in local and international partnering initiatives, the vision for writing The Generational Awakening book took form while completing a Masters in Missiology at Redcliffe College UK in 2019. More than ever, the global Church is experiencing a discipleship crisis where as few as 10% of youth in our Christian
- [Are You Ready for the Christian School ‘Revolution’?](https://children.worldea.org/are-you-ready-for-the-christian-school-revolution/) - We’re living in a time when controversies are raging in America’s public schools. Our public schools are under intense scrutiny like never before. Many believe education, morality and discipline standards are dropping. What are concerned parents supposed to do? With U.S. students deserting the public school system in droves — nearly 2 million since the
- [Youth for Christ Says Over 7,000 Made Decisions for Christ, Doubling Total from Last Year](https://children.worldea.org/youth-for-christ-says-over-7000-made-decisions-for-christ-doubling-total-from-last-year/) - Despite the onslaught of challenges and cultural confusion faced by many of America's youth, God is at work, says the Christian group Youth for Christ, which saw more than 7,000 children and teens decide to follow Jesus Christ this year, doubling last year's numbers. Youth for Christ, which has 130 chapters nationwide, reports 7,323 individuals
- [Operation Christmas Child's 200 Millionth Shoebox Will Be Delivered to Child in Ukraine](https://children.worldea.org/operation-christmas-childs-200-millionth-shoebox-will-be-delivered-to-child-in-ukraine/) - Samaritan's Purse's Operation Christmas Child will deliver its 200 millionth shoebox filled with toys this season to a child in Ukraine after nearly three decades of partnering with churches to deliver Christmas gifts and the Gospel to over 170 countries. The Christian missionary program, which partners with churches throughout the U.S., Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada and
- [Hope for Europe 2022: New Insights on How European Churches Are Responding to Today’s Issues](https://children.worldea.org/hope-for-europe-2022-new-insights-on-how-european-churches-are-responding-to-todays-issues/) - From October 4-8, 2022, I participated in the Hope for Europe 2022 event in Sarajevo, Bosnia. Organized by the European Evangelical Alliance and focusing on the EEA’s 17 thematic networks, it drew together some 280 evangelical leaders from across the continent under the theme “Builders connecting – celebrating the Kingdom of God.” On the first
- [Reaching Europe’s Children Network Provides a White Paper Text in the Preparation for Hope for Europe 2022](https://children.worldea.org/reaching-europes-children-network-provides-a-white-paper-text-in-the-preparation-for-hope-for-europe-2022/) - As Hope for Europe 2022 gathering that is planned to be held in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina on October 4-8 approaches, REC Network prepared an informational text that seeks to provide valuable insights into the network’s vision, plans and current challenges. The text will be part of the Hope for Europe 2022 ‘White paper’ introducing
- [Christians Urge Changes to Online Safety Bill to Protect Children](https://children.worldea.org/christians-urge-changes-to-online-safety-bill-to-protect-children/) - Christian campaigners are welcoming the return of the Online Safety Bill to Parliament next month but say that changes must be made to free speech clauses if it is to win broad support from MPs. The legislation proposes introducing age verification to online pornography sites to protect children and the vulnerable. However, the legislation has
- [Expert Offers Tips for Passing Faith to Children as Most Parents Don't Think It's 'Very Important'](https://children.worldea.org/expert-offers-tips-for-passing-faith-to-children-as-most-parents-dont-think-its-very-important/) - A Christian parenting expert has offered his thoughts on new polling showing that about a third of American parents say that passing their religious beliefs to their children is essential to their parenting. The Pew Research study, released on Jan. 24 titled "Parenting in America Today," is based on responses from 3,757 U.S. parents with
- [Girls Raped, Face Life of Sexual Exploitation After Dedication to Hindu Goddess](https://children.worldea.org/girls-raped-face-life-of-sexual-exploitation-after-dedication-to-hindu-goddess/) - An Indian woman described how she was routinely sexually assaulted as part of a socially accepted Hindu practice called “Devadasi,” which involves parents coercing their young daughters into an elaborate wedding ritual with a Hindu deity followed by a life of prostitution. The centuries-old practice has long been condemned by organizations dedicated to the eradication
- [“Friendship Is a Superpower That Has Been Radically Overlooked in Our Era”](https://children.worldea.org/friendship-is-a-superpower-that-has-been-radically-overlooked-in-our-era/) - “Popular culture focuses on romance and sexual relationships, while in church we focus on family and serving others. And so, friendship ends up getting ignored by both society and church”, says Sheridan Voysey. The author and speaker based in Oxford (UK) has been working on a project to bring friendships back to the forefront. After
- [Only a Minority of Parents Emphasize Passing on Their Faith to Children: Study](https://children.worldea.org/only-a-minority-of-parents-emphasize-passing-on-their-faith-to-children-study/) - While mental health concerns top the list of worries for parents today, and studies suggest religion is good for mental health, passing on their religious beliefs to their children is not highly prioritized by U.S. adults with children younger than 18, new data from the Pew Research Center show. Across racial and ethnic lines, overwhelming majorities
- [Christians Say Family Is Biggest Influence When Resolving Conflicts: Survey](https://children.worldea.org/christians-say-family-is-biggest-influence-when-resolving-conflicts-survey/) - When it comes to resolving conflicts, Christians say they're most influenced by their family members, according to a research poll released by the Barna Group. The study, released earlier this month, found that over half of Christians (57%) say their family members have the strongest influence on how they’ve learned to resolve conflict. After this, 39%
- [Abortion Is Leading Cause of Death Worldwide for Fourth Year in a Row](https://children.worldea.org/abortion-is-leading-cause-of-death-worldwide-for-fourth-year-in-a-row/) - Statistics reveal that abortion was the leading cause of death worldwide for the fourth year in a row, as the number of abortions nearly quadrupled the number of deaths from infectious diseases in 2022. Worldometer, a database that keeps track of statistics about health, the global population and other metrics in real-time, continuously compiles information
- [Christian Teacher Accused of Misgendering Pupil Denies Misconduct](https://children.worldea.org/christian-teacher-accused-of-misgendering-pupil-denies-misconduct/) - A Christian teacher has denied professional misconduct after allegedly misgendering a pupil and criticising Islam on YouTube. Joshua Sutcliffe, 32, is fighting against his removal from the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA). A hearing into his conduct took place in Coventry last week and has been extended so that further evidence can be heard. Mr Sutcliffe
- [Restoring Faith in a God Who Loves Us and Has a Plan for Our Life](https://children.worldea.org/restoring-faith-in-a-god-who-loves-us-and-has-a-plan-for-our-life/) - "Russia's relentless shelling of the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv with cluster munitions and scatterable land mines amounts to a war crime that indiscriminately killed hundreds of civilians" – Amnesty International. 39-year-old Ivan, along with his wife, 37-year-old Inna, somehow survived the monumental bombing and destruction of the city of Kharkiv, where they have lived
- [“To Dignify the Lifetime of a Baby Who Dies in the Womb Brings Much Comfort”](https://children.worldea.org/to-dignify-the-lifetime-of-a-baby-who-dies-in-the-womb-brings-much-comfort/) - In 2021, the perinatal mortality rate in Spain reached 4.03 children per 1,000 births, according to the National Statistics Institute (INE). That is, for every thousand pregnancies that reached birth, in four cases the baby died in the mother's womb before the 22nd week of pregnancy, which is when the World Health Organisation speaks of perinatal death. The figures would be much
- [Pandemic Accelerated Fall in Church Attendance, Especially Among the Young: Study](https://children.worldea.org/pandemic-accelerated-fall-in-church-attendance-especially-among-the-young-study/) - While religious identity among Americans remained largely stable throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, it accelerated existing trends in declining church attendance, particularly among the young, a new report from the Survey Center on American Life shows. In "Faith After the Pandemic: How COVID-19 Changed American Religion," researchers Jennifer Benz, Lindsey Witt-Swanson and Daniel A. Cox measured religious affiliation
- [Johnita Is One of the Growing Number of Home - School Moms in the US](https://children.worldea.org/johnita-is-one-of-the-growing-number-of-home-school-moms-in-the-us-4/) - The school day is coming to an end in a villa outside of the big city of Fort Worth. Luke and Seth are sitting in separate rooms with their textbooks. “I work on poetry,” says Seth, 16. Luke, 13, says that he is particularly interested in science, especially astronomy. Worked in school Johnita, 47,
- [A New Year Additional Needs Checklist](https://children.worldea.org/a-new-year-additional-needs-checklist/) - Happy New Year! It’s that time of year that offers us an opportunity to take stock, review what we do, and make changes to improve or develop what we are providing. How about thinking about whether our children’s and youth work, as well as our church provision as a whole, meets the needs of children
- [Why The Christmas Story Is Good News For Children With Additional Needs Too](https://children.worldea.org/why-the-christmas-story-is-good-news-for-children-with-additional-needs-too/) - Whether you are well into the preparations and are already panicking slightly, or are confidently sitting back thinking that you’ve still got loads of time so what is all the fuss about, Christmas is coming! Each sleep is one sleep less until the big day, each opened advent calendar window is another piece of chocolate
- [Discipleship, an Elephant in the Room](https://children.worldea.org/discipleship-an-elephant-in-the-room/) - “The Great Commission of Jesus has become a great omission and that is our elephant in the room”. With this premise, an intense day of dialogue began on 26 November in Valencia (Spain) with more than 400 participants serving in different church ministries. “The pandemic has brought many realities to light”, said Lucas Leys, leader
- [Most Australian Young People Open to Change Their Religious Views](https://children.worldea.org/most-australian-young-people-open-to-change-their-religious-views/) - Australian research company McCrindle recently released a study called The Changing Faith Landscape in Australia, which shows that 46% of Australians“identify with Christianity”. Furthermore, 13% defined themselves as unaffiliated believers; 33% of respondents said they were atheists or agnostic; and 6% practised other religions. Regarding the age, “younger Australians are less likely to identify with Christianity than their older counterparts”. Nearly three-quarters (73%) of the
- [90,189 Abortions in Spain in 2021](https://children.worldea.org/90189-abortions-in-spain-in-2021/) - According to the recently released official data on abortion in Spain, there was an increase in abortions in 2021 compared to the previous year. In total, there were 90,189 abortions, which is 1,920 more than the previous year. The highest number of abortions in Spain was recorded in 2012, with 113,419. Since then, it has been declining until falling below 100,000
- [Swedish Health Authorities Call for “Caution” on Gender Transition Care for Minors](https://children.worldea.org/swedish-health-authorities-call-for-caution-on-gender-transition-care-for-minors/) - The Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare (NBHW) recently released an update of its guide to gender dysphoria care for young people. The guide “aims to promote good and equitable care for young people with gender dysphoria”, and warns “for several years now, care has been characterised by both a lack of accessibility and a lack of knowledge about the results of
- [Revive Conference: 2,300 Students Come Together Longing to See Revival in Europe](https://children.worldea.org/revive-conference-2300-students-come-together-longing-to-see-revival-in-europe/) - “I’m more in love with Jesus than I’ve ever been”, says Petra a student from Croatia, after experiencing a personal revival in a retreat called Revive our Hearts on March 22. This was a microcosmos of what is happening this week in Karlsruhe, Germany, in the Revive Europe gathering. Over 2,300 students from 86 different nationalities (mostly European) are together to
- [French Evangelicals Convey Child Protection Concerns to the UN](https://children.worldea.org/french-evangelicals-convey-child-protection-concerns-to-the-un/) - The French Protestant Evangelical Committee for Human Dignity (CPDH) recently submitted two reports on surrogacy and minors' access to pornography, to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child. “In these two new submissions, we ask France to condemn the French sponsors of surrogacy with the penalties provided for by the law, and to work for the international abolition of those practices”,
- [Most Teenagers Say They Viewed Porn by Age 13, Survey Finds](https://children.worldea.org/most-teenagers-say-they-viewed-porn-by-age-13-survey-finds/) - Nearly three out of every four teenagers have viewed pornography at some point in their lives, with more than half first seeing sexually explicit material by age 13, according to a new study. Common Sense Media, which describes itself as "the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families
- [Church of England’s First 'Gender-Queer' Priest Shares Hope of 'Normalizing It for Children'](https://children.worldea.org/church-of-englands-first-gender-queer-priest-shares-hope-of-normalizing-it-for-children/) - The first “gender-queer” priest in the Church of England hopes “normalizing it for children” will be a priority for the church. Rev. Bingo Allison, a biological male who identifies as non-binary, said God was guiding the 36-year-old into a “new truth” about gender identity, according to an interview with a British newspaper. Allison, who has
- [Young Christians in Austria Reflected on the “Cost of Leadership”](https://children.worldea.org/young-christians-in-austria-reflected-on-the-cost-of-leadership/) - A weekend to have important conversations, training, for new generations in church leadership. Younger Christian leaders met in Schloss Klaus near Linz (Austria) for a national leadership summit. The event, organised by the Austrian Evangelical Alliance between 11-13 November, was a chance to think about the “cost of leadership”, the organisers said. “As leaders, we often go
- ['Sons & Daughters': Helping Millennials Discover the Adventure, Purpose Found in God](https://children.worldea.org/sons-daughters-helping-millennials-discover-the-adventure-purpose-found-in-god/) - Millennials. A generation of individuals where everyone gets a trophy. Beyond following in the footsteps of Generation X and preceding Generation Z, this collection of 20- and 30-somethings has been described as the first global generation that grew up in the internet age. The end result is a cohort of digital natives who are completely
- ['The Chosen' Creators Share How Series Is Impacting Gen Z: 'On the Verge of a Revolution'](https://children.worldea.org/the-chosen-creators-share-how-series-is-impacting-gen-z-on-the-verge-of-a-revolution/) - The cast and crew of “The Chosen” reflected on the universal impact the show is having on viewers, influencing everyone from non-believers to Gen Z with its compelling storytelling, timely storylines and biblical accuracy. “The thing that sets ['The Chosen'] apart is how real and authentic all of these characters feel, how human they are,
- [1,200 Children of 70 Churches Competed in Barcelona’s ‘Evangelical Olympics’](https://children.worldea.org/1200-children-of-70-churches-competed-in-barcelonas-evangelical-olympics/) - 35 years later, the event continues to succeed in bringing together churches for a day of sport and fun. Free churches in Barcelona have been participating in the ‘Evangelical Olympics’ for 35 years, and the sportive event continues to be highly appreciated by children from around Catalonia. With the beginning of the academic year, churches prepared there
- [A New Bible in Spanish for Tweens](https://children.worldea.org/a-new-bible-in-spanish-for-tweens/) - The Spanish Bible Society will also launch an audiovisual discipleship project, in addition to exhibitions, presentations in different formats and trainings. The Spanish Bible Society is working on a new translation of the Bible called Lenguaje Básico (Basic Language), targeted to 8-14 year olds. “We have been working on it for about eight years”, said Gonzalo Soriano Ariza, coordinator
- [Elementary School's 'Satan' Club Draws Parents' Ire; Superintendent Defends Approval](https://children.worldea.org/elementary-schools-satan-club-draws-parents-ire-superintendent-defends-approval/) - A California school district has defended its decision to approve the After School Satan Club, a program affiliated with The Satanic Temple, to use a local elementary school's facilities following complaints from parents. Golden Hills Elementary School in Tehachapi, California, recently approved the After School Satan Club sponsored by the Satanic Temple and Reason Alliance
- ['Generation Indoctrination': What's Being Done to Protect Kids Legally from Gender Ideology?](https://children.worldea.org/generation-indoctrination-whats-being-done-to-protect-kids-legally-from-gender-ideology/) - As gender ideology continues to pervade every realm of culture, legislators and public policy experts alarmed by its effects on children have taken numerous steps to thwart it from taking root in state laws. When Arkansas state Rep. Robin Lundstrum learned that children in her state were undergoing experimental gender medicalization, she knew she had
- [God’s Heart for Children Webinar Series](https://children.worldea.org/gods-heart-for-children-webinar-series/) - We are excited to announce a special six-part webinar series on the theme of God’s Heart for Children taking place throughout 2023. Each session will unpack themes from the recently published book of the same name, with the aim of equipping Christians in their calling and ministry with or for children. The webinars aim to
- ['Thrive Albania' Event - What Can We Do Together?](https://children.worldea.org/thrive-albania-event-what-can-we-do-together/) - The World Without Orphans global and regional teams and organization partners collaborate to support national teams in developing broadscale collaboration that accelerates long-term positive transformation. It is exciting to see this happening in Albania, where over 30 local church and organization leaders and government employees gathered in Tirana in November 2022 for a ‘Thrive Albania’
- [Youth Hospitalizations for Suicidal Thoughts Rises 59% in 5 years: Report](https://children.worldea.org/youth-hospitalizations-for-suicidal-thoughts-rises-59-in-5-years-report/) - Suicide rates and mental health-related hospital visits among youth were rising before the COVID-19 pandemic but surged even higher during the lockdowns, according to a new study. The study, published in the journal Pediatrics of the American Academy of Pediatrics, analyzed administrative data for emergency department visits coded for suicidal thoughts and ideation from January 2016
- [37 Countries Sign Pledge to Uphold Pro-Life, Pro-Family Policies 2 Years after Geneva Consensus Declaration](https://children.worldea.org/37-countries-sign-pledge-to-uphold-pro-life-pro-family-policies-2-years-after-geneva-consensus-declaration/) - The number of countries expressing support for a document explicitly stating that “there is no international right to abortion” continues to expand as nations around the world work to implement policies consistent with its mandate to make the family the bedrock of society. Lawmakers, pro-life activists and representatives of governments worldwide gathered on Capitol Hill
- [Providing 'Ibasho' and 'Tamariba' for Japanese Christian Youth](https://children.worldea.org/providing-ibasho-and-tamariba-for-japanese-christian-youth/) - The apparent weakening of Christianity in Japan is often attributed to the declining presence of young people in many local churches. Churches without youth groups are increasingly common. If this trend continues, many Japanese churches will cease to exist in the not so distant future. In an attempt to understand and to reverse this trend,
- [Extending God's Word Into All Places](https://children.worldea.org/extending-gods-word-into-all-places/) - When the coronavirus pandemic first broke out, the Japanese government ordered that all schools throughout Japan be closed. High school students had no choice but to study in isolation. Alone at home, they had to write daily reports. School events that students had looked forward to were all cancelled, such as Sports Day and once-in-a-
- [Just keep swimming...Supporting Children And Young People With Additional Needs](https://children.worldea.org/just-keep-swimming-supporting-children-and-young-people-with-additional-needs/) - The more we practice at supporting children and young people with additional needs, the better we will get too. Can you swim? When did you learn? Were you inspired by watching one of the Olympic greats winning a clutch of medals at an Olympic Games, maybe smashing a World Record or two on the way?
- [Family Engagement with Churches Has Fallen Post-Covid, Study Finds](https://children.worldea.org/family-engagement-with-churches-has-fallen-post-covid-study-finds/) - Many families are less engaged with their church since the pandemic, according to new research. The study by Liverpool Hope University and the National Institute for Christian Education Research (NICER) found that Sunday morning church attendance has become "less of a priority" for families, while faith nurturing at home has improved. The research found that
- [42% of Gen Z Have Diagnosed Mental Health Condition, Majority Worried About Future: Study](https://children.worldea.org/42-of-gen-z-have-diagnosed-mental-health-condition-majority-worried-about-future-study/) - Nearly 70% of Generation Z, people born between 1997 and 2012, say their mental health was adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with 42% of adult members of the cohort reporting that they have been diagnosed with a mental health condition and many of them say they are worried about the future, a new study from
- [An Online Game to Bring the Reality of Religious Diversity Closer to Teenagers](https://children.worldea.org/an-online-game-to-bring-the-reality-of-religious-diversity-closer-to-teenagers/) - With the educational project Missió Humanitas, the Catalan authorities seek to arouse "curiosity" about the different beliefs, confessions and convictions present in the territory. Following the instructions of researcher Dorota, a woman with a passion for learning, we can travel to the year 2040 to carry out a mission whose purpose has to do with a
- [Here's Why an Unborn Baby Is Not One Person With Its Mom](https://children.worldea.org/heres-why-an-unborn-baby-is-not-one-person-with-its-mom/) - Since unborn babies are completely defenseless, they need us to do whatever we can to help protect them. The main reason abortion is such a highly emotional issue in America is that unborn children are the most vulnerable people in our nation. And since unborn babies are too young to vote, they need us to
- [Ministry Delivers 225K Bibles to North Macedonia, Where Many Can't Access Scripture in Their Language](https://children.worldea.org/ministry-delivers-225k-bibles-to-north-macedonia-where-many-cant-access-scripture-in-their-language/) - A Texas-based Christian ministry that once smuggled Bibles into the Soviet Union delivered the largest donation of children's Bibles to the Eastern European country of North Macedonia, where many children don't have access to Scripture in their own language. Founded in 1961, Eastern European Mission (EEM) prints and distributes free Bibles to Eastern Europe and surrounding nations,
- [Britain's Hidden Education Crisis](https://children.worldea.org/britains-hidden-education-crisis/) - Not only do we have our third prime minister in two months, we have our fifth education secretary this year. Last Monday, the new Ministers for the Education Department faced their first oral question time with MPs in the Commons. By the end of the week, just one of the five was still in place.
- [European Evangelicals Issue a Guide to Pray with Children in Times of War](https://children.worldea.org/european-evangelicals-issue-a-guide-to-pray-with-children-in-times-of-war/) - The European and World Evangelical Alliances also release a joint statement, suggesting several reasons to pray on Ukraine's independence day. On 24 August Ukraine will celebrate its Independence Day, which this year marks 6 months of war in the country after the Russian invasion. For this reason, the European and the World Evangelical Alliances (EEA and WEA) have issued a joint statement, calling on
- [‘Let’s Make Songs Full of Values so That Children Can Fill Their Minds and Hearts With the Right Message and Be Prepared for the Future’](https://children.worldea.org/lets-make-songs-full-of-values-so-that-children-can-fill-their-minds-and-hearts-with-the-right-message-and-be-prepared-for-the-future/) - The Spanish band Papel Maché releases a new album. “Through creation we can be amazed and get to know God more”, says Keila Elm. The Spanish Christian band Papel Maché (Paper Mache) has been sharing several of its singles with their videos on its YouTube channel for a while now. Spanish news website Protestante Digital spoke with the creator of
- [Drags for Children, Controversial Sex Education: Spanish Evangelical Alliance Calls to Speak Up Against “Ideological Agenda”](https://children.worldea.org/drags-for-children-controversial-sex-education-spanish-evangelical-alliance-calls-to-speak-up-against-ideological-agenda/) - The evangelical organisation says local and national authorities undermine the foundations of the family, erode the authority of parents, and divert children from an “adequate sexual education”. The Spanish Evangelical Alliance (AEE) has reflected in a statement on the sexual education of children, following events in recent weeks that have ignited a social debate around
- [Teens Have a Positive View of Jesus But Do Know Little About the Bible’s Teachings](https://children.worldea.org/teens-have-a-positive-view-of-jesus-but-do-know-little-about-the-bibles-teachings/) - A survey interviewed 25,000 teenagers in 26 countries. “It’s rare that teens think poorly of Jesus. The global impression of Jesus is that he is trustworthy, generous, wise, peaceful”, the authors say. Barna Group recently released The Open Generation study, which aims to “help church leaders understand teenagers around the world”. They interviewed nearly 25,000 teenagers aged 13-17, from 26 countries.
- [The Church’s View on Abortion and Marriage Transformed Europe](https://children.worldea.org/the-churchs-view-on-abortion-and-marriage-transformed-europe/) - The first surviving Christian writing outside the New Testament, Didache, already makes a statement against abortion, infanticide and paedophilia. We have all heard about the “abdominal" issues. The issues that are considered too much for the Church to deal with and that its environment challenges it to give up. It's about abortion, views on sex, pornography, the
- [Mrs. Universe Tori Hope Petersen Talks Growing Up in Foster Care, Shares How More Christians Can Help](https://children.worldea.org/mrs-universe-tori-hope-petersen-talks-growing-up-in-foster-care-shares-how-more-christians-can-help/) - Mrs. Universe Tori Hope Petersen, a former foster child who defied the odds set against her at an early age, is a Christian foster youth advocate known for offering hope to children and encouraging adults to answer the call to provide a loving home to children in desperate need of stability. Petersen wrote about her
- [Youth Ministries Must View Children as ‘Participants,' Not 'Consumers': Barna Group CEO](https://children.worldea.org/youth-ministries-must-view-children-as-participants-not-consumers-barna-group-ceo/) - Youth ministries in American churches must shift their efforts away from molding children to be "consumers" to involving them as "participants" in the "Gospel mission," the head of the Barna Group has advised. David Kinnaman, who leads the prominent faith-based polling firm founded by Evangelical pollster George Barna, gave a video presentation Thursday at the Awana
- [Christian Teacher Who Refused to Use Gender Neutral Pronouns Remains in Prison](https://children.worldea.org/christian-teacher-who-refused-to-use-gender-neutral-pronouns-remains-in-prison/) - A Christian teacher who refused to stay away from his school after being suspended in a dispute over gender neutral pronouns remains in prison. On Wednesday, the High Court in Dublin rejected the application of Enoch Burke for an injunction to overturn his paid suspension by Wilson's Hospital School in County Westmeath, Ireland. The Church of
- [David Pritchard, a Friend of Children, Died](https://children.worldea.org/david-pritchard-a-friend-of-children-died/) - Pastor, writer, Scripture Union missionary and promoter of the Bible presentation method Godly Play, David Pritchard's greatest passion was bringing Jesus to children. Pastor, missionary of Scripture Union and president of Godly Play in Spain, David Pritchard died on Monday 29 August in the city of Ribeira at the age of 75, after a battle with cancer. Pritchard was in charge
- [European Pioneer of Bibles for Children Died](https://children.worldea.org/european-pioneer-of-bibles-for-children-died/) - Kees de Kort, a Dutch painter and illustrator, was known for over 300 colorful illustrations bringing to life both the Old and New Testament. The households of many Christian families in Europe have the Bible for children illustrated by him. Kees de Kort died in Bergen (Netherlands) on 19 August at the age of 87 years,
- [Five Ways To Support Additional Needs Siblings, An Often Overlooked Group](https://children.worldea.org/five-ways-to-support-additional-needs-siblings-an-often-overlooked-group/) - This blog post is written by Mark Arnold’s daughter, Phoebe, who shares her experience of growing up as an additional needs sibling to her brother, James, as well as offering learnings for us all…Growing up I didn’t often see a family unit similar to my own; from a young age I was a carer for
- [The Neurodiverse Coke Can](https://children.worldea.org/the-neurodiverse-coke-can/) - There is a great analogy that helps to explain why neurodiverse children (e.g. who are Autistic, or have ADHD) are often perceived to be able to ‘cope’ and be ‘fine’ at school, but can become overwhelmed by the time they get home. There are so many stories about children who appear to be totally different
- [Evangelicals Call Abortion Activists to Exercise “Tolerance and Respect”](https://children.worldea.org/evangelicals-call-abortion-activists-to-exercise-tolerance-and-respect/) - In recent Marches For Life, Christian organisations have suffered attacks and threats. The Evangelical Alliance says the “democratic heritage of Switzerland” must be protected. Swiss pro-lifers hold their annual March For Life on 17 September, and the pressure by pro-abortion activists and politicians has increased over the summer. In the last years, groups expressing
- [Over 7,000 March for Life in London](https://children.worldea.org/over-7000-march-for-life-in-london/) - This year the theme of the march was '10 million too many', a reference to the number of abortions carried out in the UK since the approval of the Abortion Act in 1967. Over 7,000 people took the streets of London on 3 September for the 2022 UK March for life, a record in the history of this
- [Under Police Protection, 1,000 March for Life in Zürich](https://children.worldea.org/under-police-protection-1000-march-for-life-in-zurich/) - The 12th March for Life in Switzerland had a festive mood, with live music, testimonies, and a call to implement a 24 hours period of reflection before performing an abortion. Around 1,000 participants joined on Saturday 17 September the Swiss March For Life, in the Zürich district of Oerlikon. The theme, “24 hours for life”, pointed
- [College Cancels Christian Group’s Wilberforce Academy Over Its Beliefs on Marriage](https://children.worldea.org/college-cancels-christian-groups-wilberforce-academy-over-its-beliefs-on-marriage/) - A college at Cambridge University has canceled an event for young Christian professionals, saying that the values of the organizers, who do not support same-sex marriage, are “not compatible with the values of the college,” the group’s lawyers told the High Court this week. Cambridge University’s Fitzwilliam College has acted unlawfully and breached its duty
- [Lila Rose Debates Dr. Phil on When Life Begins: 'If It's Not a Human, Why Do You Have to Kill It?'](https://children.worldea.org/lila-rose-debates-dr-phil-on-when-life-begins-if-its-not-a-human-why-do-you-have-to-kill-it/) - Prominent pro-life activist Lila Rose appeared on the syndicated talk show "Dr. Phil" Tuesday to debate the show's host, Dr. Phil McGraw, about when life begins. They also discussed the morality of abortion when a baby has been diagnosed in-utero with a life-threatening condition. The episode's focus on abortion came in response to the U.S.
- [Awana CEO: Churches Are Standing on a ‘Burning Platform’ If They Ignore Discipling Children](https://children.worldea.org/awana-ceo-churches-are-standing-on-a-burning-platform-if-they-ignore-discipling-children/) - Churches that don't invest more in discipleship-oriented children’s ministries will be “standing on a burning platform,” warned Matt Markins, head of the child discipleship organization Awana. For most people, their worldview formation is "largely fixed" by age 13, according to findings conducted by the research organization Barna Group. That's why Markins believes strongly that worldview
- [The Asian Church + Home : Restoring Health and Discipleship](https://children.worldea.org/the-asian-church-home-restoring-health-and-discipleship/) - 'My eyes have been opened to so many truths I was unaware of.' 'D6 conference is really a Bible based conference, which helps us to focus on our family.' 'D6 has just confirmed what's in my heart, intentional discipleship where home and church work together raising a generation of Christ's followers who will be faithful
- [One Million Moms Issues ‘Urgent Warning’ to Parents in Response to Disney’s FX Series ‘Little Demon’](https://children.worldea.org/one-million-moms-issues-urgent-warning-to-parents-in-response-to-disneys-fx-series-little-demon/) - Satan impregnates woman who gives birth to Antichrist daughter. Disney’s new FX series “Little Demon,” which features a woman who is impregnated by Satan and gives birth to an Antichrist daughter and carries graphic violence and nudity, “makes light of hell and the dangers of the demonic realm," says One Million Moms says in an
- [Chad Veach Shares How Prayer 'Grounded' Family Amid Daughter's Devastating Diagnosis](https://children.worldea.org/chad-veach-shares-how-prayer-grounded-family-amid-daughters-devastating-diagnosis/) - Pastor identifies key reason for rising prayerlessness The rise in anxiety and depression in recent years is directly linked to the epidemic of prayerlessness among even professing believers — and the issue is only going to get worse until people get serious about prayer. That's according to Chad Veach, the pastor of Zoe Church, a
- [It’s Time to End the 'Insanity' of Typical Youth Ministry](https://children.worldea.org/its-time-to-end-the-insanity-of-typical-youth-ministry/) - Someone once said, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.“ This is true in life. This is true in youth ministry. For the last 50 years, youth ministry has pretty much stayed the same. We do the same kinds of meetings we’ve always done (midweek, Sunday morning, etc)
- [Behold Europe 2022: Training and Mentoring Young Evangelists](https://children.worldea.org/behold-europe-2022-training-and-mentoring-young-evangelists/) - Meeting 11-14 November, young evangelists from across Europe will gather in Germany stirred once more to the task of faithfully preaching the Gospel. With mountains as the backdrop, Hintersee, in southern Germany, will be the setting for this year’s Behold Europe gathering. Meeting 11-14 November, young evangelists from across Europe will be looking to meet with the
- [Christian Parents in Pakistan Denied Custody of Kidnapped Girl](https://children.worldea.org/christian-parents-in-pakistan-denied-custody-of-kidnapped-girl/) - Church leaders and rights activists cite forced conversion as the biggest challenge for vulnerable minority communities of Pakistan. Refusing to review evidence from a Christian couple trying to recover their 12-year-old daughter after she was allegedly kidnapped and forced to convert and marry, a judge in Pakistan last week denied them custody, sources said. Justice
- [At Least 157 Children Died in Zimbabwe Due to Measles Outbreak](https://children.worldea.org/at-least-157-children-died-in-zimbabwe-due-to-measles-outbreak/) - The information minister of Zimbabwe, Monica Mutsvangwa, has reported that at least 157 children have died due to an outbreak of measles. In just four days, the number of measles cases has almost doubled from 1,036 to 2,056. Government blames “church gatherings” “It has been noted that most cases have not received vaccination to protect against measles. The Government has invoked the Civil
- [Two-Thirds of Younger Adults with a Commitment to Christ Don't Attend Church: Survey](https://children.worldea.org/two-thirds-of-younger-adults-with-a-commitment-to-christ-dont-attend-church-survey/) - A strong majority of Generation Z and Millennials who say they have made a personal commitment to Christ do not attend church in person or online at least once a month, according to a new study. The August edition of the "State of the Bible: USA 2022" report from the American Bible Society finds that 40% of
- [Towards a Global Theology of Children](https://children.worldea.org/towards-a-global-theology-of-children/) - Nativity Petallar, editor and contributor of God’s Heart for Children, explains the motivations behind this new book and the major differences with its predecessor. God’s Heart for Children: Practical Theology from Global Perspectives is a sequel to the former Understanding God’s Heart for Children: Toward a Biblical Framework (2007). Our goal in convening this new book has been to diversify the authorship
- [Pregnant Woman, Children Among 31 Killed at Pentecostal Church in Nigeria](https://children.worldea.org/pregnant-woman-children-among-31-killed-at-pentecostal-church-in-nigeria/) - At least 31 people, including a pregnant woman and children, were killed in a stampede at an annual “Shop for Free” charity program organized by a Pentecostal church in southern Nigeria, according to a report. The annual fair, organized by the Kings Assembly Pentecostal church in Rivers state and which was meant to offer hope, was
- [NAE, WEA’s Member Body in the US, Comments on Federal Abortion Rights Overturned in Supreme Court Decision](https://children.worldea.org/nae-weas-member-body-in-the-us-comments-on-federal-abortion-rights-overturned-in-supreme-court-decision/) - The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) welcomes today’s Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson that overturns federal abortion rights based on Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. The ruling represents the most significant change in abortion jurisprudence for nearly 50 years, returning decisions on abortion policy to citizens and the legislators they elect. “God is the author
- [Abby Johnson, Sean McDowell Share How Parents Can Talk Sex, Trans Ideology with Kids](https://children.worldea.org/abby-johnson-sean-mcdowell-share-how-parents-can-talk-sex-trans-ideology-with-kids/) - How should parents talk to their children about sex, homosexuality and transgender ideology? Abby Johnson and Christian apologist Sean McDowell talked about their perspective on how Christian parents can handle misinformation and tackle these issues in a recent episode of the "Politely Rude" podcast. McDowell, the author of the book, Chasing Love: Sex, Love and Relationships
- [The FoolishLife Academy](https://children.worldea.org/the-foolishlife-academy/) - The goal of the project is to offer quality, biblical content to Portuguese youth as young as 12 years old, with humor and the use of cartoons. Rádio Transmundial de Portugal (RTM Portugal), a partner of TWR (Trans World Radio), has created a new program to reach young people, children born in a post-Christian culture. Their
- [God Is the Best Parent](https://children.worldea.org/god-is-the-best-parent/) - A colleague came to me recently after she had noticed a somewhat surprising trend: millennial parents are far more likely than previous generations to raise their children without a focus on religion. I write it’s only somewhat surprising because, by now, we have all seen the numbers showing a steady march away from religious identification
- [Parents: Immerse Your Young Children in the Gospel](https://children.worldea.org/parents-immerse-your-young-children-in-the-gospel/) - It is widely known that the first 5 years of a child’s life have enormous ramifications. A child’s brain develops the most during these early years, but even more importantly, young children are exceedingly open to embracing the Gospel. A 2019 survey showed 43% of believers coming to faith in Jesus by age 12, and 15% accepting
- [How Can Christian Parents Help Their Children Find Lasting Faith?](https://children.worldea.org/how-can-christian-parents-help-their-children-find-lasting-faith/) - When my wife rings, a picture pops up on my phone. It's of my wife holding our oldest daughter having her very first swimming lesson at 12 months of age. In the photo my wife looks happy and my daughter looks suspicious of the water. Today my oldest daughter is eight years old and is
- [Most Americans Say Allowing Kids to Use 'Preferred Pronouns' Confuses Them About Sex, Survey Finds](https://children.worldea.org/most-americans-say-allowing-kids-to-use-preferred-pronouns-confuses-them-about-sex-survey-finds/) - A majority of Americans believe allowing children to choose a “preferred pronoun” that does not correspond with their biological sex would only confuse them, according to a new poll. Researchers with Harvard's Center for American Political Studies and Harris Poll conducted a survey in May that asked over 1,900 registered voters whether children should be able to
- [They Are So Sad Because They Have No Friends](https://children.worldea.org/they-are-so-sad-because-they-have-no-friends/) - “The majority of refugee aid in Poland is provided by churches. If they weren't so committed to, the aid would have collapsed long ago”, a pastor says. An article by Johannes Reimer and Manuel Böhm. The flag says everything At the beginning of July, I visited Poland with a WEA staff member with the aim
- [Legal Abortions Dropped Drastically in Poland in 2021](https://children.worldea.org/legal-abortions-dropped-drastically-in-poland-in-2021/) - There were 107 legal abortions in 2021, 90% less than the previous year. “The biggest problem now is illegal abortions using pills”, pro-life groups warn. There were ten times less abortions in Poland in 2021 than in previous years, according to data from the Ministry of Health, Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita reported. After the coming into force of the ruling of
- [Sean Feucht Identifies 4 Key Issues the Church Must Boldly Address in Secular Culture](https://children.worldea.org/sean-feucht-identifies-4-key-issues-the-church-must-boldly-address-in-secular-culture/) - Evangelist Sean Feucht has challenged the Church to address four key issues he believes are key to combating an increasingly secularized culture and lamented the lack of courage many church leaders exhibit in the face of social pressure. In an interview with The Christian Post, the 38-year-old worship leader reflected on some of the issues
- ["Hidden in Plain Sight" - European Online Workshop Highlights Plight of Child Refugees](https://children.worldea.org/hidden-in-plain-sight/) - 35 Christian leaders and activists from across Europe, from Finland to Armenia, gathered in June for World without Orphans (WWO) Europe’s 3rd ‘Hidden’ workshop. Focused on the currently most relevant topic of refugees and the danger faced by them of being trafficked, 'Hidden in Plain Sight' was a partnership event with the Refugee Highway Partnership
- [Opening Our Homes: Can We Respond to the Plight of UK Children in Care in the Same Way as We Did for Ukrainian Refugees?](https://children.worldea.org/opening-our-homes-can-we-respond-to-the-plight-of-uk-children-in-care-in-the-same-way-as-we-did-for-ukrainian-refugees/) - After the joyous celebrations of the Platinum Jubilee and the elation of being back at church together, many of us are looking to forget the bleakness of the pandemic. It's been a hard time for everyone, and I for one am glad things are getting back to normal. Seeing my children being able to see
- [God's Heart for Orphans and the Special Call on the Church to Care for Them](https://children.worldea.org/gods-heart-for-orphans-and-the-special-call-on-the-church-to-care-for-them-2/) - God believes in family. He sent Jesus into this world as a baby and therefore totally reliant on his earthly mother and father and He invites us to be a part of his eternal family, writes Dr Robert Glover, founder and executive director of Care for Children. 1 June is the Global Day of Parents, and
- [An Update from Ukraine: “Doing What One Can Do” from Brian Stiller](https://children.worldea.org/an-update-from-ukraine-doing-what-one-can-do-from-brian-stiller/) - As pictures of Russia’s attack on Ukraine appeared on media, some asked me, “What can I do?” Within hours, a couple friends decided there was something they could do. They promised to supply some funds and asked, “Can you get this money into the country and make sure it is being used to help those
- [Over 80% of Public Schools Say COVID Negatively Impacted Student Behavior, Study Finds](https://children.worldea.org/over-80-of-public-schools-say-covid-negatively-impacted-student-behavior-study-finds/) - A new study suggests that an overwhelming majority of public schools report increases in negative student behavior, with many linking a rise in absenteeism and other serious behavioral issues to the COVID-19 pandemic and remote learning arrangements. The National Center for Education Statistics, an arm of the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences, released
- [Christian Mayoral Candidate Fired by Employer for Publicizing Views on Marriage](https://children.worldea.org/christian-mayoral-candidate-fired-by-employer-for-publicizing-views-on-marriage/) - Case believed to be 'first of its kind', watchdog group says. A Christian woman running for mayor of a London borough has taken legal action against her former employer, claiming she was fired for expressing her views on marriage as part of her campaign. Maureen Martin, 56, was fired for gross misconduct by LONDON &
- [How Is Christianity Portrayed in Swedish School Textbooks? Report Finds “Inaccuracies and Lack of Objectivity”](https://children.worldea.org/how-is-christianity-portrayed-in-swedish-school-textbooks-report-finds-inaccuracies-and-lack-of-objectivity/) - A 60-page report of the Christian think tank Clapham Institutet examined religion and science school materials. Researcher Per Ewert hopes publishers and experts will revise the curricula for next year. The textbooks for primary and secondary schools in Sweden portray the Christian faith in “inaccurate and one-sided” ways, the Clapham Institutet (Clapham Institute) has said. In a 60-page report of this Christian think
- [“Many Women in Our Churches Have Suffered an Abortion”](https://children.worldea.org/many-women-in-our-churches-have-suffered-an-abortion/) - Pro-life groups in Europe follow with attention the situation in the US after the decision that reversed “Roe v Wade”. Small organisations network to support women holistically. The decision of the Unite States Supreme Court through which abortion is no longer a constitutional right in that country is “neither the triumph proclaimed by some
- [Want to Raise Strong, Confident Girls?](https://children.worldea.org/want-to-raise-strong-confident-girls/) - My pre-teen daughter climbed into our car one night at the end of this school year and burst into tears. She had been struggling with some friendships. On that drive back from Wednesday night church, she just finally broke down and let it all out. She cried the whole way home. I didn’t say much
- [Over 900 Babies Born Through Christian Agency's Embryo Adoption Program](https://children.worldea.org/over-900-babies-born-through-christian-agencys-embryo-adoption-program/) - A Christian adoption agency's embryo adoption program has led to the birth of hundreds of babies as the practice of embryo adoption and donation remains a contentious issue, even among Christians. According to the Snowflakes embryo adoption program, a division of Nightlight Christian Adoptions, there are over 1 million embryos frozen in storage throughout the United
- [Veteran-Owned Business Announces It Will Cover Employees' Parental Leave, Adoption Costs](https://children.worldea.org/veteran-owned-business-announces-it-will-cover-employees-parental-leave-adoption-costs/) - After corporations across the nation announced they would cover employees' travel expenses to get abortions in other states following the U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, a veteran-owned business in Texas has responded by offering to pay for employees’ parental leave and adoption costs. The U.S. Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization,
- [Europe: Controversy Concerning Abortion Gets More Heated](https://children.worldea.org/europe-controversy-concerning-abortion-gets-more-heated-2/) - Is it possible to change the tone of the debate? Is it possible to speak up on abortion in a way that will increase support for both the woman and baby? The reversal of Roe V Wade in the United States of America has had its knock-on effects in Europe. For some it is a time of rejoicing,
- [Countries at London Ministerial Denounce Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Against Women and Girls](https://children.worldea.org/countries-at-london-ministerial-denounce-sexual-and-gender-based-violence-against-women-and-girls/) - Countries attending the UK government's Ministerial on Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) in London have denounced sexual and gender-based violence against minority women and girls. The statement on gender equality was signed by the representatives of 18 countries, including the UK. It notes "with concern" that millions of women and girls are experiencing "discrimination, inequality, and
- [A Response to Some of the Familiar Arguments in Favour of Abortion](https://children.worldea.org/a-response-to-some-of-the-familiar-arguments-in-favour-of-abortion/) - While my observations on the overturning of the Roe v Wade 1973 Supreme Court ruling generated many supportive comments, they also triggered some unpleasant and ill-tempered replies. I was blamed for what I said, what I didn't say and, surprisingly, what people imagined I did (or didn't) say. Now I must admit that my attempt to comment
- [Abortion One of the Great Issues Facing the UK Church](https://children.worldea.org/abortion-one-of-the-great-issues-facing-the-uk-church/) - Today the Department of Health and Social Care released the latest abortion figures for England and Wales. In total, 214,869 abortions took place in 2021. This is the highest number ever recorded in England and Wales. It's also an increase of 4,009 from 2020. This significant increase has accompanied the first full year that 'DIY'
- ['Fearlessly Femme' LGBT Version of Spider-Man Set to Make Debut This Fall](https://children.worldea.org/fearlessly-femme-lgbt-version-of-spider-man-set-to-make-debut-this-fall/) - New 'Spider-Verse' character to have 'fearlessly femme identity' Another comic book icon is “going gay.” Marvel Entertainment is set to introduce a flamboyant version of Spider-Man in its September issue of Edge of Spider-Verse #5. Designed by Kris Anka, the alternate universe Spider-Man known as “Web-Weaver” was first revealed after sketches of the character — complete with
- [Youth For Christ Ministry Points Incarcerated Youth, Young Dads to God as the Ultimate 'Good Father'](https://children.worldea.org/youth-for-christ-ministry-points-incarcerated-youth-young-dads-to-god-as-the-ultimate-good-father/) - While dads across the country are set to celebrate Father’s Day with their families, many of them will mark the holiday in a detention facility. An estimated 684,500 state and federal prisoners were parents of at least one minor child in 2016, totaling nearly half of state prisoners (47%) and more than half of federal
- [Sight & Sound’s ‘David’ Showcases a King's Sincere Heart to Pursue God](https://children.worldea.org/sight-sounds-david-showcases-a-kings-sincere-heart-to-pursue-god/) - LANCASTER, Pa. — Four years in the making, the production “David” opened at Sight & Sound Theatres this year and explores the journey of an unassuming shepherd boy who became a king. Based on the biblical account of David, who killed a Philistinegiant and later became the king of Israel, The Christian Post attended the
- [Pastor, Author Andy McQuitty Journals 'Moral Education' of His Own Kids in New Book](https://children.worldea.org/pastor-author-andy-mcquitty-journals-moral-education-of-his-own-kids-in-new-book/) - Thirty years ago, Andy McQuitty, who pastors the Texas megachurch Irving Bible Church, started writing down parental words of wisdom in five separate journals — one for each of his five children. Covering topics such as relationships, faith, discipline, work ethic and even politics, McQuitty’s handwritten journals were written over some 18 years, up until
- [Resetting the Arc of Our Nation with the Adoption Option](https://children.worldea.org/resetting-the-arc-of-our-nation-with-the-adoption-option/) - The historic Supreme Court decision on June 24, 2022, opens a wide door to elevate the adoption option. History highlights cultural change agents who grasped a dream. The first March for Life in 1974 elevated the pro-Life dream year after year. Millions of pro-Life advocates and organizations have now joined the ranks of America’s Martin
- [Parents' Group Warns Netflix Series 'Human Resources' Features 'Sexualizing References to Children'](https://children.worldea.org/parents-group-warns-netflix-series-human-resources-features-sexualizing-references-to-children/) - A media watchdog group is warning parents about a new animated series on Netflix from the creators of the controversial “Big Mouth” series over what it describes as pornographic content. A report from the Parents Television and Media Council (PTC) says while “Human Resources” doesn’t revolve around adolescent characters, it’s still likely to draw younger viewers because
- [3 R's for Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys](https://children.worldea.org/3-rs-for-raising-emotionally-healthy-boys/) - I grew up in the seventies, and from 1977 to 1982, The Incredible Hulk television series ran on CBS. You’d find me glued to the TV each week, awaiting the adventures Dr. David Banner, a brilliant scientist whose laboratory experiment goes terribly awry. From that moment forward, whenever he is under extreme stress, he undergoes
- [Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade in Mississippi Abortion Ruling](https://children.worldea.org/supreme-court-overturns-roe-v-wade-in-mississippi-abortion-ruling/) - The U.S. Supreme Court has overruled the landmark 1973 decision of Roe v. Wade, concluding that there is no constitutional right to an abortion. In a decision released Friday in the case of Thomas Dobbs, et. al. v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the high court ruled 6-3 to uphold Mississippi’s Gestational Age Act, which bans most abortions after 15
- [Evangelicals Promote a Pioneering Rugby School in Bizkaia](https://children.worldea.org/evangelicals-promote-a-pioneering-rugby-school-in-bizkaia/) - Zazpi Jausi “facilitates after-school sports practice” for dozens of children from vulnerable backgrounds. “It is an instrument of blessing”, say its founders If rugby is a sport played by gentlemen, as the former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill referred to it, then what better alternative of team sport can be offered to those who are not attracted
- [Woman Finds Birth Mother after 44 Years Through Facebook Adoption Group](https://children.worldea.org/woman-finds-birth-mother-after-44-years-through-facebook-adoption-group/) - A Facebook group has enabled a woman adopted from Chile and brought to England when she was 6 months old to reunite with her birth mother after 44 years. Katherine Samwell-Smith, now 45, elaborated on the search for her birth mother in an interview with the Independent. Smith attributes her desire to find her birth mother
- [Half of American Women in Childbearing Years Unaware of Adoption Process, Benefits: Study](https://children.worldea.org/half-of-american-women-in-childbearing-years-unaware-of-adoption-process-benefits-study/) - Younger women say they didn't know birth parents can choose which family will adopt their child Millions of American women of childbearing age have significant gaps in their understanding of the process and benefits of adoption, according to new research. The findings from Dr. George Barna and the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University
- [Latest Scottish Abortion Figures Are a 'National Tragedy'](https://children.worldea.org/latest-scottish-abortion-figures-are-a-national-tragedy/) - New figures released by Public Health Scotland (PHS) reveal that there were 13,758 abortions in the country in 2021. The numbers represent a slight fall from 2020, when there were 13,896 abortions. Nearly all (99%) of the abortions last year were medical, where the mother takes abortion drugs to terminate the pregnancy. Of these, over
- [Ukrainian Women and Girls are Fearful of Human Trafficking, Says Charity Leader](https://children.worldea.org/ukrainian-women-and-girls-are-fearful-of-human-trafficking-says-charity-leader/) - Women and young girls fleeing fighting in Ukraine are afraid of falling victim to human trafficking, a Christian charity leader has warned. James Vaughton, CEO of Transform Europe Network (TEN), has just returned from a visit to Romania where he met Ukrainian refugees. He reported a widespread fear of human trafficking among women and girls,
- [Evangelical Olympics Return to Galicia after the Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/evangelical-olympics-return-to-galicia-after-the-pandemic/) - Around 300 children participated in the event held in the Spanish region. “It encourages coexistence and is a testimony to all”, says one of the organisers. The Evangelical Olympics were again held in the Spanish region of Galicia, bringing together around a thousand people at the Elviña University Stadium in La Coruña. Around 300 children
- [Evangelistic Meeting Prompts Spanish Youth to Bring the Gospel Across Europe](https://children.worldea.org/evangelistic-meeting-prompts-spanish-youth-to-bring-the-gospel-across-europe/) - “Xuntos por Galicia” (Together for Galicia) is an evangelistic gathering with over 6 years of existence that takes place every May 17th, a public holiday in the Spanish region of Galicia for the celebration of the “Día das Letras Galegas” (Day of Galician Languages). The last editions were held online due to the pandemic, but this 2022 brought
- [Swedish Christian Schools Approved after Government Supervision](https://children.worldea.org/swedish-christian-schools-approved-after-government-supervision/) - Ten Christian schools were examined to see if they are affected by religious elements. The goverment proposed to ban new denominational schools, but many associations reject it. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate has finished the special supervision of denominational private schools that started last year to see if teaching is affected by religious elements. The public entity has
- [Bad Language?](https://children.worldea.org/bad-language/) - I recently asked a whole bunch of parents of disabled children, and disabled people themselves, what they think of as some of the most inappropriate or downright offensive language that they have heard or experienced as a result of their own or their child’s disability. The result was a huge discussion that produced a massive
- [160 Million: Child Labour on the Rise](https://children.worldea.org/160-million-child-labour-on-the-rise/) - World Vision says the effect of the pandemic could mean that another nine million children could be added to this figure by 2022. Child labour affects around 160 million children between the ages of 5 and 17 worldwide, according to World Vision. The Christian-inspired organisation has underlined this reality on the occasion of the World Day
- [“We Have Seen Terrible Damage to the Most Defenceless People in Ukraine”](https://children.worldea.org/we-have-seen-terrible-damage-to-the-most-defenceless-people-in-ukraine/) - The Baptist Union of Spain has been in Ukraine monitoring the delivery of humanitarian aid. Amid the need and pain, “the churches there are experiencing a revival”. In recent months, evangelical churches and organisations have been actively involved in helping Ukraine. Whether through support for NGOs working on the ground, the collection of supplies, financial donations or by
- [EEA: On Family, Trust, and Religion](https://children.worldea.org/eea-on-family-trust-and-religion/) - In September 2021, the decision was made to focus our EEA communications work in the first half of 2022 on the theme “East meets West – West meets East”. The aim was to create a platform for dialogue with our newsletters, particularly between Western and Eastern Europe, where we could hear one another, learn from
- [How Dads Can Make This Mother's Day One to Remember](https://children.worldea.org/how-dads-can-make-this-mothers-day-one-to-remember/) - Caregiver, cook, chauffeur, referee, finder of lost socks — is there any role that mom can’t play? But for some moms on Mother’s Day, those special macaroni necklaces and glitter-filled cards they receive from their kids, however adorable, might not express the kind of gratitude they deserve. That’s why dads and husbands have their own
- [Has the Church Forgotten About the Spiritual Lives of Our Youngest?](https://children.worldea.org/has-the-church-forgotten-about-the-spiritual-lives-of-our-youngest/) - Children are an amazing gift from God (Psalm 127:3), known and loved by Him from before they were even born (Psalm 139). Becoming a parent is life changing. Whilst exciting, it is incredibly daunting, and getting to grips with all the responsibilities of helping a little one to learn and grow needs a huge amount
- [The New Cuban Legislation on the Family Is ‘Harmful for Families and the Nation’](https://children.worldea.org/the-new-cuban-legislation-on-the-family-is-harmful-for-families-and-the-nation/) - After a popular consultation on the new ‘Code of Families’, Cubans will vote the final text in a referendum in July. Evangelicals have criticised several parts of the draft law. Cuba has closed a popular consultation on the known as Code of Families, after around 78,000 meetings throughout the country in the last three months. Proposals
- [In the UK, 35% of 16-24 Year Olds Gamble Online Often](https://children.worldea.org/in-the-uk-35-of-16-24-year-olds-gamble-online-often/) - Evangelicals denounce that “gambling laws are outdated” and urge the government to take measures to solve a problem that is “a gateway to an addiction”. A recently released survey by the UK Gambling Commission shows that online gambling is at its highest ever rate in the country. Researchers have interviewed 4,018 people over 16 across the UK on four
- [Stop Sexually Grooming Children and Quit Gaslighting Parents](https://children.worldea.org/stop-sexually-grooming-children-and-quit-gaslighting-parents/) - Evidence continues to pour in that insidious, widespread sexualization of children is taking place. As a journalist who has tracked some of this over the years, I have heard from parents whose political and religious views span the spectrum. Many contact me and are enraged, fuming over what they see happening to their kids. Such
- [Evangelical Alliance and Scripture Union Together for Families in Finland](https://children.worldea.org/evangelical-alliance-and-scripture-union-together-for-families-in-finland/) - Terry Williams is working for Scripture Union Australia but travels globally to inspire children’s workers to think not only children, but families. This year in March he was able to travel to Europe. Evangelical Alliance in Finland co-operated with the Scripture Union, enabling several children’s workers to be inspired by Terry’s teaching and sharing. Under
- [10 Travel Tips For Days Out With Children With Additional Needs](https://children.worldea.org/10-travel-tips-for-days-out-with-children-with-additional-needs/) - Longer, sunnier days are coming! The opportunity to go out for the day, perhaps to the beach or the countryside, maybe to a park or to a children’s farm, lots of places that we can take our children and young people with additional needs out to for them to enjoy. But for many of us
- [Teen Choirs Stage a Musical on the Book of Daniel Across Switzerland](https://children.worldea.org/teen-choirs-stage-a-musical-on-the-book-of-daniel-across-switzerland/) - About 1000 youths participate in camps to prepare the musical before their performances. “The focus is not only on the music. We also reflect on questions about life and faith”, organizers say. The Swiss Adonia Teens Choirs are now on tour, presenting their latest musical about the biblical story of Daniel. After 2 years on
- [Youth For Christ Ministry Director Shares How Churches Should Reach Out to Youth](https://children.worldea.org/youth-for-christ-ministry-director-shares-how-churches-should-reach-out-to-youth/) - A Youth for Christ ministry director based in Oregon has stated that she believes churches need to do a better job of building bridges to meet young people where they are. Jessica Olsen, who serves as a middle school site director with Lane County Youth For Christ and primarily works with students aged 11 to
- [Spanish Supreme Court: “Surrogacy Harms Minors and Exploits Women”](https://children.worldea.org/spanish-supreme-court-surrogacy-harms-minors-and-exploits-women/) - In a sentence, the highest court in Spain clearly opposes surrogacy because “it violates fundamental rights recognised in the Constitution and international agreements on human rights”. The first chamber of the Spanish Supreme Court has confirmed its ruling against the practice of surrogacy in Spain. It stated that “surrogacy contracts violate the fundamental rights of both the surrogate woman and the
- [Confusion Over Government Conversion Therapy Plans](https://children.worldea.org/confusion-over-government-conversion-therapy-plans/) - After leaks and U-turns, what is happening with government plans to address conversion therapy? It has emerged that the government was planning on dropping all plans to introduce new legislation to ban conversion therapy, before a leak of the plan sparked a backlash which caused them to drop those plans. It is now unclear how
- [Christian Platforms in Western Europe Connect Ukrainian Refugees with Potential Hosts](https://children.worldea.org/christian-platforms-in-western-europe-connect-ukrainian-refugees-with-potential-hosts/) - Thousands have already been hosted by families in countries like Switzerland, Germany, Spain and the UK. Websites connect refugees and potential hosts. Website platforms and apps have been set up by Christians across Europe to host refugees escaping the war in Ukraine. Switzerland, a small country with a long tradition of welcoming refugees, has seen over
- [25 Things That Parents Owe to Their Children](https://children.worldea.org/25-things-that-parents-owe-to-their-children/) - When I lived in Atlanta I often drove by the Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital. In front is a sign that is thought-provoking."100 years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove … but the world may be different
- [Peruvian Evangelical Congresswoman Wins Initiative Against Child Abuse](https://children.worldea.org/peruvian-evangelical-congresswoman-wins-initiative-against-child-abuse/) - The Congress approved the declaration of 19 November as National Day for the fight against child abuse. In Peru 80% of those cases take place in the household. Twenty thousand five hundred cases of children and teenagers victims of sexual abuse and lewd acts were reported in Peru during 2019. The lack of awareness and prevention actions for
- [Christian Parents' 'Scrambled Philosophy of Life' Turns Children Away from Christianity: Barna](https://children.worldea.org/christian-parents-scrambled-philosophy-of-life-turns-children-away-from-christianity-barna/) - Many self-identified Christian parents hold views that contradict the teachings of their faith, raising concerns about their ability to provide their children with an upbringing grounded in authentic biblical teachings, according to a new survey. The Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University released the third installment of its American Worldview Inventory on Tuesday, which provides “a
- [Child Marriage and the Race to Stop 'I Do'](https://children.worldea.org/child-marriage-and-the-race-to-stop-i-do/) - Up to 10 million more girls will be at risk of child marriage over the next decade because of the COVID-19 pandemic. To raise awareness, four teenage girls from different countries dressed in bridal finery in a staged wedding to boldly proclaim the dangers of child marriage. Learn why and how to prevent girls like
- [Hungary and Romania: Churches Fully Engaged in Welcoming Refugees](https://children.worldea.org/hungary-and-romania-churches-fully-engaged-in-welcoming-refugees/) - “Church members and friends have opened their houses, we cook for them, take care of the medicines, organise their trips”, says a Christian worker in Hungary. In Romania, “churches work together to be more efficient”. A huge wave of solidarity is seen in countries bordering with Ukraine, as around 3 million people have left their home
- [New World Health Organization Guidance Calls for Abortion to Be Fully Decriminalized](https://children.worldea.org/new-world-health-organization-guidance-calls-for-abortion-to-be-fully-decriminalized/) - The World Health Organization has released a 200-page document calling for the full decriminalization of abortion worldwide, which it describes as “lifesaving care.” The WHO published an updated “Abortion care guideline” Wednesday, replacing guidance from 2012. In a statement, Craig Lissner, WHO’s acting director for sexual and reproductive health and research, asserted that “[b]eing able to obtain safe
- [The Toll of War on Ukraine’s Disabled Children](https://children.worldea.org/the-toll-of-war-on-ukraines-disabled-children/) - Ukraine burns as the world watches on in horror. Many Ukrainians are escaping to neighbouring countries or relatively ‘safe’ parts of western Ukraine, but many millions are trapped in the living hell of cities being constantly shelled and bombed by the Russian military. As always, those who suffer most in conflict zones, whether through the
- [Christian Series 'The Wingfeather Saga' Releases New Trailer](https://children.worldea.org/christian-series-the-wingfeather-saga-releases-new-trailer/) - The bestselling children’s book series "The Wingfeather Saga" has released a new trailer for the first season after becoming the No. 1 crowdfunded animated children's series in the world. "The Wingfeather Saga" is based on the bestselling novels by Andrew Peterson. Watch the first look video of the animated series: To create the series, "VeggieTales" and DreamWorks
- [Ukrainian Refugees Are Exposed to “Heightened Risks of Exploitation and Abuse”](https://children.worldea.org/ukrainian-refugees-are-exposed-to-heightened-risks-of-exploitation-and-abuse/) - Two million people have already fled Ukraine. Many are unaccompanied children who will suffer “a detrimental psychological impact”, Christian NGOs warn. Early this Tuesday, Russia has announced a new ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors to allow Ukrainian civilians to travel safely from Kyiv, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv and Mariupol in the direction of their choice. According to several
- [Parents Lack of Biblical Worldview Puts Children at 'Spiritual Disadvantage': Barna Warns](https://children.worldea.org/parents-lack-of-biblical-worldview-puts-children-at-spiritual-disadvantage-barna-warns/) - 6 out of 10 US parents don't view the Bible as a 'reliable and accurate source of God’s truth' A prominent Evangelical researcher has warned that the lack of a biblical worldview among parents of preteens puts youth at a “spiritual disadvantage.” The George Barna-led Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University released the first report of
- [Colombia Legalises Abortion Up to Six Months of Pregnancy](https://children.worldea.org/colombia-legalises-abortion-up-to-six-months-of-pregnancy/) - The ruling of the Constitutional Court came during an extraordinary session marked by a pro-life rally under the motto “the silence of the innocents”. The Constitutional Court of Colombia has approved the decriminalisation of abortion up to six months, or 24 weeks, of pregnancy, with five votes in favour and four against. The extraordinary session of the high court
- [Early Orphanhood, the Other Impact of the Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/early-orphanhood-the-other-impact-of-the-pandemic/) - Some pediatric researchers estimate that 5 million minors have lost a parent or caregiver due to Covid-19. “The impact on a psychological level is very strong”, explains a Christian psychologist. The coronavirus pandemic has caused more than 5.8 million deaths worldwide, according to the digital data platform Our world in data. But deaths are followed by a
- [African American Author Recalls Seeing Her Aborted Baby in a Divine Dream: 'His Name Is Tyler'](https://children.worldea.org/african-american-author-recalls-seeing-her-aborted-baby-in-a-divine-dream-his-name-is-tyler/) - An African American author who recounted her own decision to get an abortion as a teenager at last month’s March for Life has shared how her faith in Christ helped her heal from post-abortive trauma, recounting a dream where God revealed her aborted son. Toni McFadden is one of many who spoke at the 2022 March for
- [I’m a 12-Year-Old Former Public School Student. Here’s Why I Hate Critical Race Theory.](https://children.worldea.org/im-a-12-year-old-former-public-school-student-heres-why-i-hate-critical-race-theory/) - My life will forever be impacted by a black boy and two white boys. These boys are the reason why I have grown to hate critical race theory (CRT), which has become a hot topic in my school district.Last semester, as a sixth-grader at a public school, my history teacher told me, along with other
- [Christian Kids and the Great Commission](https://children.worldea.org/christian-kids-and-the-great-commission/) - The enemies of Christianity are working overtime to try and stop the Gospel from going forward. If nothing is done to get Christian kids involved in the mandate of the Great Commission, there shall come a time when missionaries will go extinct. Most Christians who are involved in missions today are elderly people. Young missionaries
- [Local Churches and Organisations Are Ideally Placed to Ensure That Children Who Have Lost a Caregiver to COVID-19 Receive the Support They Need](https://children.worldea.org/local-churches-and-organisations-are-ideally-placed-to-ensure-that-children-who-have-lost-a-caregiver-to-covid-19-receive-the-support-they-need/) - Thirteen-year-old Reena lives in Ranchi, India, with her loving mother and two younger siblings. She goes to a private school and hopes to pursue a career as a teacher when she is older. Tragically, this future now seems less attainable for Reena. In 2021, her father, Jeevan, passed away after contracting COVID-19. He died only
- [Jesus Loves Little Children and Little Churches](https://children.worldea.org/jesus-loves-little-children-and-little-churches/) - Some pediatric researchers estimate that 5 million minors have lost a parent or caregiver due to Covid-19. “The impact on a psychological level is very strong”, explains a Christian psychologist. While the world is quick to celebrate the strong and mighty, the large and powerful – the Lord has a special place in His heart
- [Texas Attorney General Calls Trans Surgeries, Puberty Blockers 'Child Abuse' in Formal Opinion](https://children.worldea.org/texas-attorney-general-calls-trans-surgeries-puberty-blockers-child-abuse-in-formal-opinion/) - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has released a formal opinion concluding that performing certain gender reassignment procedures on children constitutes child abuse under state law. In Opinion No. KP-0401, released last Friday, Paxton said that certain sex-change procedures and treatments “can legally constitute child abuse under several provisions of chapter 261 of the Texas Family Code.”
- ['How High Is Heaven?': ABC News Correspondent Helps Families Talk Afterlife with New Kids' Book](https://children.worldea.org/how-high-is-heaven-abc-news-correspondent-helps-families-talk-afterlife-with-new-kids-book/) - Emmy Award-winning ABC News correspondent Linsey Davis has authored a new book to help families discuss Heaven with their children. How High Is Heaven?is the latest installment of Davis’ children’s books. The ABC News Live Prime and World News Tonight anchor thinks it’s essential to share messages of faith and hope through her writing. Published
- [UK Government Forces Porn Sites to Use Age Verification Systems](https://children.worldea.org/uk-government-forces-porn-sites-to-use-age-verification-systems/) - Pornography websites could be fined up to 10% of their annual turnover or be blocked. Christian associations welcome “a significant, but long overdue step in the right direction”. The United Kingdom government has announced that they will “significantly strengthened the Online Safety Bill with a new legal duty, requiring all pornography sites to put robust checks in place to
- [New Book: ‘How To Include Autistic Children And Young People in Church’](https://children.worldea.org/new-book-how-to-include-autistic-children-and-young-people-in-church/) - A book to help children’s, youth, and families’ workers, as well as families themselves, to understand more about Autism, how to identify and remove the barriers that Autistic children and young people can often experience in church, and how together we can create inclusion, belonging, and spiritual development for all. The journey of writing this
- [“Many Have an Interest in God, but Do Not Know Exactly Who This God Is”](https://children.worldea.org/many-have-an-interest-in-god-but-do-not-know-exactly-who-this-god-is/) - The Prayer Spaces in Schools have offered thousands of young students a creative way of reflection and prayer. Jana Nimmo, in Germany, explains how children and teenagers use the chance to express their hopes and worries. Jana Nimmo leads the Prayer Spaces in Schools in Germany, an initiative that has grown since it first started in
- [Christian Leaders Stand Ready to Help after Tragic Child Deaths](https://children.worldea.org/christian-leaders-stand-ready-to-help-after-tragic-child-deaths/) - Christian leaders stand ready to work with the government to stop more children being harmed following the tragic deaths of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson. Six-year-old schoolboy Arthur died after being subjected to months of abuse by his father and stepmother who have both been jailed. A local review into Star's death will feed into
- [Helping Children Cope with Anxiety During the Holidays](https://children.worldea.org/helping-children-cope-with-anxiety-during-the-holidays/) - The COVID-19 pandemic upended our lives and forever changed how we function. Things we never debated in the past — everything from hybrid work environments to masking politics — have become everyday conversations. And now in our second holiday season during a pandemic and growing mental health crisis, many of us have normalized our fears
- [Half of Young People in England and Wales Say They Have No Religion](https://children.worldea.org/half-of-young-people-in-england-and-wales-say-they-have-no-religion/) - Official statistics show that 51% of the general population adheres to Christianity, more women than men. London is the most religiously diverse region in the UK. The number of people who define themselves as Christians in England and Wales has fallen to 51%, a 8% decrease since the 2011 census. New data published by the
- [Family Is the Gift Every Child Deserves This Christmas, and You Can Help Give It to Them](https://children.worldea.org/family-is-the-gift-every-child-deserves-this-christmas-and-you-can-help-give-it-to-them/) - Every year, millions of orphaned and vulnerable children all over the world receive Christmas presents from generous strangers. We imagine their faces lighting up as they realize that someone whom they have never met cared enough to send a gift. The presents given are generous — balls, art supplies, stuffed animals, activity books, toiletries. But
- [A Committed Christian, First Woman to Become President of Hungary](https://children.worldea.org/a-committed-christian-first-woman-to-become-president-of-hungary/) - Katalin Novák has been the Family Minister of Viktor Orbán’s government. She says her faith is central to her understanding of a “family friendly Hungary”. Katalin Novák, the 44-year-old Family Minister of Hungary, and a mother of three, has been announced as the Fidesz party’s candidate to become the President of the country. Novák will most probably become
- [Swiss Evangelicals Launch a Campaign to Fight Children Poverty](https://children.worldea.org/swiss-evangelicals-launch-a-campaign-to-fight-children-poverty/) - The Swiss Evangelical Alliance invites churches “to dedicate a Sunday service to reflect on children in need", under the theme ‘To leave no child behind’. The Swiss Evangelical Alliance (SEA), along with Christian associations Morija and Compassion, the Braille Evangelical Mission and the Service of mission and mutual aid, has announced this year StopPauvreté (StopPoverty) campaign, which is focused
- [Most Millennials, Gen Z Adults Support Bans on Abortions When Baby's Heartbeat Is Detected: Poll](https://children.worldea.org/most-millennials-gen-z-adults-support-bans-on-abortions-when-babys-heartbeat-is-detected-poll/) - A new poll released ahead of the annual March for Life reveals that most young Americans support efforts to ban abortions after a baby's heartbeat can be detected. The poll, conducted on behalf of the pro-life organization Students for Life of America from Jan. 5–11, asked 834 young adults between the ages of 18 and 34
- [Abortion: ‘All Men Are Created Equal’ in Value](https://children.worldea.org/abortion-all-men-are-created-equal-in-value/) - This Saturday will be the 48th anniversary of the infamous Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision, which has so bitterly divided our country over the intervening five decades. In one draconian decision, the Supreme Court overturned most of the abortion laws in the great preponderance of the individual states and opened the door for the avalanche of
- [New President of the EU Parliament Under Pressure for Her Pro-Life Views](https://children.worldea.org/new-president-of-the-eu-parliament-under-pressure-for-her-pro-life-views/) - Despite her past stand against abortion, Roberta Metsola told reporters after being elected that her position on abortion will be “that of the European Parliament”. European People's Party Group (EPP) member, Roberta Metsola, from Malta, has been elected as President of the European Parliament, with 458 votes in the first round. She earned more votes than the
- [“It Is Tragic That Students Who Leave the Educational System Now, Never Return”](https://children.worldea.org/it-is-tragic-that-students-who-leave-the-educational-system-now-never-return/) - Alianza Solidaria seeks to launch a digital classroom project to stop school dropouts among children from Latin American vulnerable families. One of the areas in which it is most evident that the pandemic has not affected all continents in the same way is in the education. Last March, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) warned that
- [WEA Launches Children’s Network to Equip Parents and Church to Love, Protect, Guide & Empower All Children](https://children.worldea.org/wea-launches-childrens-network-to-equip-parents-and-church-to-love-protect-guide-empower-all-children/) - When some 800 evangelicals from eleven countries came together in London in 1846 to form the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), the well-being of children was one of the key concerns they sought to address. At that time, they lamented the widespread child labor in society and its tragic impact especially on poor families. Today, the
- [Youth Evangelical Alliance of NCEASL Develops New Toolkit for Christian Youth](https://children.worldea.org/youth-evangelical-alliance-of-nceasl-develops-new-toolkit-for-christian-youth/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the world by storm. The crisis may not be unprecedented from the perspective of history but its impact on modern life has been immense. Experts say the effects of COVID-19 would be long-lasting. Others say the pandemic could permanently alter the world as we know it. Regardless, the post-pandemic world
- [ACSI Releases Findings from Latest COVID-19 Survey of Christian Schools Nationwide](https://children.worldea.org/acsi-releases-findings-from-latest-covid-19-survey-of-christian-schools-nationwide/) - Written by Caitlyn Berman (Caitlyn_Berman@acsi.org) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Dec. 10, 2020 – The Association of Christian Schools International is pleased to announce the release of data from its third nationwide survey of Christian schools’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 730 member schools responded to the survey, which was fielded in late November. The
- [“A Child Needs a Father and a Mother”, Says Swiss Evangelical Alliance](https://children.worldea.org/a-child-needs-a-father-and-a-mother-says-swiss-evangelical-alliance/) - The Swiss parliament approved the “marriage for all” law in December, allowing LGBT people to adopt and use reproductive technology. Now two initiatives seek to collect 50’000 signatures to ask the population in a referendum. The Swiss Evangelical Alliance is asking for a referendum to make sure the population supports the “Marriage for all” law
- [ACSI and Ron Blue Institute Partner to Offer Biblical Personal Finance Course to Christian School Students](https://children.worldea.org/acsi-and-ron-blue-institute-partner-to-offer-biblical-personal-finance-course-to-christian-school-students/) - ACSI and Ron Blue Institute are pleased to announce a new partnership designed to equip junior and senior high school students with a biblical foundation for financial management, enabling them to be wise stewards of their God-given resources. The Biblical Personal Finance Curriculum is a six-week offering consisting of six modules that will train students
- [Finding Family in Ukraine](https://children.worldea.org/finding-family-in-ukraine/) - Neglect, family separation, institutional living, failed reunification, foster care. Victor, Lev and Christina have walked a difficult road over the course of their young lives. The Ukrainian siblings were placed in an orphanage in 2019 as a result of their mother failing to provide safety and care. It was difficult for the siblings to adjust
- [Family Unity: A Christian Alternative to Orphanages](https://children.worldea.org/family-unity-a-christian-alternative-to-orphanages/) - Earlier this week I read Elli Oswald’s insightful piece on the prevalence of sexual abuse in orphanages. Her writing was spurred by the horrific news that an American missionary had been convicted of sexually abusing children at an orphanage in Kenya. As Ms. Oswald wrote, it’s a disturbing truth that even Christian institutions that we would
- [World Vision Reaches 59 Million with Aid as Charity’s COVID-19 Response Was Its Largest Ever](https://children.worldea.org/world-vision-reaches-59-million-with-aid-as-charitys-covid-19-response-was-its-largest-ever/) - As more than a year has passed since the coronavirus pandemic was declared, leading evangelical aid organization World Vision partnered with tens of thousands of faith leaders and communities worldwide to reach 59 million people through relief and virus prevention efforts. Not long after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11,
- [EAUK Speaks Up on the Challenges Around Conversion Therapy](https://children.worldea.org/eauk-speaks-up-on-the-challenges-around-conversion-therapy/) - Why is the Evangelical Alliance opposing proposals to end conversion therapy?The Government’s 2018 LGBT Action Plan set out its intention to end conversion therapy in the UK. Proposals on how the Government will do this are now imminent. In the four-year action plan, and in recent parliamentary statements, the Government has sought to reassure churches
- [Uganda Without Orphans](https://children.worldea.org/uganda-without-orphans/) - As the COVID pandemic continues, it has become overwhelmingly clear that the mental health of both adults and children has been deeply affected because of income loss, school closures, government lockdowns and isolation. The team at Uganda Without Orphans learned of a vulnerable family in their community whose father was struggling with serious mental health issues. Thankfully
- [Vulnerable Children Need Even More Support After Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/vulnerable-children-need-even-more-support-after-pandemic/) - Compassion UK is appealing for more support for children and families living with hunger and malnutrition in the world's poorest communities. The call coincides with World Hunger Day on Friday and follows a recent report from the UN World Food Programme estimating that 270 million people are at risk of starvation across 20 hotspot countries,
- [In Haiti, “For Most Children, School Means Food”](https://children.worldea.org/in-haiti-for-most-children-school-means-food/) - The pandemic was the latest in a long list of crises for Haitians, who are particularly worried about hunger and insecurity. According to the latest update of report on the Caribbean country of the Foreign Affairs Ministry os Spain, dated March 2021, nearly 75% of the population lives below the poverty line and 54% suffer from extreme poverty. Moreover,
- [Rallying around a Global Church Pledge to See Children Thrive in Families](https://children.worldea.org/rallying-around-a-global-church-pledge-to-see-children-thrive-in-families/) - Around the world, COVID-19 has pushed more families into crisis, leaving children vulnerable to separation from their family. At the same time, pressure on national governments to reform the way they care for vulnerable children—from institutions to care within a family—is at an all-time high. Since the days of the early church, Christians have prioritized
- [EEA Statement on Violence against Women and Girls](https://children.worldea.org/eea-statement-on-violence-against-women-and-girls/) - In May 2021, Europe marked the 10th anniversary of the signing of the so-called Istanbul Convention, the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combatting violence against women and domestic violence. The vast majority of people will support the Istanbul Convention’s desire for a “Europe free from violence against women and domestic violence.” Nevertheless, this
- [The Body of Christ in Zambia](https://children.worldea.org/the-body-of-christ-in-zambia/) - Reverend Mark of the Free Methodist Church in Zambia has been ministering to youth in the impoverished community of Msisi over the course of the pandemic. The town of Msisi is characterized by high levels of robbery, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse of women and children, prostitution, poverty, unemployment, and poor sanitation. To say
- [‘Marriage for All’ Referendum Is About the Rights of Children, Say Swiss Christians](https://children.worldea.org/marriage-for-all-referendum-is-about-the-rights-of-children-say-swiss-christians/) - The Swiss Evangelical Alliance opposes sperm donation for lesbian couples: “Children have a right to a father and a mother”. Surveys say a majority would vote ‘yes’ on 26 September. Switzerland holds several referendums every year in which the population of the Central European country is given a right to decide on all kind of issues.
- [Thousands Joined March For Life in Germany and Switzerland](https://children.worldea.org/thousands-joined-march-for-life-in-germany-and-switzerland/) - “Abortion should never be a human right”, one speaker said. Counter-protests organised by far-left groups tried to disrupt the march in both countries. Around 4,500 people joined the March For Life in Berlin on 18 September, the organisers said. In this 17th edition, demonstrators gathered in front of the Brandenburg Door, in the centre of Germany’s capital
- [Migrants, Refugees, and Us – A Call to Action](https://children.worldea.org/migrants-refugees-and-us-a-call-to-action/) - Refugees make headlines regularly. Yet this news tends to vanish quickly. However, the human tragedy is ongoing. It is not and will not vanish in the near future. This is one of the reasons the EU is debating a new Migration Pact. But refugees are not just impacting the EU. They are a European task.
- [Finding Family in Paraguay](https://children.worldea.org/finding-family-in-paraguay/) - Little *Sofia was born in Paraguay almost a year ago and in her short life has already known three mothers: Her birth mother, who has struggled with addiction and yet still loves little Sofia.Her foster mom, who opened her arms to provide a temporary home when Sofia was in need and then lovingly said goodbye
- [Spanish Evangelical Alliance on Surrogacy: “It Exploits and Commodifies Women”](https://children.worldea.org/spanish-evangelical-alliance-on-surrogacy-it-exploits-and-commodifies-women/) - “Surrogacy should not be authorised or legalised”, says the evangelical entity, which denounces that “it attacks women and children human rights”. The Bioethics Working Group of the Spanish Evangelical Alliance (AEE) has published a document analysing the issue of surrogacy. The text, the first in the Spanish evangelical sphere to address this specific issue, is structured in different sections
- [Alianza Evangélica Latina Launches New Commission to Respond to Unique Needs and Opportunities of Children](https://children.worldea.org/alianza-evangelica-latina-launches-new-commission-to-respond-to-unique-needs-and-opportunities-of-children/) - At their recent General Assembly, the Alianza Evangélica Latina (Latin Evangelical Alliance, AEL) decided to launch a children’s commission to respond to the unique needs and opportunities of children. World Evangelical Alliance Children’s Network Coordinator Rev Dr Rebecca Goropevsek joined the conversations with representatives of children’s ministries from several Latin American countries introducing the vision
- [A 'Sense of Family' Isn’t a Family: Rethinking Orphanages and Orphan Care](https://children.worldea.org/a-sense-of-family-isnt-a-family-rethinking-orphanages-and-orphan-care/) - In the book of James, it says, “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world” (James 1:27). There is no doubt that many Christians have taken these words to heart. They’ve faithfully
- [Another Christian Girl Allegedly Forced to Convert/Marry in Pakistan](https://children.worldea.org/another-christian-girl-allegedly-forced-to-convert-marry-in-pakistan/) - The family of the 14-year-old girl denounce that a Muslim neighbor kidnapped her and they were married the day she was taken. The abduction and forced conversion of Christian girls in Pakistan continued with impunity as another minor was separated from her parents the first week of the year, sources said. Mahnoor Ashraf, a 14-year-old Pentecostal Christian, went
- [How These Christian Colleges Handled Record Enrollments During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/how-these-christian-colleges-handled-record-enrollments-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - As colleges nationwide struggled with pandemic-related closures in the spring of 2020, Greg Christy, the president at Northwestern College in Iowa, said he didn't know what to expect. He anticipated that fewer students would enroll at his school for in-person classes during the reopening in the fall of 2020. With that prediction in mind, when
- [The Miracle in Albania: Christian School in the Land of the Eagles](https://children.worldea.org/the-miracle-in-albania-christian-school-in-the-land-of-the-eagles/) - Albania might become a success story of Christian mission using schools as a tool to build a church strong enough to support itself and work for the kingdom of God. 1. Albania – the land of the eagles The small European country of Albania at the shore of the Mediterranean see has an impressive history.
- [When Home Isn't a Safe Place for Children](https://children.worldea.org/when-home-isnt-a-safe-place-for-children/) - Violence against children in the home tragically rose after the start of the pandemic, with kids often locked down in their home with the family. The lockdowns were designed to protect them from Covid. But for vulnerable children, it meant they were locked up with their abusers. Ian Soars, of Spurgeon's Children's Charity, speaks to
- [4.7 Million Fewer Girls to Be Born by 2030 Due to Selective Abortion](https://children.worldea.org/4-7-million-fewer-girls-to-be-born-by-2030-due-to-selective-abortion/) - A research states that shortfall in the number of girls being born will lead to a surplus of young men in around a third of the global population, “with the full social and economic impacts”. According to a research recently published in the BMJ Global Health journal, around 4.7 million girls could be missing worldwide
- [Study Finds Kids Ages 9-12 Sharing Nudes More Than Doubled in 2020, Researchers Concerned](https://children.worldea.org/study-finds-kids-ages-9-12-sharing-nudes-more-than-doubled-in-2020-researchers-concerned/) - The share of minors ages 9-12 who are sharing self-generated nude images online more than doubled in 2020, and advocates involved in combatting online child sex abuse are worried about the trend, a new study shows. The report, titled "Self-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material: Youth Attitudes and Experiences in 2020," was released last month by Thorn, an
- [Religious Groups Warn Build Back Better Act Threatens Faith-Based Child Care, Education](https://children.worldea.org/religious-groups-warn-build-back-better-act-threatens-faith-based-child-care-education/) - A coalition of Christian, Jewish and Muslim organizations is expressing concern about the impact President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better bill may have on faith-based child care and education services. Nearly two dozen faith leaders and religious groups signed onto a letter sent to leaders in both houses of the U.S. Congress Wednesday, outlining their concerns with
- [The Great Invitation: An Intersection of Adoption and Mission](https://children.worldea.org/the-great-invitation-an-intersection-of-adoption-and-mission/) - You are invited!” Our hearts flutter when we see those words, don’t they? The power of personal invitation has the ability to not just make us smile, but to transform our place in the world. In no other place is this as evident as it is in the Bible, where we see the equivalent invitation
- [Reaching the 99 in Our Local Schools](https://children.worldea.org/reaching-the-99-in-our-local-schools/) - Pete Baker shares the vision for the National Day of Prayer for Schools on 28 September and how we could reach the 99 per cent of children in schools PETE BAKER | TUESDAY 07 SEPTEMBER 2021JOIN US One of my dreams is that, one day, every school in the UK would have a local church that is
- [300 Young People Gathered in Madrid for the “Pro-Life Day”](https://children.worldea.org/300-young-people-gathered-in-madrid-for-the-pro-life-day/) - The event, organised by an evangelical association, offered training on pro-life issues and finished with a flashmob in the center of Madrid. The second edition of the “Pro-life Day” was recently held in Madrid, an activity organised by the Spanish NGO Aesvida, to propel the training of young people with a pro-life approach to issues such as abortion. Around 300 young people
- [How to Reach the Secular Youth in Europe?](https://children.worldea.org/how-to-reach-the-secular-youth-in-europe/) - “You don’t have to take the Bible so literally. It’s just like poetry from which you can learn life lessons”, said the Dutch Crown Princess Amalia as she turned 18. One of the many challenges faced by evangelical churches in these pandemic times is what to do with the growing gap between the Generation Z
- [Young People More Likely to Attend a Place of Worship over Christmas - Poll](https://children.worldea.org/young-people-more-likely-to-attend-a-place-of-worship-over-christmas-poll/) - Young people are twice as likely as those over the age of 55 to go to a place of worship this Christmas, new research has found. The survey carried out by Savanta ComRes for Samaritan's Purse found that a third of 18- to 34-year-olds plan to visit a place of worship over the Christmas period
- [Roe v. Wade: Unscientific and Outdated](https://children.worldea.org/roe-v-wade-unscientific-and-outdated/) - Mississippi’s 15-week limit on elective abortions — science-based, bipartisan, and reflecting the consensus of the governed — is forcing abortion proponents to face an inconvenient set of facts. For decades, those who championed unrestricted abortion until birth advanced two arguments to supersede all others. First, an unusually stringent loyalty to legal precedent that is questioned
- [More Adults Say They’re Not Planning to Have Children Amid Declining Birth Rates, Poll Finds](https://children.worldea.org/more-adults-say-theyre-not-planning-to-have-children-amid-declining-birth-rates-poll-finds/) - A growing number of U.S. adults who do not already have children say they are unlikely ever to have them as birth rates continue to decline across the country, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The Pew analysis is based on a sample of 3,866 U.S. adults ages 18 to 49 collected as a part
- [To Inspire the Next Generation, We Need to Do More Than Just Teach Them How to Survive](https://children.worldea.org/to-inspire-the-next-generation-we-need-to-do-more-than-just-teach-them-how-to-survive/) - At Operation Mobilisation (OM) the call to live out the love of Jesus personifies our DNA. Our founder George Verwer literally wrote a book on it! The command to love God with all your heart and love your neighbour as yourself is at the centre of Jesus' teaching. It's a love that is seen most clearly at
- [Christian Students in Egypt Beaten at School, Ordered by Teachers to Remove All Jewelry Bearing a Cross](https://children.worldea.org/christian-students-in-egypt-beaten-at-school-ordered-by-teachers-to-remove-all-jewelry-bearing-a-cross/) - Coptic students at an elementary and middle school in Egypt’s Minya Governorate were beaten up by teachers and fellow students after the headmaster ordered all Christian students to remove any jewelry bearing a cross. Believers in the Coptic community in Egypt often tattoo a cross on their wrist or wear necklaces or bracelets with a
- [Age of First Access to Pornography Falls to 8, Study Finds](https://children.worldea.org/age-of-first-access-to-pornography-falls-to-8-study-finds/) - Research in Spain fuels the political debate about limiting the power of the porn industry. Christian activists have long been alerting about the damaging effects on children and youth. The youngest Member of Parliament in Spain is leading an initiative to force porn websites operating in the country to install credible age verification systems. The
- [Children Are Among 10 Christians Killed in Overnight Raid](https://children.worldea.org/children-are-among-10-christians-killed-in-overnight-raid/) - An overnight raid on a village in Nigeria's Plateau state has left 10 Christians dead, including several children. The attack on Ta'agbe village, in Miango District, was carried out in the early hours of Friday morning by radicalised Fulani herdsmen, reports International Christian Concern. Witnesses said the attackers were carrying sophisticated weapons and shouting "Allahu Akbar",
- [Majority of Millennials Report Frequently Feeling Depressed, Anxious or Fearful, Study Shows](https://children.worldea.org/majority-of-millennials-report-frequently-feeling-depressed-anxious-or-fearful-study-shows/) - A majority of millennial-aged Americans report being anxious, depressed or fearful as they struggle to develop lasting relationships, according to a national study conducted by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University. In a statement last week, the CRC shared results from its October report “Millenials in America,” which featured data from a survey of over
- [“Protecting Children Is a Duty That Must Involve All of Us Without Distinction”](https://children.worldea.org/protecting-children-is-a-duty-that-must-involve-all-of-us-without-distinction/) - We talk to Salvador Martí, a Christian police officer and creator of a safeguarding workshop for children. Salvador Martí is one of those people who does not draw attention to himself, nor does he pretend to, but who suddenly hits the media for a significant initiative. He is a local policeman in Logroño, a city in the
- [“Only 2% of Churches Have a Clear Strategy for Children’s Ministry”](https://children.worldea.org/only-2-of-churches-have-a-clear-strategy-for-childrens-ministry/) - A multi-national Children’s Ministry Report warns that “there needs to be clearer communication and a stronger sense of purpose amongst all who are involved in children’s faith formation”. An international team of academic researchers and ministry practitioners from Brazil, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States have recently launched the Multi-national Children’s Ministry Report,
- [Steven Curtis Chapman on Using Music to 'Build Bridges,' Parenting Well in a Post-Christian Society (Exclusive)](https://children.worldea.org/steven-curtis-chapman-on-using-music-to-build-bridges-parenting-well-in-a-post-christian-society-exclusive/) - For Grammy Award-winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman, the motive behind his music has been the same throughout his decadeslong career: It’s always been a means to a greater end. “I've always loved all kinds of music, but Christian music, music about faith, gave me, even as a young man, something bigger that pointed me to
- [Churches Overlooked Youth Ministry as Family Engagement Decreased During Pandemic, Study Finds](https://children.worldea.org/churches-overlooked-youth-ministry-as-family-engagement-decreased-during-pandemic-study-finds/) - A new study suggests that amid the pandemic, the level of engagement in children’s ministry in churches across the United Kingdom, the United States, Brazil and Canada dramatically decreased. The new report released late last month titled “Do we need a new plan for children’s ministry?” was researched and written by a team of academic researchers and
- [Is Gen Z the “Greatest Generation?” This New Book Gives Surprising Insight on the Next Generation of World Leaders.](https://children.worldea.org/is-gen-z-the-greatest-generation-this-new-book-gives-surprising-insight-on-the-next-generation-of-world-leaders/) - From the halls of middle schools to boardrooms of the most innovative companies in the world, Generation Z is coming of age at one of the most unique times in human history. Gen Z, consisting of those born from 1995-2012, has officially become the largest generation in the world today. They are some of the
- [Counted Worthy: A Father's Perspective on the Theology of Suffering](https://children.worldea.org/counted-worthy-a-fathers-perspective-on-the-theology-of-suffering/) - A.W. Tozer once said, "It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until he has hurt him deeply." As a pastor, Dr. Connor Bales has tackled tough questions about suffering for years- -How should Christ-followers respond to suffering?-What if our calling is to suffer?-How do we respond when our loved ones suffer? But,
- [Over 2,500 People March for Life in Vienna](https://children.worldea.org/over-2500-people-march-for-life-in-vienna/) - The peaceful demonstration was often disrupted by aggressive counter-protests. Christians also denounced that “the distorted portrayal of the event by some media was sobering”. Over 2,500 people recently took the streets of Vienna during the “March for Life” demonstration for the protection of unborn children and against the threatened legalisation of euthanasia in Austria. Before the actual
- [Millennials Are Positive about Jesus but Do Not Believe in Moral Absolutes - Study](https://children.worldea.org/millennials-are-positive-about-jesus-but-do-not-believe-in-moral-absolutes-study/) - Millennials in America are "leading the charge" against the traditional Christian belief in "absolute moral truths", according to new research. The 'Millennials in America' report by researcher George Barna is based on a survey of the attitudes and beliefs of young adults in their 20s and 30s. It found that six out of 10 respondents
- [Early Education Webinars](https://children.worldea.org/early-education-webinars/) - Upcoming Webinars Building a Team Equipped with Practical Resilience with Tammy Kennington Date: Wed., Nov. 17, 2021, at 12 p.m. (PT), 1 p.m. (MT), 2 p.m. (CT), 3 p.m. (ET) Cost: Free Staff and students have returned to schools having experienced high levels of on-going stress. Chronic, unmanaged stress creates
- [The Toll of the Pandemic on Our Nation's Children and Young People Has Been Huge](https://children.worldea.org/the-toll-of-the-pandemic-on-our-nations-children-and-young-people-has-been-huge/) - After the easing of the first lockdown in 2020 – when one was finally allowed to meet another person, outside of your household, for a walk – I met up with a clergy friend from a 'pioneering' church, that was newly established in a nearby large town. His church was a very snazzy set-up: well-financed,
- [12 Stumbling Blocks to the Gospel for This Generation](https://children.worldea.org/12-stumbling-blocks-to-the-gospel-for-this-generation/) - I preach in many different places and have been involved in evangelism and overseeing a local church for almost four decades. I found that often it is not the Gospel that turns people off, but it is the people carrying the Gospel that turns them off! I think that church leadership should remove as many
- [New Youth Program Helps Teens Overcome Barriers to Answer God's Call to Ministry](https://children.worldea.org/new-youth-program-helps-teens-overcome-barriers-to-answer-gods-call-to-ministry/) - A new youth program launched by the Georgia Baptist Mission Board is working alongside churches to help teenagers who feel called into ministry overcome societal, emotional and personal barriers to answering God's call in their lives. Founded in early 2021, The Called to Ministry Initiative provides mentorship to teens ages 14 to 18 who feel
- [George Barna Shares 4 Ways Christian Parents Can Combat Media’s Influence in Children’s Lives](https://children.worldea.org/george-barna-shares-4-ways-christian-parents-can-combat-medias-influence-in-childrens-lives/) - A prominent Christian researcher is urging parents to take an active role in combating the influence of the media on their children, which he believes has led Americans to embrace teachings that run contrary to the biblical worldview. The third day of programming for the Family Research Council Action's Pray, Vote, Stand Summit, formerly known as
- [Equipping the Church to Prevent Exploitation:  Online Conference 9 October](https://children.worldea.org/equipping-the-church-to-prevent-exploitation-online-conference-9-october/) - The increasingly online world of the pandemic has made connection possible, but it has also brought risks into our homes. How can we keep our children safe from exploitation? How do we live as people of faith in a world where people are bought and sold? What does it look like to believe and to become Good News in
- [Families 'Rejected' by Churches Unable to Handle Special Needs Children Find Acceptance](https://children.worldea.org/families-rejected-by-churches-unable-to-handle-special-needs-children-find-acceptance/) - The DiToro family in Westbury, New York, is among many that have felt rejected by churches incapable or unwilling to handle the challenges presented by their children with special needs. Edward and Jessica DiToro and their 7-year-old special needs son, Samuel, say they were turned away and rejected from a local church. They claim that
- [Fathers, Bless Your Children and They Will Change the World](https://children.worldea.org/fathers-bless-your-children-and-they-will-change-the-world/) - Mr. Rogers once said, “The real issue in life is not how many blessings we have, but what we do with our blessings. Some people have many blessings and hoard them. Some have few and give everything away.” Today, as a father and a grandfather, I reflect on the importance of blessing my children and grandchildren.
- [Who Will Talk to Kids about the Harms of Pornography?](https://children.worldea.org/who-will-talk-to-kids-about-the-harms-of-pornography/) - Earlier this year, global children’s’ rights advocate UNICEF released a report exploring the impact of online activities on young people around the globe. While some children’s advocates praised the report, others raised concerns about troubling language regarding online pornography. The original report (since revised) claimed that “there is currently no universal agreement on the nature and extent
- [UK: Under-16s Will Have Access to Puberty Blockers Without Parental Consent](https://children.worldea.org/uk-under-16s-will-have-access-to-puberty-blockers-without-parental-consent/) - The Court of Appeal ruled that now doctors will decide if children can be prescribed puberty blockers. Former transgender patient Keira Bell warns about “the significant harm that children are exposed to”. Photo: Emmanuel Olguín, Unsplash CC0. The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that it will be up to doctors to decide if children under
- [Christian Boy Severely Injured in Acid Attack Dies after 46 Days in Hospital](https://children.worldea.org/christian-boy-severely-injured-in-acid-attack-dies-after-46-days-in-hospital/) - A 16-year-old Christian boy from India’s Bihar state, who suffered burns to 65% of his body in an acid attack by suspected Hindu nationalists last month, succumbed to his wounds in the hospital this week. Nitish Kumar died at Apollo Hospital in Patna city on Sunday, the U.S.-based persecution watchdog International Christian Concern reported Friday. “The doctors
- [Churches Key to Advancing ‘Next Great Awakening’ by Fixing Broken Families, Marriage Experts Say](https://children.worldea.org/churches-key-to-advancing-next-great-awakening-by-fixing-broken-families-marriage-experts-say/) - For years, Duval County, Florida, and its biggest city, Jacksonville, were known for having among the highest divorce rates in the state. And then something happened. Various faith-based groups, including the Culture of Freedom Initiative, now called Communio, coordinated efforts with dozens of local churches to try and counter the tide of failed marriages. The
- [Campaign Launched to Save Girls from Abuse and Slavery](https://children.worldea.org/campaign-launched-to-save-girls-from-abuse-and-slavery/) - A campaign has been launched to rescue more girls from slavery and sexual abuse in Pakistan. Operation Mercy, launched by Christian charity One by One, has been inspired by the horrific murder of three-year-old girl Mercy. Her body was found in a brick factory near Faisalabad in Pakistan earlier this year with signs of sexual
- [High Court Rejects Discrimination Legal Challenge by Down's Syndrome Campaigner](https://children.worldea.org/high-court-rejects-discrimination-legal-challenge-by-downs-syndrome-campaigner/) - The High Court has today rejected a legal challenge brought against the government by a woman with Down's syndrome. The landmark case was brought by campaigner Heidi Crowter, who has Down's syndrome, and Máire Lea-Wilson, the mother of a two-year-old with the condition. They are challenging the government over a disability clause in current abortion laws
- [Court of Appeal Says Fostering Agency Cannot Force Carers to Abide by Evangelical Sexual Code of Conduct](https://children.worldea.org/court-of-appeal-says-fostering-agency-cannot-force-carers-to-abide-by-evangelical-sexual-code-of-conduct/) - An evangelical fostering agency is planning to appeal to the Supreme Court to defend its right to place children only with heterosexual Christian married couples. Ofsted downgraded the rating of Cornerstone (North East) Adoption and Fostering Service from "good" to "requires improvement" on the grounds that its sexual conduct policy was unlawful. Paragraph 10 of its code
- [Charter, Private Schools See Growth During Pandemic as 1.4 Million Kids Taken Out of Public Schools: Study](https://children.worldea.org/charter-private-schools-see-growth-during-pandemic-as-1-4-million-kids-taken-out-of-public-schools-study/) - Approximately 1.4 million students were taken out of public schools during the COVID-19 pandemic and transferred to alternative educational systems such as charter and private schools, according to a recent report. The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released a report Wednesday analyzing student enrollment trends in 41 states and the District of Columbia during the 2020-2021
- [The Uniqueness of George Müller](https://children.worldea.org/the-uniqueness-of-george-muller/) - One of the fascinating things about Christianity is how very different the great men and women of God are. George Müller (1805–1898) was not just different, he was unique. Müller was born in the then Kingdom of Prussia (now Germany). He grew up into a young man who was frequently involved in petty crime, often
- [Bringing Light to the Children Hidden by the Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/bringing-light-to-the-children-hidden-by-the-pandemic/) - The end of lockdown is often referred to as 'light at the end of the tunnel'. A light that has often felt tantalisingly close, only to recede once again into the distance. Lockdown has undoubtedly been a time for the dark corners to grow — so much more has gone unseen and unheard. It's been
- [Evangelical Fostering Agency Back in Court Over Sexual Conduct Policy](https://children.worldea.org/evangelical-fostering-agency-back-in-court-over-sexual-conduct-policy/) - The Christian Institute is asking people to pray for an evangelical fostering agency seeking to operate according to its faith-based ethos. Cornerstone, England's only evangelical fostering agency, was challenged by Ofsted over its recruitment policy, which requires carers to be Christian and abide by an evangelical understanding of sexual conduct. Last year, the High Court upheld
- [What We’ve Learnt about Welcoming Young Adults](https://children.worldea.org/what-weve-learnt-about-welcoming-young-adults/) - For London-based Equipping People Church, if churches want to reach and engage young adults, they have to focus on four key areas. Equipping People Church is a thriving church in south London. Pastor Akinola Abiona has seen the church grow, particularly amongst young adults. Here he shares some of EPC’s story and some lessons he
- [Christian Magistrate Sacked after Saying Children Do Best with Mother and Father Dies](https://children.worldea.org/christian-magistrate-sacked-after-saying-children-do-best-with-mother-and-father-dies/) - Richard Page, a Christian family magistrate who was sacked after saying children do best when raised by a mother and father, has died. He was 74. Page was a magistrate for 15 years and non-executive director of an NHS trust. In deliberations on an adoption case with two other magistrates, he said it was best
- [New Kids Book Series Helps Parents Push Back against 'Unhealthy' Mainstream Messaging](https://children.worldea.org/new-kids-book-series-helps-parents-push-back-against-unhealthy-mainstream-messaging/) - A new children’s book series seeks to help conservative parents combat what they believe to be “unhealthy messaging” their kids are being exposed to at school or through popular children’s entertainment outlets. The new publishing company Brave Books this summer began releasing books that seek to empower “this generation’s youth with conservative values so that the next generation will
- [More College-Educated Women Having Babies Out of Wedlock - Study](https://children.worldea.org/more-college-educated-women-having-babies-out-of-wedlock-study/) - Facing diminishing returns from their education and overall economic insecurity, women with college degrees are now six times more likely to give birth to their first child out of wedlock than their counterparts just 25 years ago, a new study from Johns Hopkins University shows. Johns Hopkins University sociologist Andrew Cherlin culled his findings in
- [Christians Call for Action after 'Alarming' Rise in Cases of Children Abusing Other Children](https://children.worldea.org/christians-call-for-action-after-alarming-rise-in-cases-of-children-abusing-other-children/) - Christian campaign group CARE is calling for urgent action after figures obtained by the BBC revealed a dramatic increase in reports of children sexually abusing other children. Cases doubled in the two years to 2019, with between 15,000 and 16,000 reports in 2018 and 2019. This far surpasses the figures for 2017, which stood at nearly 8,000.
- [Norwegian Christians Forced to Rethink Their Role in Society as Biblical Values Become “Unfamiliar and Controversial”](https://children.worldea.org/norwegian-christians-forced-to-rethink-their-role-in-society-as-biblical-values-become-unfamiliar-and-controversial/) - The upcoming election might confirm a move towards progressive policies in areas such as education and abortion. The country’s Christian Democratic Party fights for its survival. Norwegians will vote a new parliament on Monday (13 September) and the only thing that seems clear is that a coalition government will be needed again. The 5.4 million inhabitants of
- [Ten Children Among the Arrested in a Chinese Home Church Raid](https://children.worldea.org/ten-children-among-the-arrested-in-a-chinese-home-church-raid/) - The Early Rain Covenant church was already shuttered 2 years ago. Children under 18 are not allowed at church. Chinese police illegally raided Early Rain Covenant house church in Chengdu, arresting 18 adults and 10 children, including an infant less than 1 year old. Only a blind man and his wife and a 80+-year-old women were
- [Churches Should Avoid 'Purity Conversations' When Warning Kids about Porn, Consultant Advises](https://children.worldea.org/churches-should-avoid-purity-conversations-when-warning-kids-about-porn-consultant-advises/) - An expert who works to equip churches and organizations in the fight against pornography advised church leaders Saturday to avoid preaching about purity when addressing porn addiction among teens in their congregations. Rob Stoddard, a church consultant for the pornography screen accountability company Covenant Eyes, spoke with church leaders on day two of the “Porn, Shame &
- [Movement Combats Decline in Teen Church Attendance by Helping Youth See More Than Just an Institution](https://children.worldea.org/movement-combats-decline-in-teen-church-attendance-by-helping-youth-see-more-than-just-an-institution/) - As Generation Z marks the first truly “post-Christian” generation, with studies showing young people dropping out of Church in droves, a movement has spread to hundreds of churches to foster intergenerational relationships in hopes of keeping young people in the Church. With Bible reading, church attendance and religious affiliation steadily declining for decades, the Church continues to experience what
- [Christian Satellite Television SAT-7 Celebrates 25 Years in the Middle East](https://children.worldea.org/christian-satellite-television-sat-7-celebrates-25-years-in-the-middle-east/) - Founder Terry Ascott shares insights about the evolution of the media project that now reaches millions in countries such as Egypt and Iran. (c) Evangelical Focus, used with permission
- [“Europe Is in Crisis Because We Do Not Know Anymore Where Morality Comes From”](https://children.worldea.org/europe-is-in-crisis-because-we-do-not-know-anymore-where-morality-comes-from/) - In May 2016, Oxford Mathematics Professor John Lennox visited Spain to speak at the national ‘Apologetics Forum’ in Tarragona. There he had a conversation with Evangelical Focus, GBU Spain (IFES) and Fundación RZ. The scientist reflected about the fall of the so-called New Atheism, the definition of ‘faith’, the importance of dialogue and the need of understanding the Bible.
- [Christian Organisations in Europe Blacklisted as “Anti-Gender Religious Extremists” by Pro-Abortion Parliamentarians](https://children.worldea.org/christian-organisations-in-europe-blacklisted-as-anti-gender-religious-extremists-by-pro-abortion-parliamentarians/) - A document published by a pro-abortion coalition of Members of Parliament in Europe has pointed at “religious extremist” organisations that they identify as enemies of the sexual and reproductive rights of women in the continent. The report, titled “Tip of the iceberg” (108 pages) has been produced by the European Parliamentary Forum for Sexual and Reproductive Rights (EPF) to
- [Record Number of Abortions in Switzerland in 2020](https://children.worldea.org/record-number-of-abortions-in-switzerland-in-2020/) - According to figures recently published by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), the number of abortions performed in Switzerland increased in 2020 compared to the previous year. The figures for the cantons of Bern and Glarus are still missing, but in the remaining cantons, there were 10,906 abortions in 2020, a record since the statistics were first published in 2007. After
- [High Court Hears Landmark Down's Syndrome Discrimination Case](https://children.worldea.org/high-court-hears-landmark-downs-syndrome-discrimination-case/) - A landmark legal challenge against the government over discriminatory abortion laws is being heard at the High Court. The case has been brought by Heidi Crowter, a 26-year-old Coventry woman who has Down's syndrome, and Máire Lea-Wilson from Brentford, West London, whose 2-year-old son Aidan has Down's syndrome. In England, Wales and Scotland, there is a
- [For Far Too Many Children, Poverty and Sexual Abuse Go Hand in Hand](https://children.worldea.org/for-far-too-many-children-poverty-and-sexual-abuse-go-hand-in-hand/) - When a 9-year-old girl offered me sex in return for flip flops, I knew life would never be the same. Yes, sadly, you read that right. She made the offer when I innocently bought her some flip flops - and that was the moment my life changed. Dreaming of becoming a lawyer and researching universities,
- [Christian Child Welfare Ministries Urge Churches to Help Children Left Orphaned by Pandemic](https://children.worldea.org/christian-child-welfare-ministries-urge-churches-to-help-children-left-orphaned-by-pandemic/) - The COVID-19 pandemic that led to the deaths of over 4 million people worldwide also caused a spike in the number of children who are now orphaned, a new report has revealed. By April, over a year after countries worldwide were hit by the novel coronavirus pandemic, it's estimated that as many as 1.5 million
- [Covid-19 Parenting Tips: A Guide for Church Leaders](https://children.worldea.org/covid-19-parenting-tips-a-guide-for-church-leaders/) - The Bible has much to say about family life and parenting – it’s very real about the challenges, and as a parent myself, I’m quite encouraged that the heroes of faith often struggled to parent well. In my role with World Without Orphans, I’ve seen that in some churches, in some cultures providing parents with
- [Share of Children Living in 2-Parent Homes Reaches Highest Level in Nearly 30 Years: Report](https://children.worldea.org/share-of-children-living-in-2-parent-homes-reaches-highest-level-in-nearly-30-years-report-2/) - The percentage of children living in a two-parent household has hit its highest point in nearly 30 years, according to a report by the Institute for Family Studies. In an analysis of 2020 United States Census data, the conservative think tank released a report earlier this month titled “Growing Up With Mom and Dad: New
- [Be Doers of the Word – for a Europe Without Orphans](https://children.worldea.org/be-doers-of-the-word-for-a-europe-without-orphans/) - The Bible is a Christians guide for a life with God and many of us are reading this book regularly. In his letter, James writes, that we should be doers of the word, not just hearers, or readers (James 1.22-23). The word of the Lord needs to be applied. A few verses further, he says,
- [Boy Scouts Lost 2 Million Members Since Lifting Ban on Gay Youth; Now Mired in Sex Abuse Claims](https://children.worldea.org/boy-scouts-lost-2-million-members-since-lifting-ban-on-gay-youth-now-mired-in-sex-abuse-claims/) - Eight years after lifting a ban on homosexual youth when it boasted more than 2.7 million members, the Boy Scouts of America now has just 762,000 members as it continues to grapple with some 82,000 sexual abuse claims from former Scouts, court records show. In just one year alone, from 2019 to 2020 amid the pandemic, the BSA’s flagship
- [Migrant Children Struggle with Depression, Suicide Amid Horrid Conditions at Texas Shelter](https://children.worldea.org/migrant-children-struggle-with-depression-suicide-amid-horrid-conditions-at-texas-shelter/) - Lice outbreaks, unsanitary living conditions, suicide attempts and reports of rape are emerging from the tent camps housing thousands of migrant children at the U.S. southern border, where the children are held before being bussed or flown to cities in Texas and other states. As the border crisis continues to escalate, reports reveal what it's like
- [The European Parliament Passes the Controversial Matic Report to Promote “Free and Legal Abortion Without Barriers”](https://children.worldea.org/the-european-parliament-passes-the-controversial-matic-report-to-promote-free-and-legal-abortion-without-barriers/) - The European Evangelical Alliance had called to reject the report: “Abortion is about the life of the woman but also about the life of the unborn child. Both lives matter”. The European Parliament passed on 23 June the known as Matic report, a motion on “situation of sexual and reproductive health and rights in the European
- [Gender and Sexuality of Our Youth: Natural or Deliberate Indoctrination?](https://children.worldea.org/gender-and-sexuality-of-our-youth-natural-or-deliberate-indoctrination/) - As the battle rages on in our society about gender identity and the treatment of same-sex relationships under the law, the church is not immune from addressing these issues head-on – even at the dinner table. If you are like me, these questions are a constant source of debate with teenage children who are bombarded with
- [Share of Children Living in 2-Parent Homes Reaches Highest Level in Nearly 30 Years: Report](https://children.worldea.org/share-of-children-living-in-2-parent-homes-reaches-highest-level-in-nearly-30-years-report/) - The percentage of children living in a two-parent household has hit its highest point in nearly 30 years, according to a report by the Institute for Family Studies. In an analysis of 2020 United States Census data, the conservative think tank released a report earlier this month titled “Growing Up With Mom and Dad: New
- [How a Storybook Is Helping Children Trapped in Exploitation](https://children.worldea.org/how-a-storybook-is-helping-children-trapped-in-exploitation/) - Despite the pandemic, the tragedy of modern day slavery continues, and sadly many of its victims are children. In the face of these huge challenges, The Brave Bear Trust is working to stop even more children falling victim to exploitation. Rob James interviews Heather Lewis, CEO of this ground-breaking initiative. Tell me Heather, what exactly is the
- [More Than 300 Christian School Leaders Converge on Dallas for First-Ever ACSI Flourishing Schools Institute](https://children.worldea.org/more-than-300-christian-school-leaders-converge-on-dallas-for-first-ever-acsi-flourishing-schools-institute/) - The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) will launch the inaugural Flourishing Schools Institute (FSi)— a new professional development opportunity for school leaders who want to transform their school culture to flourish. More than 300 Christian educators will converge on the Hyatt Regency in Frisco, Texas, from June 16-18, 2021. The FSi is part of
- [Pakistani Christian Girl Forced to Convert to Islam, Kept as ‘Slave’ Cook](https://children.worldea.org/pakistani-christian-girl-forced-to-convert-to-islam-kept-as-slave-cook/) - A Muslim couple in Pakistan’s Punjab province forcibly converted a 13-year-old Christian girl to Islam so that she could work as a cook in their kitchen and touch utensils and food items. Now they are refusing to allow her to return home to her parents unless they pay a ransom, according to a report. The
- [New Jesus Film Told Through the Lens of Mary Magdalene Reaches Hundreds of Thousands Globally](https://children.worldea.org/new-jesus-film-told-through-the-lens-of-mary-magdalene-reaches-hundreds-of-thousands-globally/) - The new animated film told through the perspective of Mary Magdalene is reaching hundreds of thousands worldwide. “Chosen Witness” was released in April by Jesus Film Project, an evangelical outreach created by Campus Crusade for Christ that has produced content in over 1,800 languages. Executive Producer Elizabeth Schenkel says the new video tells the story of Jesus'
- [Christian Animated Series 'The Wingfeather Saga' Breaks $1M Crowdfunding Record](https://children.worldea.org/christian-animated-series-the-wingfeather-saga-breaks-1m-crowdfunding-record/) - The bestselling Wingfeather Saga children’s book series is becoming an animated TV show andhas just broken a record previously set by “The Chosen” for being the fastest crowdfunded TV show to surpass $1 million at Angel Studios. Organizers are raising funds from individual investors to bring this Christian series to life. The “The Wingfeather Saga” has also
- [VeggieTales Co-Creator to Launch New Animated Series 'The Dead Sea Squirrels'](https://children.worldea.org/veggietales-co-creator-to-launch-new-animated-series-the-dead-sea-squirrels/) - Mike Nawrocki, VeggieTales co-creator and voice of Larry the Cucumber, is teaming up with renowned Disney animator Tom Bancroft and legendary producer and artist Steve Taylor to bring to life the new animated series "The Dead Sea Squirrels” now that the team has secured potential investors. “I’m thrilled to see the ‘Dead Sea Squirrels’ coming
- [Are You Prepared to Engage a Post-Christian Culture?](https://children.worldea.org/are-you-prepared-to-engage-a-post-christian-culture/) - Once again, we're confronted with statistics that may startle some Christians. The health of the Christian worldview appears increasingly bleak. According to the American Worldview Inventory 2021, nearly half of the millennials surveyed said they either don’t know, don’t care, or don’t believe that God exists. Only 26% of Gen X, and a mere 16% of millennials,
- [COVID-19 Threatens to Shrink Our Spirits, Emotions. Fight Back](https://children.worldea.org/covid-19-threatens-to-shrink-our-spirits-emotions-fight-back/) - Like many people, COVID-19 has shrunk my life down to the walls of my home. As the president of World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization that works in nearly 100 countries including in the Unites States, normally I’m on the move. Most months I log thousands of miles traveling around the U.S. and to some of
- [Young Christian Professionals in Europe Consider Their Values at Work “Counter-Cultural” and “Risky for Their Career”](https://children.worldea.org/young-christian-professionals-in-europe-consider-their-values-at-work-counter-cultural-and-risky-for-their-career/) - The mentorship programme Cross-Current has conducted a study among 350 Christian graduates over the past four years. Many have “a strong desire to apply biblical integrity and virtues to their work” but they face “real challenges”. Young Christian professionals in Europe “face uphill struggle to bridge faith and work”, says a newly published study. The
- [Our Children Are Being Sexualized - and Sex Education Is Part of the Problem](https://children.worldea.org/our-children-are-being-sexualised-and-sex-education-is-part-of-the-problem/) - Christians have been warning for years about the sexualisation of school children. The fact is, the sex education industry needs to take its share of the blame because it is obsessed with explicitness and hostile to the Christian sexual ethic. They send very mixed messages to school children, encouraging sexual experimentation and normalising pornography at the
- [Orphaned Son of Asylum Seeker Granted Indefinite Leave to Remain after Church Campaign](https://children.worldea.org/orphaned-son-of-asylum-seeker-granted-indefinite-leave-to-remain-after-church-campaign/) - The Home Office has listened to the appeals of the Church of Scotland and others, and told a 13-year-old orphan he can stay in the UK permanently. Giorgi Kakava, who lived with the threat of deportation for 10 years, said a "big weight" had been lifted off his shoulders. Originally from Georgia, in the Caucasus
- [“For Children, By Children” - Celebrating World Children’s Day on November 20th](https://children.worldea.org/for-children-by-children-celebrating-world-childrens-day-on-november-20th/) - World Children’s Day is a day to celebrate the power of children to change the world. On November 20th, we celebrate World Children’s Day, the anniversary of the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. It’s a day for children by children – a day to imagine a better future for every child. For this year’s World Children’s Day, UNICEF prepared a toolkit themed “For
- [Young Leaders Have a Way of Showing the Importance of Love and Commitment to God’s Word That Is Unique](https://children.worldea.org/young-leaders-have-a-way-of-showing-the-importance-of-love-and-commitment-to-gods-word-that-is-unique/) - As part of our overarching communication theme “Bible Engagement” in the first half of 2021, readers of the EEA Newsletter are being presented with a variety of perspectives on this topic in several issues of the EEA Newsletter. We are very pleased that Erzsébet Komlósi, Field Development Director for Europe with Scripture Union International, has agreed
- [COVID-19 and the Classroom](https://children.worldea.org/covid-19-and-the-classroom/) - As the start of the school term in Wales beckons, in what feels like an especially tough lockdown, let's be a people who show grace and commit ourselves to prayer. Among the many buzzwords that have become part of our now common ‘COVID-language’, words such as postponed or cancelled have been consistent in reminding us
- [“Micah Doesn’t Have the God-stamp”](https://children.worldea.org/micah-doesnt-have-the-god-stamp/) - My profoundly disabled son poses an uncomfortable question to the church and to society: what does it mean to be human? “Micah doesn’t have the God-stamp in him,” declared Tabitha, my daughter (aged four at the time), as we exited her junior church service. For several weeks she had been exploring a series on the
- [“It Is Time to Actively Work to Prevent Child Abuse in Our Churches”](https://children.worldea.org/it-is-time-to-actively-work-to-prevent-child-abuse-in-our-churches/) - The Infancy Working Group (GTI) of the Spanish Evangelical Alliance has presented a Protocol for Child Protection. The document aims to raise awareness of the need to protect and care for minors in the ministerial and ecclesial environment, giving evangelical churches and entities the tools to act in this sensitive area. It has been drawn up by the GTI team
- [Christian Alternative to Boy Scouts Sees Growth Amid Pandemic, 70% More New Members in 2021](https://children.worldea.org/christian-alternative-to-boy-scouts-sees-growth-amid-pandemic-70-more-new-members-in-2021/) - A youth scouting group formed in response to the controversial changes within the Boy Scouts of America has reported an increase in the number of chapters during the pandemic. Trail Life USA, launched in 2014 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, is reporting dozens of new chapters and more than 30,000 members. Trail Life USA CEO
- [Kirk Cameron Hopeful About Gen Z, Says Youth Have Passion to Change the World](https://children.worldea.org/kirk-cameron-hopeful-about-gen-z-says-youth-have-passion-to-change-the-world/) - Actor Kirk Cameron says he’s “hopeful” about the youth of this generation because he believes they can make a difference in the world for good but stressed they should seek the guidance of “older, wiser people.” During an appearance on "The Rubin Report" this month, the actor shared his thoughts on Hollywood's culture and America's youth
- [This Mindset Has Been Hurting Our Teens for Decades](https://children.worldea.org/this-mindset-has-been-hurting-our-teens-for-decades/) - Having spent most of my adult life in different forms of radical youth ministry, I have a deep and passionate message, which I want to share with America. I am not a clinical psychologist, a psychiatrist, a movie star or an award-winning professional athlete. All I am is a simple ordinary man. However, I am
- [Turning Teens From Idols to the Real King](https://children.worldea.org/turning-teens-from-idols-to-the-real-king/) - It all boils down to this ... Every Christian teen needs a King, a cause and a crew!Teenagers need a King! But they don't just need any King. They need the King who knows them best ... King Jesus! He was the One who was beaten, crucified and resurrected to rule and reign from his heaven and
- [How to Reach a Billion Teens With the Gospel](https://children.worldea.org/how-to-reach-a-billion-teens-with-the-gospel/) - There are about one billion young people in the world today between the ages 12-19. That's a lot of teenagers! How can all of them be reached with the Gospel? I'm convinced there is a way. Before I dive into the plan, I want to define what I mean by the word "reached." I mean
- [Teen Suicide and God's Call](https://children.worldea.org/teen-suicide-and-gods-call/) - It was a Friday evening and cars began to pull up with teenagers jumping out and one by one forming a line that eventually went way out to the end of the parking lot. To my amazement, I later learned that over 500 teens came that night, not to attend a church youth rally, but
- [There’s No Such Thing as 'Safe Sex' for Kids](https://children.worldea.org/theres-no-such-thing-as-safe-sex-for-kids/) - In 1984, only 14 percent of Americans wore seat belts. Anyone else remember bouncing unrestrained around the back of the family station wagon like I did? Three years later, after seat belt laws were enacted in 30 states, that percentage tripled to 42 percent. Last year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 90 percent
- [3 Ways Technology is Hurting the Faith of Children and Teens](https://children.worldea.org/3-ways-technology-is-hurting-the-faith-of-children-and-teens/) - Technology can do a world of good - yet it can also hurt the spiritual walk of children and adolescents today. Children and teens today are growing up in a technology-saturated world. From iPads and smartphones to computers and TV screens, there's no denying technology has become a huge -- and unavoidable -- part of
- [Family Meals Are Good for the Grown-Ups, Too, Not Just the Kids](https://children.worldea.org/family-meals-are-good-for-the-grown-ups-too-not-just-the-kids/) - For all the parents feeling exhausted by the cooking, cleaning and planning of a million meals during the pandemic, there's some good news. Commensality, or the sharing of food with others, is beneficial for your physical and mental health. Most parents already know that family mealtimes are great for the bodies, the brains and the mental health of children. More than two
- [BBC Withdraws Video That Taught Children There Were 'Over 100' Gender Identities](https://children.worldea.org/bbc-withdraws-video-that-taught-children-there-were-over-100-gender-identities/) - The BBC has made the decision to "retire" a controversial schools resource that claimed there were "over 100" gender identities. The BBC Teach video featured Relationships and Sex Education teacher Kate Daniels telling two young children that there were "so many gender identities". "So we know we've got male and female, but there are over
- [Churches, Let's Not Treat Our Children's Workers Like They're Dispensable](https://children.worldea.org/churches-lets-not-treat-our-childrens-workers-like-theyre-dispensable/) - It's Children's Mental Health Week this week, but it's something we've been talking about for some time already, especially those of us who work with children and families. Over the last few months I have become even more convinced that what the Church can do is vital – and I was already convinced about it!
- [Children Are Facing Emotional Health Crisis - Christian Charity](https://children.worldea.org/children-are-facing-emotional-health-crisis-christian-charity/) - Christian charity Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) is calling on the Government to make children's emotional wellbeing a priority in the recovery from Covid-19. With the Government focused on the educational attainment of children who have been in and out of the classroom for the last year, TLG is asking that it give equal precedence
- [Children Should Be Protected from Transgender Ideology, Says Detransitioner](https://children.worldea.org/children-should-be-protected-from-transgender-ideology-says-detransitioner/) - A former trans-identified woman who has de-transitioned is stressing the importance of treating those struggling with gender dysphoria "the same way we would treat any other young person who's struggling with mental health issues" instead of allowing them to alter their bodies permanently. Helena Kerschner, a 22-year-old de-transitioned woman who once identified as a transgender
- [Swedish Doctors Halt Use of Puberty Blockers for Children with Gender Dysphoria](https://children.worldea.org/swedish-doctors-halt-use-of-puberty-blockers-for-children-with-gender-dysphoria/) - Doctors at a prominent Swedish hospital that treats children suffering from gender dysphoria announced they will no longer prescribe cross-sex hormones or drugs that suppress puberty. The Karolinska University Hospital said that as of April 1, puberty blockers would no longer be given to youth younger than 16. In the hospital's statement, first released in March outlining
- [Are We Putting Too Much Pressure on Our Children to Be Extraordinary?](https://children.worldea.org/are-we-putting-too-much-pressure-on-our-children-to-be-extraordinary/) - An anxious mum recently reached out for some advice: 'My daughter, aged 10, wants to be a pop star when she grows up, but she is a really bad singer – she just can't sing in tune! Earlier this year she asked me if she could try for Britain's Got Talent. I said no, but
- [As Child Trafficking Risks Rise, How Can Churches Help Protect Children?](https://children.worldea.org/as-child-trafficking-risks-rise-how-can-churches-help-protect-children/) - When Godwin was in his mid-teens, a nightmare unfolded that would disrupt his academic dreams, steal him away from his family, and leave him fearing for his life: he was trafficked into Ghana's fishing industry. It all started innocently enough. Godwin was living with his Aunt Jessie, who helped send Godwin to school as his
- [Teaching Our Children to Pray — the Micah 6:8 Way](https://children.worldea.org/teaching-our-children-to-pray-the-micah-68-way/) - When I look into my granddaughter’s eyes, I see the future. I see a little girl who will one day grow up and go out into the world to make a difference. And I wonder: What will her world be like? I truly believe the holiness of this present generation will determine the health of
- [President Biden’s Immigration Policies Are Placing Children at Risk](https://children.worldea.org/president-bidens-immigration-policies-are-placing-children-at-risk/) - Despite claims to the contrary from the Biden Administration, our country is currently embroiled in an unprecedented and escalating crisis at our southern border that’s been primarily brought about by recently enacted policies incentivizing child abandonment. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), more than 29,000 unaccompanied alien children (UACs) have been encountered at the U.S. Southern Border so far for
- [European Parliament to Vote Resolution That Identifies Abortion as a Fundamental Right](https://children.worldea.org/european-parliament-to-vote-resolution-that-identifies-abortion-as-a-fundamental-right/) - The Matić report says “barriers in the access to abortion” lead to “inequalities in achieving women’s rights across the EU”. A final resolution is expected to be passed on 23 June. The European Parliament is expected to vote a motion on the “situation of sexual and reproductive health and rights in the EU” in its plenary session
- [“Syrian Children Do Not Want Promises, But a Commitment to End the War”](https://children.worldea.org/syrian-children-do-not-want-promises-but-a-commitment-to-end-the-war/) - Over 55,000 children have been killed in the Syrian war. A report estimates that the cost of the war is already over US$ 1.2 trillion. Since the war in Syria started 10 years ago, around 600,000 people, including 55,000 children, have been killed and half the population (almost 12 million) has been displaced. About 40% of those
- [Actor Jamie Kennedy Says Role in ‘Roe v. Wade’ Movie Helped Him ‘Respect Women More’](https://children.worldea.org/actor-jamie-kennedy-says-role-in-roe-v-wade-movie-helped-him-respect-women-more/) - Actor Jamie Kennedy said his role in the movie "Roe. v. Wade" as Lawrence "Larry" Lader, the abortion on demand proponent and co-founder of NARAL, gave him a greater respect for women. Lader, who died in 2006, was known as the "father of abortion" and successfully used deceptive tactics to change the media's narrative about
- [Overcoming Addiction – Our Prodigal Son](https://children.worldea.org/overcoming-addiction-our-prodigal-son/) - Our family has experienced the agony of a prodigal son. In early 2000s we hit a season of great despair when our son, Evan—who was in his late teens—was addicted to drugs and alcohol. Each year, it is estimated that 95,000 people die from alcohol-related causes, making alcohol the third-leading preventable cause of death in
- [Ohana Means Family. Family Means No One Gets Left Behind or Forgotten](https://children.worldea.org/ohana-means-family-family-means-no-one-gets-left-behind-or-forgotten/) - Let’s not choose between in-building or online children’s and youth work; let’s not create exclusion by cutting off families who have been able to connect to church like never before over the past 12 months. As lockdown restrictions gradually ease, in line with Government guidance, churches across all four nations of the United Kingdom are
- [Frontline Ministries Serve During Covid Crisis in India](https://children.worldea.org/frontline-ministries-serve-during-covid-crisis-in-india/) - For the past 21 years, the ministry Vanitashray has been serving the needs of orphans and vulnerable children and women across Maharashtra, India. Their goal? To give every child the chance to live with a family and reach their full potential. What began as a small children’s home for young girls has now transitioned to a day center which
- [How Much Time Do We Have With Our Teens](https://children.worldea.org/how-much-time-do-we-have-with-our-teens/) - The tongue in cheek joke we used to have in youth ministry was that it's a complex mathematical formula to try to estimate the exact point in which two moving targets will intersect! That's exactly what you feel like many times as the average Youth Pastor in today's churches as he or she tries keep
- [The Pandemic Does Not Stop Norwegian Missionaries](https://children.worldea.org/the-pandemic-does-not-stop-norwegian-missionaries/) - Christian workers in the Nordic country are both being recruited and sent out to countries around the world. "We cannot allow money to replace people". 2020 was anything but normal for missionaries across the planet. Many went back to their home countries, and many who were meant to go working in the mission field, were not
- [How Do You Fill Your Heart?](https://children.worldea.org/how-do-you-fill-your-heart/) - It is a challenge to safeguard space where we can be exposed and unhindered to Bible engagement and prayer. But input determines output and it will shape our thoughts and then our speech. Have you ever thought about what you might say if you had dementia? What would people hear coming from your mouth? Maybe
- [‘Revive Europe’: Over 3,000 Expected at Student Conference at the End of Year](https://children.worldea.org/revive-europe-over-3000-expected-at-student-conference-at-the-end-of-year/) - The conference organised by IFES Europe will take place next December in Karlsruhe, Germany, under the theme “Revive our hearts, revive our universities, revive Europe”. University students and graduates from all over Europe will meet again at ‘Revive Europe’, the conference organised by IFES Europe, along with twenty other movements. Under the theme “Revive our hearts, revive our
- [Reaching Generation Z with the Gospel](https://children.worldea.org/reaching-generation-z-with-the-gospel/) - Understanding new generations is an essential part of a true mission mind in this rapidly changing world. An article by Steve Sang-Cheol Moon. Our understanding of global missions can be both horizontal and vertical. The horizontal dimension understands the world by geographic, ethnic, and sociocultural boundaries. The vertical dimension views the world according to the different generations. In this context, the
- [New Research Shows That Young Families with Children under Five Could Be a Vital Element for Church Growth.](https://children.worldea.org/new-research-shows-that-young-families-with-children-under-five-could-be-a-vital-element-for-church-growth/) - The Talking Toddlers report released in May 2020, shows that 74% of all parents with children under the age of five have attended a church-run activity in the past year.This new research was commissioned by HOPE Together, the Church of England, and the Evangelical Alliance to highlight the potential for sustained church growth if the church nurtures the faith of under-fives
- [In Culture Pushing Gospel Without God, Sunday School Isn't Enough for Christian Kids, Tim Keller Says](https://children.worldea.org/in-culture-pushing-gospel-without-god-sunday-school-isnt-enough-for-christian-kids-tim-keller-says/) - Modern secular culture is on a march to evangelize Christians and Sunday School, church services and youth groups are no longer enough to inoculate Christian children from its new gospel without God, warns founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, Tim Keller. In a Q Session discussion with moderator and Q Ideas founder Gabe Lyons Wednesday, Keller warned that
- [“Family and Church Must Learn to Navigate a Changing World”](https://children.worldea.org/family-and-church-must-learn-to-navigate-a-changing-world/) - A document was recently published with the presentations and contributions of hundreds of participants in the Family and Leadership inquiry, organized by the Spanish Evangelical Alliance. EVANGELICAL FOCUS The coronavirus crisis is driving a series of changes in society that also affect the family. Faced with this new reality, the Spanish Evangelical Alliance organized a
- [After Pulling 'Peter Pan,' 'Dumbo,' Family TV Watchdog Wants Disney to Act on Other 'Horrific Content'](https://children.worldea.org/after-pulling-peter-pan-dumbo-family-tv-watchdog-wants-disney-to-act-on-other-horrific-content/) - After Disney+ limited several classic children's movies on the flagship streaming service, an expert from a leading parental media watchdog group is calling on Disney to have more consistency in limiting all inappropriate content for children so there is no double standard. Melissa Henson, program director of the Parents Television Council, an organization that aims to
- [Flourish: A Day of Prayer for Christ-Centered Education](https://children.worldea.org/flourish-a-day-of-prayer-for-christ-centered-education/) - “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” –Jeremiah
- [Gen Z Describe Themselves as “Religiously Unaffiliated” and “Isolated”](https://children.worldea.org/gen-z-describe-themselves-as-religiously-unaffiliated-and-isolated/) - “The way young people form bonds, make meaning, and live out their values is constantly changing. This is the most diverse generation that has ever existed”, concludes a survey conducted in the US. EVANGELICAL FOCUS The Springtide Research Institute has published the report State of the Religion & Young People 2020, which analyses how the
- [Why Are We Ignoring Abuse in Orphanages?](https://children.worldea.org/why-are-we-ignoring-abuse-in-orphanages/) - An American missionary was sentenced to prison for sexually abusing children at his orphanage in Kenya. This tragic case has garnered significant media attention when the story broke earlier this month, including articles in the Washington Post and the New York Times. As Christians, we read stories like this with horror. It is terrible to imagine vulnerable children
- [Full-Time Earner and Stay-at-Home Parent Is Best for Families, Majority of American Moms Say](https://children.worldea.org/full-time-earner-and-stay-at-home-parent-is-best-for-families-majority-of-american-moms-say/) - A new survey reveals that American families face profound pressures and that most married mothers believe the ideal household socioeconomic arrangement is a full-time earner and a stay-at-home parent raising young children. The 2021 Home Building survey released last month by American Compass Research detailed how families in the U.S. are socio-economically. Among parenting-age adults 18-50, only those who
- [6 Weekly Prayers for Children in Poverty This Lent](https://children.worldea.org/6-weekly-prayers-for-children-in-poverty-this-lent/) - For the next 40 days (plus Sundays), Christians around the world will recognize the season of Lent. This is traditionally seen as a time of personal reflection and preparation for Good Friday and Easter. The 40-day period is based on Jesus’ time in the desert, during which he fasted, prayed and was tempted by the
- [Ten’s of Thousands of Children Now Have a Better Chance to Find a Family.](https://children.worldea.org/tens-of-thousands-of-children-now-have-a-better-chance-to-find-a-family/) - The Romania Without Orphans Alliance (RWO), at the PR Award Gala, on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, received the Gold Award distinction for the best lobby and advocacy campaign of the year. In awarding the distinction, the competition’s jury analyzed how RWO conducted the preliminary research, planned its actions, established its implementation strategies and tools as

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- [Home](https://children.worldea.org/) - When some 800 evangelicals from eleven countries came together in London in 1846 to form the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), the well-being of children was one of the key concerns they sought to address. WEA's Children’s Network will rally experts and WEA’s global constituency in more than 130 countries together by providing a platform for collaboration.
- [Family-Based Care Statement Spanish](https://children.worldea.org/global-issues/responding-to-the-orphan-crisis/family-based-care-statement-spanish/) - Un llamado a adoptar el cuidado basado en la familia - Una declaración de la Alianza Evangélica Mundial Como comunidad global de iglesias y ministerios evangélicos, la Alianza Evangélica Mundial afirma su compromiso inquebrantable de cuidar a los niños vulnerables de maneras que reflejen el corazón de Dios y defiendan la dignidad, el valor y
- [Family-Based Care Statement](https://children.worldea.org/global-issues/responding-to-the-orphan-crisis/family-based-care-statement/) - A Call to Embrace Family-Based Care: A Statement from the WEA En español.As a global community of evangelical churches and ministries, the World Evangelical Alliance affirms its unwavering commitment to care for vulnerable children in ways that reflect the heart of God and uphold the dignity, value, and rights of every child. We believe that
- [Shifting to Family-Based Care](https://children.worldea.org/global-issues/responding-to-the-orphan-crisis/shifting-to-family-based-care/) - Biblical perspectives on orphan care The biblical case for family-based care begins with God’s design for human flourishing. From the opening chapters of Scripture, God places people within relationships, families, and households—not institutions. Human beings were created to belong, to be known, and to grow within loving relationships. The family is presented throughout the Bible
- [Our Leadership](https://children.worldea.org/our-leadership/) - Our Leadership WEA Children's Network Rev. Dr. Rebecca Goropevsek, Co-Coordinator, WEA Children's Network Rebecca was born in Slovakia, lived several years in Austria and Switzerland, and now resides in the United States just north of New York City. She has served with the World Evangelical Alliance in various roles since 2012, including as Representative to
- [Rebecca-Goropevsek](https://children.worldea.org/our-leadership/rebecca-goropevsek/) - Our Leadership Rev. Rebecca Goropevsek, D.Min. Coordinator, WEA Children's Network Rebecca grew up in Kosice, Slovakia and studied philosophy and esthetics at Comenius University in Bratislava. After finding faith in Jesus Christ during a year in the United States, she became passionate about sharing the gospel. She decided to switch to theology, transferring to and
- [Resources on Orphan Care](https://children.worldea.org/resources/resources-on-orphan-care/) - Resources on Orphan Care A Call to Embrace Family-Based Care This statement by the World Evangelical Alliance – developed in collaboration with regional Alliances, affiliated organizations and experts – calls on the Church to help shift care for orphans and vulnerable children from institutions to family-based solutions. Read the statement. Biblical perspectives on orphan care
- [Responding to the Orphan Crisis](https://children.worldea.org/global-issues/responding-to-the-orphan-crisis/) - Responding to the Orphan Crisis The Issue at a Glance In 2019, the best estimates show there are from 2 to 8 million children living in orphanages around the world, more than 150 million children who have lost one or both parents, and more than 1 billion children who experience serious abuse each year. Furthermore, millions of children have become orphans during
- [Our Leadership (old)](https://children.worldea.org/our-leadership-old/) - Our Leadership Rev. Rebecca Goropevsek, D.Min. Coordinator, WEA Children's Network Rebecca grew up in Kosice, Slovakia and studied philosophy and esthetics at Comenius University in Bratislava. After finding faith in Jesus Christ during a year in the United States, she became passionate about sharing the gospel. She decided to switch to theology, transferring to and
- [Christian News Media Digest](https://children.worldea.org/christian-news-media-digest/) - Christian News Media Digest “Keep the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other.” – Karl Barth It was the renowned theologian Karl Barth who said that we should keep the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other. He emphasized that we should be grounded in God’s Word but also
- [News from the Network](https://children.worldea.org/news-from-the-network/) - News from the Network Events, News and Developments from the WEA Constituency Tearfund Ireland launches report encouraging churches to support family-based care for vulnerable children July 15, 2026 Christians in Ireland donate an estimated €14 million to €21 million each year to overseas orphanages, even as international child welfare experts and Christian organizations increasingly advocate
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- [Resources on Contemporary Issues](https://children.worldea.org/resources/resources-contemporary-issues/) - Resources on contemporary issues LGBTQ+ Rights Responding to a Changing World The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) offers this resource to help Evangelicals to reflect on how to respond to the LGBTQ+rights agenda in public life. Time to Talk about Relationship and Sex Education This resource developed by the Evangelical Alliance UK is designed to help
- [Resource Hubs](https://children.worldea.org/resources/resource-hubs/) - Resources KidsHubs KidsHubs is a global disciple-making strategy. It is a way that leaders can pass on a Godly way of living in a small group around a particular interest. KidsHubs is about discipling, mentoring and building relationships with children through teaching them relevant and purposeful skills, growing their faith by pointing them to discover
- [Resources](https://children.worldea.org/resources/) - Resources What is KidsHubs? KidsHubs is a global disciple-making strategy. It is a way that leaders can pass on a Godly way of living in a small group around a particular interest. KidsHubs is about discipling, mentoring and building relationships with children through teaching them relevant and purposeful skills, growing their faith by pointing them
- [Discipleship Resources](https://children.worldea.org/resources/discipleship-resources/) - Resources Memorize Bible Verses When Jesus was tempted by Satan in the desert, he used one simple defense: God’s Word! (See Matthew 4:1-11) Learning Bible verses by heart helps children (and adults!) to be full of God’s Word throughout the day. And memorizing verses doesn’t have to be difficult! Little Paul’s Bible Hub for Kids features
- [Research Reports](https://children.worldea.org/resources/research-reports/) - Resources Global Youth Culture Report Global Youth Culture is a OneHope research study covering the trends and behaviors of today’s teenagers, the most connected generation. With these findings, we can recognize similarities between young people from different regions of the world. Do teenagers in Africa have similar views on identity as those in Asia? Are
- [Global Issues](https://children.worldea.org/global-issues/) - Responding to Global Issues Caring for Orphans KidsHubs is a global disciple-making strategy. It is a way that leaders can pass on a Godly way of living in a small group around a particular interest. KidsHubs is about discipling, mentoring and building relationships with children through teaching them relevant and purposeful skills, growing their faith
- [What We Do](https://children.worldea.org/what-we-do/) - What we do Raising Children in Faith Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Discipling Children: at Church, at Home and at School Connecting churches and parents to helpful information and resources. When it comes to raising children in faith, the local congregation, the
- [Prayer Resources](https://children.worldea.org/resources/prayer-resources/) - Resources How to Pray With Your Child for Countries in Situations of War or Conflict Ever since sin entered the world, our relationship with God and also our relationship between each other got broken. We turned away from the God of love and the world became more and more filled with evil, including violence, conflict
- [Resources](https://children.worldea.org/resources-2/) - Resources What is Max7? Jesus said, “I came so that everyone would have life, and have it in its fullest.” (John 10:10. CEV), Max7 is a library of free ministry resources in many languages. It exists to serve the Body of Christ, specifically children. Max7 wants to see children everywhere living life to the MAX with Jesus
- [Our Approach](https://children.worldea.org/our-approach/) - Our APPROACH How Is the WEA Children's Network Unique? The uniqueness of the World Evangelical Alliance is in its constituency of 9 regional and more than 140 national Evangelical Alliances that are rooted in local churches in the neighborhoods. In order to contribute to transformation at the grassroots level, the WEA focuses on equipping and
- [Our Mission](https://children.worldea.org/our-mission/) - Our Mission About the WEA Children’s Network When some 800 evangelicals from eleven countries came together in London in 1846 to form the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), the well-being of children was one of the key concerns they sought to address. At that time, they focused on the widespread child labor in society and its
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## Events

- [WEA General Assembly 2025](https://children.worldea.org/event/wea-general-assembly-2025/) - The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) is delighted to announce the 2025 General Assembly, taking place in Seoul, South Korea from October 27 to 31, 2025. This momentous event will bring together evangelical leaders, national alliance representatives, and partners from across the globe to unite under the theme: “The Gospel for Everyone by 2033”
- [[7-week webinar] - Missional families: An urgent need to save generations](https://children.worldea.org/event/7-week-webinar-missional-families-an-urgent-need-to-save-generations/) - Missional families beget missional families. Families of people who live missional lives are often very contagious, influencing so many in their lifetime including all who live in contact with them. This 7-week series will teach us about God’s desire for every family—the call to fulfill his purpose. He is more than willing to make it
- [Global Forum for a World Without Orphans 2024](https://children.worldea.org/event/global-forum-for-a-world-without-orphans-2024/) - The need for a global movement to see a world without orphans has never been greater! The last several years have been filled with crises, from disease to conflict to natural disasters. This has caused many of us to grow weary, and we know that children suffer the most. Yet, we know now is the
- [Global Children's Forum Ethiopia 2023](https://children.worldea.org/event/global-childrens-forum-ethiopia-2023/) - We are delighted to announce that the next gathering of the Global Children's Forum will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from the evening meal on Tuesday 7th November through to breakfast on Sunday 12th November 2023.
- [[Webinar Series 2023] Engaged in Creation Care](https://children.worldea.org/event/webinar-series-2023-engaged-in-creation-care/) - This webinar will unpack the main themes of the eighth chapter of the book, exploring the ways in which the church can come alongside to support and encourage children’s engagement in creation care and issues of climate change. Discover more about God's Heart for Children, and its place in your own ministry by joining this
- [[Webinar Series 2023] Placed in Families](https://children.worldea.org/event/gods-heart-for-children-webinar-2-placed-in-families/) - This webinar will unpack the main themes of the second chapter of the book, exploring the ways in which the church can play a part in ensuring children are placed in safe families. Discover more about God's Heart for Children, and its place in your own ministry by joining this six-part webinar series throughout 2023.
- [D6 Asia Family Online Conference ‘RECONNECT’ 2023](https://children.worldea.org/event/d6-asia-family-online-conference-reconnect-2023/) - The 2023 online Family Conference is aimed at equipping the CHURCH to strengthen families expect to be inspired and learn practical strategies. We also aim to help the HOME, focusing on strengthen marriages, improve adult-child relationships and equip to nurture faith in the home. The Church and many Christian families across Asia are struggling to
- [[Webinar Series 2023] Secured in Hope](https://children.worldea.org/event/webinar-series-2023-secured-in-hope/) - This webinar will unpack the main themes of the fifth chapter of the book, exploring the ways in which ministry can help children feel secured in hope, despite facing some of the most difficult emergency situations such as conflict or natural disasters. Discover more about God's Heart for Children, and its place in your own
- [[Webinar Series 2023] Included in Church and Mission](https://children.worldea.org/event/webinar-series-2023-included-in-church-and-mission/) - This webinar will unpack the main themes of the sixth and seventh chapters of the book, exploring the ways in which the church can ensure children are included in church, and affirmed in their role in mission. Discover more about God's Heart for Children, and its place in your own ministry by joining this six-part
- [[Webinar Series 2023] Community Advocacy and Care](https://children.worldea.org/event/webinar-series-2023-community-advocacy-and-care/) - This webinar will unpack the main themes of the third and fourth chapters of the book, exploring the ways in which the church can ensure children are cared for in community, and advocated for in society. Discover more about God's Heart for Children, and its place in your own ministry by joining this six-part webinar
- [European Educators' Christian Association Conference 2023](https://children.worldea.org/event/european-educators-christian-association-conference-2023/) - Our educational world is impacted by many difficult issues of our time. Some of these become very sensitive, strongly political and difficult to navigate. Often we are looking for God’s wisdom and clarity: Should we / can we take a strong stance? Should we try to comply? How can we avoid aggressive debates? We can
- [Global Children’s Forum 2023 Gathering](https://children.worldea.org/event/global-childrens-forum-2023-gathering/) - We are excited to announce the GCF / GoPlay / family.fit meetings which will take place in Farol IBMAlphaville in Brazil from lunchtime on Monday 20th March through to breakfast on Saturday 25th March 2023.
- [WWO Europe Forum 2023 - Journeying Together, a Family for Every Child](https://children.worldea.org/event/wwo-europe-forum-2023-journeying-together-a-family-for-every-child/) - World Without Orphans Europe is delighted to invite church leaders and Christians serving children at risk and orphans in Europe to a Forum, Journeying Together, to be held in Sofia, Bulgaria. The event will start with lunch on the 15th and finish with lunch on the 18th March.

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