Finishers Project (finishers.org), the world’s largest mission-matching service with a proprietary matching search engine, announces the formation of a new parent organization to house their expanding suite of mobilization ministries.
Tension throughout the Middle East means Israel must look beyond its highly publicized problem with Iran. One of the latest incidents–a deadly terror attack along its once peaceful border with Egypt–highlights the danger Israel faces from all sides.
Religious speech is a criminal offense on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street. At least it will be if Mayor Mitch Landrieu has his way.
On September 28th and 29th, America for Jesus in Philadelphia is sponsoring a community outreach entitled Love Philadelphia. This community outreach will serve two purposes. First, it will give delegates from across the United States an opportunity to serve in citywide social justice services, making a difference in thousands of lives. Second, Love Philadelphia will be able to assist thousands of families struggling to make it in a down economy.
It’s football time in Tennessee where longtime gridiron traditions are cherished – from Rocky Top to the Pride of the Southland Marching Band. At the start of every game inside the colossal Neyland Stadium, thousands of the football faithful rise to their feet, remove their hats and pause for the pre-game prayer.
But in recent days the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s pre-game prayer has come under attack. The Wisconsin-based Freedom From Religion Foundation sent a cease and desist letter to the public university calling for them to abandon the long-time tradition.
The following is submitted by Majed El Shafie:
My name is Majed El Shafie. I was arrested, tortured and sentenced to die in Egypt after converting from Islam to Christianity. I managed to escape and with the help of the UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees), I eventually settled in Canada from where I now fight for those persecuted around the world.
