As a scientist, Dr. Temitope (Tope) Keku expects to find logical explanations for the things she encounters in the laboratory. But no such logic was to be found in the hardships she and her family faced in the span of one year: job loss, marital struggles, and mental and physical illnesses. Though she developed no rational explanation for the pain and suffering she experienced, Tope did discover hidden treasures in the midst of her trials.

The Christian Medical Association, the nation’s largest faith-based professional medical organization, responded today to their victory in federal court for the conscience rights of medical professionals. The case, Franciscan Alliance v. Azar, sought relief from a 2016 federal regulation that threatened to drive religious doctors out of practice if they would not perform gender-transition procedures that violate their medical judgment and beliefs. Today’s ruling struck down the rule.

Over the past three years, tens of thousands of teenagers and young adults have accepted Christ through the Jeremiah Generation Initiative. From the Winterfest stage to the youth camp altars to the local churches, this generation has overwhelmingly responded to the call.

Last week during a trip to western Australia, I spoke in a small church comprised mostly of Iranian immigrants. The worship was in Farsi and English, and the pastor typically gives his sermons only in Farsi. My translator that evening, who I will call Ahmed, told me he encountered Jesus for the first time just a few years ago.

Producers Steve Barnett, Gabriel Vasquez, and Alan Powell announce the start of principal photography on the inspiring original musical A WEEK AWAY scheduled for nationwide theatrical release in 2020.

The use of technology has played an integral part in expanding productivity and effectiveness for the Church of God in Tennessee. A new strategy for conducting business and facilitating ministry has been implemented under the leadership of Administrative Bishop T. Wayne Dority.

Regardless of the circumstances, Marilyn Hickey is a force to be reckoned with. At 88, this ground-breaking minister and humanitarian continues to travel the globe in her quest to share the Gospel and build bridges with all people, groups and cultures. She has journeyed to 137 countries; often putting herself at great risk. Recent trips include Sudan, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, India, China and Pakistan. In 2016, more than one million people attended her meeting in Karachi, Pakistan and she was just recently selected by Pakistani President, Arif Aivi, and Grand Imam, Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad, to receive the International Lifetime Peace Award. Her new autobiography, It’s Not Over Until You Win, will be released on November 5, 2019.

Over 8,000 church leaders and volunteers will gather April 29-May 1, 2020, in Atlanta for the 13th annual Orange Conference. Focused on stewarding the faith and character of the next generation, this highly-anticipated event brings together family ministry teams from all over the world, including senior, NextGen, student, children’s, and preschool leaders, as well as volunteers.

Church of God Youth and Discipleship is proud to announce that registration for FOCUS 2020 and Kidfest 2020 is now open.