On Friday, July 22, 2016, newly-elected general overseer of the Church of God, Tim Hill, delivered his opening address to the delegates on the closing night of the 76th Church of God International General Assembly. In his address, he outlined his vision for the FINISH Commitment, a “Global Church Focus on the Great Commission.”

Having carried a 12 foot cross around the world in every country and major island group Arthur Blessitt has opened a free online cross museum that tells the stories behind the stories. From wars to jungles, from world leaders to the poorest people. Always sharing the message of Jesus, salvation and love. Now 41,775 miles the Guinness World Record for longest walk/ongoing pilgrimage in 324 countries and major island groups.

A new marketing resource launched today to help church and parachurch ministries engage Hispanic Americans. Founded by 10-year marketing veteran, Ivan Leon, the Kerux Group offers the expertise and tools to effectively engage this influential people group, which currently stands at 57 million.

Internationally respected Bible teacher, pastor, TV and radio host and 9-time New York Times bestselling author, Dr. David Jeremiah has released his newest book, “Is This The End? Signs of God’s Providence in a Disturbing New World” with the W Publishing Group, an imprint of Thomas Nelson.

Cleveland, TN—The International Executive Council of the Church of God, meeting in session September 27-28, 2016 at the International Offices, received a report on the recent plea for disaster flood relief for churches and families in Louisiana.

Over the last several years Australia has led a worldwide call for extended periods of Prayer & Fasting for America. Now Australian prayer leaders are asking for prayer support from the USA and other parts of the world as they face the homosexual juggernaut of the political elites to redefine marriage in Australia. The current Turnbull government won the recent election but their policy for a ‘free people’s vote on marriage redefinition’ is being challenged by elite political forces.

Deborah C. Solomon’s new book, The Deadly Battleground of the 21st Century Church, ($12.99, paperback, 9781498484787; $6.99, e-book, 9781498484794) explains her belief that every evil working must be exposed and the Church must be united in order for God’s Glory to saturate His Church.

As we all know, it’s election season. This isn’t ever a rosy time for America, filled with rainbows and warm hugs.

(Faith News Note: The following official release announces a major investment awarded to the City of Refuge, an Atlanta nonprofit founded by Bruce Deel, an ordained bishop in the Church of God and pastor of Atlanta Midtown church.)