Christians, Jews Become 'Prayer Shields' Following Bible's Directive to Pray for Peace of Jerusalem

JERUSALEM, Israel – In Psalm 122, the Bible commands believers to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and one group has taken the lead to increase worldwide prayer for what the Bible calls “the city of the great King.” For the last 19 years, the Eagles Wings organization has mobilized Christians and Jews to fulfill … Read more

Seeking peace and prosperity: highlights from 69th EFI Convention and North Zone Urban Transformation Conference

69th Annual EFI Convention. (Photo: EFI) The 69th EFI Convention and EFI’s NCUT North Zone Urban Transformation Conference was held from 4th to 7th September 2023 at the Don Bosco Technical Institute in Delhi. The gathering brought together 200 plus urban pastors, heads of Christian institutions, and leaders from across India. The event was based … Read more

Queen was at peace and reflecting on her faith in final days

Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-1922. (Photo: Pixabay/WikiImages) The late Queen was at peace and spent her final days reflecting on her Christian faith, according to a Church leader who was with her.  Friday marks the first anniversary of the death of Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96.  A guest … Read more

National Peace Council advocates for plantation workers' rights in Sri Lanka

Malaiyaha Community March when they reached Muthumariamman temple. (Photo: Facebook Screenshot/Maatram) The National Peace Council (NPC) in Sri Lanka has issued a compelling call to the government to address the plight of plantation workers, with a specific focus on the Malaiyaha Tamil community. In a recent statement, the NPC highlights the historic struggles faced by … Read more

CBCI delegation visits conflict-ridden Manipur, calls for peace and rebuilding

(Photo: EFI) In response to the escalating ethnic-religious crisis in Manipur, a delegation led by Archbishop Andrews Thazhath, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI), undertook a solemn visit to some of the conflict-ridden areas of the state. The delegation, which included Archbishop Dominic Lumon of the Archdiocese of Imphal in Manipur, Father … Read more