For two days, the voices of 70 leaders from five nations rose together in Madrid, united by a singular mission: to dive into the depths of Alliance Theology and Identity.
In a spirit of collaboration and unity, national church presidents and mission leaders of the Alliance World Fellowship (AWF) gathered in Guadalajara, Mexico, September 25-27, 2024. Representatives from Latin America, North America, Africa and Europe shared strategies, celebrated innovative initiatives, and built meaningful partnerships to advance God’s mission globally.
The AWF ICTE’s (International Commission of Theological Education) vision is to further enable and grow the mission of The Christian and Missionary Alliance worldwide and, therefore, to glorify the triune God.
For more than 20 years, war has devastated this region of Sudan, with civilians suffering from starvation, violence, displacement, and a lack of medical care. Warring factions target neighborhoods, gas stations and medical facilities, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. Yet, God’s light continues to shine in these dark times.
In their latest mission to the Grand Equateur region, two dedicated missionary families have been diligently working to bring the gospel to the Pygmy communities.
Alliance churches in India are experiencing a new era in their life and ministry across Maharashtra and Gujarat states, as the work of evangelists and pastors yields spiritual fruits in towns and villages.
In 2022, INFORMA Seminary, a vital Christian institution in Spain, embarked on a mission to empower Latino communities across the EMERALD Region.
Mark Leonard Jones’ life was characterized by the commitment to his faith, and spreading God’s love, mercy, justice, and salvation worldwide through his ministry with CAMA Services and The Alliance Canada.
In a historic move, Jang Mi Kyung, also known as Zenas, has been elected the first female president of the Alliance Church Korea.
The Thailand Chistian and Missionary Alliance (TCMA) Church, the Evangelical Church of Vietnam North (ECVN-C&MA) and the Alliance World Fellowship (AWF) have been collaborating since 2018 to bring the gospel to Vietnamese people in Thailand.
The new president’s plans for the C&MA Church of Mexico include fostering pastoral unity through district collaboration, developing a uniform Christian education program, preparing new ministers, and bolstering missionary efforts.
Terrorist attacks have wreaked havoc on the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Burkina Faso, displacing thousands and causing widespread devastation.
Rev. Albert Bilongo’s journey was marked by a resolute commitment to his divine calling. He inherited a legacy of faith and service, dedicating his life to the ministry.
“Unity is strength” is a popular saying attributed to the Spanish liberator Simón Bolívar to express that there is strength in the unity of peoples. And as long ago as 900 B.C., wise King Solomon said, “And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken” (Ecclesiastes 4:12). With this he affirmed that no matter how good two people are together, three are even better because they are like a solid rope.
The fourth AWF Africa Missions Conference was held in Lomé, Togo in February 2024. Passionate delegates from across the continent gathered for strengthening missions through collaboration.
The Old City Jerusalem Alliance Church began in 1890, when it embarked on its mission during political turmoil in the region. Today, nestled amid ancient stones, it stands as a beacon of hope, proudly representing the sole Arab evangelical presence in the Old City. Though their journey has been fraught with challenges, their unwavering spirit shines brightly.
After the catastrophic earthquake that shook the region on February 6, 2023, the Alliance church in Aleppo has become a home for the displaced and a symbol of resilience for the community.
Ideas, resources, stories, and new connections shared, and a network is born: “The Alliance Network Against Human Trafficking.”
The AWF Africa Regional Conference focused on themes of Relief and Development, Missions, Women’s Ministries, and organizational updates, with an overarching emphasis on restoring broken relationships with God, each other, and creation, and fostering unity and collaboration within the Alliance family across Africa.
In Peru, a diverse group of individuals converged with a purpose—to be light in the midst of darkness, heralds of love to the marginalized, and messengers of salvation to those yearning for redemption.