Amid ongoing dangers, Christian leaders in Nigeria this month recalled the exemplary faith of indigenous missionaries who gave their lives in areas overrun by Islamic extremist militants.
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Christian Missionaries Told to Leave Nepal
An extremist Hindu group in Nepal has told Christian missionaries to leave the country.
Missionary Couple Reunited with Child Swapped at Birth
A missionary couple recently received their baby back after the child was swapped at birth.
Southern Baptists to Cut up to 800 Missionaries due to Lack of Funds
The International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention announced this week that it will need to cut staff and missionaries to balance its budget.
A Tribute to Elisabeth Elliot
The woman who wrote "Through Gates of Splendor" has gone through them herself. This is a special tribute to Elisabeth Elliot.
Franklin Graham Honors Elisabeth Elliot
Evangelist Franklin Graham has written a tribute to deceased Christian missionary Elisabeth Elliot, lauding her as an inspirational speaker and “great example.”
Missionary and Author Elisabeth Elliot Dies at 88
Influential Christian writer Elisabeth Elliot has died at the age of 88.
For SBC Missionaries, The Baptist Faith and Message is the Touchstone
The Southern Baptist Convention International Mission Board trustees approved policy changes last week regarding baseline qualifications for missionaries.
Southern Baptists to Open Their Ranks to Missionaries Who Speak in Tongues
After decade-long resistance, the Southern Baptist Convention will admit missionary candidates who speak in tongues, a practice associated with Pentecostal and charismatic churches.
Vatican Pushes Ahead with Sainthood for Missionary Priest Junipero Serra
Despite growing resistance, the Vatican on Saturday will host an event to celebrate the life of Junípero Serra, the Spanish missionary priest whom Pope Francis plans to canonize.
