World Christian Ministries: News Stories 2006

Year in Review - A Personal Perspective

December 19, 2006
This newsletter is our year in review, and shares part of our personal and family life as well as ministry affairs. Click title to read the newsletter.

The Savior Is Born All Over Again

December 14, 2006

by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, we learn that He is born all over again in the hearts of thousands around the world. Here are several reports that will encourage your heart.

The Savior Is Born All Over Again

December 14, 2006
This Christmas season when we celebrate the birth of our Savior, we learn that He is born all over again in the hearts of thousands around the world. Here are several reports that will encourage your heart. Click title to read more.

Persecution of Christians in India - Highlights

December 12, 2006
by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

Here are three highlights on persecution issues in India: (1) Persecution related to Emmanuel Ministries International, (2) Rampant persecution in Madhya Pradesh, and (3) persecution in several other places of India.

India Ministry Reaps Harvest

November 21, 2006

By John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

Ruth had a heart to reach out to women and tribals with the gospel. Now the sons are carring on that effective ministry.

India Ministry Reaps Harvest

November 21, 2006
Two newsletters ago I told you how Rizzy Montes’ ministry was effectively multiplied by his sons and daughters in the Philippines. Today I want to tell you about an effective tribal outreach and church-planting ministry in southern India.

Is China Showing Her True Colors?

November 11, 2006

by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

See if you don't agree that these recent events show China’s true colors when it comes to allowing Christians freedom to worship.

Is China Showing Its True Colors Towards Christians?

November 11, 2006
With International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church (IDOP) this Sunday, and China on the fast track to the 2008 Summer Olympics, I thought it would be good to look at her treatment of Christians. Do these recent events show China’s true colors when it comes to allowing Christians freedom to worship?

Bright Lights in the Mission Sky

October 19, 2006

by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

Though persecution shows no sign of letting up, here are some bright spots in the mission sky to encourage you.

Bright Lights in the Mission Sky

October 19, 2006
Though the wave of persecution continues in India and around the world, I want to encourage your hearts by telling you of several bright spots in the mission sky. Read about a bright light in India, brightness in the Philippines, "Across the China Sky," and spectacular views of "Big Sky" country.

Horrific Flooding Hits Orissa State

September 21, 2006

by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

15,000 villages submerged! 100,000 houses destroyed! 3.5 million acres flooded. Here's the horrific flood story in India that the U.S. news media has ignored.

Horrific Flooding Hits Orissa State, India

September 21, 2006
15,000 villages submerged! 100,000 houses destroyed! 3.5 million acres of agricultural land affected! 900 people dead! ...For the fifth time this year, floods struck again in early September at the impoverished state of Orissa, devastating what was already a sodden mess.

Rajasthan State Officials Molest Girls in Orphanage

July 7, 2006

by John Lindner, D.M.

State officials in India, charged with protecting society, have reportedly trespassed and attempted to rape girls in a Christian orphanage.

Count It All Joy

July 6, 2006

by John M. Lindner, D.Miss.

This time I want to share with you some of the brightness and joy they are experiencing as they minister in the name of Christ.

Count It All Joy

July 6, 2006
I long have felt burdened to share with you some of the suffering and persecution our brothers and sisters in Christ endure in India and elsewhere. This time I want to share with you some of the brightness and joy they are experiencing as they minister in the name of Christ.

Transforming Partnerships Highlight COSIM Conference

July 5, 2006

by John Lindner, D.M.

“Partnerships That Transform—Here and There” was the theme of the missions conference that marked the 10^th anniversary of COSIM—Coalition On the Support of Indigenous Ministries, held in Wheaton, Illinois, June 12-14. Leaders from indigenous missions, American mission agencies, and U.S. churches expounded the theme.

Those who mocked God....

June 27, 2006

Retold from the Internet

It is written in the Bible, "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap” (Galatians 6:7). Some persons who mocked God learned their lesson the hard way:

Hindu fundamentalists “re-convert” more than 600 tribal Christians

June 27, 2006

by Nirmala Carvalho for AsiaNews.it

The ceremony was one of the largest ever to take place in Orissa. But the Church has warned that these were no re-conversions: the tribals had never been “Hindu”, and “this is only propaganda by extremist parties”. Catholic activists have urged the central government to monitor states of the Union led by the BJP.

Summary of Persecution in India (List)

May through early June, 2006

June 12, 2006

by John Lindner, D.M.

The central government of India has asked for a complete report of all the incidents of persecution against Christians so far this year. The following digest does not pretend to include such incidents, but provides a sampling so that the fierceness of the persecution against Christians—often with official state government collusion—can be assessed.

A New Nepal

May 24, 2006

By Roxanne Anderson
May 18, 2006--the day a new Nepal was born! So declared the local news service, Nepali Times. Other news compared the political changes that occurred as a “21st century Magna Carta.” What makes the events of the past week so significant? The answers come from Nepal itself.

World Developments Affect Missions

May 24, 2006
Many things are happening right now in India, Nepal, Indonesia and elsewhere that drastically affect the effort of world evangelization. Here are a few items of impact.

The Raging Truth Behind India's Dalits

May 24, 2006

By John M. Lindner, D.M.

In India the majority does not rule. Millions of Dalits are suppressed, deprived of opportunity, and are targeted by nationalistic Hindus. Offers to help them advance are met with counter measures to keep them suppressed. And they face wicked suppression by high-caste Hindus. Here’s their little-known story.

India Ministry Weathers Attacks by Hostile Forces

April 1, 2006
Emmanuel Ministries, International, headquartered in Kota, Rajasthan, has been under siege by anti-Christian forces, now, for two months. Their leader, Dr. Samuel Thomas, has been arrested on vague charges and held in jail without bail. Their buildings have been sealed, their vehicles impounded, and their bank accounts frozen. Here’s what happened next.

Our Trip to India

March 27, 2006
John and I are safely back from our 20-day trip to India, grateful to God for answering your prayers on our behalf. What an incredible time we had, as we were immersed in the culture and conditions of that vast land.

Rajasthan in Crisis: We're Heading to India

March 1, 2006
Hopegivers ministries headquartered in Rajasthan State of India has been under siege for the last two weeks. Radical Hindus are doing everything within their power to shut them down, but our God is greater. This newsletter tells the dramatic story.

Hopegivers / Emmanuel Lists Attacks
and Calls for Investigation

February 27, 2006

Memorandum from Michael Glenn, Executive Director, Hopegivers International

Hopegivers presents list of attacks and urges investigation into illegal disinformation and persecution campaign in India.

Hindu Radicals Destroy Christian Church and School

February 18, 2006

By John M. Lindner, D.M.

Kota graduation exercises put on hold as militant leader promises great slaughter of Christians in India.

Shabri Kumbh Comes and Goes Without Incident,
but Christians Fear What’s Ahead

February 17, 2006

By John Lindner, D.M.

The Shabri Kumbh came and went peacefully in the Dangs District of Gujarat State, India, last weekend. Christians thank the international exposure and the actions of courts and federal and state authorities for ensuring order, but fear attacks may be down the road.

Prayer Alert: Hindu Rally Alarms Christians in India

February 10, 2006
Many Christians fear a large Hindu festival in western Gujarat State of India this weekend, February 11-13, may result in violence against the tribal Christians of that area.

Prayer Alert: Hindu Rally Alarms Christians in India

February 8, 2006

By John M. Lindner, D.M.

Many fear Hindu “re-awakening” conference scheduled for February 11-13 will provoke attacks against Christians.

Militant Mob Stones Child to Death In India

January 27, 2006

By John Lindner, D.M.
An angry mob of anti-social fanatics stoned an orphanage in northern India, Thursday, January 26, killing one of the children in the rampage.

Evangelicals Growing Worldwide; Declining in U.S.

January 17, 2006

By John Lindner, D.M.
According to a report by Todd Johnson, Ph.D., Director of the Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, the center of evangelical Christianity has shifted to the southern hemisphere. It no longer rests in Europe and the USA.

How Address the Persecution of Christians?

January 17, 2006
The persecution of believers shows no signs of letting up. If fact, there are indications it will get worse. So for 2006, I plead with you to pray with me about the burden of my heart—and that is to seek how Christian organizations and the believers who consult them can more effectively address this problem.