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New animated film ‘Light of the World’ brings Jesus’ story to life through the eyes of apostle John
A new animated film titled Light of the World is set to premiere in theaters across the United States on September 5, 2025. Told from the perspective of the Apostle John, the film uses hand-drawn 2D animation to depict the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, aiming to engage audiences of all ages with a personal and reflective portrayal of the Gospel narrative.

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Jamal Roberts, Mississippi PE teacher and worship leader, wins season 23 of American Idol
Jamal Roberts, a high school physical education teacher from Mississippi and father of three, has been named the winner of American Idol season 23. Known for his deep gospel roots and emotional performances, Roberts captured the hearts of audiences across the country with his authenticity and vocal talent.

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Korea's largest christian umbrella group urges responsible voting ahead of presidential election
The Christian Council of Korea (CCK), one of the country's largest Christian umbrella organizations, released an official statement on May 16 outlining its position on the upcoming 21st presidential election. The statement emphasized the importance of responsible voting, policy-focused campaigning, and clear stances on moral and social issues.

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Joni Lamb’s granddaughter abuse case closed without charges
a police investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving the granddaughter of daystar television co-founder Joni Lamb has been officially closed due to insufficient evidence, local authorities confirmed this week.

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They’re searching for what’s real”: Will Graham highlights Gen Z’s spiritual hunger
Evangelist Will Graham observes that today's younger generation is not turning away from faith but is instead seeking deeper meaning, identity, and truth through it.

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Nick Vujicic's Documentary 'No Limbs, No Limits' Set for September Release
Global evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic's first biographical documentary, No Limbs, No Limits: The Nick V Story, is slated for release on September 25 this year.

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Over 8,000 Gather in Kuala Lumpur as Malaysia's Fire Conference Ignites Wave of Spiritual Revival
A powerful spiritual revival is sweeping through Malaysia, drawing more than 8,000 attendees to the 2026 Kuala Lumpur Fire Conference (2026吉隆坡烈火特會) held from March 23 to 25.

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Finnish Parliamentarian Found Guilty of Hate Speech Over Booklet Labeling Homosexuality a 'Disorder'
Finnish Member of Parliament and practicing physician Päivi Räsänen was convicted on March 26 of incitement against an ethnic group, following a split 3–2 court decision.

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Bible Society Retracts ‘The Quiet Revival’ Report After YouGov Admits Data Error
Research and data analytics firm YouGov issued a statement on March 26 admitting to flaws in a 2024 study it conducted for the Bible Society. The data had been cited in the Bible Society’s widely circulated report The Quiet Revival, which claimed rising church attendance among young people signaled a “quiet revival” underway in England and Wales.

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CCCOWE HK Seminar Addresses New Frontiers in Workplace Mission
Recognizing the growing challenges faced by believers in integrating faith into their professional lives, CCCOWE Hong Kong Region Committee convened the "Igniting the Workplace: Missionary Heart" seminar on March 14. The event featured prominent urban missiologists, workplace mission experts, and guest Wong Cho-lam (王祖藍), who collectively sought to identify new pathways for pastoral care and evangelism within the modern workplace.
