Making Christmas Brighter This Christmas season was a beautiful reflection of God’s love in action—and it was made possible because of you. What was given was far more than a present. It was hope. It was dignity. It was joy. And it was a powerful reminder of the true reason we celebrate the birth of Jesus. Here in India, there are many festivals throughout the year that people joyfully observe. For Christians, however, Christmas stands as our one great celebration. Easter, though central to...

Compiled by John Hill, editor On Saturday, January 10, 2026, leaders, directors, and ministry representatives gathered in Rogers Chapel at the University of Mount Olive for the Annual Unity Prayer Gathering. Dr. Ricky Warren, Convention President, presided over the meeting and called those present to worship. He challenged participants to pursue genuine unity through the ministry of prayer. The gathering centered around three intentional prayer experiences: corporate prayer for specific...

“Building Boxes at Black Jack” had another incredible year as our church family packed more than 1,000 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child, a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. These simple shoebox gifts—filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items—travel across the globe to children in need, delivering both practical help and the love of Christ in a tangible way. Black Jack OFWB has embraced this ministry since 2018, and each year we witness how God uses it to unite our church and...