Surfing for souls in Madagascar
Madagascar, the world’s fourth-largest island, is renowned for its beautiful avenues of baobab trees and its most famous, wide-eyed resident, the ring-tailed lemur. The island,…
Africa
A Method to his ministry
‘In Zimbabwe, names carry meaning,” said Method Moyo. “My father told me that, when I was born, the family was going through tough times. They…
‘When we read the Lord’s Prayer, they were freaking out’
BOM JESUS, Angola — Usually, the men ponder the weightier matters of Scripture while the women cook. That’s how it goes at most meetings among…
Africa needs disciples, not converts
BOM JESUS, Angola — Churches of Christ in Accra, Ghana, are growing at such a rate that their members will account for 10 percent of…
In Tanzania, fellowship comes with a discount safari
LONGIDO, Tanzania — I’ve traveled to Africa more than a dozen times and enjoyed a grand total of one safari. That adventure occurred in Victoria…
Around the World: Filmmakers in Iceland, success in Africa and more quick takes
Around the World is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ all over the globe. Got an idea for…
Voices Only: ‘Are You Washed in the Blood?’ ‘Standing on the Promises’ and a surprise birthday party
Welcome to Voices Only, your weekly roundup of spectacular a cappella. We've featured Uganda-based Jehovah Shalom Acapella a couple of times (including their catchy tune…
A special delivery for expectant mothers
Expectant mothers lined up to receive fruits and vegetables from Rodgers Namuswa at the Kalomo Hospital Mother’s Shelter in Zambia, a shelter that gives women…
Through disease, witchcraft and war, missionary nurses follow call to serve
Visiting Nigerian Christian Hospital several decades ago, I felt I was on holy ground, because it was set apart, unlike any mission work of Churches…
Fair-well to Deon: Chronicle’s board chair never forgot his native Africa
‘My boss is from Africa, y’know.” I’m going to miss saying that, especially to our African brothers and sisters. They’ve often reacted with disbelief…
