Welcome to our first edition of UNITE 2026.
As we journey together toward 2033, marking the 2,000th anniversary of the birth of the Church, we are reminded that the Great Commission remains both our collective calling and our present responsibility.
In this issue of UNITE, you will find – |
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From the desk of the Secretary General |
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Greetings from Nazareth in the Holy Land. The region has once again been drawn into widespread conflict affecting neighboring countries, with frequent sirens and missile threats confining people to their homes and shelters. While conditions here remain more stable than in areas experiencing displacement and heavy loss of life, the suffering across the region is deeply felt. This situation stands in contrast to God’s desire for human dignity, peace, and harmony. There is a heartfelt call for prayer—for peace in the Middle East, for the protection of lives, and for the Church to continue bearing the message of hope, dignity, and peace. |
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Introducing Lenten Reflection |
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News from our Global Family |
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EAC Appoints New Regional Secretariat Leadership |
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The Association of Evangelicals in Africa celebrates 60th Anniversary |
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The Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA) held a Thanksgiving Service at the AEA Plaza to mark 60 years of evangelical witness and service. This gathering brought together AEA leadership and Nairobi based delegates representing the past and the present. It served as a key point in the ongoing work of Vision 2066, which is the 50 year strategic roadmap titled “The Africa God Wants” that was first launched in 2016. Read More |
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Stronger Together - Collaborating in Malta |
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Dr. Peirong Lin with MENA Leaders |
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Chief of Staff, Dr. Peirong Lin participated in the Blue Med Consultation held in Malta from February 23–27. After engaging with Alliance leaders from the MENA region, she shares her reflections on collaboration. Read More |
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The European Evangelical Alliance is deeply disappointed |
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The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) expresses its profound disappointment regarding the recent judgment of the Supreme Court of Finland. In this decision, Päivi Räsänen and Juhana Pohjola were convicted of “making and keeping available to the public a text that insults a group.” The case concerns a 2004 pamphlet, Male and Female, He Created Them, presenting a biblical perspective on human sexuality. Read More |
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from Left- Markus Hofer, UN Communications and Advocacy Officer; Rev. Botrus Mansour, Secretary General, WEA; Benjamin Daniel (Pakistan representative) and Dr. Janet Epp Buckingham, Director of WEA Geneva Office |
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Rev. Botrus Mansour visited the WEA Office to the United Nations in Geneva on 23 February, during the opening of the UN Human Rights Council, which featured addresses from the UN Secretary-General, the High Commissioner for Human Rights, and global leaders outlining 2026 priorities.
He also met with Michael Weiner of the Faith4Rights initiative to share updates on religious minorities in the Holy Land. The visit provided an opportunity for WEA Geneva staff to engage with Rev. Mansour on his priorities, particularly freedom of religion or belief, while giving him insight into WEA’s advocacy work in Geneva. |
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WEA Participates in MANI Consultation |
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Rev. Jan Wessels (Co-General Secretary, European Evangelical Alliance) and Rev. Esme Bowers (WEA Director, Church Engagement) |
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MANI continues to serve as a ‘network of networks,’ catalyzing collaboration, mobilization, and mission across Africa and beyond. It works alongside partners such as the WEA Missions Commission, AEA, Lausanne, Joshua Project, and TWMA. Representatives from these bodies, including WEA leaders, actively participated, alongside strong representation from national evangelical alliances. Read More |
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Secretary General Addresses Religious Freedom Roundtable |
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The WEA strengthens its global advocacy efforts and partnerships in defense of religious freedom and human dignity. WEA Advocacy Director Dr. Kyle Wisdom and UN Acting Permanent Representative Dr. Jason Pope were in attendance alongside Rev. Botrus Mansour. Read More |
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In this edition, we are pleased to feature the story from Evangelical Fellowship of Botswana (EFB), led by Gaofenngwe Edison Mooketsane as the General Secretary of the alliance. |
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We want to celebrate and share your stories too! |
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As part of our shared vision to see the Gospel reach every person by 2033, we celebrate how Christian leaders around the world are faithfully proclaiming the Good News. Across nations and cultures, followers of Christ are adapting to the needs and realities of their communities, using new technologies, local languages, and context-sensitive ministries to make the message of Jesus accessible to all.
Join us for a special webinar on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, at 9AM EDT, 1PM GMT, 3PM CEST, 9PM SGT
We warmly invite leaders, churches, and believers from every region to set this time apart, come together online, and be equipped and inspired as we press toward the vision of the Gospel for everyone by 2033. |
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Highlights from the past Webinars and ongoing Podcasts |
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Live Interview with Rev. Rick Warren, on 'Role of the Global Church' |
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Watch the Webinar here, (on the left)- Rev. Rick Warren; (on the right)- Dr. Peirong Lin (host) |
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From Lutheran to Pentecostal traditions, Rev. Warren urged the global church to celebrate diversity while joining together in fulfilling the Great Commission: “We are not in competition; we need as many kinds of churches as there are kinds of people.” Grounding this vision in God’s love, he reminded us that the church’s mission flows from God’s heart for every person. Read More |
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Strengthening the Church Through Unity |
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Watch the interview, hosted by Dr. Mark Turman, from Denison Forum as Rev. Botrus Mansour explores why Christian unity matters and how it strengthens the church’s witness around the world. |
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With the theme ‘Gospel for Everyone by 2033,’ the World Evangelical Alliance continues to call the global Church toward a shared vision of unity in mission and urgency in witness. At a time when the world is marked by deep uncertainty and unrest, including ongoing conflicts across the Middle East, this calling becomes even more pressing. In the midst of division, suffering, and instability, the Church is invited to stand as a witness of hope, reconciliation, and the unchanging love of Christ. Read More |
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Podcasts with Brian Stiller |
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A timely and relevant podcast that dives into the contemporary issues which are impacting Christian life and witness around the world. Guests include leaders, writers, and influencers, all exploring faith from different perspectives and persuasions. Hosted by Brian Stiller, Global Ambassador for the World Evangelical Alliance -- our hope is that each person listening will come away informed, encouraged, challenged and inspired! |
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Family Challenge- Family Revival Podcasts |
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Tune in to the Family Revival Podcasts by Rev. P.C. Mathew and join believers around the world in prayer for families. Commit to a simple rhythm—seven minutes a day, over seven days, for seven weeks—guided by the weekly prayer theme. As we come together in repentance and intercession, we trust that the Lord hears and brings renewal to our homes and churches. Feel free to share this with others who may want to join in prayer. Read More |
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Watch the online prayer session |
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At the beginning of 2026, we gathered for a worldwide online prayer meeting, acknowledging God as our loving Father and sovereign Lord while seeking renewal, deeper intimacy, and a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. We prayed for unity and boldness in the global Church, interceded for nations in crisis, and sought God’s guidance for the year ahead—that His will be done in and through us as we remain faithful to His call. Let us continue to pray as we seek God’s intervention for peace in the Middle Eastern region such as Lebanon, Erbil (Kurdistan region of Iraq), Syria. |
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Introducing Senior Communications Officer |
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Daoud Kuttab is an award-winning Palestinian journalist residing in Amman and Jerusalem. A lifetime friend of our Secretary General, Rev. Mansour, Daoud Kuttab, has recently retired from his day job and has been very happy to volunteer and support the work of the World Evangelical Alliance as Senior Communications Officer. Read More |
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Leadership Transition of Rev. Samuel E. Chiang |
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The WEA announces that Rev. Samuel E. Chiang will conclude his role as Deputy Secretary General for Ministries and transition into a new capacity as Special Advisor to the Secretary General, effective 1st March, 2026. Read More |
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The World Evangelical Alliance invites you to partner in the urgent mission of ‘Gospel for Everyone by 2033.’ As we work together to reach every nation, language, and people group, your support enables collaboration, discipleship, and gospel witness where it is needed most. Together, we can ensure that no one is left without the opportunity to hear. |
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Over two billion Christians in the world today are represented by three world church bodies. The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) is one of those, serving more than 650 million evangelicals belonging to churches that are part of 163 national Evangelical Alliances in 9 regions. Launched in London in 1846, the WEA unites evangelicals across denominations for prayer, evangelism, mission, theological education, religious freedom, human rights advocacy, relief, and engagement in a wide range of social issues. It speaks with one voice to United Nations, governments, and media in public or through behind-the-scenes diplomacy on issues of common concern to the Church. For more information, visit worldea.org WEA has been a charter member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability since 1980. WEA is audited annually by an independent public accounting firm. WEA is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. In the United States, your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. |
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