Zprávy HCJB 12.5.2004

 BAPTISTICKÝ VŮDCE VYZÝVÁ KE KŘESŤANSKÉMU ZPŮSOBU ŽIVOTA
   Jeden z představitelů největší národní evangelikální denominace říká, že si věřící potřebují uvědomit své postavení v Božím království a žít skutečně křesťanským životem každý den. Dr. Jimmy Draper, prezident Lifeway Christian Resources ze Southern Baptist Convention, říká,že množství sborů v denominaci už roky zažívá pokles zájmu věřících o šíření Krista mezi nevěřícími. Věří, že zápas o duše je nedílnou součástí identity baptistů a ta musí být znovu zdůrazněná. Draper říká, že někteří lidé mají na jižní baptisty tento názor: „Všechno, co o vás baptistech víme, je všechno, proti čemu jste.“ Souhlasně připouští, že „jsou jisté věci, proti kterým musíme vystupovat, protože jsme bibličtí lidé.“ Ale vedoucí Lifeway říká, že je důležité i to, pro co baptisté jsou. „To, za čím stojíme, to naplňuje velké poslání a pomáhá lidem poznat Krista.“ (Agape Press)
 
 VŠECHNY ZPRÁVY V ANGLIČTINĚ
   FUTURE OF CHECHEN MINISTRY IN LIMBO WITH PRESIDENT’S DEATH The assassination of Chechnya's President Akhmad Kadyrov may put an end to what was being called a relative calm in the civil war embattled region. Russian Ministries' had been providing assistance to children affected by the civil war there. Ministry spokesman Sergey Rakhuba said orphans and disabled children are in desperate need and the terrorist attack makes their work more difficult. "It raises lots of hostility again against Russians," he said. Akhmad Kadyrov’s election a few months ago brought peace to the region. "Not just relative peace, it was a lot of hope the situation would be stabilized." He continued, "Our missionaries had a lot more freedom to [work in] the hospitals, children’s homes there, and the schools. Lots of families were coming to our distribution places there, seeking humanitarian and spiritual help. We hope the door will remain open." Rakhuba said the assassination puts all feelings of security on hold and raises questions about the future of their ministry in Chechnya. (Mission Network News) * HCJB World Radio actively helps develop a variety of local radio ministries in Euro-Asia (Central Europe, Ukraine, Russia and other countries in the Commonwealth of Independent States). Full-time positions are open, including helping train future Christian broadcasters, technical assistance (information technology, broadcast studio design and construction), program development and administrative roles. PROTESTORS TO CAMPAIGN FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AT ERITREAN EMBASSY Protestors are expected to campaign outside the Eritrean Embassy in London on May 21 in response to the continuing persecution of Christians in the small country. Eritrean security forces have raided dozens of homes since the activities of all but the Orthodox, Lutheran Evangelical and Roman Catholic churches were banned. Hundreds of Christians have been arrested, including young children, simply for having a Bible or attending a Christian meeting. There are reported to be at least 375 Christians in prison, many having served nearly two years. Rev. Abraham Y Bula, Chairman of the Eritrean Christian Fellowship in Europe, stated that the fellowship regretted having to speak out about human rights violations in Eritrea and had only done so following the failure of numerous attempts to engage the government in a dialogue about the issue. (Christian Solidarity Worldwide) 'TOGETHER FOR EUROPE' ECUMENICAL GATHERING DRAWS 10,000 CHRISTIANS Protestant, Catholic, Anglican and Orthodox Christians have pledged to influence the European continent with the transforming power of the gospel message. More than 10,000 members of 175 Christian movements took part in the first major ecumenical gathering after the enlargement of the European Union in Stuttgart, Germany, May 8. The meeting, called "Together for Europe," was addressed by the President of the European Commission, Romano Prodi, who urged Christians to promote tolerance and reminded them of Europe ’s Christian heritage. "One cannot understand the history of Europe without the history of Christianity," he said. He stressed that Europe must not turn into a fortress because of terrorism, since the real answer to this threat is to strengthen democratic institutions. The Pope sent a message to the meeting, which was televised by satellite to 160 locations in Europe. Cardinal Walter Kasper, President of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, described the meeting as a “milestone” for the ecumenical movement. (Idea) PRACTICE LIFESTYLE CHRISTIANITY, BAPTIST LEADER URGES An official with the nation’s largest evangelical denomination says believers need to remember their citizenship in God’s kingdom and practice lifestyle Christianity in their daily lives. Dr. Jimmy Draper, president of Lifeway Christian Resources, a ministry of the Southern Baptist Convention, says for years many churches in the denomination have experienced a waning sense of urgency about reaching people for Christ. He believes soul winning is a significant part of Baptist identity that needs to be re-emphasized. Draper says some people look at Southern Baptists and say, "All we know about you Baptists is what you’re against.” He willingly admits that “there are some things we have to be against because we’re a biblical people." But Lifeway’s leader says it is what Southern Baptists are for that really counts. "What we’re for is fulfilling the great commission and helping people come to know Christ." (Agape Press) 'IN GOD WE TRUST' OK IN OKLAHOMA SCHOOLS An Oklahoma pro-family advocate says she is overjoyed that her state has made it legal to post In God We Trust" in all public school classrooms. This week, Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry signed into law a measure that allows every classroom, cafeteria, and auditorium to display posters bearing the phrases "E Pluribus Unum" (Out of Many One) and the national motto "In God We Trust." State law did not prohibit schools from posting the mottos, but now teachers and principals are reassured they can use the mottos without risking lawsuits. Patty Morton is president of the group Oklahomans for Patriotic Values, which worked for two years to get the bill passed. (Agape Press) NAVIGATOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES LEADERSHIP SUCCESSION PROCESS Dr. Jerry White, international president of The Navigators, has initiated the selection of a successor, to be named in the fall of 2004. The Navigators is a worldwide partnership focused on evangelizing and discipling the nations. "I will not be retiring," said White. "Organizationally, I will continue in an active role as chairman of The Navigators U.S. Board of Directors." In addition to serving Navigator staff as a coach and mentor, White plans to be a resource to his successor and continue to contribute to the body of Christ through speaking and writing. When asked about the reasons for the transition, White, 66, explained, "I believe that my major contribution has been made, and I want to pass on the leadership to the next generation in a timely manner." White has been on staff with the organization since 1966, and became the third international president in The Navigators’ 71-year history in 1986. (Navigators)
 

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