The worst that could happen
2 April 2020 | St Albans, UK [tedNEWS] A Scandinavian doctor with broad experience in international humanitarian work wrote a poem and drew a sketch that reflects his experience while serving in another part of the world. We do not name him for security reasons, but thank you for your prayers for him, as much as…
Read MorePhysically separated but ‘still together’, TED staff post defiant message
2 April 2020 | St Albans, UK [tedNEWS] Trans-European Division staff may be in lockdown, working from home and radically needing to adjust their routines, but this week they sent out a very strong message that ‘we are still together’, while showing support for the many leaders, pastors, church members and volunteers across Europe, who…
Read MoreBaptism in Croatia plea despite Coronavirus Lockdown
2 April 2020 | Sisak, Croatia [APN, Daniel Purda / tedNEWS] No viral pandemic was going to stop one man from making public his commitment to Christ.
Read MoreTiny particle creating huge problems
30 March 2020 | Oslo, Norway [Tor Tjeransen] It is hard to believe that something so small can cause so much damage! Over recent weeks, the news has been flooded with reports about COVID-19 and the huge problems this pandemic is creating across the world. But how much do you know about the miniscule culprit…
Read MoreHelping children (and others) with viral anxiety
The coronavirus outbreak has naturally triggered an enormous outpouring of anxiety. The escalating crisis is in the news every time we turn on the TV or tap on our phones. Life has suddenly turned upside down and the rules are being rewritten daily. Families are working, studying, caring for each other and trying to stay…
Read MoreDear Grandparents – a message of love from around the world
27 March 2020 | St Albans, UK [Victor Hulbert / Corrado Cozzi] #dear grandparents, a short social media clip released today is already bringing both a smile and a tear to grandparents, parents and children around the world.Already being translated and subtitled in a multitude of languages including Romanian, Slovenian, Spanish and Swedish, 15 children…
Read MorePrayer without borders – defying social isolation
26 March 2020 | Tallinn, Estonia [Mervi Kalmus] After suffering from a mild temperature (and psychosomatic chest pains, of course) a couple of days ago, I realised the only responsible thing for me to do was to isolate myself and bring my social contacts to zero. It’s a strange situation for a minister, since being around…
Read MoreCaring for community even in lockdown – churches across Europe respond
26 March 2020 | St Albans, UK [Victor Hulbert] Adventist Churches and institutions across the Trans-European Division are working hard to support members, students, and community during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreThe value of one life. Ethical decisions in a time of crisis
25 March 2020 | Athens, Greece [Yannis Vrakas/ tedNEWS] Yannis Vrakas, Associate Secretary-Treasurer for the Greek Mission, reflects on the ethical implications of the current coronavirus lockdown affecting his country and large parts of Europe. How much does a life cost? How much does keeping someone alive cost?
Read MoreHungarian pastor cares for marriages during coronavirus isolation
25 March 2020 | Budapest, Hungary [Tamás Ócsai] The COVID-19 pandemic is not just a threat to our physical health, but equally a challenge for our emotional and relational lives. As the quarantine in China loosened, people went in unusual numbers to the offices to apply for divorce.i
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