A 95% increase since 2006. That is the growth of the foreign-born population in Buffalo, New York. Buffalo is a medium-sized U. S. city. Gone are the days when migrants landed and remained in the largest cities. And since 2003, 10,000 refugees alone have relocated to this city. The majority […]
Demographics
Yesterday marked the beginning of the largest Hindu festival, Diwali. This is a time of celebrating the victory of good over evil, light over darkness. Its significance to Hindus has been compared to the significance of Christmas to Christians. Of all countries, India is home to the largest number of […]
Diwali: Festival of Lights
Here is an interesting article from NPR on the refugee crisis in Europe. This one, however, addresses Muslims converting to Christianity–some to avoid being sent home, others experiencing repentance and faith. Check it out. It is worth your time and thought on an important issue today. ———- Apostolic Church Planting […]
Refugee Conversions in Europe
Important findings were released today from the Pew Research Center. In a survey of more than 35,000 U. S. adults, the study examined numerous aspects about religiosity and Americans. Below are a few findings. Be sure to read the article. overall adult population is now less religious than in 2007 […]
U. S. Becoming Less Religious
Here is one of the most helpful (and brief) articles I have read on the statistical and geographical details related to the refugees and asylees in the United States. Want to know the difference between a refugee and an asylee? How many refugees will be allowed in the United States […]
Questions Answered about Refugees
Everyone wants to go to the cool places in the United States. The New Yorks, Seattles, Miamis, and Los Angeleses. There are many unreached people groups living in such locations. And we must continue to go to these places. But the cost of living in such communities prohibits some church planting […]