Among the foreign-born population of Philadelphia, 39% originated in Asia. Immigrants coming from Asia represent the majority of international newcomers to Philly. In South Philly, there is a small community of Indonesians that have made their imprint on the city. Population estimates vary, but the … [Read more...] about Since the 90’s an Indonesian community has called Philadelphia home
Nashville is home to a vibrant Somali community
What comes to mind when you think of Nashville? If you’re like most people, you probably picture a vibrant music scene. Perhaps you think of Vanderbilt, Lipscomb, or Belmont universities. As a Christian, you might think of the many churches making up the “Bible Belt” landscape of the Tennessee … [Read more...] about Nashville is home to a vibrant Somali community
Miami is a Mission Field!
Are you interested in cross-cultural mission work? Miami is a multicultural & international mission field. The metropolitan area of Miami is reportedly home to over 2,400,000 global migrants. Spanish is as common as English, but Haitian Creole, Jamaican Patois, Turkish, or Arabic are easily … [Read more...] about Miami is a Mission Field!
Exploring House Church?
I've spent a number of years doing "house church." (I put this in quotes because we've also done church in a diner or at the park, etc. It's not really about the place, and that's part of the point.) Talking about house church, sometimes we use descriptions like simple church, organic church, … [Read more...] about Exploring House Church?
Philadelphia is Home to Growing Asian Communities
When you think of Philadelphia, does it ever come to mind as a hub of Asian cultures? Nearly 40% of Philly’s immigrant population in recent years has come from China, and the city is host to dynamic Asian communities from throughout the continent. From Cambodians or Indonesians in South Philly to … [Read more...] about Philadelphia is Home to Growing Asian Communities
London is a dynamic Chinese hub
When you think the global peoples of London, do Chinese communities to mind? In fact, London is home to over 125,000 Chinese residents. Chinatown in Central London hosts cafes and shops by Londoners from China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong as well as Korea, Indonesia, and Vietnam. As the Chinese … [Read more...] about London is a dynamic Chinese hub
Millions of Sudanese have been displaced
Sudan is experiencing a violent crisis that is leading to millions of displaced people. 1.8 million people have escaped the violence of Sudan’s civil war to find refuge in Chad, Egypt, or other nearby countries. At least an additional 6 million have left their homes but remain inside the border of … [Read more...] about Millions of Sudanese have been displaced
Philadephia is home to diverse South Asian communities
Reaching South Asians is a mission priority. Not only did India pass up China in 2023 as the world’s most populated country, but it is also home the greatest concentration of unreached people groups. In recent years, there has been a resurgence in Hindu fundamentalism and increased persecution … [Read more...] about Philadephia is home to diverse South Asian communities
Philadelphia is home to nations from across Latin America
Philadelphia has a long history as a new home to global migrants. New arrivals from Italy, Germany, England, and Ireland became part of the fabric of 19th Century Philadelphia. By the early 20th Century, Philadelphia became one of the United States’ leading Puerto Rican cities. And today, … [Read more...] about Philadelphia is home to nations from across Latin America