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Eastern Europe
How the Christian faith became Navalny's support in prison
The world was shocked when Russia announced the death of its most famous opposition politician: Alexey Navalny. What is lesser known is that the “dissident” was a professing Christian.In February 2021, it was a surprise for many when Navalny quoted the Bible during his final words in court. “I was…
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Christian Life
The time of Lent, what does that mean?
Christmas seems to be just over. Yet, the ecclesiastical year has started a new period: Lent. What is that about? And what are the different styles of the Christian denominations?After Valentine's Day, the stores fill their shelves with eggs, bunnies and little chicks. Suddenly, it feels like spring again. Yet,…
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Opinion
Comment: Valentine's Day could give you a second chance
Valentine’s Day is sweet. February 14 is the day of chocolate, flowers, and romantic feelings. But the day is more important than that. There are 365 days in a year. Except for a few special days, most are filled with work, chores and social obligations. People seem to be busier…
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European Union
Why mothers leave their child behind in a “baby box”
A child should grow up with his mother. That’s the theory. But in the real world, some new mothers are in panic and try to hide their baby. That is where the baby hatch seems to be an outcome. The number of them is growing in Europe.The baby hatches provide…
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Central Europe
Hungary supports Christian education, yet students lose their faith
Few Christian schools in Europe are so privileged as the ones in Hungary. The government fully subsidises them. That is quite rare in Europe. Yet, school leader Ábrám Tibor worries about students who leave their faith. Christian schools in Hungary are under threat, Tibor says. But the danger comes from…
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European Union
The times are “dark”, but Christian schools in Europe are growing
Hurdles and obstacles are there enough for Christian schools. But in many countries, the need is growing. It is the first time in many years that the number of Christian schools is rising. That was concluded at the Brussels Considerations, a conference where Christian school leaders from 13 EU member…
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European Union
Is the end coming for intercountry adoption in Europe?
They were adopted as biological sisters but discovered that they share 0.0 per cent of their DNA. The discovery of the sisters Doriet and Mirjam Begemann was the start of their search for the truth. Shocking is that they are not alone. Some countries stop with intercountry adoption altogether. Read…
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Christian Life
Here is how Christian influencers share their faith on social media
There is a big need for digital Evangelists, three Christian influencers from Europe notice. But as the number of followers increases, another danger lurks in the corner. “You should be careful that you don't start seeing yourself as this special person.” Mirjana uses her personal story to help others**It is…
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European Union
Overview: Germany closes an unmanned shop on Sunday; how pious is Europe?
German shop owners thought they could circumvent the state ban on Sunday work. However, they miscalculated the piety of the state. However, not all European countries take Sunday rest so seriously. In the German state of Hesse, you may only work on Sunday in an essential job. Supermarket chain Tegut…
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Christian Life
How can churches handle populism?
Populist politicians are active all over Europe. Last month, Geert Wilders won the elections in the Netherlands by far. Before that, Sweden and Italy saw their governments dominated by populist parties. How should European churches deal with this trend?> Receive CNE's weekly newsletter? Feel free to sign up here.Populism is…
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