In the West African country of Guinea, ‘talking with your hands’ means more than just being expressive, it is an important part of oral storytelling. And, as this testimony shows, it can also be an effective way to introduce people to Jesus.  Supported by CV’s National Pioneers Initiative (NPI), Mamadou*, a CV pioneer, plays a […]

In an increasingly digitised world, connection and shared experiences often lie within a click of a button or a tap on a screen. More than ever, digital evangelism is becoming a beacon of hope for people navigating loss, pain, and despair, providing guidance for those who do not know where to turn. This story from […]

At CV, one of our goals is to introduce a million people to Jesus every day, especially in areas where the gospel is not widely known. We achieve this through social media advertising, impactful evangelistic content in multiple languages, and dedicated on-the-ground and digital pioneering activities.  Our deep love for all people, respect for cultural […]

One of CV’s pioneers in South Sudan, Petro, embarked on a mission of evangelism with the goal of spreading the word of God to the people of Chumakori payam.  Among those he encountered was a woman named Maria, who initially rejected his message. However, a powerful transformation awaited her, and her life would never be […]

In a small town in Zimbabwe, a 26-year-old woman found herself at a crossroads in life. Disappointment and heartache had left her questioning her faith in God.  She had always been a devoted member of her church, remaining faithful and committed, but her decision to save herself for marriage had been met with disappointment in […]

One of CV’s church partners, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), recently organised a three-day conference called ‘Fulfilling the Church Mission: Digital Strategies’. The conference aimed to equip church and ministry leaders with the necessary knowledge and tools to grow their churches using proven digital methods.  At the conference, CV Managing Director, Heinz Oldewage, […]

With the proliferation of smartphones and the constant presence of the internet, the potential to reach people with the message of Jesus has increased exponentially. Evangelism lies at the heart of CV, and the organisation is inspired and challenged by the capacity of digital technology and media in spreading the gospel to unreached people groups. […]

Last year, a distressed Nigerian man, who had made multiple attempts to take his own life, miraculously discovered 1Africa’s ‘Middle of the Night’ Facebook campaign. This life-changing digital encounter inspired the man to reach out online, and thanks to the CV Outreach initiative, he was directed to a compassionate ministry partner close to him.  The […]

“Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart.” (Jeremiah 15:16)  A remarkable story of faith and community empowerment demonstrates the truth of this verse.  A CV pioneer in Guinea reported on how his fellowship was engaged in a community upliftment project, which […]

CV’s National Pioneer Initiative (NPI) has dedicated pioneers as part of the Pioneers in 100 Nations (P100) program, one of which serves in Chad among the Baggara people. Our pioneer recently embarked on a journey to a local village which proved to be impactful and life-changing. His goal was to engage with the traditionally Muslim […]