Our friends at Christian Post reports that authorities in Pakistan have recovered the bodies of three Christian relief workers who had been kidnapped and killed by members of the Pakistani Taliban in the flood-ravaged country, area officials said. Read more here and pray for our brothers and sisters working on the dangerous frontline of world missions.

From Christian Post: Leaders of a church in West Java, Indonesia, demanded justice from police after a fifth attack from Muslim protesters left at least a dozen people injured Sunday. Read the full article here and keep our brothers and sisters in Indonesia in your prayer.

Hey everyone! There will be a free 1040 screening at the 5th Annual Tom (Talent One Media) Film Festival next week, Saturday June 19th at 3pm. The screening info is as follows:

Time: 3:00pm

Aratani Main Theater
244 S. San Pedro St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Little Tokyo

FILMMAKERS IN ATTENDANCE

Cost: Free
Limited seating on first come, first served basis.

Don’t miss this great film festival that highlights such important issues as human trafficking, faith, and social justice. In addition to 1040, the festival is also screening wonderful films like the Oscar-nominated short KAVI, by Gregg Helvery, and the Venice-In-Competition, Heartland-winning short JITENSHA (BICYCLE) by Dean Yamada. There is also a Benefit Opening Night reception for Rapha House 7:30pm Friday night June 18th. Don’t miss this wonderful festival! See you there!

Global Day of Prayer, observed by millions of Christians each year, will celebrate the tenth anniversary of its founding this Sunday.  Check out this article in the Christian Post:

http://www.christianpost.com/article/20100521/global-day-of-prayer-to-mark-10-year-history/index.html

Last year’s Global Day of Prayer was held in Hong Kong. Jaeson Ma and the 1040 team were there to witness the event. Check out the video.

With Christianity thriving rapidly around Asia, Japan has a strikingly low percentage of Christian population, with an estimate of around 1% to 2% of the overall population. Why is this the case, despite Christianity having been introduced to Japanese culture centuries earlier? This article from Christian Post offers one speculation. What do you think?

http://www.christianpost.com/article/20100518/mission-leaderwhy-so-few-christians-in-japan/index.html

The Chinese government is appealing to faith groups for help in the aftermath of last month’s  massive earthquake in the China’s northwestern region. In an official release, the Chinese government asked for faith-based groups to help with the ongoing relief effort and even expressed appreciation for their support and prayer. For anyone interested in the opening of China and what appears to be the government’s increasingly open attitude towards religions, this article is a fascinating read:

http://www.christianpost.com/article/20100511/china-appeals-to-religious-groups-for-help-post-quake/index.html

Asian pop star Nicky Lee 이구철 (李玖哲) shares his perspective on faith, fame, God, and evangelism in this special 1040 clip. Celebrities and pop stars are among the key influencers of our generation. Let’s lift them in our prayer. Spread the movement of 1040 and answer the call!

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In this special 1040 clip, Jaeson Ma talks with young people around Beijing’s National Stadium (a.k.a the Bird’s Nest Stadium) to get an glimpse of what is happening in contemporary China. The tremendous economic growth and increasing urbanization of China are signs of dramatic, unprecedented change. As China moves onto the forefront of the global stage in the 21st century, more and more opportunities for evangelism and social transformation are becoming available. Pray and find out how you can serve in China!

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In this special 1040 clip, Jaeson Ma and prayer warrior friend Jeannie Mai- fashion/make-up expert, actress and media personality extraordinaire, hike up Runyon Canyon in Los Angeles to pray for the city and plant the Pray it Forward Box. Media and entertainment are a gateway to transforming society. God has called artisans and entertainers to rise up and make art for His glory. For all the artists, entertainers, and creative minds out there- it’s time to step forward in faith!

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Famed Christian leader and mission scholar Thomas Wang explains the origin and meaning of the term “1040″ in this special clip recorded for the movie. Request a screening, watch the film, and answer the call!

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