Chris Eyte

International Correspondent

Chris Eyte serves as International Correspondent for CDI, covering Europe, the United States & Canada, the Caribbean and Oceania. He has worked in journalism and copywriting for some 18 years, mostly for Christian media publications in the UK, the US and Australia. He is an English graduate from the University of St Andrews in Scotland where he was President of the St Andrews Literary Society. In his free time, he enjoys writing devotionals and runs his own blog (hislovefrees.life). Chris has traveled extensively, living briefly in South Africa and Belgium, and now resides in South Wales in the UK with his wife and children.

Articles by Chris Eyte

21 Mar, 2025 11:50 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

Swiss Evangelical Alliance paper explores AI and Church: 'Pandora's box can no longer be closed' but AI can be 'blessing'

By Chris Eyte

A new working paper released by the Swiss Evangelical Alliance (Schweizerische Evangelische Allianz/SEA) aims to guide churches, Christian organizations, and ministry leaders through the complex ethical, theological and practical questions raised by artificial intelligence (AI). Developed by a specialist group of academics and technologists, the paper encourages a proactive response to the growing impact of AI on faith communities.
20 Mar, 2025 06:20 EDT

Oceania Society & Culture

Report highlights lack of awareness, gaps in policies for older people with disabilities in Australia

By Chris Eyte

A newly released policy report by two Australian sight-saving and support organizations has identified critical gaps in policies and programs that undermine the welfare of older people with disabilities.
20 Mar, 2025 06:10 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

European Evangelical Alliance moves legal headquarters to Germany, appoints new EU representative

By Chris Eyte

The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has relocated its legal headquarters from Switzerland to Germany to strengthen its political engagement within the European Union (EU) and has appointed a new representative in Brussels, Belgium.
19 Mar, 2025 08:45 EDT

Europe Society & Culture

David Westlake steps down as head of IJM UK after eight years, Biju Matthew steps in as interim CEO

By Chris Eyte

David Westlake is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer (CEO) of International Justice Mission (IJM) UK, a Christian anti-trafficking and anti-violence non governmental organization (NGO) after eight years in charge. No reason was given for his departure. Biju Matthew, based in London and with 14 years of experience working for IJM, most recently as vice president of strategy and operations for IJM Africa & Europe, is acting as Interim CEO until a replacement for Westlake is ann
18 Mar, 2025 05:48 EDT

Middle East Church & Missions Society & Culture

Syrian Christians persevere amid conflict, sharing faith and hope: 'pray for boldness and wisdom for the church'

By Chris Eyte

Syrian Christians continue to live out their faith with resilience, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ amid ongoing political turmoil and violence. As their country faces deepening instability, they navigate daily hardships, including power outages, water shortages, and threats to their safety. Despite these challenges, they remain steadfast in their mission, offering spiritual and practical support to their communities while calling for prayers and divine intervention.
17 Mar, 2025 05:22 EDT

Oceania Society & Culture

Australian Christian housing charity urges government to increase unemployment payments, highlights long-term benefits

By Chris Eyte

For the third consecutive year, a parliamentary committee has outlined key measures to combat poverty, and Mission Australia, a Christian not-for-profit provider of community and housing services, is urging the government to adopt the “consistently recommended” reforms.
16 Mar, 2025 14:11 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture Church & Missions

US evangelical body calls for compassion and aid to help refugees and the poor, while acknowledging need for reform

By Chris Eyte

The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible stewardship of U.S. resources while urging compassion for vulnerable populations. In a newly adopted motion, the organization calls on the federal government to maintain international aid programs and work with faith-based organizations to support those in need at home and abroad.
15 Mar, 2025 06:58 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture Church & Missions

Canadian evangelical body urges government to retain religious charities' status amid proposed policy changes

By Chris Eyte

The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC) has voiced strong concerns over government plans to remove the advancement of religion as a charitable purpose, emphasizing the significant contributions religious organizations make to Canadian society through social services, volunteerism, and community support.
14 Mar, 2025 06:16 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

Anglican evangelical ethicist laments 'considerable confusion', raises ‘serious questions’ about next Archbishop of Canterbury appointment

By Chris Eyte

A key figure in the Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) has called for greater transparency in the decision-making process for choosing the next Archbishop of Canterbury, who will lead the worldwide Anglican Communion.
13 Mar, 2025 09:20 EDT

Caribbean Church & Missions Education

'Brain drain', societal instability pose challenges in the Caribbean but there is hope for revival, head of theological association says

By Chris Eyte Timothy Goropevsek

Many highly trained theological graduates are leaving the Caribbean due to economic and political challenges, contributing to a “brain drain” that affects local churches, according to Anthony Oliver, president of the Caribbean Evangelical Theological Association in Trinidad. He believes a spiritual revival is needed to address both this exodus and the region’s high crime rates, as the Caribbean—known for its tourism—is also among the most violent in the Americas, with some of the worst murder ra
12 Mar, 2025 08:20 EDT

Europe Society & Culture Family & Children

Christian legal rights group publishes damning report against pro-lobby’s push to normalize prostitution

By Chris Eyte

A Christian legal rights group has issued a damning report highlighting the "shattered lives" suffered by millions of women exploited into prostitution, in reaction to International Women’s Day by the United Nations. The European Centre for Law and Justice (ECLJ) published "Prostitution: The Liberalisation Lobby in Europe" in the same week that the U.N. marked the global women’s event on Saturday (March 8), this year calling for equal rights under the theme, "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights, Equ
11 Mar, 2025 10:25 EDT

Europe Society & Culture Church & Missions

3,000 gather for 14th Congress of Christian Leaders in Germany: leading courageously into the future

By Chris Eyte

“Leading courageously. Shaping the future.” This was the central theme of the biennial Congress of Christian Leaders (Kongress Christlicher Führungskräfte/KCF), which brought together 3,000 participants from Germany and abroad this past week. Organized by the evangelical news agency IDEA, the event explored how Christian values can help shape leaders to successfully navigate challenging times.

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