Lizzie Sotola

Latin America Correspondent

A journalism graduate from the National University of Lomas de Zamora, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Lizzie Sotola has extensive experience working in media, educational and religious organizations as well as Christian publishing houses. She has served with Bible societies, the Evangelical Alliance in Argentina (ACIERA) and the Latin Evangelical Alliance, among others. She also worked as a freelance journalist for the Evangelistic Festivals of the Palau Association for more than 20 years, and runs a Christian broadcasting agency called Noti-Prensa. She has written articles in national and international secular and Christian publications and is co-author of the book "Historias que cambian vidas" (Stories that change lives), a series of interviews with senior citizens.

Articles by Lizzie Sotola

6 days ago

Latin America 6 days ago

Bible Society of Brazil celebrates printing of 200 million Bibles and New Testaments

By Lizzie Sotola

The Bible Society of Brazil (SBB) recently achieved a historic milestone in biblical dissemination: the printing of 200 million Bibles and New Testaments. In 2011, SBB celebrated the printing of its first 100 million copies. Just over a decade later, that figure has doubled to 200 million. This remarkable growth reflects the increasing demand for the Bible and the enduring impact of the organization’s work, which is part of a global network of Bible Societies dedicated to translating, printing,
2 months ago

Latin America US & Canada 2 months ago

Overuse of digital devices harms underage kids' health: 'we need love of Christ, wisdom of God'

By Lizzie Sotola

96 percent of American children and teens use social media on a daily basis and nearly half say they use it “almost constantly”, according to the Pew Research Center (PRC). The situation seems comparable in many other countries around the world. While experts have yet to confirm a direct correlation between social media use and poor mental health, there is growing evidence suggesting a connection to anxiety, depression and loneliness.
4 months ago

Latin America 4 months ago

Thousands of people march for Jesus in Colombia, pray for peace in the nation

By Lizzie Sotola

Thousands of people participated in the March for Jesus in Bogota, Colombia with the slogan 'With Jesus Christ Colombia in peace'. Organized jointly by the Colombian Evangelical Confederation (CEDECOL) and the Catholic Church, the event mobilized Christians to pray to God for the nation.
4 months ago

Latin America 4 months ago

President Maduro threatens 'bloodbath' if he loses, yet Venezuelans hopeful today's election will bring change

By Lizzie Sotola

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro threatened a “bloodbath” if the loses the presidential election today, July 28. While some take the warning seriously, others believe it is just meant to instill fear and suppress his rival's voters as finally, after quarter of a century of socialist rule, there seems to be hope for change.
4 months ago

Latin America 4 months ago

Church leaders should be trained in suicide prevention, says survivor: 'Jesus is the greatest protection'

By Lizzie Sotola

Suicide is as old as mankind. Throughout history, different cultures and different human societies have viewed suicide in different ways, depending on the philosophical, religious, intellectual, social and economic principles of each time period. The life story of Matías Kornetz, director and founder of “Prevenir es Amar” (Preventing is Loving) - an organization devoted to preventing suicide and supporting those who are immersed in substance abuse and may fall into suicidal behaviors - is the st
4 months ago

Latin America 4 months ago

Crying Out Together in Costa Rica: Evangelicals launch month-long prayer initiative against femicide, domestic violence

By Lizzie Sotola

The Federación Alianza Evangélica Costarricense (FAEC) has launched “Clamando Unidos en Costa Rica” (Crying Out Together in Costa Rica), a challenge to pray 24 hours a day during the whole month of July and have virtual and in-person meetings once a day to pray for the country with one heart.
5 months ago

Latin America 5 months ago

Is Lionel Messi a Christian?

By Lizzie Sotola

On the occasion of Lionel Messi’s birthday on June 24, Argentinian journalist Juan Pablo Varsky published an interview with the star athlete where he answered openly without avoiding any question - including about his faith.
5 months ago

Latin America 5 months ago

'I wanted to find Christ, and I found Him', says former First Lady of Panama in video testimony

By Lizzie Sotola

Panama’s former First Lady Lorena Castillo, Juan Carlos Varela’s wife (Varela was President of Panama from 2014 to 2019), said in a video shared on social media that she “wanted to find Christ, and found Him … a year and a half ago”. “I have always searched for more, more spirituality, something that would fill my professional and material life. Because though I had it all, I felt so empty… So, so empty, so I decided to study the Bible”, Castillo shares in the video.
5 months ago

Latin America 5 months ago

Controversial Colombian bill to ban “conversion” therapies potentially threatening parents with imprisonment shelved – for now

By Javier Bolaños and Lizzie Sotola

The debate over a bill that sought to prohibit so-called “conversion” therapies in Colombia was definitely shelved on Wednesday, according to pro-children and family legislators and activists. The so-called "Efforts to Change Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression" (ECOSIEG) bill – also dubbed “Inconvertibles” – was supposed to be debated this week, raising concerns about the possible loss of parents’ authority over their children.
5 months ago

Latin America 5 months ago

Following decisive election, Mexican pro-life organizations express concerns about prevailing culture of death

By Lizzie Sotola

Following Mexico's presidential elections, Claudia Sheinbaum (61), a leftist scientist and the first woman ever to become President of the 129 million-strong nation, will take office on October 1. With the country facing numerous challenges internally and externally, some evangelicals express hope and pray for God's wisdom to address issues, while pro-life groups have raised concerns about the promotion of a culture of death and values that are contrary to the Bible.
6 months ago

Latin America 6 months ago

As heavy rains and flooding continues in Brazil, woman who lost everything has only one request: a Bible

By Lizzie Sotola

Among the testimonies that the Brazilian Evangelical Alliance (AEB) collected during the ongoing rain emergency in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, a woman approached Pastor Cassiano Luz, executive director of the alliance. “Can I ask you for something?” she said, and when he responded affirmingly, she whispered: “I just want a Bible.”
6 months ago

Latin America 6 months ago

Amid rising tensions globally, Argentina interfaith panel seeks to promote dialogue & respect

By Lizzie Sotola

Religious leaders, academics and civil society representatives from Argentina recently met to discuss tolerance, world peace and freedom of religion. Held at the National Senate, the meeting was endorsed by the General Secretariat of the Organization of American States (OAS) – evidence of the interest of international organizations in this initiative.

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Articles by Lizzie Sotola

Bible Society of Brazil celebrates printing of 200 million Bibles and New Testaments

Overuse of digital devices harms underage kids' health: 'we need love of Christ, wisdom of God'

Thousands of people march for Jesus in Colombia, pray for peace in the nation

President Maduro threatens 'bloodbath' if he loses, yet Venezuelans hopeful today's election will bring change

Church leaders should be trained in suicide prevention, says survivor: 'Jesus is the greatest protection'

Crying Out Together in Costa Rica: Evangelicals launch month-long prayer initiative against femicide, domestic violence

Is Lionel Messi a Christian?

'I wanted to find Christ, and I found Him', says former First Lady of Panama in video testimony

Controversial Colombian bill to ban “conversion” therapies potentially threatening parents with imprisonment shelved – for now

Following decisive election, Mexican pro-life organizations express concerns about prevailing culture of death

As heavy rains and flooding continues in Brazil, woman who lost everything has only one request: a Bible

Amid rising tensions globally, Argentina interfaith panel seeks to promote dialogue & respect

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