Latin America

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  First rapprochement between Sheinbaum government and evangelical leaders sets the religious agenda in Mexico

  By Diario Cristiano Latin America 6 days ago

  In recent days, the Mexican Ministry of the Interior (Segob) held a working meeting with 16 denominational leaders from the Evangelical Fellowship of Mexico (Conemex) to discuss key issues related to the current needs of religious associations in the country. According to Conemex, the dialogue focused on simplifying bureaucratic procedures and addressing the social challenges faced by congregations in various regions of Mexico.

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  Fun Chile ministry initiative lets children simulate their first missionary trip

  By Diario Cristiano Latin America

  11 days ago

  At the initiative of the Chilean ministry “Evangelio Creativo” (Creative Gospel), a group of children and pre-teens participated in a simulation of their first missionary trip in the city of Concepción, Chile. The activity included a time of preparation, a simulated arrival in a foreign country with passport and immigration checks, and training for outreach.

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  Brazil's Supreme Court allows crucifixes and religious symbols in public buildings

  By Diario Cristiano Latin America

  13 days ago

  Brazil's Federal Supreme Court has unanimously decided to allow the presence of religious symbols in public buildings, stating that their display does not conflict with the country's secular principles.

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  Thanksgiving in Latin America: an evolving tradition

  By Javier Bolaños Latin America

  18 days ago

  Thanksgiving, traditionally celebrated in the United States and Canada, is gaining ground in some Latin American countries due to cultural influence and geographic proximity. In Mexico, for example, although it is not part of local traditions, the date has become popular among communities near the border and U.S. expatriates, who celebrate family gatherings with traditional dinners such as turkey and the classic side dishes of this holiday.