Mark Ellis
Mark Ellis worked in the commercial real estate industry before he answered a call into full-time Christian ministry. For 9 years, he served as Asst. Pastor at Church by the Sea in Laguna Beach. He began writing about the church around the world in 1999 with the assistance of Dan Wooding of ASSIST News. After a mission trip to the southern Philippines in 2004, God gave him the vision for the God Reports website, which supports and encourages Christian Missions. He also serves on the boards of Morning Star News and the Birtcher Family Foundation.
More than 100 worshippers kidnapped and one shot dead after gunmen...
Kaduna State, Nigeria (ANS) - At least 100 Christians were abducted after armed bandits stormed a church service in Kaduna State, Nigeria, according to...
ANS Founder’s Son Plans NRB Trip in Memory of Dan Wooding
Nashville, USA (ANS) - Journalist Peter Wooding is planning to attend the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville in March 2022 in memory of...
Letter-writing and prayer campaign launched for persecuted believers
By Christopher Proudlove --
A letter-writing and prayer campaign that helped free a Christian dissident in Russia stamped a lasting impression on me.
The late award-winning...
‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’ movie: Televangelist sex, drugs, and holy...
The 1980s PTL televangelist scandal became a global soap opera, complete with corporate intrigue, Jesus-praisin' power struggles, big bucks, betrayal, sex, tears, and mascara…plenty of mascara. 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' interprets Jim and Tammy Bakker's saga for new generations, providing valuable life-lesson reminders.
‘Show Me the Father’ movie: You and your father
How do you think of your father? With love, happiness and respect? With fear, misery and anger? Your relationship with your dad can influence your self-image and success. 'Show Me the Father' uses gripping stories of good parenting and bad to motivate viewers to promote healthy fatherhood
‘Respect’ movie: Aretha’s success, struggles, secrets, soul
Entertainment superstar Aretha Franklin was an industry icon and international treasure. Beloved by millions, honored by presidents, she also struggled with personal and family turmoil. The Queen of Soul handpicked Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson to play her in this long-awaited MGM biopic. All Aretha was askin' for was a little respect. Does this movie bring it?
Charity Takes Delivery of First Purpose-Built Hospital Ship The Global Mercy
Tianjin Xingang, China (ANS) - Global health charity, Mercy Ships, reports that after a completion and acceptance ceremony on June 16, followed by a handover celebration at the Tianjin Xingang shipyard this past week, the world's...
‘The Streets Were My Father’ movie: Who’s your daddy?
Could you forgive someone who murdered your family member? Or was an MIA parent? Absent, neglectful or abusive fathers can leave lifetime scars. 'The Streets Were My Father' depicts three sons who experienced it all, and have turned their corners in dramatic, inspiring ways.
Is it possible to forgives terrorists who tortured you?
Tucson, Arizona (ANS) - According to John Hopkins Medicine, studies have found that the act of forgiveness can reap huge rewards for your health,...
‘A Father’s Legacy’ movie: What was your dad like?
Did you ever want to feel valued by someone special? Or mourn losing a loved one? Ever wish you could undo past decisions or take back hurtful words? Maybe you know the right thing to do, but lack courage to do it. The complex characters in 'A Father's Legacy' may resonate with you.