Good Friday, the 7th of April, 1724. Johann Sebastian Bach had just finished leading the first performance of his “Passio secundun Joannem”, the St. John Passion. Very likely, he felt relieved, knowing the group he had to work with. Little did he know that his oratorio would be sung around the world 300 years later.

In Norway, many streets and squares are named after Hans Nielsen Hauge. The evangelist is part of the national heritage. Today, many Christians remember the 200th death anniversary. Cédric Placentino reflects on his historical meaning.

How did we learn reading? Well, from slow mumbling to silent skimming. But reading more means losing wisdom.

Pastor István Ónodi might not have slept so well if he had known that his house would be turned upside down at daybreak. That early morning in February, he was arrested for fraud.

This week’s education conference in Budapest has many purposes. But for co-organiser Paul Madsen, just one thing makes him happy. “School leaders are really able to connect and have fellowship with each other.”