News

EXPOSED 2013 - Shine A Light On Corruption

2013-04-22T15:55:32+00:00

“My justice will become a light to the nations.” -Isaiah 51:4

ALARM is thrilled to join forces with EXPOSED to help shine a light on global corruption.

EXPOSED is a global call to action against corruption and poverty. It is a response of the Christian Church inspired from the Bible and is committed to promote practical steps for ethical behaviour in business, government and the Church. It aims to position Christians as advocates of justice and transformation in the nations we are called to serve.

You can help take action by signing ALARM's Global Call to Action below. For more information on EXPOSED 2013 and further opportuntities to get involved, please visit exposed2013.com

The Justice Conference Asia

2013-03-22T17:00:54+00:00

Join ALARM and Celestin Musekra at The Justice Conference Asia May 16-18 in Hong Kong!

The Justice Conference Asia, conceived in mid-2012, is a two-day annual event designed to promote and encourage a conversation around the key justice related issues facing communities in Asia today. Through world class speakers, Asian-based practitioners, humanitarian organizations and NGO’s, the conference brings together a network of passionate justice advocates for a dialogue that hopes to restore beauty where it has been lost within our societies.

For more information, please visit thejusticeconferenceasia.com

Pro Deo Conference - Philadelphia

2013-03-04T16:56:14+00:00

Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy. -Proverbs 31.9

Entering its second year, The Pro Deo Conference is a unique space for lawyers, paralegals, students and friends to gather, celebrate, and articulate answers to difficult questions posed by our work. Questions like “What is my calling as a Christian in the law?”, "If Christ was a lawyer, what would his practice look like?" and “What distinguishes Christian advocacy from other forms?”

ALARM is thrilled to support The Pro Deo Conference. Leah Boyd, ALARM's Director of Legal Affairs, will be a featured speaker at the conference this year.

You are invited to bring your experience, gifts, and perspective to bear on these questions.

Highlights include:

- 3 Hours of CLE credit in areas of law relevant to CLCP's clinical ministry

- Open lunch hour to network and fellowship

- Different advocates sharing about the spiritual practices that sustain them as they do justice

For full details on speakers, cost, and to register go to: prodeoconference.eventbrite.com

Ignite Justice Conference

2012-12-03T17:19:39+00:00

ALARM is thrilled to be a part of the Ignite Justice Conference to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina at Forest Hill Church, January 11-12th, 2013!

The Ignite Justice Conference is designed to educate, empower and engage Christians in the Biblical fight against poverty and injustice. Celestin Musekura will be a keynote speaker along with several other justice leaders from around the world, including Stephan Bauman, President and CEO of World Relief. Celestin and ALARM International Director, Meredith Wheeler will participate in several of the 17 breakout sessions designed to help participants determine how God is calling them to engage in the fight against injustice. In addition, ALARM has the opportunity to win one of several grants of up to $7,500 that conference participants will help select. We hope that you will come to Ignite Justice to visit with us, learn more about how to fight poverty and injustice and help ALARM win one of the grants!

Exclusive Offer for ALARM Friends: When you use the code ALARM to register, you’ll receive $25 off the registration price, making this conference only $50 to attend!

To register, please visit www.IgniteJusticeConference.org

D.R. Congo Emergency Relief Fund

2012-11-22T01:41:19+00:00

Worsening insecurity and violent conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo are creating a severe humanitarian crisis.

ALARM-Congo staff is urgently requesting relief funds for pastors and leaders who have been displaced and are in different Internally Displaced People camps (IDP) outside of Goma. They need basic necessities such as food, tents, blankets, jerry cans, cooking pots, rice, and beans.

Prayerfully consider giving to meet the basic needs of those who are displaced. Pray for our ALARM-Congo staff as they strategize on how to minister to the pastors and how to serve those serving the traumatized, bereaved, raped, and displaced.

$7 provides a blanket or water jerry can

$12 provides 10 kgs. of rice or beans

$25 will feed a family for a few days

$32 provides a tarp shelter for a family in an IDP camp

Day of Prayer for the People of D.R. Congo Set for November 27

2012-11-21T21:32:50+00:00

A CALL TO PRAYER AND FASTING FOR THE PEOPLE AND NATION OF

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO

Celestin Musekura, ALARM founder and president, appeals to the friends and partners of ALARM to join us in concerted and fervent fasting and prayer for the people and nation of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). ALARM has designated Tuesday, November 27, 2012 as the day to lift our hearts and voices to God. Our staff in Goma is counting on our prayers.

The DRC has had a difficult and tumultuous history. Most recently, the deaths of more than 6,000,000 in the 1997-2008 conflicts; continued violence, instability and pillaging of communities; horrific human rights violations against women and children; kidnapping children and making them killing machines; and the physical mutilation of people.

Goma succumbed to rebel control on Monday night, November 19. There have been reports of defection of the army and police to the M23 rebel forces. Food, communication, and fuel sources have been disrupted making a difficult situation even more challenging. The violence of recent months has resulted in almost 500,000 refugees and to date many undocumented deaths, rapes and kidnappings.

The rebels have captured a small town on the route to Bukavu, the region’s other main city. Bukavu is about 150 miles south of Goma. There were protests in Bukavu against the perceived failures of the government and the United Nations. Ruling party offices in Bukavu were burned down in protest of the lack of protection against the M23.

The presidents of DRC, Uganda, and Rwanda have gathered to address the situation. There are accusations towards Uganda and Rwanda regarding possible complicity with the rebel forces.

ALARM continues to work toward peace, healing, and stability of the country through servant leaders who care more about people than power.

Guide For The Day of Prayer & Fasting

DALLAS FRIENDS:

Join us on Tuesday, November 27 at Watermark Community Church (chapel) from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM for a time of corporate prayer. We would love to have you join us if you are able.

D.R. Congo Emergency Relief Fund

As you fast, prayerfully consider giving to meet the basic needs of those who are displaced:

$7 provides a blanket or water jerry can
$12 provides 10 kgs. of rice or beans
$25 will feed a family for a few days
$32 provides a tarp shelter for a family in an IDP camp

Desperate Situation In Eastern D.R. Congo

2012-11-19T17:11:02+00:00

Grave danger and great fear in Goma, DRC as the clock ticks down on rebel demands that the central government in Kinshasa negotiate. Sunday was a terrible day for the population from Goma and the people in Kanyaruchinya IDP (internally displaced persons) camp. From early morning there was fighting between M23 rebel group and the government army. Around 10:00 am all the people in the IDP camp were again deplaced from there to a new IDP camp in Mugungo.

In the words of one of our staff, "For us we prefered to stay in Goma and fortunatly the M23 rebel group did not get into the town due to the UN peace keeper(MONUSCO) who worked along side the government army. We were thinking on what will happen during the evening and all the night but by the grace of our God we are still alive but traumatized by the situation which became like a model of life. We don't know what will happen this afternoon and tomorrow. We got time in the morning to call one another and we are all doing well. We know that you are with us though the distance which separate us. Please do continue to beg from our God for the peace in Congo and
especially in Eastern Congo."

Orphan Sunday is November 4, 2012

2012-11-01T14:36:51+00:00

Thousands of churches across the U.S. and around the globe will celebrate Orphan Sunday this November 4, calling Christians to reflect God’s heart for orphans through adoption, foster care and global initiatives. It is yet one more vivid example—as well as a powerful catalyst—of the rising Christian engagement in a Gospel-inspired vision for living out the “pure and faultless religion” described in James 1:27

We invite you to participate in this very special day! You can learn more about ALARM's orphan care initiative by visiting www.alarm-inc.org/OrphanCare

Your tax-deductible donation of just $39/month will provide tuition, a school uniform, food, clean water, and medical care for an orphan in need. Not only that, every child will hear the life-saving message of Christ and receive the nurturing care of an ALARM staff member.

For additional resources on orphan care, please visit orphansunday.org or christianalliancefororphans.org.

ALARM Scarves Featured in Whole Foods

2012-10-19T19:41:37+00:00

During the upcoming holiday season you can purchase ALARM scarves in select Whole Foods Markets across the southwest. The scarves are handmade by widows in Uganda who have fled the violence in their country. All proceeds from the scarves go to ALARM's micro-business projects in Uganda.

Please visit your local Whole Foods Market and purchase an ALARM scarf! Strong sales will encourage continued partnerships between Whole Foods and ALARM.

PARTICIPATING WHOLE FOODS MARKETS

Store	City	Address
Arabella Station (ABS)	New Orleans	5600 Magazine ST. New Orleans, LA 70115
Arbor Trails (ABT)	Austin	4301 W. William Cannon Bldg B Ste. 800, Austin, TX 78749
Baton Rouge (BTR)	New Orleans	7529 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Bee Cave (BEE)	Austin	12601 Hill Country Boulevard, Bee Cave, TX 78738
Bellaire (BEL)	Houston	4004 Bellaire Blvd Houston Tx 77025
Fairview (FVW)	Dallas	105 Stacey Road; Fairview, TX 75069
Highland Park (HPK)	Dallas	4100 Lomo Alto Highland Park, TX 75219
Lakewood (LKW)	Dallas	2118 Abrams Road, Dallas, TX 75214
Lamar (LMR)	Austin	525 N Lamar Blvd. Austin TX 78703
Montrose (MTS)	Houston	701 Waugh Drive; Houston, TX 77019
Park Lane (PKL)	Dallas	8190 Park Lane Ste: 351; Dallas, TX 75231
Parkway (PKY)	Dallas	801 E. Lamar Arlington Tx 76011
Quarry (QRY)	Austin	255 E. Basse Rd. San Antonio, Tx 78209
Richardson (RIC)	Dallas	101 South Coit Road, Suite 60 Richardson TX 75080
Sugarland (SGL)	Houston	15900 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, TX, 77479
Veterans (VET)	New Orleans	3420 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA, 70002
Vineyard (VND)	Austin	18403 Blanco Road; San Antonio, TX 78258
Wilcrest (WIL)	Houston	11145 Westheimer Rd. Houston TX 77042
Woodway (WWY)	Houston	6401 Woodway Houston TX 77057

Multiply Your Gift to ALARM On September 13

2012-09-07T15:22:46+00:00

------------------------

On September 13, your donation to ALARM will go even further!

Visit https://northtexasgiving.s3.amazonaws.com/npo311660877.html on September 13 until midnight and every donation $25 and above will be multiplied and qualify ALARM for one of more than 20 cash prizes ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Your donation will go a long way in helping us continue the ministry and work of ALARM.

Thank you for your continued support of ALARM and the people of Africa!

*Donations are matched based on the volume of donations received divided by the amount raised by Communities Foundation of Texas to give away. This year that amount is $1,000,000!