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A Decade of Social Impact<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn the last ten years<\/strong>, The Universal Church’s social programs have helped 142.2 million people<\/strong> worldwide. Yet, most mainstream media have neglected to mention this significant achievement. Since 2016, at least 960 media outlets<\/strong> have deliberately targeted The Universal Church, producing over 3,600 negative, biased, or false stories<\/strong>\u2014approximately one story per day.<\/p>\nThis raises the question: who can withstand such a barrage of criticism, and how many of these stories can endure?
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The Countdown to the Golden Jubilee Begins<\/strong><\/h4>\nStarting July 9<\/strong>, The Universal Church, which is founded on faith and obedience to the Word of God<\/strong>, will officially begin the countdown to one of the most significant dates in its history: the Golden Jubilee<\/strong>, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThe anniversary is celebrated not just for the faith journey cultivated over the years\u2014today, The Universal Church gathers around 7 million people in Brazil and more than 3 million abroad<\/strong>\u2014but also for the positive impact that continues to grow through its social initiatives, which are open to everyone<\/strong>, regardless of religion or background.
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\n <\/p>\nMillions Reached in the First Half of 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn the first half of this year alone<\/strong>, social initiatives reached over 11 million people worldwide<\/strong>\u2014an increase of 18.83% compared to the same period in 2025, equating to 1.7 million more beneficiaries.<\/p>\nIn Brazil, these initiatives reached 5.8 million people, equivalent to the population of Finland or a large city like Santiago, Chile.
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Volunteers in Action Around the World<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom January to June<\/strong>, there were 191,100 social actions<\/strong> carried out, supported by 608,000 volunteers<\/strong> across 141 of the 151 countries where The Universal Church operates.<\/p>\nIn the fight against hunger, 544,228 basic food baskets<\/strong> were distributed, and more than 2.2 million meals<\/strong> were provided. Additionally, social programs delivered over 6,000 tons of food<\/strong> to families in vulnerable situations.<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/07\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-08-at-19.48.50-1.jpeg\")
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Humanitarian Support After the Earthquakes in Venezuela<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe day after two earthquakes struck Venezuela<\/strong> on June 24, 2,500 volunteers<\/strong> from all social programs in the country were mobilized to provide immediate assistance to survivors and those involved in rescue operations.<\/p>\nThis humanitarian effort, which is ongoing, has already helped more than 102,000 people<\/strong>, particularly in Caracas and the state of La Guaira<\/strong>, one of the most affected regions.<\/p>\n![\"Humanitarian](\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/07\/Acao-humanitaria-na-Venezuela-leva-ajuda-urgente-as-vitimas-dos-terremotos-que-atingiram-o-pais-2.jpeg\")
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Immediate Assistance After the Explosion in S\u00e3o Paulo<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn S\u00e3o Paulo (SP), after a gas leak explosion<\/strong> in the Jaguar\u00e9 neighborhood in May, The Universal Church volunteers were quick to set up support tents<\/strong> during predawn hours to distribute water, food, and clothing and provide emotional support to affected families.
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\n <\/p>\nA Year of Short Films Celebrating the Church\u2019s History<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs part of the special programming leading to the Church’s Golden Jubilee, 365 short films<\/strong> will be shown daily for a year, chronicling its history, from its foundation to the present day, detailing accounts of faith, perseverance, missionary expansion, and the transformation of millions of lives worldwide.
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\n <\/p>\nRelaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nThe first day of the countdown will also feature the relaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em>, the first volume of Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span>‘s autobiographical trilogy.<\/p>\nThis new edition arrives with a refreshed graphic design, editorial revisions, and a new preface written by Cristiane Cardoso, who hosts the Love School<\/em> on RECORD TV and is the author of the bestseller Bulletproof Marriage<\/em>.<\/p>\nShe states, \u201cWe live in a generation that gives up quickly, that retreats in the face of pain, criticism, and waiting. Thus, more than an autobiography, this book is a confrontation.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/07\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-08-at-19.42.17-1-1024x958-1.jpeg\")
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Join the 49th Anniversary Celebration<\/strong><\/h4>\nJoin us for a special Love Therapy<\/a><\/span> meeting in celebration of The Universal Church’s 49th Anniversary<\/strong> this Thursday at 7 PM<\/strong>. The Love Therapy<\/strong> for couples and singles will continue addressing the topic Covenant Love<\/a><\/span>, with an additional message for the singles<\/strong> in this special day.<\/p>\n![\"Covenant](\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/06\/church-website-post-52.jpg\")
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Find The Universal Church Near You<\/strong><\/h4>\nEveryone is welcome<\/strong>, regardless of religious beliefs or background. Come as you are.<\/strong><\/span> For more information, please call\u00a01-888-332-4141<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>or text\u00a01-888-312-4141<\/strong>.<\/p>\nClick Here for Nationwide Locations of the Universal Church<\/a><\/div>\nCall 1-888-332-4141 for More Information<\/a><\/div>\n
\nIf you live in a city without one of our locations<\/strong> or cannot commute due to health reasons, we invite you to join our\u00a0<\/span>Virtual Church<\/a> <\/span>on Saturday at 8 AM CT \/ 9 AM ET via Zoom and phone conference<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n
This raises the question: who can withstand such a barrage of criticism, and how many of these stories can endure?
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The Countdown to the Golden Jubilee Begins<\/strong><\/h4>\nStarting July 9<\/strong>, The Universal Church, which is founded on faith and obedience to the Word of God<\/strong>, will officially begin the countdown to one of the most significant dates in its history: the Golden Jubilee<\/strong>, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThe anniversary is celebrated not just for the faith journey cultivated over the years\u2014today, The Universal Church gathers around 7 million people in Brazil and more than 3 million abroad<\/strong>\u2014but also for the positive impact that continues to grow through its social initiatives, which are open to everyone<\/strong>, regardless of religion or background.
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\n <\/p>\nMillions Reached in the First Half of 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn the first half of this year alone<\/strong>, social initiatives reached over 11 million people worldwide<\/strong>\u2014an increase of 18.83% compared to the same period in 2025, equating to 1.7 million more beneficiaries.<\/p>\nIn Brazil, these initiatives reached 5.8 million people, equivalent to the population of Finland or a large city like Santiago, Chile.
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Volunteers in Action Around the World<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom January to June<\/strong>, there were 191,100 social actions<\/strong> carried out, supported by 608,000 volunteers<\/strong> across 141 of the 151 countries where The Universal Church operates.<\/p>\nIn the fight against hunger, 544,228 basic food baskets<\/strong> were distributed, and more than 2.2 million meals<\/strong> were provided. Additionally, social programs delivered over 6,000 tons of food<\/strong> to families in vulnerable situations.<\/p>\n
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Humanitarian Support After the Earthquakes in Venezuela<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe day after two earthquakes struck Venezuela<\/strong> on June 24, 2,500 volunteers<\/strong> from all social programs in the country were mobilized to provide immediate assistance to survivors and those involved in rescue operations.<\/p>\nThis humanitarian effort, which is ongoing, has already helped more than 102,000 people<\/strong>, particularly in Caracas and the state of La Guaira<\/strong>, one of the most affected regions.<\/p>\n
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Immediate Assistance After the Explosion in S\u00e3o Paulo<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn S\u00e3o Paulo (SP), after a gas leak explosion<\/strong> in the Jaguar\u00e9 neighborhood in May, The Universal Church volunteers were quick to set up support tents<\/strong> during predawn hours to distribute water, food, and clothing and provide emotional support to affected families.
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\n <\/p>\nA Year of Short Films Celebrating the Church\u2019s History<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs part of the special programming leading to the Church’s Golden Jubilee, 365 short films<\/strong> will be shown daily for a year, chronicling its history, from its foundation to the present day, detailing accounts of faith, perseverance, missionary expansion, and the transformation of millions of lives worldwide.
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\n <\/p>\nRelaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nThe first day of the countdown will also feature the relaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em>, the first volume of Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span>‘s autobiographical trilogy.<\/p>\nThis new edition arrives with a refreshed graphic design, editorial revisions, and a new preface written by Cristiane Cardoso, who hosts the Love School<\/em> on RECORD TV and is the author of the bestseller Bulletproof Marriage<\/em>.<\/p>\nShe states, \u201cWe live in a generation that gives up quickly, that retreats in the face of pain, criticism, and waiting. Thus, more than an autobiography, this book is a confrontation.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n
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Join the 49th Anniversary Celebration<\/strong><\/h4>\nJoin us for a special Love Therapy<\/a><\/span> meeting in celebration of The Universal Church’s 49th Anniversary<\/strong> this Thursday at 7 PM<\/strong>. The Love Therapy<\/strong> for couples and singles will continue addressing the topic Covenant Love<\/a><\/span>, with an additional message for the singles<\/strong> in this special day.<\/p>\n
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Find The Universal Church Near You<\/strong><\/h4>\nEveryone is welcome<\/strong>, regardless of religious beliefs or background. Come as you are.<\/strong><\/span> For more information, please call\u00a01-888-332-4141<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>or text\u00a01-888-312-4141<\/strong>.<\/p>\nClick Here for Nationwide Locations of the Universal Church<\/a><\/div>\nCall 1-888-332-4141 for More Information<\/a><\/div>\n
\nIf you live in a city without one of our locations<\/strong> or cannot commute due to health reasons, we invite you to join our\u00a0<\/span>Virtual Church<\/a> <\/span>on Saturday at 8 AM CT \/ 9 AM ET via Zoom and phone conference<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n
The anniversary is celebrated not just for the faith journey cultivated over the years\u2014today, The Universal Church gathers around 7 million people in Brazil and more than 3 million abroad<\/strong>\u2014but also for the positive impact that continues to grow through its social initiatives, which are open to everyone<\/strong>, regardless of religion or background. In the first half of this year alone<\/strong>, social initiatives reached over 11 million people worldwide<\/strong>\u2014an increase of 18.83% compared to the same period in 2025, equating to 1.7 million more beneficiaries.<\/p>\n In Brazil, these initiatives reached 5.8 million people, equivalent to the population of Finland or a large city like Santiago, Chile. From January to June<\/strong>, there were 191,100 social actions<\/strong> carried out, supported by 608,000 volunteers<\/strong> across 141 of the 151 countries where The Universal Church operates.<\/p>\n In the fight against hunger, 544,228 basic food baskets<\/strong> were distributed, and more than 2.2 million meals<\/strong> were provided. Additionally, social programs delivered over 6,000 tons of food<\/strong> to families in vulnerable situations.<\/p>\n The day after two earthquakes struck Venezuela<\/strong> on June 24, 2,500 volunteers<\/strong> from all social programs in the country were mobilized to provide immediate assistance to survivors and those involved in rescue operations.<\/p>\n This humanitarian effort, which is ongoing, has already helped more than 102,000 people<\/strong>, particularly in Caracas and the state of La Guaira<\/strong>, one of the most affected regions.<\/p>\n In S\u00e3o Paulo (SP), after a gas leak explosion<\/strong> in the Jaguar\u00e9 neighborhood in May, The Universal Church volunteers were quick to set up support tents<\/strong> during predawn hours to distribute water, food, and clothing and provide emotional support to affected families. As part of the special programming leading to the Church’s Golden Jubilee, 365 short films<\/strong> will be shown daily for a year, chronicling its history, from its foundation to the present day, detailing accounts of faith, perseverance, missionary expansion, and the transformation of millions of lives worldwide. The first day of the countdown will also feature the relaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em>, the first volume of Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span>‘s autobiographical trilogy.<\/p>\n This new edition arrives with a refreshed graphic design, editorial revisions, and a new preface written by Cristiane Cardoso, who hosts the Love School<\/em> on RECORD TV and is the author of the bestseller Bulletproof Marriage<\/em>.<\/p>\n She states, \u201cWe live in a generation that gives up quickly, that retreats in the face of pain, criticism, and waiting. Thus, more than an autobiography, this book is a confrontation.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Join us for a special Love Therapy<\/a><\/span> meeting in celebration of The Universal Church’s 49th Anniversary<\/strong> this Thursday at 7 PM<\/strong>. The Love Therapy<\/strong> for couples and singles will continue addressing the topic Covenant Love<\/a><\/span>, with an additional message for the singles<\/strong> in this special day.<\/p>\n Everyone is welcome<\/strong>, regardless of religious beliefs or background. Come as you are.<\/strong><\/span> For more information, please call\u00a01-888-332-4141<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>or text\u00a01-888-312-4141<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
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\n <\/p>\nMillions Reached in the First Half of 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\n <\/p>\nVolunteers in Action Around the World<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n <\/p>\nHumanitarian Support After the Earthquakes in Venezuela<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n <\/p>\nImmediate Assistance After the Explosion in S\u00e3o Paulo<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\n <\/p>\nA Year of Short Films Celebrating the Church\u2019s History<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\n <\/p>\nRelaunch of Nothing to Lose<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n <\/p>\nJoin the 49th Anniversary Celebration<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n <\/p>\nFind The Universal Church Near You<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nIf you live in a city without one of our locations<\/strong> or cannot commute due to health reasons, we invite you to join our\u00a0<\/span>Virtual Church<\/a> <\/span>on Saturday at 8 AM CT \/ 9 AM ET via Zoom and phone conference<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n