Faith
Botrus Mansour to Lead World Evangelical Alliance
Faith Facts
- Botrus Mansour, an Arab Christian from Nazareth, will serve as the new Secretary General of the World Evangelical Alliance.
- He is the first Arab Christian to lead the global evangelical network, representing over 600 million believers.
- Mansour has dedicated his life to legal work, Christian education, and church service in Nazareth.
Botrus Mansour’s appointment marks a historic milestone, highlighting the unity and diversity of the global evangelical community. He steps into this role with a vision to strengthen the worldwide Church through Christ-centered leadership and service.
“I love the Lord, and I love his Church,” Mansour stated, committing his gifts to the global body of Christ.
From his roots in Nazareth, the city of Jesus’ boyhood, Mansour’s journey has been shaped by faith, a passion for justice, and a deep commitment to service. His leadership in education and the church underscores a devotion to nurturing both spiritual and academic excellence.
He credits his family, especially his wife A’bir, and his personal relationship with Christ for sustaining and guiding him. As a leader devoted to encouraging believers and uniting communities, he applies biblical truths to every aspect of his vocation.
The World Evangelical Alliance, founded in 1846, will officially welcome Mansour at their upcoming General Assembly in Seoul, South Korea.
“Faith became personal, not just inherited,” Mansour explained, reflecting on his transformative experience of coming to Christ during his school years.
Let us continue to pray for Christian leaders like Botrus Mansour, who lift up the Church and boldly represent faith, family, and freedom on the world stage.