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Questions and answers
Short answers to what people ask most. Anything else, write to us.
Where and when do you meet?
Gathering details for Houston and Geneva are coming soon. Write to us to hear first.
What programs does Christ In All Nations run?
Church programs: children and youth, discipleship training, evangelism and crusades, missions and church planting, and Bible distribution. Care programs: feeding, Foundations of Hope, housing, work, family, mental health, and education and literacy. Each program’s page shows whether it is active or in preparation.
Do you give out food?
The feeding program’s page shows where it stands and how to ask for food. If you need food today, dial 2-1-1 in Texas or use the Houston Food Bank’s Find Food map.
Do you offer counseling, housing or financial help?
Not yet. Foundations of Hope and the housing, work, family, mental health and education programs are in preparation. Until they open, dial 2-1-1 in Texas for local help, or call or text 988 in a crisis.
Do I have to be a Christian to receive help?
No. While keeping our Christian identity, we serve all people regardless of faith background.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. Write to us with the topic Volunteer and tell us how you would like to help, for example with food, children or outreach.
Where do your programs run?
In Texas, where Houston is our home, and beyond: in French at our Geneva site, and in other nations through missions, crusades and Bible distribution.
Who leads Christ In All Nations?
Alain Lea is the General Overseer of Christ In All Nations.
What does Christ In All Nations believe?
We preach the Trinitarian gospel: the Father, Son and Holy Spirit share their life with us in Christ, and Christ is already present in every person and every nation. We learn from Scripture and from the Church Fathers.
What does CIAN stand for?
CIAN is short for Christ In All Nations.
What is CIAN Collective?
CIAN Collective is a nonprofit Trinitarian gospel-music platform at ciancollective.org. It organizes Christian music by lineage and era rather than by modern genre. It is a separate 501(c)(3) from Christ In All Nations, EIN 39-2389476.
Where can I buy Alain Lea’s books?
On Amazon. English titles are on amazon.com and French titles on amazon.fr.
Are the books available in French?
Yes. French editions such as Sans obligation and Une seule onction are on amazon.fr.
Can I get a Bible?
Yes. Write to us with the topic Bible request and tell us the language you read best.
Can I give online?
Not yet. We are not accepting online gifts at this time.
How do I ask for prayer?
Write to us and choose the topic Prayer. Share only what you are comfortable sharing.
Can Alain Lea speak at our church or event?
Send a speaking request through the contact form. Alain travels to preach where the message is received.
Is the site available in French?
Yes. Every page has a French version. Use the FR link at the top of any page.
Is Christ In All Nations recognized by the IRS?
Yes. Christ In All Nations (CIAN) is a Christian church. The IRS issued a determination letter (Letter 947, August 11, 2025) recognizing Christ In All Nations as a 501(c)(3) public charity (church), EIN 82-3307613.
I am in crisis. Who can I call?
In the United States, call or text 988, or call 911 in an emergency. In Switzerland, call 143 for crisis support or 144 for an ambulance.