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The International Conference On Missions shared some statistics from its recent gathering, Nov. 3-5, in Columbus, Ohio. Also, Russell Noble has published his first book, “Parson to Person.”
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Strong Showings in Finals as Cross Country, Soccer, and Volleyball Teams Close Out Seasons
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Milligan University, William Jessup University, Great Lakes Christian College, Manhattan Christian College, and Johnson University Florida had strong showings but didn’t win any championships last week in the national finals of several sports.
Plainfield Church Prepping to Serve Thanksgiving to 2,000
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The members of Plainfield Christian Church near Indianapolis are busy this week. The church is sponsoring its 18th Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner—with more than 180 volunteers expecting to serve 2,000 meals.
THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘Natural Thanksgiving’ (2007)
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“Why is the American Thanksgiving celebration characterized more by indulgence than gratitude?” editor Mark A. Taylor asked in 2007.
Beloved Christian Minister Ben Merold Dies
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Ben Merold, 96, a beloved minister in Christian churches and churches of Christ for almost three-quarters of a century, died Wednesday morning. Merold was known as a church builder and a friend of the small church.
Remembering Ben Merold: ‘A Model Worth Emulating’
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We remember Ben Merold, who died this morning (Nov. 16), by reposting this appreciation written by his longtime friend Bob Russell, with whom he led monthly retreats for ministers for many years.
Milligan Honors Babik, Other Alumni (Plus News Briefs)
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Milligan University recognized the achievements of numerous alumni and friends during its annual “Celebrate Milligan” dinner, including Roger Babik, the founder of Master Provisions. Also briefs about a Church Planter Boot Camp, John Maurice, and more.
‘Still Loving Kids’: Dan Garrett’s Ministry Cycles Back to Christian City
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In the 1980s, young people from Christian City made a profound impact on Dan Garrett’s youth ministry in Atlanta. Today, Garrett serves as director of church relations for the nonprofit that is still serving vulnerable kids (and also senior adults).
Let’s Talk About . . . ‘The Chosen’ (Seasons 1–2)
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The multi-season streaming series “The Chosen” takes enormous artistic liberties with the historical facts of the Gospels. However, it convincingly portrays Jesus as enigmatically both human and divine.