7 June, 2025

News

Milligan Honors Babik, Other Alumni (Plus News Briefs)

Milligan Honors Babik, Other Alumni (Plus News Briefs)

Reading Time: 5 minutes

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.

10 Ways to Minister to Your Church’s College Students

10 Ways to Minister to Your Church’s College Students

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A student who leaves for college too often leaves the church for good, but students who receive special attention from their home church will realize they are valuable to the body of Christ. Consider some of the following strategies to help your church go the extra mile with your college students, whether they attend a Christian or secular college. 

‘Mr. OCC’ Meredith Williams Uses Facebook Like Barnabas (and Barney Fife)

‘Mr. OCC’ Meredith Williams Uses Facebook Like Barnabas (and Barney Fife)

Reading Time: 6 minutes

Among the 15,000 Ozark Christian College alumni, Meredith Williams is a legend. During his 46 years at OCC, Meredith wore many hats, including admissions director, alumni director, and many others. Nicknamed “Mr. OCC,” he’s been the college’s single best cheerleader, and when he retired in 2013 at age 73, his ministry didn’t stop. He just moved it to Facebook. . . .