Manhattan’s Jordan White Wins Pete Maravich Award
Jordan White of Manhattan Christian College recently was named the 2023 Pete Maravich Award recipient for Division II of the National Christian College Athletic Association.
Colleges & Seminaries
Colleges & Seminaries highlights the schools and training programs that prepare leaders for lifelong service in the church. Explore articles on Christian higher education, ministry formation, theological training, campus life, and the work of colleges and seminaries connected to churches and the Restoration Movement. You’ll find news, profiles, interviews, and updates about programs, initiatives, and events—along with stories that inform and encourage students, faculty, alumni, and church leaders. This hub helps readers stay connected to the people and institutions shaping future ministry.
February 7, 2023
MACU and Rwanda Challenge Partner to Educate Pastors
Mid-Atlantic Christian University and Rwanda Challenge began partnering to help educate pastors in Rwanda after a law was passed requiring that pastors there have an associate degree in Bible or theology.
January 18, 2023
Merger of CCCB, SLCC Officially Completed
The merger of Central Christian College of the Bible, Moberly, Mo., and St. Louis Christian College, Florissant, Mo., was officially completed Dec. 5 with acceptance of the merger agreement by the Missouri Secretary of State.
Female Prisoners Earn Ministry Degrees (Plus News Briefs)
Thirteen women, including eight prisoners, received Master of Arts in Christian Ministry degrees from Lipscomb University in mid-December after taking classes for years on Wednesday nights. Also briefs about Rusty Russell, Stanley Helton, a Gallup survey about chaplains, and more.
Class Goes On: A Tribute to the Life and Teaching of Dr. Jack Cottrell
After a long battle with cancer, Jack Cottrell, 84, passed from earth to heaven September 16, 2022. Dr. Cottrell was a respected professor of theology at Cincinnati Christian University for 48 years, from September 1967 to December 2015. He wrote more than 40 popular theological books and countless magazine articles. Several days after Dr. Cottrell’s passing, Tom Claibourne wrote the following tribute, which appeared on our website. This version, adapted with minor edits, appears in our January/February 2023 print edition. _ _ _ By Tom Claibourne During my final time around a table with Dr. Jack Cottrell at the Christian
December 27, 2022
Remembering Mark and Caroline Worley
"Mark and Caroline Worley—we miss them so much!" Dr. Cara Snyder writes. "For over 40 years they served Dallas Christian College in any capacity they were called on to do—and in many cases they served not because they were asked, but because something needed to be done. . . . "
December 21, 2022
Harvey Bacus, Who Led OCC’s Missions Department for 33 Years, Dies (Plus News Briefs)
Harvey Bacus, who led Ozark Christian College's Missions Department for 33 years, died on Friday. Also, Jack Cottrell's library collection is headed to Mid-Atlantic Christian University. And more . . .
December 13, 2022
TCI Displaced but Continuing to Serve Ukraine as Christmas Nears
Tavriski Christian Institute celebrated its 25th anniversary this fall. It did so during a war, displaced from its campus in Kherson, Ukraine, but dedicated to continuing its commitment to training Christian leaders for a country that needs them more than ever.
November 21, 2022
Strong Showings in Finals as Cross Country, Soccer, and Volleyball Teams Close Out Seasons
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.
November 16, 2022
Milligan Honors Babik, Other Alumni (Plus News Briefs)
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.
November 9, 2022
Caroline and Mark Worley Leave a Legacy at DCC (Plus News Briefs)
Mark and Caroline Worley, who both passed away in recent weeks, leave a legacy at Dallas Christian College. Also, in other news, Lincoln Christian College honors two alums, and a bridge is named for Duard Walker at Milligan University.
October 31, 2022
Point Defeats KCU 43-40 on Last-Second Field Goal
Point University defeated Kentucky Christian University Saturday afternoon on a last-second field goal set up by a string of completions by a freshman quarterback getting his first collegiate start.
October 24, 2022
Sibilski Wastes No Time Jump-Starting GLCC Soccer
The Great Lakes Christian College women’s soccer team polished off its regular season with 3-0 win over Regent University (Virginia Beach, Va.) and is ranked second in the NCCAA DII Coach’s Poll. The squad enters the postseason as defending national champions—a great accomplishment, especially when considering that three years ago the program didn’t exist.
October 18, 2022
‘Beard Off’ Participants Sacrifice Whiskers for GLCC Scholarships
A lot of whiskers hit the floor at the finale of “The Beard Off” fundraising event to raise scholarship monies for Great Lakes Christian College. Every competitor who was able to attend the event Saturday went under the razor. In total, The Beard Off raised $22,190, said event organizer Caleb Weller on Monday morning.
Emmanuel Partners with Local Churches to Launch Ministry Fellows Program
Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan has created a pathway for students to gain paid ministry experience by partnering with churches in the Johnson City, Tenn., area.
September 27, 2022
10 Common Reasons Students Don’t Attend Christian College . . . and How We Can Respond
David Fincher describes five common reasons students give for not attending college and five reasons students give for not attending a Christian college. Each reason is followed by a thoughtful response that can be used to start a discussion with potential students.
September 23, 2022
‘Beard Off’ Aims to Raise $50,000 for GLCC Scholarships
More than a dozen men are effectively auctioning away their whiskers to raise scholarship monies for Great Lakes Christian College. "Beard Off" participants include president Frank Weller, GLCC trustee Duke Gray; VP Greg Stauffer; Richard Westerlund, athletic director and men’s basketball coach; and alum/preacher CJ Powell, among others. Contribute funds for participants to either "Shave" or "Keep" their beards.
September 16, 2022
Alberta Bible College Celebrates 90 Years of Training Leaders
Alberta Bible College is celebrating its 90th anniversary this weekend with three days of festivities beginning today (Sept. 16).
September 5, 2022
Preventing ‘Christian Dropouts’: Helping Students Stay Faithful Through the College Years
Everyone knows a student who turned their back on their faith during their college years. Maybe one of your children did—or you’re concerned that someday, one of them will. As the new school year begins, two experts—Robert Witte and Jim Musser—offer their advice to Christian parents of children of all ages.
September 2, 2022
Lloyd Pelfrey & Gareth Reese: 130 Years of Service
Daniel Schantz shares memories of teaching alongside Lloyd Pelfrey and Gareth Reese at Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, Mo. Pelfrey and Reese both concluded 65 of service to the school in the spring.
