February 23, 2011
A Troubled Continent, a New Dream
LeRoy Lawson reviews two histories of post-independence Africa and David Platt’s Radical, connecting Africa’s suffering with the church’s call to sacrificial Great Commission living.
Series: Columns
February 22, 2011
We Have Met the Enemy
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the NACC’s changing role and argues that mission, unity, and spiritual equipping still make the convention valuable for churches today.
February 22, 2011
Romanced by His Words
Janet McMahon reflects on her lifelong love of books and Scripture, describing how God’s Word has comforted, pruned, challenged, and sustained her through every season of life.
February 17, 2011
Joni Eareckson Tada Speaks at Ozark
Joni Eareckson Tada spoke at Ozark Christian College during a special chapel service as the school prepared to offer a university-level course on suffering and disability.
February 17, 2011
Inside Out & Upside Down VBS Ranked No. 1
Standard Publishing’s 2011 Vacation Bible School curriculum, “Inside Out & Upside Down on Main Street,” was ranked No. 1 VBS by About the Children’s Department.
February 11, 2011
Dupray Named President of CDF
Brad Dupray has been named president of Church Development Fund after nearly 22 years of service in ministry development, operations, and marketing leadership.
February 10, 2011
Hes Taken Up Residence
Dave Butts reflects on how “Christ in you, the hope of glory” shaped his understanding of the Holy Spirit and the daily Christian life.
February 10, 2011
Story of Abuse, Rescue Featured on “˜Oprah”
Oprah Winfrey featured Kathie and Kellie Henderson’s story and the Countryside Christian Church family who helped them report years of abuse and walk through the aftermath.
February 10, 2011
Atlanta Christian College Becoming Point University
Atlanta Christian College announced plans to relocate from East Point, Georgia, to West Point, Georgia, and become Point University beginning July 1, 2011.
February 9, 2011
For Valentine”s Day . . . a Command
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Valentine’s Day, marriage, and Paul’s clear command that husbands love their wives through obedient action, not merely romantic sentiment.
February 8, 2011
Jail Call
Central Christian Church launched God Behind Bars to plant churches inside prisons and jails, combining video venue services with recovery groups, small groups, reentry support, and family connection.
February 8, 2011
Free for All
Christ’s Church of the Valley provides free funerals for unchurched families in Peoria, Arizona, then continues caring for grieving families through neighborhood groups and follow-up support.
February 3, 2011
Nevada Youth Raise Funds for Residents of Nairobi Slums
The 1-Life youth group at Summit Christian Church in Sparks, Nevada, raised more than $50,000 to help residents of slums in Nairobi, Kenya.
February 3, 2011
Clear the Snow, Clear the Snow . . .
Momentum Christian Church in Garfield Heights, Ohio, turns February snow into a small group outreach challenge, encouraging Mo Groups to shovel driveways and bless neighbors.
February 3, 2011
Nancy Meets God in Isaiah
Nancy Karpenske reflects on how a purple notebook, one chapter of Isaiah a day, and one copied verse at a time drew her nearer to God’s heart.
January 31, 2011
A Light for the Way
Larry Travis reflects on the Bible passages that shaped his calling, guided his ministry, strengthened him in difficult decisions, and kept his eyes fixed on eternity.
January 31, 2011
The Leadership Institute Offers College-level Courses
The Leadership Institute at Christ's Church of the Valley offers college-level courses through Hope International University, along with one- and two-year internship options for ministry training.
January 31, 2011
New Church Plant in Brazilian Community of Toronto
Impact Canada is partnering with Jose and Regina Fernandes to plant a church among Toronto’s Brazilian community while pursuing a merge with Global Missionary Ministries.
January 31, 2011
Cookson Hills Adds An Equine Program
Cookson Hills Christian Ministries has added an equine program for abused and neglected children and their families, offering therapy, horsemanship classes, trail rides, and family experiences.
January 28, 2011
Series of Mission Trip Webinars Planned
CMF International is offering six free webinars to help churches plan, lead, and evaluate short-term mission trips, beginning February 17 with trip selection and travel logistics.
