October 22, 2026
Setting Our Hearts
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Harvest Prayer Ministries President Dave Butts, 69, Dies
Dave Butts, 69, who started Harvest Prayer Ministries with his wife, Kim, in 1993, died Saturday morning, Nov. 26. He served in full-time prayer ministry for almost 30 years.
Let’s Talk About . . . ‘The Chosen’ (Season 3, Episodes 1-2)
In season 3 of "The Chosen," Jesus' ministry in Galilee is gearing up—he gathers his apostles, preaches electrifying sermons to swelling crowds, and plans strategy for expanding the…
Final Statistics for ICOM 2023 (Plus News Briefs)
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."
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…
Plainfield Church Prepping to Serve Thanksgiving to 2,000
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…
THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘Natural Thanksgiving’ (2007)
"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
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…
Remembering Ben Merold: ‘A Model Worth Emulating’
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…
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…
‘Still Loving Kids’: Dan Garrett’s Ministry Cycles Back to Christian City
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…
Let’s Talk About . . . ‘The Chosen’ (Seasons 1–2)
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.
THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘Work of Chaplains in Pacific Area’ During World War II (1944)
Chaplains Charles DeVore and Lertis Ellett share about their service to God while serving in the military in the South Pacific during World War II. "Any man who…
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,…
10 Ways to Minister to Your Church’s College Students
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…
2022 ICOM an Inspirational Hit with Kids, Adults
Judging from the reaction of kids and adults last week in Columbus, Ohio, the annual International Conference on Missions is connecting with a new generation to take the…
