A China Institute in the Midwest

By Gordon D. Venturella Lincoln, Illinois, is both culturally and geographically distant from China”s megacities. But Lincoln Christian University”s historic commitment to global mission connects these disparate parts of the world. LCU currently has alumni in more than 160 countries, so it came naturally for LCU President Keith H. Ray to think missionally about the world”s largest country. The Introduction The China Institute story began when LCU alumnus (and former U.S. Representative from New Mexico) Bill Redmond introduced Ray to Jian Zhu, executive director of the American China Civic Exchange (ACCE). The three began to dream about how to

November 13, 2005

Victor M. Parachin

Care & Counseling Grief & Suffering

GRIEF RELIEF (Part 2 or 3): Children and Grief–Some Commonsense Answers

Children grieve losses too, but they’re often overlooked after a death. This practical guide explains how kids experience grief, how to prepare them for funerals, and how adults can offer comfort, communication, and steady spiritual reassurance.