December 21, 2025
The Time a Family Bought Me a Christmas Tree
Bryan Sands recalls the joy he experienced when a Christmas tree was given to him and how it reminds him of God's great compassion.
Articles for tag: Hope International University
December 18, 2025
The Best Christmas Ever
Dr. Joe Grana recalls the story of a Christmas that changed everything in his life and was the best Christmas ever.
February 4, 2025
Nebraska Nonprofit Aims to Call, Create, and Care for Local Pastors
A Nebraska church has launched a nonprofit organization aimed at calling new pastors to the ministry and supporting those who already are serving
December 31, 2024
Training Programs Continue to Take a Non-Traditional Approach to Preparing Ministry Leaders for the Local Church
In addition to traditional four-year colleges and universities, online and non-degree options are helping to fill the ministry pipeline in local churches.
July 1, 2024
A Time for Hope: A Bright Future for the Restoration Movement
In my old age, a question persists: Is there hope for the Restoration Movement? . . . Over the decades my answer hasn’t changed much. It is yes. And no.
Thanks, Jim!
Jim Nieman is retiring after 26 years as managing editor of Christian Standard. Rick Cherok will replace him starting in June . . .
February 23, 2024
HIU Grad Shares Jesus Through Spoken Word Poetry
Hosanna Wong was raised in an urban ministry but never intended to go to a Christian college. She ended up at Hope International University, however, and after graduating in 2011, she has become an international speaker, author, and spoken word artist who is helping everyday people know Jesus for real. . . .
February 6, 2024
John Derry Reflects on 50 Years in Christian Higher Education
John Derry reflects on a career in Christian higher education that has included serving in campus ministry, as president of two Christian colleges, and with the ABHE accrediting agency. "My thinking has always been that we must seek to collaborate as we recruit from a shrinking pool of students and secure financial support," he writes . . .
January 10, 2024
News Briefs for January 10
MACU Rwanda has graduated its first two students. Also briefs about Johnson University Florida, ICOM, a Woman's World Conference at Manhattan Christian College, and more. . . .
December 6, 2023
News Briefs for December 6
The 2024 Pressing on Conference will be take place in St. Charles, Mo., April 9-11. . . . Also, briefs from Mountain Christian Church, Common Grounds Unity Podcast, Great Lakes Christian College, and Hope International University . . . and the inductions of L.D. Campbell and Bill Greer into a hall of fame.
November 20, 2023
Milligan Cross Country Title Highlights Strong Postseason Efforts by Christian Colleges
The cross country teams from Milligan University in Tennessee turned in outstanding performances at the NAIA National Championships, with the men capturing the national title and the women finishing fourth. This postseason sports roundup includes reports from athletes at Milligan, Ozark, Great Lakes, Hope International, Manhattan, and Dallas competing in cross country, soccer, volleyball, and golf.
November 1, 2023
Why Some College Presidents Were Hesitant to Respond to Our Survey
This is a sidebar to the article, “Staying True? (A Christian Standard Report on Our Colleges)” _ _ _ By Chris Moon To answer or not to answer. That was a question 23 college presidents faced upon receiving a Christian Standard survey asking about their institution’s views on biblical inerrancy, human sexuality, and women in ministry. The survey was sent to presidents of colleges affiliated with the Restoration Movement. In the end, 16 presidents responded. Seven did not. Multiple presidents who responded to the survey said they grappled with the decision because such topics are controversial. Proclaiming one’s views about
August 30, 2023
White Flag Church to Open New Facility Sept. 10 (Plus News Briefs)
The grand opening of White Flag Church’s new 45,000-square-foot facility in St. Louis will take place Sept. 10. The facility is located just south of the church’s current building. . . . Plus briefs from HIU, SpireConferences, New Hope Christian in Florida, and more. . . .
August 2, 2023
Christian Standard Opens Portal to Archived Issues (Plus News Briefs)
A treasure trove of archived issues of Christian Standard going back to 2001 is now available to readers and researchers. . . . Also briefs about ICOM, SpireConference, David Eubanks, AI, and more. . . .
Smith Appreciative of Johnson U’s Efforts to Save Florida Christian College
Brian D. Smith is grieving the announcement that Johnson University Florida will close next summer, but he appreciates that Johnson University answered the call from Florida Christian College in that school's desperate hour of need in December 2012. (Smith, a former administrator with FCC, now serves as president of Dallas Christian College.)
Prof. Terry Bowland Retires from OCC (Plus News Briefs)
Ozark Christian College created a video marking the retirement of Dr. Terry Bowland after 30 years of service with the school. The ministry and New Testament professor will be remembered for many things, including his love for family, church, and teaching at OCC. Also briefs from around the country. . . .
18 Christian Colleges Have Closed Since COVID’s Arrival (Plus News Briefs)
Eighteen Christian colleges have closed since the arrival of COVID-19 in early 2020, Christianity Today reported. They include denominational and Restoration Movement-affiliated colleges. Plus additional news briefs, including the upcoming celebration of American Rehabilitation Ministries' 50th anniversary.
April 25, 2023
Jessup STUNT Team Wins Second Consecutive NAIA Championship
With their victory Sunday, the STUNT team from Jessup University has now won back-to-back NAIA National Championships in only their third season. The Warriors claimed their second title with a 17-11 victory over Vanguard University at the 2023 STUNT Nationals at Edmonds, Okla.
March 8, 2023
SCJ Conference Set for April 14-15 (Plus News Briefs)
This year's Stone-Campbell Journal Conference is set for April 14-15 at Johnson University in Knoxville, Tenn. (Register in the next week for the lowest rates.) Also briefs from Team Expansion, Ozark Christian College, Central Christian College of the Bible, First Christian Church (Columbus, Ind.) and more.
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.
