September 23, 2009
What We Do, Why It Matters
Mark A. Taylor reflects on how the North American Christian Convention has encouraged ministers through simple conversations, shared worship, and timely reminders that they are not alone.
Articles for tag: North American Christian Convention
September 16, 2009
Put on Your Shoes
Mark A. Taylor reflects on simple obedience, biblical examples, and the next faithful step God asks us to take while we trust him with the larger outcome.
August 19, 2009
How Will You Celebrate Great Communion?
Mark A. Taylor reviews the purpose of Great Communion and shares practical resources for churches planning an October 4 observance rooted in Restoration Movement history.
Interview with John Caldwell
John Caldwell reflects on 35 years at Kingsway Christian Church, sharing lessons on long-term ministry, spiritual disciplines, elders, succession planning, and faithful perseverance.
July 8, 2009
Interview with David Clark
David Clark reflects on “Grace that Heals,” explaining how God’s grace restores wounded souls, confronts hidden brokenness, and invites people into prayer, humility, and lasting spiritual healing.
July 5, 2009
A History of Open Forum
John Mills reflects on the Open Forum’s 26-year effort to foster dialogue, church planting, mission, and unity among Christian churches/churches of Christ and the wider Stone-Campbell Movement.
May 24, 2009
The 2006 Unity Efforts: Three Years Later
David Faust reflects on the 2006 unity efforts between Christian churches and churches of Christ, naming what changed, what did not, and why cooperation still matters.
March 29, 2009
What Is the Glue?
David Faust reflects on what truly holds Christian churches together, arguing that unity is found not in institutions or personalities, but in the Savior, the Spirit, Scripture, and service.
February 15, 2009
The NACC Minister & Spouse Retreat
The 2009 Minister and Spouse Retreat offers ministry couples a Blue Ridge Mountains getaway with speakers, music, comedy, meals, lodging, and a full program for $325.
February 15, 2009
Still Amazed! The 2009 North American Christian Convention
Jeff Stone invites readers to the 2009 North American Christian Convention in Louisville, where the theme “Still Amazed!” will focus on God’s grace through preaching, study, worship, and fellowship.
February 15, 2009
Why Is the NACC Important? I Go for My Family
Brent Storms reflects on childhood memories of the North American Christian Convention and why the annual gathering continues to encourage ministry families across generations.
February 15, 2009
Why Is the NACC Important? Let Me Count the Ways
Ken Idleman reflects on 45 years with the North American Christian Convention and how the NACC shaped his family, theology, ministry relationships, global vision, and spiritual life.
February 12, 2009
NACC Women’s Conference Returns for a Second Year
Jennifer Taylor previews the 2009 NACC Women’s Conference in Louisville, including returning favorites, new resources, mentoring connections, and ways women can volunteer or participate.
February 11, 2009
Interview with Jeff Stone
Jeff Stone previews the 2009 North American Christian Convention, its “Still Amazed” theme, renewed preaching focus, and emphasis on grace, reconciliation, and encouragement for churches.
February 11, 2009
Another Visit with an Old Friend
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the North American Christian Convention as an old friend—mature, familiar, challenging, and still connected to younger leaders and contemporary needs.
February 1, 2009
War . . . What Is It Good For? (Part 1)
Karen J. Diefendorf introduces Christian just war tradition, asking how believers should think about military force, neighbor love, moral restraint, and the church’s voice in public debate.
January 28, 2009
Interview with Doug Priest
Doug Priest discusses the National Missionary Convention, short-term missions, mission organizations, and how churches can join God’s work around the world.
January 14, 2009
Interview with LeRoy Lawson
Roy Lawson explains how wide-ranging reading has shaped his preaching, writing, leadership, and lifelong ministry—and why church leaders should keep filling their souls and minds.
January 7, 2009
Something New—for All Our Readers
Christian Standard announces its 2009 publishing schedule, including four double issues, 48 total issues, and 12 special themed editions planned throughout the year.
December 31, 2008
Obituaries from 2008
A 2008 alphabetical obituary listing remembering Christian ministers, missionaries, educators, church leaders, and faithful servants connected with churches, colleges, missions, and ministries across the Restoration Movement.
