Interview with Leonard Wymore
Leonard Wymore reflects on the North American Christian Convention, addressing its purpose, declining attendance, cost challenges, programming concerns, and renewed opportunities for churches across the movement.
Articles for tag: North American Christian Convention
Hoping to See You in Cincinnati!
Standard Publishing welcomes the North American Christian Convention to Cincinnati with sponsored events including a Restoration Heritage Tour, luncheon, President’s Reception, and Minister’s Mentorship Breakfasts.
Reimagining Youth Ministry
Curtis Booher and Phyllis Fox urge churches to reimagine youth ministry by integrating teens into the broader church body through relationships, belonging, and meaningful service.
May 18, 2008
Tune Up the E-String
John A. Snyder urges churches to “tune up the E-string” by keeping evangelism central, sharing the gospel clearly, and asking people to make decisions for Christ.
May 7, 2008
Interview with the Good Twins
Dwayne and Dwight Good reflect on 50 years as The Good Twins, sharing stories of music ministry, mission benefit concerts, the NACC, and God’s provision.
March 19, 2008
A Program to Recognize the Leaders You Know
Christian Standard invites readers to nominate outstanding servants whose Christian character and leadership are making a difference. Learn the simple criteria, where to find forms, and the April 1 nomination deadline.
February 24, 2008
The World Convention: Christmas Truce or Reclaiming a Heritage?
Drawing on the 1914 Christmas Truce, C. Robert Wetzel recounts how the World Convention of Churches of Christ has fostered unity across the Stone-Campbell Movement—strengthening fellowship, global partnership, and evangelistic witness.
February 17, 2008
Living Dangerously: The 2008 North American Christian Convention
Cam Huxford calls believers to “live dangerously” in full devotion to Christ and invites churches to the 2008 North American Christian Convention, July 1-4, for preaching, training, and catalytic connection in Cincinnati.
February 17, 2008
2008 NACC Women’s Conference: The Best Part Is in the Middle
Julie Gariss invites women at the North American Christian Convention to a “conference inside the convention,” featuring workshops, Bible studies, a luncheon, a ministers’ wives’ tea, and speakers including Liz Curtis Higgs and Becky Pippert.
February 17, 2008
2008 NACC: Come See Cincinnati
Make the North American Christian Convention a family getaway. From Cincinnati’s riverfront and museums to sports, arts, and Restoration Movement history, this guide highlights what to see while you’re in town for NACC.
February 13, 2008
Interview with Cam Huxford
Cam Huxford reflects on leading the North American Christian Convention, the value of intergenerational connection, and what it means to “Live Dangerously” through obedience, perseverance, and mission-minded ministry.
February 13, 2008
This Is What’s “Actually Happening”
Mark A. Taylor reflects on why the North American Christian Convention remains worth engaging, pointing to Cam Huxford’s perspective on growth, mission, change, and the shared essentials celebrated at the NACC.
February 3, 2008
God and Your Average Joe: Lessons from the Life of Isaac
Isaac may seem ordinary beside other Bible figures, but Hebrews 11 honors him as an example of faith, reminding everyday believers that God measures the heart.
January 9, 2008
Written for Readers
Mark A. Taylor introduces Roy Lawson as CHRISTIAN STANDARD’s newest columnist and previews “From My Bookshelf.” He also shares the year’s schedule of expanded special issues planned around key themes and events.
December 5, 2007
Interview with Col. Gene Fowler
Col. Gene “Chip” Fowler explains his call to Army chaplaincy, what chaplains do on base and in combat, and how he serves soldiers of many faiths while living out Restoration Movement principles.
November 11, 2007
My “Jesus With Skin On”
Barbara Rendel shares how she met and married Wally Rendel and watched God shape decades of evangelism and church planting through their family. A warm reflection on steadfast love, character, and “a Jesus with skin on.”
October 28, 2007
How Should We Celebrate?
Bob Russell urges believers to celebrate what God has done without idolizing old methods or dismissing the past. The church’s power, he says, is found in Christ, the cross, and bold preaching of God’s Word.
October 28, 2007
Let’s Celebrate
Bob Russell highlights reasons the Restoration Movement should celebrate, pointing to renewed evangelistic focus, church growth, and effective church planting across the country—even in places once considered hard soil.
September 23, 2007
NACC: Timely, Memorable, and Helpful
The North American Christian Convention in Kansas City celebrated the timely theme “It’s Time,” with strong participation, record per-capita giving, and stories of renewal from attendees, volunteers, and exhibitors—plus plans already underway for Cincinnati next year.
September 23, 2007
NACC: It’s Time . . . to Listen Up!
God’s work isn’t finished. Alan Ahlgrim explores how God speaks, why Scripture calls believers to wait on him, and how the Holy Spirit empowers witness—often confirming God’s vision with surprising provision.
