Articles for tag: Standex International

August 30, 2018

Christian Standard Updates News & Updates

Publishing Committee Insights

We selected the second—and shorter—editorial from p. 3 of the September 3, 1978, issue to share today. “Fifteen Gifted Men,” written by Sam E. Stone during his first year as editor, describes the arrangement for editorial oversight that was in place during the 50 or so years Standex International owned Standard Publishing, the former parent company of Christian Standard and The Lookout. To set the stage: The first edition of Christian Standard was published in April 1866, with Isaac Errett serving as editor. Standard Publishing “grew up around it”—it’s often been said—and was incorporated in 1872. Additional publications were created,

July 4, 2018

Mark A. Taylor

Restoration Movement History

A Brief History of Restoration Movement Media and Christian Standard Media

Compiled by Shawn McMullen Christian Standard and The Lookout have a rich history within the Restoration Movement. Christian Standard was first published in 1866; The Lookout was first published as the Young People’s Standard in 1888 and changed to its current name in 1894. Under the umbrella of Standard Publishing, the magazines served Christian churches and churches of Christ across the United States and around the world for a century and a half. Ownership and leadership have changed through the years, but the purpose of the publications has remained the same—to strengthen churches and their leaders through biblical teaching and the promotion of the Restoration

February 13, 2017

Mark A. Taylor

Christian Standard Updates Ministries & Nonprofits News & Updates

New Owners for Christian Standard Media

Parker, Colorado February 13, 2017 The Solomon Foundation (TSF), a church extension fund serving the Christian churches and churches of Christ with headquarters in Parker, Colorado, has acquired Christian Standard Media, according to TSF chief executive officer Doug Crozier. Christian Standard Media consists of The Lookout and Christian Standard magazines. “Christian Standard and The Lookout, so important to the Christian churches and churches of Christ for 15 decades, are now residing where they belong,” Crozier said, “with a ministry also committed to the congregations in this fellowship.” “We’re delighted by this opportunity to grow in our service to the churches,”

September 6, 2006

Mark A. Taylor

News & Updates Christian Standard Updates

Good News Is for Sharing

A letter distributed August 9 explains Standard Publishing’s new owner after the company was sold by Standex International to the Wicks Group, reaffirming doctrinal oversight, renewed independence, and plans for new products and services.

November 30, 2005

Mark A. Taylor

News & Updates

Standex International puts Standard Publishing up for sale

Surprised but Not Discouraged

Standex International has decided to offer Standard Publishing for sale alongside other Consumer Products Group companies. Leaders say the move is strategic, not performance-related, as employees remain committed to “bringing the Word to life.”

November 6, 2005

Mark A. Taylor

News & Updates Christian Standard Updates

Surprised but Not Discouraged

Standard Publishing employees learned Standex planned to offer the company for sale. Leaders said the move reflects Standex strategy—not Standard’s performance—and staff reaffirmed trust in God and commitment to “bringing the Word to life.”