Evangelism or Discipleship: which matters more? Post by Justin Nash Which is more important, evangelism or discipleship? Both! The two concepts are inextricably dependent on one another. Many churches define themselves as concentrated on one or the other. “We’re a church focused on evangelism. Our mission is to bring as many people to Christ as […]
Should Christians Have Elective Cosmetic Surgery? Perspectives by David Davis YES: Ultimately, what one does with one’s body is between that individual and God. Options for the elective cosmetic surgery we know today were not possible in ancient times. Therefore, the Scriptures say nothing about specific procedures such as dermabrasion, facelifts, hair transplants, rhinoplasty, lip […]
Miriam (Merrill) Loghry Miriam Loghry passed away on the morning of Sunday, September 20, 2020 in the comfort of her home in Pascoag, RI. To the end, she was surrounded by her husband and family’s loving care. She was born Elva Miriam Merrill on August 19, 1937 to Orrin and Ruby (Haines) Merrill in Madison, […]
Not Everyone Who Disagrees With You is a Heretic Editorial by Justin Nash Heretic. It’s the Evangelical equivalent to racist, bigot, Nazi or fascist. It’s the label we often throw at people who disagree with us so we can put the final termination point on a theological dispute. “You’re a heretic,” we say, drop the […]
Prayer Event in Washington This past week, I was made aware of a prayer event in Washington D.C. called “The Return,” scheduled for September 25-26. Having looked over its mission, I believe it is something in which you might be interested in participating. As of yet, we are not sure if/how ACGC may help with […]
First Advent Christian Church’s Penny Crusade Fundraiser WILMINGTON, N.C. – First Advent Christian Church kicked off Penny Crusade 2020 by reminding their people of how the fundraiser was initially started back in 1956. After sharing the story, small painted burlap bags were passed out to be used to collect money – men one color, women […]
The 15th Annual Fellowship Church Golf Challenge Join us for the 15th annual Fellowship Church Golf Challenge Friday, October 9, at 12 p.m. at Brushy Mountain Golf Club in Taylorsville, N.C. Last year, 66 golfers teed it up for this elite competition and 24 came away with winners’ trophies (awarded to the top two teams […]
Hindi Bible Translations Sent to Bihar Sadhu Sundar Sing Chennai, India – Our mission office has been holding a set of Treasures in the Hindi language for many months since the COVID-19 restrictions made it impossible to have them delivered to their final destination, the north Indian state of Bihar. Treasures are solar-powered mp3 players […]
Pastoral Training Planned for October TANZANIA – The Advent Christian Conference has scheduled a meeting of the pastors in October. On the agenda is a time of prayer for their nation and for their family of God in America. To continue their pastoral training, they will discuss lessons from Christian books that they have been reading together. That […]
Quick Updates from Latin America HONDURAS – Cristo Salva recently got word that the leader of the Honduran side of Cristo Salva has been diagnosed with COVID-19. Melvin Corea reports he is asymptomatic but is quarantining in his house. Please continue to pray for the country of Honduras and our Honduran co-workers. MEXICO – “Mision […]