Signs: Covid-19 Signs Available with Your Church’s Name

Since March, churches have had to adjust how they communicate, relate and function inside and outside the church building. State Road Church asked us to design directional signs to use as they conduct in-person gatherings in a safe way.

These signs are available to any AC church upon request. Click here to learn more and to order files with your church’s name.

Pastoral Vacancy, Concord, N.C.

The Rock Christian Church in Concord, N.C. is seeking a full-time pastor. The candidate should be a Bible-based preacher with a mindset to carry the gospel throughout the surrounding community. Engagement with denominational activities is preferred. Musical ability is desired. Anyone interested in more information or applying for the position, please contact Appalachian Regional Superintendent Bill Millinor (billmillinor@gmail.com) or mail resume to: The Rock Christian Church, 1005 Warren C. Coleman Blvd., Concord, NC 28205, Attn: Pulpit Committee.

Classic Advent Christian Reprints Now Available

“The Origin and Development of the Advent Christian Denomination”
“The Origin and Development of the Advent Christian Denomination” is the third chapter of Dr. Dean’s Th. D. thesis, “Echoes of the Midnight Cry,” and recounts the formation of the Advent Christian denomination from the days immediately after the “Great Disappointment” of 1844 until 1865 when the Life and Advent Union broke away from the World’s Crisis Adventists. Dr. Dean chronicles the moderate Adventism’ response to the fringe and extremist responses to the disappointment. He traces the growing controversy over the “immortality question” and the attempt by the editors of the moderate Adventists periodical, the Advent Herald, to prevent the acceptance of conditional immortality within the Adventist movement. In detail, Dr. Dean shows how the Herald’s decision to exclude articles by the proponents of conditionalism led to the founding of the World’s Crisis periodical and the vital importance the Wilbraham campmeeting played in the formation of Advent Christian Denomination

Available here.

“The Return of Christ”
In “The Return of Christ” (1922) F. L. Piper presents a survey of the biblical teaching on the Second Advent of Jesus Christ by detailing the Scriptural evidence supporting the future return of our Savior. His passion for the authority of the Bible and Christ’s return are evident. The Advent Christian denomination emerged from William Miller’s movement proclaiming the imminent premillennial return of Christ. The predominate position of the wider church of Miller’s time had been postmillennial and denounced Miller’s message. Within half a century, though, Miller’s premillennial position had become (with modifications) the accepted view of the North American churches.

Available here.

“Resurrection: His and Ours”
“Resurrection: His and Ours” is Dr. Dean’s landmark publication and showcased him as the premier Advent Christian theologian of his day. Although Dr. Dean’s specialty was apologetics, “Resurrection: His and Ours” is not a defense of Advent Christian theology. Instead, he presents the doctrines of the Advent Christian church as articulated in its “Declaration of Principles.” This exposition presents the principles thematically using a theology of resurrection as the organizing principle. In the first section, Dr. Dean examines the doctrines the denomination holds in common with evangelical Christianity, focusing on Christ’s resurrection as central. The second section covers the denomination’s distinctive doctrines of the return of Christ, the sleep of the dead, conditional immortality and the earth as the location of the eternal kingdom. 

Available here.

“Miles Grant: His Life and Theological Contribution to Adventism”

When Advent Christians today hear the name of Miles Grant (1819-1911) they know he was a major Advent Christian thinker in the 19th century. Most current leaders, though, believe his theology was defective and his influence was detrimental to the development of Advent Christian theology. Few today know much about his life and theology. In this book written in 1951, Dr. David A. Dean provides a biography of Miles Grant (whom Dr. Dean admired for his devotional practices and devotion to ministry), outlines his presuppositions and methodology, surveys his theology and finds it deficient as well as detrimental to the denomination. This is an invaluable introduction to Miles Grant whose influence extended well into the 20th Century. This book also presents a preview of Dr. Dean’s theological contribution to the Advent Christian denomination.

Available here.

Advent Christian Village Annual Meeting

The annual delegate meeting of the Advent Christian Village, Inc. (ACV) will be held Friday, November 20, 2020 at 1:00 pm (EST). Since the campus of ACV remains closed to nonmembers, the board of directors has adopted a resolution allowing delegates this year to participate virtually. Local delegates will be able to participate in person at the Village Church, Dowling Park, Florida.

Each conference that is a member of the Advent Christian General Conference is a member of the corporation and entitled to one delegate for each 100 members or major fractional part.

Conferences are invited to appoint delegates to this meeting. Each delegate will be required to present duly authorized credentials from the appointing conference. Additional credentialing and identity verification information for remote participation may be obtained by contacting Mary Crawford in the president’s office at (386) 658-5500 or through email at mcrawford@acvillage.net. Registration is required prior to the meeting.

Keri Hilliard
Secretary of the Corporation

Pastoral Opening – Prophetstown, Illinois

The Prophetstown Advent Christian Church in Prophetstown, Ill. is searching for a new senior pastor. The candidate should be a Bible-based preacher/teacher with a Great Commission mindset to reach the lost of the community with the gospel. Engagement with denominational activities on a conference, region or national level is preferred. Musical ability is also desired. Anyone interested in learning more or applying for the position should contact Central Region Superintendent Dr. William Norwood williamnorwood@sbcglobal.net.

Senior Pastor Needed – Bible-Based, Contemporary, Christian Church in Portland, Maine

Stroudwater Christian Church in Portland, Maine, is searching for a new pastor after tragically losing their pastor of 30 years on May 2. While we continue to grieve his loss, we believe God has big things in store for our future. E-mail pastorsearchstroudwater@gmail.com to receive a fillable PDF questionnaire.

New Book from Erik Reynolds

What if MAKING DISCIPLES isn’t something that requires more appointments, meetings, and and late nights?

Are you already tired and weary from a jam-packed schedule?

  • For years I felt overwhelmed with the call to make disciples and not knowing how to fit this good work into my calendar.
  • Since coming to Christ, I was overtaken with a sincere burden to see those around me come to know Jesus.
  • Drawing from my careful study of the Scriptures and experiences, including my time in the Army, I offer the reader a theological and practical path forward for dedicated yet busy followers of Jesus.

I Invite you to read my new book “Go!: Teaching all that Jesus commands to those who Jesus commands us to reach.“

Accompanied with brevity, careful biblical study, and pointed examples discover where God has called you to reach people and what to reach them with.

“In down-to-earth language, Erik Reynolds extends an invitation to disciple-making that is at once informative as well as motivating. Reading this resource will help all those who have been embraced by the gospel to extend the friendship and warmth of Jesus to others.” -Dr. Gordon L. Isaac, Berkshire Professor of Church History, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

Available now for Kindle or in paperback on Amazon.

Seeking Family Life Pastor – Bellingham, Wash.

Proposal: Asking the Lord for a younger, experienced family that would be able to work in at least two areas of ministry need within Fountain Community Church in Bellingham, Wash. (This is not an internship role.) Here are the qualifications for this role:

Personal background:

  • Married with kids
  • Stable ministry background

Education/experience:

  • Bible instruction background
  • Worked in a church setting
  • Shows ability or understanding starting from ground zero

Application:

  • Able to start from scratch
  • Able to see partnerships as a strength
  • Works well on a team
  • Willing to be accountable

Potential Responsibilities:

  • Children’s ministry
  • Youth group
  • Outreach
  • Preaching?
  • Music?

Hours per week:

  • Full time?
  • 20-30?
  • 15-20?

Compensation:

  • Depends on experience

For more information or to apply, contact Rev. Rick Qualls by e-mail at rickq2000@yahoo.com.

Seeking Part-Time Pastor - Colton, Ore.

Canyon Creek Bible Fellowship (CCBF), located in Colton, Ore., is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Advent Christian pastor. We are searching for a bi-vocational or semi-retired pastor with a servant’s heart who truly cares for the congregation and our community at large. Our church is a family- and community-oriented church, with a multi-level outreach. We are an open, loving church family ready to welcome a new pastor. Housing, along with a salary, is provided.

CCBF is located in a rural area nestled amidst a forest/agricultural setting in the foothills of the Cascades. Within short driving distance, you will find mountains, the Pacific Ocean and the high desert. There are many opportunities for outdoor activities, with ideal areas for hunting, fishing, camping and hiking. Western Oregon has a four-season climate pattern featuring mild weather throughout the year.

Colton is a small community with several “old families,” which gives it the close-knit, hometown feeling. It is situated between Portland and Salem. Portland offers great cultural and sporting events, while Salem is the state capital. Smaller, nearby towns offer easy access for shopping.

Colton has an excellent K-12 school system that is listed as an Oregon Model School. Additional information about the Colton school district can be found at their website: www.colton.k12.or.us/

Please send your resume to Canyon Creek Bible Fellowship, P.O. Box 51, Colton, OR 97017, Attention: Matthew Marsh. Or you may email to: matthewjaymarsh@gmail.com

If you would like further information, please call Matthew Marsh at 503-866-6944.

Senior Pastor Position - West Valley Church

West Valley Church in the suburbs of Seattle is looking for a full-time senior pastor – someone with experience in working within a team culture, giving leadership and bringing consensus. The congregation is older but looking for ways to renew their commitment to the community. The church has a great relationship with a large high school within two blocks.

The senior pastor will take personal responsibility for encouraging, guiding and supporting the congregation in developing and executing the vision of West Valley Church to be the reflection of and the representative for the kingdom of God on West Hill. The senior pastor should provide a nurturing and relational incarnate ministry to a multi-generational church body and culturally diverse local community. The pastor should also lead this body of believers to develop and implement their gifts to serve the kingdom’s vision.

Opening is immediate.

Contact Janelle Neil, search committee chair or Rick Qualls, Regional Superintendent for more information.

Bivocational Pastor Needed – Community AC Church

Community Advent Christian Church in Norwalk, Conn. is looking for a pastor who can be bivocational. Please send resumes to Greg Twitchell. 

Seeking Camp Manager - Santa Cruz, CA.

Camp Santa Cruz, an Advent Christian year-round camp ministry in Northern California, is looking for a camp manager. The responsibilities are varied – marketing and bookings, managing the camps and rental houses, and managing vendors who do facilities repairs and landscaping. Ability to perform some of the repairs/landscaping is desired.

Being able to complete all the above with a Christ-like attitude is crucial. The camp presents an incredible amount of opportunity to bless the kingdom in many different ways and the new manager will need to be a strong believer who is committed to the Lord Jesus and is mature in the faith.

Compensation will include housing, base pay and commission. Applicants should be willing to live in a close community and like the smell of the ocean.

For more information contact Bruce Jones, brucejon@outlook.com.

Baptism Updates

Baptisms are awesome, we want to celebrate together.

Please send us the names and dates of recent baptisms and we will include them in upcoming publications! You can e-mail the information to acpub@acgc.us.

Karmon Norris Prayer Chain

If anyone receiving the Karmon Norris prayer requests by email has changed his email address in the last few months, please notify Nancy Brooks at nancybrooks@acgc.us with your new address. Thank you.

Asleep In Christ

Now located on our website is an “Asleep in Christ” page. As we are made aware of your Advent Christian loved ones who have fallen asleep in the Lord, they will be added to this list. Click HERE to go to this web page. If you wish to have details of your loved one on the website, please send the information via email to cbrock@acgc.us