Is it Okay for Christians to get Tattoos? Perspectives: By Tom Loghry YES: Of first importance, we find no law against the contemporary conception/common significance of tattoos in Scripture. The proscription against tattoos found in Leviticus 19:28 must be understood in its ancient context. At that time, receiving a tattoo indicated that one had sold […]
Malcolm P. Ellis Malcolm P. Ellis, formerly of Ashland, Maine fell asleep in Christ at the age of 86 at Vernon Advent Christian Homes Assisted Living in Vernon, Vermont on January 27, 2020. He was born June 1, 1933 in Castle Hill, Maine to Phineas and Mildred (Chandler) Ellis. After graduating from Mapleton High School […]
This We Believe A Brief AC Doctrinal Statement “This We Believe” has now been revamped and republished. This accessible 8-page brochure gives a helpful overview of the history of the Declaration of Principles and also includes our Statement of Faith with supporting scriptures. Use these in your welcome centers, new member classes or for general […]
James Lee Bradley Bradley – James Lee Bradley, age 63, of Lake City, Florida fell asleep in Christ on December 1, 2019 at Haven Hospice Suwannee Valley Care Center in Lake City, Florida with his loving family by his side. James was born in Asheville, North Carolina on November 2, 1956 to the late James […]
Robert Roehrig Robert (aka Bob, Bunky, and K9EUI) Roehrig died peacefully on November 23, 2019 at Michealsen Health Center in Batavia, IL. He was born on June 15, 1940 to Albert and Adelia (Sierke) Roehrig in Aurora, IL. Bob grew up in Aurora, graduating from East Aurora High School in 1958 and Valparaiso Technical Institute […]
Luree E. Wotton August 29, 1935 – October 22, 2019Former missionary to the Philippines (1963 – 1984)Served with ACGC as part-time Coordinator of Women’s Ministries (1997 – 2001) On November 8, Director of International Missions Jeff Walsh attended the memorial service for former missionary Luree Wotton at Bixler Chapel, Advent Christian Village. A beautiful memorial […]
Ecology (1970-73) Whereas the effects of sin are visible all around us being revealed in many forms and including the abuse of natural resources, pollution of air and water, and some of the related problems of hunger, disease, and overpopulation; and Whereas our Lord and Master, Jesus Christ, was interested in the whole man, teaching both by […]
Clean Environment (1974-56) Whereas Almighty God has created the common natural elements on which we are all dependent; and Whereas He called His creation “good;” and Whereas man has dangerously polluted our environment, now therefore be it Resolved that from this time forward we redouble our efforts as individuals and in appropriate groups to reverse this increase in pollution and […]
Cleaner Forms of Energy (1974-57) Whereas the United States contains 6% of the world’s population, yet uses 47% of its energy; and Whereas this reflects a gross imbalance in living standards among the nations; and Whereas such differences contribute to international pressures, often leading to armed conflict; now Therefore be it Resolved that this body go on record […]
Children and the Family (1976-61) We Affirm that children, natural and adopted, are a heritage from God, given in sacred trust. They are not to be abused or neglected. Children are not pawns of the church, state, or parents. Every child deserves to have a warm, loving, caring relationship with a father and mother, the opportunity […]