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Mar 13, 2025
Julie and Eric are parents to two young children. Julie emphasizes empathy and positive reinforcement in her parenting style, while Eric believes in a more traditional approach that includes occasional spanking for discipline. One evening, their daughter refused to clean up her toys before bedtime. Julie suggested using a sticker chart to incentivize good behavior, […]
Mar 11, 2025
In February 2025, Erwin, Chipay and I traveled to Papua New Guinea (PNG) with Agape House Ministries. This trip was filled with God’s provision, protection and power at work and I want to share the many ways we saw his faithfulness unfold. Answered Prayers in Preparation Before we even set foot in PNG, we had […]
Mar 11, 2025
These two neighboring bush tribes have had frequent skirmishes. Defending one’s land is a strong reason for tribal hostility, as the Hadzabe are a hunting and gathering people. Prime hunting grounds are crucial for a Hadzabe village’s survival, and a dry season (such as the one they are facing now) forces them to travel farther […]
Mar 11, 2025
We are pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with MinistrySafe, offering our churches a $100 discount on their first year’s annual membership. This collaboration underscores our commitment to safeguarding our congregations, especially our children and vulnerable adults. About MinistrySafe MinistrySafe is a leader in sexual abuse prevention, providing a comprehensive 5-Part Safety System designed to […]
Mar 10, 2025
At the time of writing, church planter Daniel Karl, from Northside Community Church, was preparing to launch Redemption Church in Clayton, North Carolina. Here’s a behind the scenes look at how it all started and where it’s headed. The church officially launched in September 2024. Inspiration and Calling I was serving on Northside’s staff when […]
Mar 03, 2025
Visiting those who are sick, aging or nearing the end of life can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader or simply a friend or family member, being present for others in these moments matters. But what do you say? How do you listen well? What if you’re uncomfortable in a hospital or nursing […]
Mar 03, 2025
Prayer is the foundation of a strong and thriving church. That’s why we invite you to join Prayer Emphasis, a four-week program designed to help congregations seek God’s guidance and strength together. Throughout May, we’ll be focusing on “A Prayer for the Church” (1 Kings 8:54-61), drawing from Solomon’s powerful dedication of the Temple. This guided prayer initiative […]
Mar 03, 2025
On Saturday, March 1, I had the privilege of attending the Western Washington British Columbia Conference (WWBC) annual meeting at the West Valley Advent Christian Church in Federal Way, Washington. With more than 20 delegates in attendance, it was a meaningful and encouraging gathering. Pastor Philmont Bostic of West Valley kicked off the meeting with […]
Mar 03, 2025
On February 23, 2025, Oak Hill Bible Church joyfully welcomed two new members into God’s kingdom through baptism. Kyle and Ben Kallgren, who grew up in the church as third-generation members, were baptized. Of special note, their mother Stacey assisted in the baptism; she’s now helped baptize all three of her sons in less than one […]
Feb 25, 2025
The Advent Christian Conference of Southern California held its annual meeting Saturday, February 22, at the Advent Christian Church of Los Angeles. Approximately 30 people, representing six conference churches, attended the meeting, which was presided over by conference president Dave Crimi. Western region superintendent Rick Qualls, ACGC executive director Justin Nash and ACGC Latin America […]
Feb 25, 2025
Oro Bible College (OBC), in Cagayan de Oro City, the Philippines, exists to prepare men and women for ministry in the Philippines and beyond. Advent Christian missionaries and Filipino Advent Christian leaders formally established OBC in 1972. More than 50 years later, OBC continues to offer quality theological education for Advent Christian students and students […]
Feb 21, 2025
In Myanmar, our four ministry leaders have purchased Bibles for new believers in their ministries. Several of these new believers are also newly baptized. ACGC sent funds to our ministry leaders in Myanmar – enough to purchase at least 15 bibles in the Burmese language for each of the four ministry leaders to use in […]
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