Penny Crusade Turns 70: A Legacy of Generosity

This year marks the 70th anniversary of Penny Crusade! While looking through old archives, we uncovered a remarkable fact: three churches have each given more than half a million dollars to global outreach through Penny Crusade. These churches are Bixler Memorial, Blakes Chapel and Shiloh Advent Christian.

It all began in March 1955 at the Seabrook, New Hampshire Advent Christian Church, when Chester Randall handed over thousands of saved pennies to missions director Clarence Kirby, saying, “I give them to you for missions.” From that humble moment, Penny Crusade was born.

Since then, our churches have raised over $20 million for missions. From traditional Sunday School offerings to creative local campaigns, Penny Crusade looks different in every church, but the impact is united. Ministry partners around the world have been equipped to serve as the hands, feet and voice of Christ in their communities.

Thank you to every church and giver who has carried this mission forward. May the name of the Lord continue to be lifted high among all nations.

If you haven’t had a chance to give this year, you can contribute online at acgc.us/donate.