Author Barbara A. Oliver

Barbara has been involved in missions for over 25 years, both in the field and in publishing.

Conference for preachers held in Kazan, Russia

by Glenda Williams KAZAN, Russia (BNc) — More than 30 preachers and ministers from more than 15 locations in Russia participated in a 3-day conference for preachers in the Deryshki hotel, October 26-29, in the suburb of Kazan, Russia. “Churches… Continue Reading →

Korean mission workshop held in Texas

by Don Petty RICHLAND HILLS, Tex., (BNc) — The College Hill church sponsored a workshop on Jan. 23. The purpose of the workshop was to bring interested supporters of Korean mission efforts first-hand, up-to-date information about the work in South… Continue Reading →

Women sew for Guyana children

by Glenda Williams GENEVA, Ala., (BNc) — Six ladies in three different parts of the country, who may never meet this side of heaven, all share common goals. “It’s wonderful. I don’t want to quit. My favorite pasttime is making… Continue Reading →

Man dies after stepping in front of Christian’s car

SAO JOSE DOS CAMPOS, Brazil (BNc) — A Christian man remains shaken tonight after fatally hitting a pedestrian who stepped in front of his car. A sister in Christ, Socorro, called J. Randal Matheny this morning and said her husband… Continue Reading →

Bible teacher brings in students

by Glenda Williams GENEVA, Ala. (BNc) — Her name is Janice Helms. I met her two years ago when we moved to Geneva, Ala., to work with the church. My husband Douglas was hired to be the full-time preacher. Geneva… Continue Reading →

Update of Haitian relief efforts by Judsonia church

Editor’s Note: The Judsonia, Ark. church has been instrumental in launching an extensive relief effort to Haiti. The following is part of a 12-page compilation of communications regarding that effort. For more information see the Judsonia church site. by John… Continue Reading →

Update on the Martin family after fatal car crash

by Barbara A. Oliver, managing editor MEEKER, Colo. (BNc) — The progress of the Paul Martin family can be followed at The Martin Box. The family asks that you continue to keep them in your prayers. Instead of flowers for… Continue Reading →

Martin family involved in auto accident

by Greg Howell, elder, Cordova, Tenn., church MEEKER, Colo. (BNc) — Vanessa Martin and her children, Stone and Alana, were involved in a very serious car accident Tuesday morning, Jan. 19, in Meeker, Colo. Vanessa is the daughter-in-law of Cordova… Continue Reading →

Nigerian School of Biblical Studies student missing

JOS, Nigeria, (BNc) — A preaching student is apparently missing after an encounter with Muslim agressors. In an email to the Central church in Gadsden, Ala., republished today by the church, Solomon Aguh wrote that after morning services they heard… Continue Reading →

Son Light Orphanage unharmed by aftershock

Editor’s Note: Roberta Edwards and children at the Son Light Orphanage in Haiti felt yesterday’s aftershock, but were unharmed.  As of today, the orphanage has distributed over 2000 lbs. of rice, as well as other food. The following is a… Continue Reading →

Southwest church initiates relief effort

An Oklahoma church long involved in Haiti gathers help for earthquake victims to be distributed through churches in the capital. by C. J. Vires PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (BNc) – Members of the Southwest church of Christ in Ada, Okla.,  have been… Continue Reading →

Youth Outreach University to host Dr. Brad Harrub

by Barbara A. Oliver, managing editor CONWAY, Ark. (BNc) — Dr. Brad Harrub will be the keynote speaker for this year’s Youth Outreach University (Y.O.U.) in Conway, Ark. The seminar will take place on the University of Conway Arkansas, Conway… Continue Reading →

Update on missionary Roberta Edwards and the Sonlight Children’s Home in Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Editor’s Note: Roberta Edwards was out of the country visiting her parents when the earthquake hit Haiti. Fellow worker Josh Wyatt, from Memphis, Tenn., flew to the Dominican Republic and traveled overland to reach the orphanage and lend his support…. Continue Reading →

Authors and publishers prominent at FHU Lectures

HENDERSON, Tenn. (BNc) — The Bible Bookstore will host book signings for eight authors during the Freed-Hardeman lectureship week.  Come by and meet these authors: Bruce Morton, Jay Lockhart, Phil Sanders, Dwina Willis, Debbie Bumbalough, Cynthia Guy, Allen Webster and… Continue Reading →

Haitian relief efforts underway

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (BNc) — As relief efforts pour into quake-stunned Haiti, many churches are wondering how they can help. Hope For Haiti’s Children Terry Tripp of the Center Hill church in Paragould, Ark., informed BNc that there is a foundation,… Continue Reading →

Interim preacher closes gaps in church needs

by Jerrie Barber NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BNc) — A preacher’s departure from a church, especially after an extended tenure there, creates stress. While most congregations face this event with Christian maturity and love, even the most stable find this time difficult,… Continue Reading →

Old Mulkey celebrated its bicentennial

By Gina Kinslow, Glasgow Daily Times TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky. (BNc) — A celebration to commemorate the bicentennial anniversary of Old Mulkey was held Saturday, Nov. 21, at Old Mulkey Meeting House State Historic Site. “During the bicentennial observation we will be… Continue Reading →

Concerted evangelism effort begins in Loudoun County, VA

by Laura S. Tinnel PURCELLVILLE, Va. (BNc) – The church of Christ in Purcellville, VA met Sunday evening, November 15, to kick off its new evangelism effort in Loudoun County, VA. The town of Purcellville, population 5137, is located 52… Continue Reading →

Loudoun County, Va gets first permanent facility for the church worship

by Laura S. Tinnel PURCELLVILLE, Va. (BNc) – The first and only permanent facility for the saints’ worship and Bible study in Loudoun County, VA was completed after ten years of determined labor and prayer. The 6,100 square-foot facility, located… Continue Reading →

Lella Harris Stripling celebrates 100th birthday

by Barbara A. Oliver, Managing Editor BULLARD, Tex. (BNc) – On Oct. 31, 1909, twin girls, Lella and Ella Harris, were born at Peachtree Village in Tyler County, Tex. On Oct. 31, 2009, the Bullard church celebrated Lella Harris Stripling’s… Continue Reading →

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