by Glenda Williams, BNc correspondent SUMMERDALE, Ala (BNc) -- Jerry Olin and Frances Davidson were honored with a retirement party Saturday, June 2, 2018, by the Summerdale Church of Christ, Summerdale, Alabama. Friends and family came from far and near to attend the sit-down luncheon and extend blessings to the couple who have spent their … Continue reading Jerry O. and Frances Davidson retires
Category: Missions
Christian carry out the mission of Christ to the world.
To be saved, you fill in the ‘blank space’
What a big church teaches about how to be saved.
Geneva ladies support Panama Mission Effort
Pictured L-R: Kellie Bright, Maggie Moyer, Sandra Salter, Joy Galloway, Carolyn Holloway GENEVA, Alabama (BNc) -- Ladies from the Geneva church work throughout the year to bring joy and furnish needs to children in Panama Central America. The former church building, now mission/fellowship building, of the Geneva Church of Christ is filled with school supplies … Continue reading Geneva ladies support Panama Mission Effort
Saints worship under tree after fleeing Pajok violence
Ngomoromo, Uganda, BNC - On April 16th, the first Sunday after this group of Christians was forced to flee to Uganda from the war zone in Pajok, South Sudan, they met under a tree for worship. Simon Yope wrote to Don Humphrey on April 20th: "We are glad to be given a plot in the … Continue reading Saints worship under tree after fleeing Pajok violence
Pray for Saints in South Sudan!
South Sudan, Pajok - On Monday, April 3rd, the town of Pajok in South Sudan was attacked by soldiers who blocked the exits from the town and killed residents indiscriminately. Since South Sudan became a sovereign state on July 9, 2011 the country has been racked by internal warfare among conflicting armies. Churches of Christ operate … Continue reading Pray for Saints in South Sudan!
LST’s association with instrumental churches
HURST, Texas (BNC) - "Let's Start Talking" was begun as a ministry by Mark and Sherrylee Woodward in 1981. The idea was to make contacts and give Bible instruction by offering people in other countries the opportunity to learn English by reading the Bible with American students. Recently, I was surprised when someone mentioned that … Continue reading LST’s association with instrumental churches
Violence pushes missionaries out of South Sudan
Internal strife causes American workers to leave, for now.
Preacher evacuated from Mongolia due to measles outbreak, others ‘very sick’
A short-term group of preachers face health problems.
150 Attend Four Seas Lectureship
SINGAPORE (BNc) -- From 25 to 28 November 2015 more than 150 attended the 8th annual Four Seas Lectureship of the Four Seas College of Bible and Missions. Those present on the last day are pictured above. Lectures were held daily from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on “Living Soberly and Righteously.” The afternoon schedule … Continue reading 150 Attend Four Seas Lectureship
Children’s home grieving after murder of director
Children and supporters are reeling, steps taken toward counseling and organization.
Bible in English effort leads to 5th Belém baptism for 2015
Good results ensue in this state capital at the mouth of the Amazon River.
New Nepali constitution may mean jail for evangelistic efforts
Nepal nears completion of seven-year process.
Mission Mongolia 2015 sees first baptism in pioneer effort
A team of seven Americans begins a new work in the capital.
‘Pray for us too:’ Few churches organize prayer for missions
Why do we not pray more for the central task of the church? A few congregations are doing something.
Director reports at Friends of Panama Dinner
Larry Brady shares work, with two Panamanian girls.
‘The horrible condition of mankind:’ Why missionaries ask for money
George Hall reminds us that we should be touched by the greatest need of all.
‘Good people have serious problems.’ Lessons learned in Guyana’s Region 9
Charles Box of Alabama shares some important lessons learned on a recent mission trip and how he almost always has to deal with deaths of contacts and brethren.
Namibia campaign baptizes 11, establishes new congregation
Americans with Gospel Chariot spend a week in the northern part of the country.
Panama Missions 30-Year Anniversary Banquet Held
by Glenda Williams, (BNc) correspondent MONTGOMERY, Ala (BNC) -- The 30-year anniversary of Panama Missions banquet was held Saturday, April 12, at the University Church of Christ, Montgomery, AL. The four-hour affair was attended by approximately 160 people who came from as far away as Maryland, Colorado, Mississippi, and other surrounding states. Displays, videos, updates, an … Continue reading Panama Missions 30-Year Anniversary Banquet Held
Guyana Christian University Graduation Held
SUMMERDALE, Ala (BNc) -- Graduation services were held at Lethem, Guyana Church of Christ building, Sunday, March 2, 2014. After completing the two-year intense Bible training, six men graduated. They had come from all over southern Guyana. Graduates pictured above and where they will be preaching from left to right are: Clarence Alfred, Paramakatoi Village; … Continue reading Guyana Christian University Graduation Held