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
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General news of the brotherhood of Christ.
Wilkins Radio Boots Churches of Christ Off the Air
GENEVA, Ala (BNc) -- George Merritt, a familiar name, and voice to many radio listeners, shared upsetting news about his Power & the Glory program as well as other religious programs. He states: Bob Wilkins, founder, and CEO of Wilkins Radio Network has decided to remove all programs produced and sponsored by churches of Christ and any … Continue reading Wilkins Radio Boots Churches of Christ Off the Air
Online history of Quail Springs church
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - A history of the Quail Springs Church of Christ has been placed online at www.quailspringschurchofchrist.com by Roy Davison, long-time missionary to Belgium and publisher of the Old Paths Archive. The history traces the changes that have occurred though the years since 1953, when the congregation began as a church of Christ … Continue reading Online history of Quail Springs church
Church sign on Kaepernick: ‘All will one day kneel’
Sign takes on political statement to make spiritual point.
Saints address HuffPo article critical of church
Brethren respond well to public attack on the American brotherhood.
Cecil May health update
by Glenda Williams, BNC correspondent Montgomery, Ala (BNc) -- Cecil May, well-known and loved by many, recently broke his hip after falling in his apartment in Montgomery. After surgery and a period of recovery, he was moved to a rehab facility in the area. He has progressed nicely and expected to be going home Wednesday … Continue reading Cecil May health update
Tennessee I-40 accident victims funeral time set
HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn (BNc) -- Laura, age 50, Claire, 19, and Will Shelburne, 22, were killed in an accident on Tennessee I-40, Friday, June 27. Funeral services will be held Monday, July 7, at 2:00 p.m. at Walnut Street Church of Christ, Dickson, TN. Visitation will be from 11:00 – 2:00. Burial will follow in Dickson Memorial … Continue reading Tennessee I-40 accident victims funeral time set
Ruth Robinson, 87, travels with son everywhere.
BRANTLEY, Ala(BNc) -- Ruth Robinson, mother of Garland M. Robinson, is visiting in south Alabama this week. Garland is preaching in a gospel meeting at the Sasser Church of Christ near Brantley, Ala. "Oh, I go with him everywhere he goes. If he flies, he gets me a ticket, and I go with him wherever … Continue reading Ruth Robinson, 87, travels with son everywhere.
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
Amerindians Hungry to Hear Gospel
SUMMERDALE, Ala (BNC) -- "A group of 35 people (adults and children) traveled over three hours on an uncovered trailer pulled behind a tractor on roads that many would consider impassable just to hear the Gospel preached. They came knowing there were no beds to sleep in. Some slept in tents, others slept in the … Continue reading Amerindians Hungry to Hear Gospel
Elba, Alabama Church Singing Unique
by Glenda Williams, BNc Correspondent ELBA, Ala (BNc) -- The Elba Church of Christ hosted their bi-annual acappella singing Friday evening, January 31, 2014. The singing is held the last Friday evening in January and in July. Men from different congregations led songs throughout the 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. allotted time. Phillip Box serves as minister … Continue reading Elba, Alabama Church Singing Unique
Capital Prayer Breakfast Honors McKees
MONTGOMERY, Ala (BNc) -- The Capital Prayer Breakfast was held January 17, 2014, in the RSA building overlooking beautiful downtown Montgomery, AL . Colin and Ellen McKee, long time missionaries to Indonesia, were honored at the breakfast.Bob McKee, brother of the honoree, gave a detailed overview of Colin’s life and work before and on the … Continue reading Capital Prayer Breakfast Honors McKees
Seventeen Baptized in Guyana Mission Effort
SUMMERDALE, Ala (BNc) -- Jerry O. Davidson, missionary to the Amerindian villages in Guyana, and the mission team traveled to Guyana October 14 - November 4, 2013, for another soul-saving effort. They worked in five Amerindian villages, with a total of 17 baptisms. Those participating in the campaign were: David Myers, director of the campaign in … Continue reading Seventeen Baptized in Guyana Mission Effort
Hidden Treasures Christian School celebrates sixth year
PORT HARCOURT, Nigeria, (BNc) by Amadi Jude -- It all began as a dream in the year 2007 when the Lord led the heart of Brother UChenna F. Bekee to begin a work that has resulted in six years of graduating students from the Hidden Treasures Christian School. July 27 was another memorable day for … Continue reading Hidden Treasures Christian School celebrates sixth year
Major Scottish newspaper freaks out over church’s distribution of creation material in school
Article calls church "extremist US religious cult."
Amridge University Graduation held June 8, 2013
MONTGOMERY, Ala (BNc) -- Raymond Elliott, well-known and loved gospel preacher, reports attending a most impressive Amridge University graduation, June 8, 2013. The impressive Amridge Graduation Ceremony was held in the Davis Theater, downtown Montgomery, Alabama. Five graduates received AA Degrees; 70 graduates received BS/BA degrees; 72 graduates received MS/MA Degrees; and 11 graduates received … Continue reading Amridge University Graduation held June 8, 2013
Christian writer stupefied: ‘How could Gosnell do what he did?’
Devotional writer takes a different tack today in light of the abortion doctor's conviction.
Carl Sims unveils Sowing the Seed Seminar
CLARKSVILLE, Tn (BNc) -- Carl S. Sims, Clarksville, TN, has written his own Bible study materials and unveiled them this week. Sowing the Seed materials and seminars are now available. Sims has taught the Open Bible Study for 26 years. Baptisms, as a result of his daily Bible studies, are too many to mention. Sims … Continue reading Carl Sims unveils Sowing the Seed Seminar
What effect will Catholic pope’s resignation have on the New Testament church’s work?
How will Benedict XVI's renunciation affect the work of God's people?