Former Registrar Publishes Book
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 Former VFCC Registrar and Adjunct Professor, Rev. James Barco, published a book, Excel in Your World. In a world that is unfriendly to Christian values, this book is designed to help believers make a commitment to what Jesus taught. Barco was an employee at VFCC for almost 15 years before retiring, or so he thought.
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VFCC Hosts Relay For Life Event
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 VFCC was proud to host the 2012 Phoenixville Relay for Life on May 12, 2012. Participants from across the county took part in the event to honor those who lost their battle with cancer, those who are still fighting, and survivors, and raised a total of $80,392. Participants enjoyed the campus setting, commenting that the tree-lined streets created a "calm and religious" experience. Money raised at Relay for Life benefits American Cancer Society programs including Road to Recovery and Look Good Feel Better. |
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Staff & Faculty Receive Master's & Doctoral Degrees
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Mark '07 and wife Leanne '05
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Admissions Counselor, Mark Cernero '07 and Professor of Bible and Theology, Dr. Malcolm Brubaker both achieved academic milestones last month. Cernero graduated with a Master of Arts in Journalism from Regent University on May 5, 2012 and Dr. Brubaker, Professor, Bible and Theology, successfully defended his doctoral dissertation in December 2011 and received the 2012 "Outstanding Graduate" for the Ph.D. in Renewal Studies of the School of Divinity of Regent University. Click here to read the full story »
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Alum Opens Pregnancy Center
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 When Keena (Yommer) Shaffer '10 began to realize how many women and girls around her were broken and hurting, she felt God calling her to a pastoral counseling ministry. But since her graduation from Valley Forge Christian College, Keena has gone one step further than just getting her degree. On May 3, 2012, her dream to open a pregnancy center in her town is finally coming true.
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A Night of Awareness
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April 20, 2012, was a life-altering night for those who participated in A Night of Awareness at Valley Forge Christian College. Sponsored by Good Samaritan Shelter in Phoenixville, participants listened to speakers and engaged in eye-opening activities, gaining a new understanding of the disheartening plight of homelessness in the Phoenixville area. VFCC raised almost $4,000 for Good Samaritan Shelter, displaying a welcoming show of support for the local organization.
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Burdened for Belfast
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 On a typical night in Belfast, Northern Ireland, drug addicts and tipsy teens are being handed hot dogs and hot chocolate in a local park. A young missionary and his "Nightwatch" team mingle among the groups, handing out food and the Gospel message. Some of these young people are hearing about Jesus for the very first time, all because a brave and compassionate couple answered the call to a city in desperate need of true peace. Click to read the full story » |
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From Classmates to Co-Workers
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 Every weekday morning, eight Valley Forge Christian College graduates arrive at the same building, at the same time, for the same purpose. Their different hometowns, graduation years, college majors, and goals could easily have taken them on widely different paths, so all of them have no doubt that they are only at Bethel Christian Academy by divine design. Click to read the full story » |
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Video Devotionals - A Nudge Toward God
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Subscribe to receive an email with Dr. Meyer's bi-monthly video devotionals, A Nudge Toward God.
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So... What Is There To Do Around VFCC?
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VFCC Ministry Teams Now Booking for 2012
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 VFCC ministry teams, Pneuma and Chosen, are booking now through summer and fall 2012. While schedules are filling rapidly, dates are still available. These student teams are available to minister in churches, youth groups, retreats, camps, or other special events. Pneuma and Chosen desire to impact the lives of others for salvation, growth and ministry through the use of contemporary music and testimonies. The teams also share how God is working in them as they prepare for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world. Booking requests can be processed by calling Donna Headlee at 610.917.3954 or by visiting the link below. Click here to book VFCC ministry teams » |
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Online Giving Tool
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 You can give to VFCC online through a tool at vfcc.edu/give. We can attest to the wisdom and faithfulness of every person who has invested in VFCC and we thank you sincerely for considering VFCC in your giving plans. Whatever the size, your gift truly matters and inspires others to give. Your contribution will help VFCC serve students and the world through Christ through education and spiritual formation. Thank you for faithfully lifting up VFCC in prayer. Your support, both spiritual and financial, will ensure that VFCC's light will shine brightly for years to come.
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Make a Lasting Impact on VFCC
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 Transform lives, reach your financial goals, and make a lasting impact on Valley Forge Christian College. Planned giving can make it happen. A variety of charitable options allow you to make a significant gift to VFCC and reach future financial goals for you and your family. Options include: charitable remainder trust, endowment, charitable gift annuity and donor advised fund. VFCC is partnering with Assemblies of God Financial Services to provide professional planned giving services.  For information on how your gift can benefit VFCC, contact:Kristie Overly Director of Annual Fund, Grants & Alumni Services 610.917.1414 |
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Leadership Tools by Dr. Don Meyer
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Sunshine, Glenn S.Why You Think the Way You Do.Zondervan: Grand Rapids, 2009.
Today Christians, at least some, live in timidity and fear of leaving their print on society.They wonder, "How can I have any substantial effect on something so great?"They are but one person in a great multitude.The book Why You Think the Way You Do offers people today the facts of how Christianity had transforming effects on societies throughout history and on the worldviews of the Western world.If it were not for the Christian martyrs of the early centuries AD, worldviews could be even more askew than what they actually are today.The transformation that took place in those early years in Rome has been carried down through the years and has migrated westward affecting the views of many Americans.Although we may not all feel the same way about all issues, many of the generalities that are accepted by the majority find their root in Biblical teachings.Is this coincidence, I think not.God has a plan, and as insignificant as an individual or small group's imprint may seem, God can use it to do transformational things on the world today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
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