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Rev. Dr. Guenhee Yu
Disciples History names Yu 2012 Faithful Servant (Disciples News Service)
Disciples of Christ Historical Society presented Rev. Dr. Guenhee Yu the 2012 Faithful Servant Award at the North American Pacific Asian Disciple convocation in Orange, CA. Given annually, the award recognized individuals who have given an extra measure of service to causes in the whole Church. |
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International Conference on Missions
January 8-11, 2013
Christian Churches Together
January 18-25, 2013
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
February 25-28, 2013
Webb Lectures, Milligan College
April 5-6, 2013
Stone-Campbell Journal Conference
April 29-May 3, 2013
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May 20-21, 2013
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June 5-8, 2013
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North American Christian Convention
July 13-17, 2013
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October 30-November 8, 2013
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November 14-17, 2013
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Secretaries of World Christian Communions
Lebanon
June 25 - 29, 2014
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- Lyndsay Jacobs
Reflecting on directions for unity and mission in the 21st century, Lyndsay helps readers to understand that Christian unity is a central (and not optional) dimension to both their Christian faith and the mission of the church. Visit www.broadviewpublishers.co.nz for sample chapters and ordering information.
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The Stone-Campbell Movement: A Global History Encompassing the world history of the Stone-Campbell Movement, this book will be the newest and most comprehensive volume available. Visit Chalice Press for ordering information. Available 2013. |
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| ChristiaNet
November, 2012
Issue 113
Connecting Everywhere...Every Day
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Gary Holloway
In many ways he embodies the World Convention. His name is George Habib, an Arabic-speaking minister for the Liberty Church of Christ in Sydney, Australia.
George has a heart for all Arabic speaking people throughout the world, wanting to bring them the good news of Jesus. He particularly became interested in the 20 million Arabic-speaking people spread throughout Latin America.
Through our Global Gathering in Brazil in August, George connected with many Arabic speaking people to share the good news and to pave the way for further trips to South America. His last day there was a special blessing. In George's words: "God opened the door for me on my last day to share the Gospel with Daniella, a receptionist at the hotel; she was genuine and accepted Christ as a Savior. She said, 'I am thankful to the Lord who brought George over to Goiania to explain to me Christianity. I never had a relationship with Jesus, but from now on I can say my life will be different with Him'".
The story of George and Daniella is one of the many ways God is working through World Convention to connect Christians, churches, and ministries. We are a catalyst ministry that brings Christians together for service.
Here near the end of 2012, we especially need your generous gifts. And thanks to the generosity of three donors, all the gifts you give through the end of the year will be matched, thus doubling your gift.
God is at work through World Convention, through our churches, and through people like George. Let's give him thanks for his powerful work!
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YOUR GIFT GIVES MORE
Thanks to the generosity of two donors, all gifts from individuals through the end of 2012 will be matched.
So if you have made your gift this year, we ask for another generous gift. And if you have not given this year, please prayerfully consider doing so.
Your gifts make it possible to continue to our ongoing ministry of connecting everywhere, every day.
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The Women's Desk
A visitor came to our office. We talked about the usual nonprofit related concerns--fund raising, focused branding, and clarity of mission. And then we heard an unintentional lesson.
"Sometimes when I teach a class," our visitor began, "I begin by drawing a target. And, I ask my class, 'What is at the center of our church community?' The response is easy, 'God, definitely.' And then I ask about Jesus, God's Son - our Savior. Again, an easy and earnest, 'Jesus is at the center, too.' Finally, I ask, 'How about church camp? Or Sunday school?' Understanding flickers brighter. These opportunities to act out and reinforce our faith, although important tools and disciplines that sit close to the center, are not in the bull's eye."
I'm not sure any of us had anticipated that God would speak so clearly about unity in that room. This simple illustration with a simple question - What is at the center? - is the unity question World Convention and Global Women Connecting ask to be considered in their daily ministry. It's the bull's eye that we are aiming toward. When we focus on the surrounding rings, we risk missing the target.
Any two of us will have different ways of receiving God's guiding hand as we hold our bow and take aim. Praise God for the many circles that train our sight and heart!
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Great Compassion
Kiwi Link
The recent Kiwi Link annual report shares a
Christian Hospital Mungeli
Drs. Anil and Teresa Henry recently visited USA Disciples to inform and update congregations of their work in India. Read this recent article about the Henry's work or visit globalministries.org to know more.
Healing Hands International
is now available to help you in your calling to make a difference.
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One Minute, One Dollar
Your gifts of prayer and resource are so appreciated! We acknowledge them regularly on our website under the heading Giving One Minute, One Dollar. Your constant support of World Convention is making a difference everywhere, every day. |
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