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Update on Overtures to the 51st General Assembly
By Larry Hoop
We’ve already reviewed the first eight overtures sent to the 51st General Assembly. Since that time, 11 more have been sent to the Assembly.
Tracy joins the Executive Leadership Team of MNA as strategic operations director, playing a pivotal role in executing the ministry’s internal and external strategic objectives.
Covenant College Inaugurates Brad Voyles
By byFaith Staff
On March 15, Brad Voyles was officially inaugurated as the seventh president of Covenant College.
Haiti: Updates from a Country in Turmoil
By Esaie Etienne
“We want you to be sensitive to the urgent need to preach the Gospel of Jesus which is the only remedy for the twisted hearts and minds of man everywhere of which Haiti is not an exception.”
SJC Announces Verdict in Metro New York Case
The SJC has published its decision and related opinions in a case referred to it by the 50th General Assembly.
By Larry Hoop
The Standing Judicial Commission has published its decision along with concurring and dissenting opinions in a matter referred to it by the 50th General Assembly.
Church Planting Leaders Collaborate at Charlotte Summit
By Larry Hoop
Nearly 150 church, presbytery, and network leaders from 46 presbyteries gathered to talk about the development of “pipelines” — intentional systems that identify, disciple, and send out leaders.
Proposed ‘Clergy Act’ Could Help Pastors Prepare for Retirement
The bill would allow pastors another chance to opt into Social Security.
By Megan Fowler
Though pocketing the extra income is appealing Ed Dunnington calls the decision, “a short-term solution with a catastrophic long-term effect.”
Well done, good and faithful servant
The life and legacy of WORLD founder Joel Belz.
By Lauren Dunn, Kim Henderson, and Lynde Langdon
Joel Belz, founder of WORLD News Group and former General Assembly moderator, died on February 4 at his home in Asheville, N.C., from complications of Parkinson’s disease.
MNA To Kickoff New Church Planter Training Program
By byFaith Staff
The event will offer targeted tracks that encompass the range of phases of church planting, from those exploring the possibility to those leading established churches who are considering new launches.
The new project, dubbed “Teach Us To Worship,” will focus on updating the curriculum into a customizable tool for families and churches.