224th Annual Conference of the Church of the Brethren Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — July 6, 2010 The Annual Conference today confirmed the nominations and appointments of a number of people to serve on boards of Church of the Brethren agencies: Confirmations of board members to the Church of the Brethren Mission and Ministry Board: Rebecca Ball-Miller
On Earth Peace
On Earth Peace Sponsors Bible Study on ‘Taking Jesus Seriously’
It may not have been Christmas in July but it was at the least a very summery Advent as Marlys Hershberger, pastor of Hollidaysburg (Pa.) Church of the Brethren, invited the Sunday morning worshippers into the special time Mary experienced as she waited for the promised arrival of her son Jesus. Relating stories of her
Standing Committee Trains for Special Response Hearings
224th Annual Conference of the Church of the Brethren Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — July 2, 2010 Above: Annual Conference moderator Shawn Flory Replogle (center at top)presided over meetings of the Standing Committee. Standing Committee meetings aren’t all business. Below, members enjoy getting to know each on the first day of meetings, when the agenda included time for
Blevins to Lead Ecumenical Peace Program for NCC and Church of the Brethren
Church of the Brethren Newsline July 1, 2010 In a joint appointment announced today by the National Council of Churches (NCC) and the Church of the Brethren, Jordan Blevins starts July 1 as the church’s staff for witness in a position also seconded to the NCC to serve as an advocacy officer in Washington, D.C.
Newsline for July 1, 2010
July 1, 2010 “If you love me, you will obey what I command” (John 14:15, NIV). NEWS 1) Brethren leader at White House meeting on Israel and Palestine. 2) Church leaders meet with Secretary of Agriculture on childhood hunger. PERSONNEL 3) Blevins to lead ecumenical peace program for NCC and Church of the Brethren.
On Earth Peace Announces Last Year of Living Peace Church Reports
224th Annual Conference of the Church of the Brethren Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — July 1, 2010 This is the last year for Living Peace Church Reports at the Annual Conference, according to an announcement from On Earth Peace. The intent of the annual open microphone time slot during Conference business sessions has been to encourage the development of a
Young Adults Rock Camp Blue Diamond over Memorial Day Weekend
Young Adult Conference drew 70 Brethren from across the country to Camp Blue Diamond over Memorial Day Weekend. The theme was “Community” based on Romans 12. View a photo album from the conference. Photo by Matt McKimmy Church of the Brethren Newsline June 21, 2010 Camp Blue Diamond in Petersburg, Pa., was rockin’ this Memorial Day weekend. Four-square, footwashing, and four-part
Newsline for June 17, 2010
June 17, 2010 “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth” (1 Corinthians 3:6). NEWS 1) Church developers called to ‘Plant Generously, Reap Bountifully.’ 2) Young adults ‘rock’ Camp Blue Diamond over Memorial Day weekend. 3) Brethren leader helps defend CWS against charges of proselytizing. 4) Global Food Crisis Fund supports work of Foods
Newsline for May 20, 2010
May 20, 2010 “God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh…” (Acts 2:17a). NEWS: 1) Sunday worship, other sessions to be webcast by Annual Conference. 2) New investment options are approved by BBT Board. 3) Bethany Seminary hosts third Presidential Forum. 4) NCC Governing Board calls for end to gun violence.
Newsline for April 7, 2010
April 7, 2010 “We, who are many, are one body in Christ” (Romans 12:5). NEWS 1) Special Response Resource Committee concludes its work. 2) Denomination’s new Vision Committee holds first meeting. 3) Gather ’Round is ‘starting over.’ 4) On Earth Peace board plans for a future with hope. 5) Brethren Digital Archives group introduces