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United News: January 2007

United News

January 2007

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FORWARD! Don't Listen to the 10 Spies!

by Mike Bennett

After the plagues on Egypt, after the parting of the Red Sea, after the thunder and lightning on Mt. Sinai, Israel moved on and was within striking distance of the Promised Land.

GCE Approves Move of Office to Dallas Area

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

May 6 the General Conference of Elders approved "relocating the home office of the United Church of God, an International Association, to the greater Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, Metroplex area."

Two New Council Members Chosen, Two Reselected

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

The General Conference of Elders selected two new members for the UCGIA Council of Elders and returned two men to the Council May 6.

Eighth ABC Class Begins Character Quest

by David Register

Updated 8 years ago

On Jan. 6 and 7, the Cincinnati East congregation and the home office staff welcomed the eighth class of Ambassador Bible Center, and classes began Jan. 8.

Did Roman Gods Morph Into "Christian" Saints?

by United News

Why would people observe a day that honors pagan gods by associating it with Christian saints?

Pointing Toward the Kingdom of God

by Robert Curry

"Everything God does points toward the Kingdom of God," stated Clyde Kilough, president of United Church of God at the recent Feast of Tabernacles in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Wagon of Rocks

by Janet Keisel

When you are "crazy busy," how can you simplify your life?

Church Invests Increased Income in Media, Ministry and Office

by Don Henson

Updated 8 years ago

A very positive financial position with 9 to 10 percent income growth will allow UCG to advertise in Reader's Digest, fund more ministerial training and pay off the mortgage on the home office building.

2006 Louisville Weekend Was a Winner!

by Janet Treadway

Updated 8 years ago

A winning weekend!

How Far Will We Trust God?

by Tim Groves

During trials are we committed to God's will, regardless of the outcome?

Task Force Tackles Outcomes for Education Programs

by David Register

Updated 8 years ago

The Education Advisory task force met at the home office in Cincinnati, Ohio, over the weekend of Dec. 16 and 17, 2006.

28,000 New Mothers Get GN

by John LaBissoniere

Updated 8 years ago

During the last fiscal year an intensive effort was made to reach first-time mothers with the gospel message through American Baby magazine's “Especially for Mothers” co-op mailer program.

FORWARD! "But [It Is] God Who Gives the Increase"

by Tom Kirkpatrick

Updated 8 years ago

More than once, we have commented that the last 10 years or so have been a "wild ride" for the people of God.

Minister Makes Third Annual Visit to the Dominican Republic

by Ralph Levy

Updated 8 years ago

For the third consecutive year, the Dominican Republic received a visit from Ralph Levy, a minister who works in the home office and speaks fluent Spanish.

Council Discusses Strategic Issues

by Don Henson

Updated 8 years ago

Dec. 10, after presenting additional ways to invest funds in the work of the Church this year (see page 1), UCGIA President Clyde Kilough then led the Council into a consideration of larger and long-term issues.

Council Considers GCE Meetings for 2007 and Beyond

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Dec. 11, David Register, chairman of the GCE Planning Task Force, presented a schedule and theme proposal for the 2007 annual meeting of the General Conference of Elders.

Local Church Updates: 30 Years of Service Recognized

by Ken Skorseth

Updated 8 years ago

On Nov. 18, 2006, the Watertown and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, congregations had the pleasure of giving special recognition to Harlan and Janice Spieker for their 30 years of dedicated service in the ministry of Jesus Christ.

News at a Glance: 335 Baptized Around the World

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

In 2006, at least 335 new members were baptized around the world.

Treasure Digest: Are You Ready for False Doctrine?

by Carol Taylor

Would you know a counterfeit bill if you saw one?

Local Church Updates: Auckland, New Zealand, Sabbath School Explores Nature

by Monica Webb, Sharon Maguire

Updated 8 years ago

The Sabbath of Dec. 2, 2006, found the Auckland, New Zealand, Sabbath school in the Domain, an extensive park that borders the church hall.

News at a Glance: Beyond Today on Google Video and Yahoo Video

by Peter Eddington

Updated 8 years ago

In addition to YouTube mentioned last issue (page 16), the popular online search tool Google offers a video search feature where registered users can upload videos to the Google video Web site.

International News at a Glance: British Isles Ministers Meet to Discuss Feast, More

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

The ministry of the United Church of God in the British Isles met Nov. 12.

News at a Glance: Calendar of Events

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Calendar of Events

International News at a Glance: Canada Sends Millionth Item

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

With the 11,607 copies of the January/February Good News, UCG–Canada has now distributed more than a million items since 1999.

News From Around the World: Canadian Council and Ministers Meet in Toronto

by Rainer Salomaa

Updated 8 years ago

The United Church of God–Canada recently had a series of meetings in Toronto, Ontario, that were extremely profitable.

Local Church Updates: Canadian Member Delivers 400 GNs and 1,000 Brochures

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Isabelle Nicol, a member in Ottawa, Ontario, regularly walks around her suburban neighborhood for exercise.

International News at a Glance: Congregations in Zambia Receive MP3 Players

by André van Belkum

Updated 8 years ago

The Good Works Program donated four MP3 players to the congregations in Zambia.

News at a Glance: Council Names Corporate Secretary

by Don Henson

Updated 8 years ago

In an executive session Dec. 12, the Council of Elders engaged in a final discussion and decision to appoint a corporate secretary.

News at a Glance: Coworkers and Donors Increasing

by Peter Eddington

Updated 8 years ago

The Church's base of U.S. coworkers and donors continues to rise at a nice pace.

News at a Glance: Days of Unleavened Bread Egypt Tour Details Available

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Estimated prices for the April 4 to 11 seven-day/six-night tour of Egypt announced last issue (page 1) have been posted on the travelgallery.com Web site.

News at a Glance: Elders Ordained and Credentialed

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

ed On Dec. 10, the Council of Elders approved the credentialing of Donald Mathie as an elder.

News at a Glance: Feast Coordinators to Meet in Dallas

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

The four Canadian Festival coordinators and director of operations Tony Wasilkoff will join the U.S. Festival coordinators for their annual meeting Feb. 7 and 8 in Dallas, Texas.

International News at a Glance: Group in Zambia Interested in Joining United

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Clyde Kilough reported to the Council of Elders Dec. 8, 2006, that a group of Church members and their leaders in Zambia are interested in becoming part of United.

Local Church Updates: Member Interviewed by USA Today

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Alix Kubik, a member in Indiana, was interviewed by a reporter from USA Today about the service project she is involved with—coordinating a wheelchair distribution project for LifeNets.

News From Around the World: Members Help Build Hall in Kasumpa, Zambia

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

On Tuesday morning, Nov. 27, the first Bible study was held in the new church hall in the Kasumpa region of Zambia.

Local Church Updates: Members Make the Front Page as Foster Parents for a Bird

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

In July 2006, Tim and Mallory Ribera, members who attend the El Paso, Texas, congregation, were featured on the front page of the Alamogordo [ New Mexico ] Daily News.

News at a Glance: New Camp Site and Director Announced

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Steve Nutzman has been appointed as camp director for the United Youth Camp in the Northwest Region.

News at a Glance: New E-Magazine Approved

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

The Council of Elders approved a new electronic publication dealing in specialized education issues for members with addictions, addictive behavior, anti-social behavior, emotional and mental problems.

International News at a Glance: News From Harare

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Harris Hlazo, a longtime member, submitted this report from Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe:

Local Church Updates: Oakland and San Jose Ladies Enjoy Tea and Exchange Feast Gifts

by Jerri Anderson

Updated 8 years ago

Ladies from the Oakland and San Jose, California, congregations gathered for the Women's Friendship Circle annual tea and gift exchange Nov. 19.

News at a Glance: Old Cards Keep Coming In

by John LaBissoniere

Updated 8 years ago

Good News print advertising continues to serve as an important ingredient in the Church's endeavor to publish the gospel message.

Local Church Updates: Pastor's Editorial About Halloween Sparks Interest

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Stuart Segall, pastor of the Eureka and Crescent City, California, congregations, submitted a guest editorial titled "Halloween Revisited" to the local newspaper.

News at a Glance: Pittsburgh to Host Great Lakes Teen Prom

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

The 11th annual Great Lakes Region Teen Prom will be hosted on Saturday, April 28, by the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, congregation at the DoubleTree Hotel–Pittsburgh Airport (8402 University Blvd., Coraopolis, PA 15108—the same location as last year).

News at a Glance: Planning to Travel Internationally? Get Your Passport

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

As of Jan. 23, 2007, all persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air to Canada, Central and South America, Mexico and the Caribbean will be required to present a valid passport to reenter the United States.

Treasure Digest: Quiz: Places, Past and Present

by Karen Meeker

There are hundreds of place names in the Bible, but many have faded without a trace into obscurity.

Treasure Digest: Revisiting Why Were You Born?

by Stuart Segall

Herbert W. Armstrong would ask in his sermons, "Why were you born?" He also wrote a booklet with that title, stimulating thoughtful questions about the purpose of life.

Council Member Profile: Richard Thompson

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Richard C. Thompson was reselected by the General Conference of Elders to serve another three-year term on the Council of Elders in May 2006.

Council Member Profile: Robert Dick

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Robert Dick was born in 1943 in Caldwell, Idaho.

News at a Glance: Salt Lake Ski Weekend Set

by John Fox

Updated 8 years ago

The Salt Lake City, Utah, congregation will be hosting its annual Presidents' Day Ski Weekend, Feb. 16 to 19.

Treasure Digest: Staying Spiritually Hydrated

by Sharon VanSchuyver

Having survived yet another Houston summer, each passing one seems more brutal than the last.

Treasure Digest: The Chambered Nautilus

by Newton Baker

This quote from "The Chambered Nautilus" by Oliver Wendell Holmes speaks of how the nautilus, as it grows, enlarges its shell to accommodate its new size.

Treasure Digest: The Hope Scriptures

by Joe Bellefeuille

When trials push us to our very limits, does God offer us encouragement to get through them?

Treasure Digest: Turning the Hearts . . . Caring for Your Elderly Parents, Part 2

by Gary Antion

Last month we looked at the biblical principles involved in caring for our elderly parents.

Local Church Updates: What's New on the Web?

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

What's New on the Web?

News at a Glance: What's New on the Web?

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

What's New on the Web?

Treasure Digest: You Can Mentor the Next Generation!

by Tina Rupp

Mentors are needed today in the Church.

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