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United News: March - April 2020

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Beyond Today presenter Darris McNeely interviews filmmaker Timothy Mahoney about the Patterns of Evidence film series and Mr. Mahoney's personal inspiration behind his films.

Media and Communications Services Update

by Peter Eddington
Psalm 22:14 gives us insight as to what Christ was thinking at that time—"I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint, my heart is like wax; it is melted in the midst of my bowels.”

The Last Words of Christ

  • by Dan Dowd
Have you ever thought about what your last words would be before you die? Most people don’t. One’s last words can have meaning. The most profound example of someone whose words and actions changed history for the better is Jesus Christ.
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We have to individually prove the truths of the Bible and work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. This does not mean deciding for ourselves what is true, but studying to know we are in "the Way" that the New Testament speaks of.

The Living Word

  • by Kathy Sanny
My journey back to God after losing connection with Him and His Living Word.
Does God’s Word increase our anticipation about the breathtaking future that lies ahead in God’s coming Kingdom? Does your heart burn within you?

Our Hearts Burned Within Us

  • by John LaBissoniere
Discover how two disheartened disciples had their attitudes completely transformed into overwhelming joy and reassurance. What can their amazing experience mean to us on our Christian journey?

Fundamentals of an Estate Plan

  • by Howard Marchbanks
Mark Twain had a silly saying, “Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow.” The author was observing how people procrastinate doing things that need to be done today for another time. Are there important things you’re procrastinating on?
Chad Curran leads songs for the Cincinnati East P.M. service, with Heather Braun playing hymns.

Annual ABC Service Sabbath Held

by Justin Palm
Young adults who attended this year's weekend visited Chicago's famous Cloud Gate Sculpture before departing at the end of the weekend.

Chicago Young Adults Weekend

by Ariana Del Signore
DFW Prom and Young Adults Weekend will be held April 24-26.

DFW Prom and Young Adults Weekend: April 24-26

by United News
Mammoth Cave National Park is home to campsites, caves and hiking paths with restaurants and hotels just outside.

Mammoth Cave Camping Weekend: April 24-26

by Sherie Spalding
Boys from New England dress as greasers for the dance social on Feb. 1.

New England Congregations Organize 50's Dance

by United News
It was a special Sabbath in Phoenix as leadership roles and responsibilities were transferred to the Knudsons and McKeons. Mr. Tuck (far left) will continue pastoring the Hawaii congregation and as the Southwest regional pastor.

Pastoral Responsibilities Change in Arizona

by United News
Photo of girl in field sitting quietly.

Who Do We Rely On For Our Needs?

  • by Katherine Rowland
How should Christians react to fear and self-concern? We are called to be those who scatter, not those who withhold. How can we do this?
Map showing the spread of coronavirus across the U.S.

COVID-19 and the Nature of Sin

  • by Larry Walker
What can a global pandemic teach us about the pervasive nature of sin as we keep the Days of Unleavened Bread this year?
Photo of two women comforting another woman.

Setting an Example

  • by Kathy Sanny
Do we treat all equally and with respect as family, because we are now the children of the Almighty God?
Ariana Del Signore, Dan Preston, Jorge de Campos, Mark Welch and Chris Rowland (right; not pictured) gather in Victor Kubik's office for the festival planning meeting which was conducted with about 35 other people over WebEx.

Planning Meetings Held for 2020 Festival Season

by Charles Melear
Photo of glasses sitting atop an open Bible.

Council Letter: Loving the Truth

  • by Scott Ashley
Many years ago, when I was starting a career in journalism and publishing, I received some advice that has stuck with me for decades.
Hymnal cover

Spiral-Bound Hymnals Available for Pre-order till April 6

by Steve Myers
The property at which the upcoming summer family activity will take place.

Summer Family Activity in the UK: July 27-Aug. 2

by Hannah Ellams
The Creeches at their going-away party thrown by the Tennessee congregations.

Tennessee Congregations Bid Fond Farewell to Creech Family

by Mitchell Moss
Order your own copy of our unleavened bread cookbook by emailing the address below for an order form.

Unleavened Bread Cookbooks Available to Order

by United News
After a few inches of snowfall, campers and staff were able to go tubing and enjoy fellowship outside.

Winter Camp 2019 Report

by Aaron Creech