Gay Rights Stance Pushes Dartmouth to Un-Hire Anglican Bishop
Dartmouth supports gay rights over religious freedom
“The issue is that he has championed the church’s official position against homosexuality,” Dartmouth junior Andrew Longhi wrote in a blog post on The Huffington Post website. “The tendency to discriminate against (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) people is so diametrically opposed to how I understand faith and religion that selecting a ‘social conservative’ to this post baffles... Continue Reading
William Carey’s Greatest Contribution to the Modern Missions Movement
Carey's theology and the natural outworking of his theology in his life
If we believe like Carey, are we as zealous for God being glorified in the salvation of the heathen as he was? If theology motivated him, and we believe Carey’s theology, then our zeal and passion should be in his likeness as well. True Calvinists–Carey’s Calvinists and even John Calvin’s Calvinists–will seek the world with the... Continue Reading
Air Force Veteran dismissed for saying… nothing
At issue is Monk's refusal to reveal his personal views regarding homosexual marriage to his commanding officer.
Fox reported, “She said, ‘Sgt. Monk, I need to know if you can, as my first sergeant, if you can see discrimination if somebody says that they don’t agree with homosexual marriage.'” Having witnessed the commander’s ire regarding the instructor, Monk declined to answer. He also understood Air Force policy demands silence from homosexual detractors.... Continue Reading
Reformed Theological Seminary Appoints Dr. J. Ligon Duncan as New Chancellor
Duncan has a longtime connection with RTS
The RTS Board of Trustees has elected Dr. J. Ligon Duncan, III, as chancellor and CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary. Duncan is currently the John E. Richards professor of systematic and historical theology at RTS in Jackson, Miss., and the senior minister of historic First Presbyterian Church (1837), where he has served for the past 17... Continue Reading
Abigail Bonner was ‘a darling girl’ with a ‘sweet smile’ and loving heart
Some words from Abigail's family and pastor
“Abigail loved Christ with all her heart, and we know that she is with him now,” he posted Wednesday. “While we are left here in grief and sorrow, we cling to Christ’s promises that Abigail is now where he has wiped away every tear and where there will be no more death or sorrow or... Continue Reading
The Biggest Risk Facing Young, Reformed Black Men
The biggest risk facing young, Reformed Black men is being thrust into ministry too soon
Well-meaning folks are eager to get a Reformed Black man into leadership and help them become more multi-ethnic and multi-cultural. But these sincere offers are sincerely misguided. Most people present me with leadership positions having only just met me. They have no idea what my biblical qualifications, or skills or reputation are. They simply see... Continue Reading
Tribute to Morton H. Smith
A tribute to Morton Smith on the news that Greenville Seminary granted him emeritus status
Dr. Smith was also a consummate churchman. He was the first stated clerk of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) – a position he held for 16 years. In 2000 he was elected to be the moderator of their General Assembly. Dr. Smith loved and still loves the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ. He... Continue Reading
Update: Now Confirmed, Body Found Tuesday Identified as Missing Teen Abigail Bonner
Abigail Bonner, 17, a member of First Presbyterian Church in Jackson, has been missing since Aug. 3
“Please pray for the peace of God that surpasses all understanding for Lance and Rachel and all of the children,” Abigail’s uncle said. “Abigail loved Christ with all her heart, and we know that she is with Him now. While we are left here in grief and sorrow, we cling to Christ’s promises that Abigail... Continue Reading
David Powlison Appointed New Executive Director of CCEF
After twelve years of service, six of these as our Executive Director, Dr. Tim Lane has resigned from CCEF. Dr. David Powlison has been appointed as CCEF’s new Executive Director. Dr. Powlison has been a leading voice in biblical counseling for nearly 30 years as an author, counselor, and professor. He has written numerous articles on counseling and ministry.... Continue Reading
Derek Thomas Called as Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, SC
News posted on Derek Thomas’s Facebook page.
Derek Thomas posted on his Facebook page that he has been called as Senior Minister of First Presbyterian Church (ARP) of Columbia, S.C., on Sunday, August 11, 2013. Honored and deeply humbled by the news this morning that I have been elected Senior Minister at the historic First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, SC. [Editor’s note: the... Continue Reading
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