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The PCA loses a faithful Pastor: Marshall St. John (1947–2011)

Written by Wes White | Saturday, September 3, 2011

The Lord has seen fit to take home one of his faithful servants, Marshall St. John. I never met him in person, but I enjoyed reading his articles and interacting with him over the internet. I’m sad to see him go, but our heavenly Father had other plans. Editors Note: We will have a visitation... Continue Reading

At 39, new Gordon College president leads evangelical up-and-comers

Written by G. Jeffrey MacDonald, RNS | Thursday, September 1, 2011

If personal style is any indicator, Lindsay is apt to hold Gordon and Christian higher education to high standards. Lindsay expected all his research assistants to wear sharp business casual attire when working on his projects. If a student’s cell phone ever rang during class, Lindsay would assess a $5 fine to help pay for... Continue Reading

UPDATED Thursday Noon: Founder and Director of LOGOI Ministries, PCA Teaching Elder Les Thompson, died on August 30 at age 80

Written by Don K. Clements | Wednesday, August 31, 2011

The Board of Logoi Ministries has reported the death of their founder and longtime director, Les Thompson, on Tuesday. Updated obituary with details on the memorial service Leslie James Thompson, 80, of Miami passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. A memorial service celebrating his life and honoring the Lord he loved will be held... Continue Reading

Eugene Nida dies

Written by Philip C. Stine | Sunday, August 28, 2011

For more than 50 years Eugene Nida was the leader of the translation program of the American Bible Society, and subsequently the intellectual leader of the global program of the United Bible Societies, as well as consultant to that organization. Eugene Nida, the giant of Bible translation in the twentieth century, died in hospital in... Continue Reading

Paul Lipe: The Town’s Preacher for the Last 50 Years

Written by Byfaith | Wednesday, August 24, 2011

But the grand purpose has always held steady, according to Lipe. “I hope we’ve pointed the community to Christ. When my tenure is over they’ll miss us, but not too much. They know where the anchor is.” He’s coached Little League, substituted as a French teacher, announced high school football games, been a Cub Scout... Continue Reading

ChinaAid Seeks Investigation into Disappearance of Gao Zhisehng

Written by Jeremy Reynalds | Wednesday, August 24, 2011

According to ChinaAid, Gao was taken by police on Aug. 15 2006 from his sister’s home and held for unknown reasons. It wasn’t until Sept. 21 2006 that the Chinese government announced he was being charged with inciting subversion. Geneva, Switzerland (ANS) — ChinaAid has formally requested a special U.N. investigation into the torture of... Continue Reading

A 30-Year-Old Dream I Have Outlived By One Year

Written by John Piper | Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Now 31 years later, I thank God for the lesson. The recompense will come whether I “succeed” or “fail”. A burden was lifted. A burden I could not possibly bear. I’ve outlived my 1981 dream by one year. I was still in my first year as pastor at Bethlehem and I was fighting discouragement. My... Continue Reading

UPDATE: 3 of 4 killed in Pittsburgh flash flood members of a local PCA congregation

Written by Don K. Clements | Sunday, August 21, 2011

Video Link to Pittsburg TV station with additional details including mention of the mom’s faith and mission work. On Friday afternoon, August 20, tragedy struck in Pittsburgh, as a flash flood submerged vehicles in as much as 9 feet of water near the Allegheny River during rush hour traffic. pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/video/6174270-community-mourns-wash-blvd-deaths-of-mom-2-kids/ Original Story Follows: Rescue Workers... Continue Reading

“Their Lives Have Value” – A former basketball player takes on the tall task of teaching at-risk kids in Union City, N.J.

Written by Tiffany Owens, WNS | Sunday, August 21, 2011

The public schools have welcomed the abstinence messages of his organization. Although he isn’t always able to speak explicitly about his faith, Gonzalez is hopeful: “The love of God . . . [is] something I want to share in all angles with others whether it’s outright preaching . . . or staying after school with... Continue Reading

Claim of conscience – Retired PCUSA pastor risks ordination in opposition to change in standards

Written by Jason P. Reagan, The Layman | Sunday, August 21, 2011

A retired minister’s ordination may hinge on his presbytery’s next move following his claim of conscience against his denomination’s deletion of traditional chastity and fidelity standards. During a regular meeting in July, the Rev. Steve Moss of Salisbury, N.C. told Salem Presbytery that, while he will continue to be governed by the polity of the... Continue Reading

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