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November 2007

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In This Issue

What Baptism Has Meant to Me

by Ronald Kelley

How can you know you are being called? How can you know if you are ready for baptism? Here’s my story and what I’ve learned.

The Problem With Victory

by Steve McNeely

Today’s ambitious pursuit of excellence can be a double-edged sword. There’s much we can learn from a man Jesus considered great.

Tour of Greece Planned for 2008 Spring Feast

by David Register

Updated 8 years ago

During the 2008 Days of Unleavened Bread, the education travel program will offer a biblical study tour of Greece. We will focus on the travels of the apostle Paul and his letters to the Corinthians, examining the meaning and symbols for the New Testament Passover and Days of Unleavened Bread.

Challenger II Staff Plans Wind River Expedition for Next Summer

by Paul Luecke

Updated 8 years ago

Plans are being made for a program next summer for young adults in the Wind River area of Wyoming.

United's Financial Statements Again Reflect God's Blessings

by Tom Kirkpatrick

Updated 8 years ago

Independent auditors give financial statements a clean bill of health. The fiscal year saw the mortgage on the home office paid off and expenditures for preaching the gospel increased 17 percent.

Turning the Hearts . . .Teach Your Children About Mercy

by Gary Antion

Consistency is an admirable trait when disciplining our children.

Renew Your Membership

by Jennifer Hoyer

When Cindy turned 40, her sister gave her a special gift, a membership to a health club.

How to Stay in the Faith

by Knute Josifek

Forty years ago this July, my wife and I were baptized into the Body of Christ.

President Visits Congregations in Zambia and Malawi

by André van Belkum, Morgen Kriedemann

Updated 8 years ago

"Can this really happen?" "Do you think he will actually visit us?" "Why would our president want to visit with us in such remote, out-of-the-way places?" These were some of the comments made by members when it was announced that UCGIA President Clyde Kilough would be visiting congregations in Zambia and Malawi.

Covetousness Lurks on the Wal-Mart Shelves

by Joel Fritts

There are so many items in a Wal-Mart store that people see that make them say to themselves, "I need that! I want that!"

FORWARD! Translating Desire Into Service

by Mike Bennett

Blessed are the prepared, for they will be ready to serve.

My Baby Thief

by Kirsten Nelte

My unborn baby has taught me spiritual lessons already. One of these is about anticipation and faith.

Louisville Winter Family Weekend Adds Seminars and Sports Venues

by Mark Winner

Updated 8 years ago

Make plans to set aside Dec. 21 to 25 and join 2,000 of your closest family and friends for four days of education, fellowship, fun and games. We're excited this year to once again offer affordable housing and excellent sporting venues for what promises to be another memorable Winter Family Weekend. It all begins with a Bible study on Friday evening (Dec. 21) at 7:30 followed by a dessert reception and it ends at midnight on Tuesday night (Dec. 25).

Sweet Peaches or Sour Lemons?

by Tina Rupp

Are you a peach or are you a lemon?

Council Moves Forward With Strategic Planning

by Robert Dick

Updated 8 years ago

Committee talks to three companies to find the one that can best help the Council map out a plan to do our work more effectively and develop the physical skills to bear more fruit.

What Is Faith?

by Dan Dowd

Obviously it is something beyond what we can describe in physical terms.

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A Picture Paints a Thousand Words

by Janet Treadway

This expression came true to me recently during a visit to a secondhand shop.

United Youth Camps Team Plans for 2008

by David Myers

Updated 8 years ago

Enthusiasm abounded at the home office from Oct. 22 to 24 as the United Youth Camps team convened to review the 2007 camp season and plan for 2008. UYC Coordinator Larry Greider opened the ninth annual conference by congratulating the camp directors for doing another excellent job this past season.

News-of-the-Work Video Set for Members' Site

by Clyde Kilough

Updated 8 years ago

I am happy to announce that we are launching two new tools that will improve our ability to communicate to the entire Church.

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Teaching Doctrine Through Bedtime Prayers

by Debbie Bates

It is bedtime, and after the usual "I'm thirsty" routine, Patti gets on her knees beside her young son's bed and encourages him to do the same.

A Soft Answer

by John Fox

Ways to turn away anger.

Australia Has Record Increase in Good News

by Ruth Root

Updated 8 years ago

The 2006/2007 fiscal year was a record year for media efforts in the United Church of God in Australia.

Treasurer's Report

by Tom Kirkpatrick

Updated 8 years ago

The United Church of God continues to receive God's blessings in the financial realm, making possible the carrying out of the Church's mission. We thank God for His continuing provision.

United Brethren Enjoy Feast at 62 Sites

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

More than 20,000 attend 62 sites on six continents.

Ministerial Transfer Announced

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Tim and Valerie Waddle (currently in West Virginia) have been assigned to replace Arnold and Ann Hampton in Maryland.

Member Profile: Dottie Seifert

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

Dottie Seifert grew up in a small Ohio town, and was very involved in the Presbyterian church. She even played piano for services and youth choir when she was in grade school! "From the time I can remember, I wanted to be a missionary," she said.

United Youth Corps: International Projects for 2008

by United News

Updated 8 years ago

United Youth Corps Projects for 2008!

Overwhelmed With Grief: Losing My Only Son!

by Allen Stout

Nothing seems good about grief or the trials that bring it on us. But in the midst of a horrendous loss I began to see the connection between grief and love—and God.

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