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Jesus said that we should die daily, writes Pastor General Joseph Tkach. We must take up our cross and follow him. That is what it means to cast our lot in with the Crucified One. Page 6.

 

 

Divine Freedom

Can God create a universe in which he is an active partner with humanity without determining the final choices humans must make?

Mike Feazell answers this question and others in Free in the Divine Freedom. Pages 8 to 11.

 

Window on the World

Here is a story too good not to share, writes Randal Dick.

It involves a wonderful woman with a beautiful attitude and a simple but profound faith. Pages 12 & 13.

 

Philippines

The Philippines' worsening economy and other social problems are affecting everyone, including the WCG in the Philippines. We thank God for our people's faithfulness and their sacrificial, positive response. Pages 14 & 15.

Teen Ministry

Denominational leaders, Summer Educational Program camp directors and youth pastors gathered at headquarters Sept. 2 to 4 to pray, discuss and plan for a strategic focus on young adult, teen and children's ministries in meetings led by Dan Rogers. Page 16.

 

 

Values and Mission

As we proceed with a process of strategic planning for youth ministry in the Worldwide Church of God in the United States we are asking three key questions:

1. Why youth ministry?

2. What should youth ministry be?

3. How should youth ministry be conducted?

Ted Johnston discusses these questions in Youth Ministry Values and Mission. Page 17.

 

18-Tom Pickett.jpg (13796 bytes)Teen service

Sixty-two people gathered Aug. 12 for a reconciliation service for the teens and leadership of the Fort Worth, Texas, church, writes Adrienne Pickett. Page 18.

 

 

28-Roger Galstad.jpg (10316 bytes)Prison Ministry

God was opening a door into prison ministry, writes Pastor Roger Galstad, and I was compelled to go through it. The first visit with Eugene was unforgettable. Page 28.

 

 

Kelly low smile.jpg (11056 bytes)Financial Update

As has been the case in recent months, the regular donation income is coming in at a fairly predictable clip, writes controller Ron Kelly.

That's the good news, and I once again want to express my appreciation for the dependable giving pattern so many of you are practicing. The not-so-good news is that regular donations are falling 4 percent below our budget projections. Page 29.

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