New book New book
Mike Feazell’s new book, The Liberation of the Worldwide Church of God, will be released by Zondervan Publishing House this summer.
The book explores numerous aspects of the process and implications of the church’s doctrinal changes. Page 3.
Summerfest
When was the last time you attended a Christian workshop or conference as an entire family? asks Charles Albrecht of Church Administration.
Imagine a variety of denominational activities and presentations focused on the ministries you are involved in. This is Summerfest 2001! If you have never had the opportunity to participate in something like this, or it has been some time since you have been able to do so, then Summerfest 2001 is the place for you. Page 5.
Personal
God still heals today. He still gives financial blessings, spiritual gifts and other miracles, writes Pastor General Joseph Tkach.
Of course, we realize that we cannot claim any guarantees—except that God will do what is best for us in the long run. Page 6.
Testimony
This July 4 I will spend a lot of time giving thanks to God that my life was spared in Korea, writes Leith Cunningham, a member in Cadillac, Michigan, who served in Korea in 1950 and 1951. Page 8.
Latin America
The church in Latin America is becoming more than ever a group that is celebrating its freedom in Christ.
With God’s help, members and ministers are working toward raising and strengthening the church. The area is supervised by regional director Charles Fleming and his wife, Carmen. Page 14.
Women's ministry
Twenty-eight women from Germany, Austria and Switzerland met for a retreat in the historical city of Worms May 4 to 6. Erna Voth spoke on Our Relationship to God. Page 17.
Youth ministry
More than 80 volunteers worked at the SEP camp in Orr, Minnesota, May 26 to 28 to prepare the camp for the summer.
The event ended with the volunteers taking a prayer walk to the various parts of the camp asking God to pour out his Spirit on all those who will come this summer. Page 18.
Going
to church
Why do I need to belong to a church, anyway? Why can’t I just believe in Jesus and try to live a good life? writes Mike Feazell in his article "Give Me One Good Reason I Ought to Keep Going to Church!" Page 20.
Financial Report
Mail income for May was just short of $1.7 million, a decrease of about 12 percent from last May, writes controller Ronald Kelly.
Combined mail income for January through May was $7.5 million, a decrease of 11.5 percent compared to the previous year. Page 23.
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