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Risky Faith: B. & M. B.

Risky Faith: B. & M. B.

“I had it all set. And then I met this guy!” M says with a chuckle, fondly remembering the dreams she once held for her future and how “this guy” – B – became her husband just a few years later. They met at Messiah College (now Messiah… Read On

Published March 4, 2024

Lent is Still Open

Culture & Perspectives

Lent is Still Open

Lent came early this year, starting on February 14. For this reason, many followers of Jesus wonder if they have missed it. It is interesting to note that Christian traditions worldwide use several timelines to enter spiritual seasons. Consider how… Read On

Published February 26, 2024

Risky Faith: Doug and Barb Miller

Profiles + Resources

Risky Faith: Doug and Barb Miller

Doug and Barb Miller served in Mangochi, Malawi from 2000-2023. They were pioneers among the Yawo, a people group that was historically resistant to the Gospel. Slowly, surely, Bible fellowship groups formed as they sought out connections with Yawo… Read On

Published February 20, 2024

Risky Faith: Mike and Lori Cassel

Risky Faith: Mike and Lori Cassel

Mike and Lori Cassel have served as church planters in Latin America since 2005, first in Mexico and now in Guatemala. Their vision is twofold: to plant churches through evangelistic outreach, discipleship, and leadership development; and encourage… Read On

Published February 13, 2024

Risky Faith: Kris G.

Risky Faith: Kris G.

Kris had a lot on her mind as she unpacked her bags. Sifting through the keepsakes and dirty laundry she brought back from her week in Venezuela, she reminisced on the relationship she built with the missionary couple that hosted them. “You should… Read On

Published February 7, 2024

Pastors Supporting Pastors

Pastors Supporting Pastors

No one knows the mix of feelings and emotions that are behind the scenes in a pastor’s mind other than a pastor or perhaps their spouse. Sometimes, more often than not, these feelings and emotions are not positive or healthy; but certainly most… Read On

Published January 30, 2024

Diverse Scripture Reading

Culture & Perspectives

Diverse Scripture Reading

Jiran Collective had its usual crowd of about thirty-ish people seated in the rows of folding chairs that evening: Arabs – both U.S.-born and immigrants – and European-Americans. Some are Christian, some Muslim, and others find themselves… Read On

Published January 17, 2024

4 Practices to Make the Most of the Week of Prayer and Fasting

4 Practices to Make the Most of the Week of Prayer and Fasting

Every January, Brethren in Christ U.S. invites individuals and congregations to participate in the Week of Prayer and Fasting. This annual practice connects BIC people across the world to join in prayer around a certain theme and seek the Lord at… Read On

Published January 3, 2024

Identifying Our Core Values

Identifying Our Core Values

The Brethren in Christ have a strong sense of purpose: to build a community of believers who worship and obey God and share the Good News of Jesus Christ with all people. To effectively reach non-Christians at the outset of a new century, however… Read On

Published December 22, 2023