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Members of Women in Ministry Task Force Announced

Members of Women in Ministry Task Force Announced

In January, we announced the creation of a task force to ensure that the Brethren in Christ U.S. upholds our commitment to affirming women in ministry leadership. Pauline Peifer, task force chair, has carefully selected seven members to serve… Read On

Published February 23, 2021

BIC U.S. Announces the Creation of Task Force in Affirmation of Women in Ministry

BIC U.S. Announces the Creation of Task Force in Affirmation of Women in Ministry

At the end of December 2020, Brethren in Christ U.S. (BIC U.S.) Leadership Council received concern that our commitment to affirming women at all levels of ministry was not being sufficiently practiced across the Church. Concern was also raised… Read On

Published January 22, 2021

BIC U.S. Releases Additional $27,578 from Global Compassion Fund for COVID Relief

BIC U.S. Releases Additional $27,578 from Global Compassion Fund for COVID Relief

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities around the world, we have been listening closely to our global community for opportunities to provide continued aid and support. In May, we reported that over $36,000 had been distributed from… Read On

Published December 2, 2020

Global Compassion Fund Releases $5,000 to Aid Refugee Camp in Wake of Devastating Fire

Global Compassion Fund Releases $5,000 to Aid Refugee Camp in Wake of Devastating Fire

On September 8, 2020, fires ravaged the Moria refugee camp in Lesvos, Greece, completely destroying all shelters. Originally designed for 3,000 individuals, the camp was housing approximately 13,000 people, making it the largest refugee camp in… Read On

Published October 14, 2020

Susquehanna Conference Welcomes New Leadership

Susquehanna Conference Welcomes New Leadership

The Susquehanna Regional Conference of Brethren in Christ U.S. is pleased to welcome new leaders Bryan Hoke and Heather Beaty. In accordance with the Manual of Doctrine and Government (MDG) which states that each region must be assigned a bishop… Read On

Published October 13, 2020

Regathering Guidelines for Congregations as Restrictions Ease

Regathering Guidelines for Congregations as Restrictions Ease

Leadership Council of the Brethren in Christ U.S. (BIC U.S.) continues to monitor and discuss the changing health crisis across the country. We’re encouraged that cases of COVID-19 are decreasing in many places and that state and local authorities… Read On

Published June 15, 2020

A Response to Racism and Racial Injustice

A Response to Racism and Racial Injustice

The recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, Breonna Taylor and David McAtee in Kentucky, and George Floyd in Minnesota have again brought to light racism and racial injustice in the United States. As Brethren in Christ, we value all human life… Read On

Published June 12, 2020

Global Compassion Fund Releases $36,590 for Essential Supplies Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Global Compassion Fund Releases $36,590 for Essential Supplies Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

As countries lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19, many communities surrounding BIC churches are experiencing a time of great need. Lockdowns have prevented vulnerable populations who live day to day from going out to earn money for food… Read On

Published May 29, 2020

Suggested Guidelines for Reopening Congregations

Suggested Guidelines for Reopening Congregations

Across the U.S. we are beginning to see the loosening of “stay-at-home” orders and restrictions on group gatherings. This is encouraging news for everyone. However, the uneven spread/impact of COVID-19 across the country, alongside the variety… Read On

Published May 1, 2020