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Embracing Women in Ministry

Culture & Perspectives

Embracing Women in Ministry

When I was in the first year of my Ph.D. program in theology at the University of Dayton, I was blessed with an opportunity to write about the Brethren in Christ for a seminar focused on historiographical issues in relation to theology. I chose to… Read On

Published March 8, 2021

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

Open Doors in the Time of COVID

Culture & Perspectives

Open Doors in the Time of COVID

The weight of COVID fell more heavily on some than others in 2020. Homeless populations and addiction communities faced unique challenges brought about by the pandemic and subsequent shutdowns. In the midst of these trials, two Brethren in Christ… Read On

Published January 14, 2021

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

Influential Nazarene Pastor to Present at General Assembly 2020 in Birthplace of BIC Missions

Influential Nazarene Pastor to Present at General Assembly 2020 in Birthplace of BIC Missions

As the Brethren in Christ U.S. General Assembly convenes in the birthplace of BIC world missions, it is apt to hear from the voice of a pioneering leader in a sister denomination. Tara Beth Leach, the first woman to serve as senior pastor of… Read On

Published March 12, 2020

Q&A: Gloria Wolfe, BIC Leader and Chaplain of Roller Derby Team

Q&A: Gloria Wolfe, BIC Leader and Chaplain of Roller Derby Team

We’re privileged to welcome Gloria Wolfe, chaplain of the Dirt Road Dears, with us today. Gloria has led ministry for more than 20 years at Jemison Valley Church, Westfield, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Gary, who now leads there as shepherding… Read On

Published July 23, 2019

The Pastor of the Future? Exploring Bivocational Ministry in the BIC

Impact + Resources

The Pastor of the Future? Exploring Bivocational Ministry in the BIC

When I finally get through to Jose Acosta, he is shopping at Lowe’s. “Is this still an OK time to talk?” “Sure,” Jose — a general contractor — responds. “I’m just trying to find a door for a home I’m working on.” I quickly… Read On

Published May 14, 2019

Grace Holland: Legacy of Prayer

Impact + Profiles

Grace Holland: Legacy of Prayer

Each week for almost 20 years, Grace Holland has encouraged the BIC community in prayer. As author of two prayer publications influencing the life of the denomination — the Prayer Focus and the Cutting Edge — Grace, a former BIC missionary, has… Read On

Published March 27, 2019