Almanac Fall 2012
1937 1942 1972 1977 1982 1987 1992 2007 The following events were reported in the Brethren Missionary Herald or FGBC World magazines. 2007
September 2012
Book Helps Abused Children Face Their Fears
By Sarah Kraus A Grace Brethren author hopes her book will help children who have been sexually abused face their fears and be able to tell their story to a trusted adult. The Ticket, written by Nicole Martin, is an “eye-opening and inspiring book” that tells the story of Gracie who was sexually abused. A
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NCO Examines, Recommends Cordell and Jones
Jason Carmean, coordinator for the North Central Ohio district, sends along the following: Congratulations to both Mac Cordell (Sterling Grace) and Aaron Jones (Woodville GBC) who both were unanimously recommended back to their church for ordination today. Thank you to the ordained men who were present to help with the exams as well as the
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Encompass Names New Director of Finance
Mike Dorr of Norcross, Ga., has been named director of finance for Encompass World Partners (formerly Grace Brethren International Missions). He will succeed Ryan Bowell, who will conclude his employment as chief financial officer with Encompass on October 31. Dorr has served as finance director for three companies in Georgia, including The Gingrich Group, OneSource
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Encompass Dedication, Open House Sunday
There will be an Open House and dedication service at the new Winona Lake (IN) headquarters for Encompass World Partners this Sunday, Sunday, Sept. 23, from 4-6 p.m. with a dedication ceremony starting at 5 p.m. The new offices are located at 422 Mission Drive, behind the Kingsway Suites at 1401 Kings Highway, Winona Lake,
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‘Chasing After Faith’ Now Available as e-Book
The BMH Book, Chasing After Faith, is now available in electronic format. The book, written by Pastor Mark. E. Lingenfelter of the Leamersville (Pa.) Grace Brethren Church, may be purchased at Amazon for the Kindle, Barnes and Noble for the Nook, and at iTunes in the e-book format. Cost of the electronic book is $8.99.
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‘Hometown Hero’ Featured for Caribbean Ministry
A member of the Brookville (OH) Grace Brethren Church, Beth Zickefoose, is currently featured in the Dayton newspaper for her work with missions in the Caribbean. To read the “Hometown Heroes” report, click here. Here is a short excerpt: BROOKVILLE — Making an impact locally and international work are important to Brookville resident Beth Zickefoose.
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Calendar
Details and registration information are available from the sponsoring organizations or at fgbc.org. Sept 15-Oct 5 Vision Trip to India for potential church partners (AH) September 23 Dedication and open house for new Winona Lake offices (EWP) Sept 28-30 Women’s Transformational Summit, Alaska (WGUSA) October 1-3 Central Focus Retreat, Maumee Bay State Park, Ohio (FGBC)
Another Grace Connection at Summer Olympics
Another Grace Brethren connection at the London Olympics was Tim Hutten, who competed as part of the US water polo team. The team earned a silver medal in Beijing but fell short this year in classification against the Australian team, landing them in 8th place overall. Tim’s family attends Grace Community Church, a Grace Brethren
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New Resource for Victims of Sexual Abuse Available
Sexual abuse blindsides victims in its wake. Against the backdrop of that torment, Jesus, a fellow sufferer, speaks into our anguish and paves the road toward a life beyond desolate. A new book by Tammy Schultz and Hannah Estabrook, Beyond Desolate: Hope Versus Hate in the Rubble of Sexual Abuse, proclaims hope into a world
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