Can you spot the college president amongst the Morgantown Christian Academy high schoolers? Thank you to MCA for hosting Dr. Anderson at their chapel this week.
ABC News Archive - October 2016
And right now, in the good times and bad
You are on Your throne, You are God alone.
Even the crickets were singing along during the guys' dorm devos.
Dale Murphy is a licensed plumber and he believes that by providing hot water, heating, and other construction needs, ABC students will have a comfortable and well-maintained environment in which they can prepare for ministry. Meanwhile, Colleen Murphy serves in the campus post office and is enrolled in two Bible classes.
After nine years of itinerant construction ministry, the Murphys joined Appalachian Bible Fellowship and moved here over the summer.
"God opened our eyes to see how very ripe the harvest field is but few are the workers to harvest (Luke 10:2). We believe God will use us to encourage, uplift, and pray for ABC students. We pray that each dorm room and apartment will be filled with students who are called to do the Lord's work."
Like most faculty and staff, the Murphys are missionaries sent by a local church and dependent on the prayers and gifts of God's people. Will you get involved?
Request a prayer card: publicrelations@abc.edu
Make a donation online: abc.edu/give
Don't let their picture fool you: these "soccer brothers" actually have a lot of fun traveling and competing together. Read about the four sets of siblings on this year's Warrior team here:
http://www.register-herald.com/sports/college_sports/family-atmosphere-is-literal-for-abc-men-s-soccer-team/article_582ba68d-c30f-5da5-aa1d-366aa00313b8.html
Welcome home, alumni! May the fellowship be rich during these next couple days together.
If you couldn't make it this year, feel free to leave a greeting in the comments below.
"And a voice came out of the throne, saying, 'Praise our God, all ye his servants, and ye that fear him, both small and great.'"
Revelation 19:5
"It's not enough when you can theologically define the gospel; you must also be able to say, 'THIS is what it looks like when somebody believes it.'"
Listen online to Dr. Daniel Davey's heartfelt exposition of Romans 12:1-3: abc.edu/chapel
It is a joy to partner with churches, camps, and mission boards who invest in their own members studying for ministry. Through the Matching Scholarship, ABC matches those dollars up to $2,500/year.
Olivia, Ruth, and Cindy share why they donated at today's Red Cross blood drive in the Gilmore Center. Thank you to all the donors and volunteers!
It's the final day for discounted registration at the 2nd annual Beautiful Feet 5k Fun Run/Walk, Oct. 22. Whether you sign up for the 1-mile or 5k routes, you will be helping raise funds for Missions Conference! Plus you will enjoy a t-shirt, goodie bag, and door prizes, thanks to the sponsors.
Spirit Week: Twin Day! Can you pick out the real-life twins from among all these doppelgängers?
"And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth." Revelation 19:6
RISE UP and OFFER YOURSELF.
ABC Missions Conference 2016 begins one week from today, featuring keynote speakers Dr. Jason Ormiston and Dr. Marty Herron, and more than 50 other missionaries.
Join us for the general sessions:
Monday, Oct. 24 - 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct. 25 - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 11:00 AM
Join us in spending extra, intentional time doing the hard work of prayer this week.
"My heart is deeply burdened because the church today doesn't know how to pray, and we are desperately at risk in the face of persecution."
Listen to ABC president, Dr. Anderson, begin Prayer Emphasis Week drawing lessons from the early church's devotion to prayer.
abc.edu/chapel (2016-10-17)
Thanks to Samantha and others, the Beautiful Feet 5k t-shirts are getting ready; are you? The fun run is this Saturday! Find out more: abc.edu/5k
Senior Taylor Hooker will be recognized after tonight's home volleyball game at 6:00 PM.
The name "Stiles" is not new around campus, but these faces are. John and Aimee Stiles were the answer to much prayer when they arrived at ABC in August. They have experience in overseas missions, pastoring in the U.S., and Christian education. Now Mr. Stiles is our Director of Plant Services while Mrs. Stiles serves as Administrative Assistant to the President. And yes, they are the parents of Miss Abbey Stiles, Missions faculty.
The Stileses say, "God has pieced our life ministries together to equip us and bring us to ABC in His perfect timing. We are excited to be at such an instrumental place in helping to train the next generation of Christian servants. It is a privilege to use our gifts and experiences to impact students and serve the Lord!"
Like most ABC staff, they serve as faith missionaries. Here is how you can support the Stileses: (1) Request a prayer card when you email publicrelations@abc.edu (2) Donate at abc.edu/give
Congratulations to Jonathan Lorch (center), first place overall finisher in the Beautiful Feet 5k this morning! Joshua Johansen took second and Betsy Conaway was the top women's runner. Look for more pictures and results soon.
Missions Conference Oct. 24-26
Keynote speakers: Dr. Marty Herron, Dr. Jason Ormiston
General sessions:
Monday, Oct. 24 - 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct. 25 - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 11:00 AM
The theme of our 2016 Missions Conference is a direct quote from John Paton: "Rise Up and Offer Yourself." Acquaint yourself with a little of his story and how one person's willingness can have profound and eternal results. Produced by ABC students.
The second annual event included 160 participants and 20 volunteers. Thank you to everyone who helped raise $1,800 for Missions Conference!
What fruit will God bring from this week's Missions Conference, when many students answered the call to "Rise Up and Offer Yourself"?
God was at work during this week's annual Missions Conference. The preaching, workshops, music, prayer times, and interaction with more than 50 missionary guests all challenged us to "Rise Up and Offer Yourself."
The cupola atop Anderson Hall pokes through a row of brilliant maples. It's a beautiful fall in the Appalachian Mountains!
