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Social Media Outlets
Social Media Outlets By Rev. Benjamin P. Glaser We live in a fluid time of radical change concerning how human beings consume news, talk to one another on a daily basis, and generally interact with the world around them. This brave new world can be intimidating...
Why Do I Do This Job?
Many times, people make a big deal about how it takes special people to work in special needs. On the contrary, one of my favorite quotes has become, "A child with special needs will inspire you to be a special kind of person." God molds us into a useful vessel for...
Wheels for the World
Wheels for the World (WFTW) is one of the ministries of Joni and Friends. My involvement for the last 12 years includes the collection of wheelchairs in the upstate of South Carolina and western North Carolina as well as the distribution of the wheelchairs in the...
Now is the Time to Impact the Future of the ARP
Every agency director in the ARP tells me it makes sense to have adequate financial resources in place to sustain current program operations and open new works within the ARPC. New opportunities stretch our resources and can put current operations at risk. To...
Planned Giving for Millennials
My wife Heather, and I find ourselves in the generation of Millennials characterized by emotional giving because it’s trendy to give if emotions are in it, or by not-giving because they do not think they can afford it, or just not want to give at all. Many Millennials...
Insight into the Sabbath Rest
The theme for the ARP denomination this year is "Fresh Insight from Ancient Paths." The theme is based on Jeremiah 6:16, "Thus says the Lord, stand in the ways and see, And ask for the old paths, where the good way is. And walk in it. Then you will find rest for your...
The ARP Church: The Future is Now
What do you picture when you imagine the future of the church? ATM machines positioned at every entrance, drones serving communion, or viewing a sermon telecast on your iPad? The future of the church is alive in your church now. “Train a child in the way he...
Young Kids Can Learn in Church
By Billy Graham Q. What good does it do to bring our young children to church? They are too young to get anything out of it, and anyway, I know their constant squirming must be a distraction to others. A. Many churches have nurseries for babies and young children; if...
Why Believe?
Why do we believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ?
Waiting for Sadie
By: Kristin Shoger I often compare myself to a turtle who likes to keep it’s head stuck tightly in it’s shell, remaining oblivious to what is going on in the world around it. It’s easier that way. When you are tucked deep inside, your eyes don’t see the evil...