July 22, 2015–Dr. Raymond E. Crowley, former general overseer for the Church of God, passed away at his home in Virginia last night. He was 92 and the oldest surviving former general overseer in the denomination.
Lee University’s Summer Honors residential program recently concluded another successful two-week term, exposing high-achieving students to numerous aspects of college life at Lee.
Preparations are already well underway toward the Church of God 76th International Assembly set for this week next year, July 19-22, 2016.
Pioneer missionaries tramped through enemy territory, literally faced off with demons, and endured hardships almost unheard of in today’s society. But there was something in them … the fires of evangelism … that caused them to press onward and be victorious, no matter the cost.
Church of God representatives in Nepal recently expressed their gratitude to Church of God World Missions Director Dr. Timothy Hill, Assistant Director Dr. John Childers, and Field Director Ken Anderson for their prayerful support and financial initiative for humanitarian relief funds after the incomparable earthquake (7.8 Richter scale) that took place on April 25, as well as the aftershocks that continued.
Individuals and churches have gone above and beyond in opening their hearts and hands to the people of this small nation. Donations have exceeded expectation.
For the third time, Church of God Teen Talent will be conducted on the campus of Lee University where thousands of teens, their youth leaders, and parents will converge to celebrate God’s gifts to young people.
“Church of God students are some of the most talented individuals on the planet, stated David Blair, international assistant director of youth and discipleship. “Youth today have an extraordinary capacity to learn, to develop skills, and to display leadership. Realizing this, the Church of God continues to challenge them to reach their greatest potential through Teen Talent for ministry effectiveness and Kingdom work. Our theme continues to Our Best His Glory.”
