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Meet Ben and Eunice Stoner
As someone with deeply held convictions on peace, Ben Stoner registered as a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War - applying for voluntary service among the Navajo people. Upon arriving at the Navajo Brethren in Christ Mission in New Mexico, Ben and Eunice planned to stay two years. They now have been serving among the Navajo for more than 40 years. Meet Ben and Eunice »
2018 Week of Prayer and Fasting
We're excited to announce the Week of Prayer and Fasting is January 7-14, 2018. We ask that you and your congregation consider joining us during this time of reflection in the new year. The resource will be available online by late November.
Introducing Thrive: U.S.-Based Internship for Young Adults
In 2018, we're thrilled to pilot Thrive, a domestic internship equipping young adults to impact the Kingdom and to explore their callings. Through on-site, intensive training at a BIC-affiliated ministry, business, or nonprofit, participants 18 years or older explore how God has gifted them to serve and to lead. Learn more »
World-Renowned Theologian Scot McKnight to Present at General Assembly 2018
We're excited to welcome Dr. Scot McKnight as keynote speaker at General Assembly 2018. An internationally acclaimed Christian scholar, speaker, and writer, McKnight is an expert on the historical Jesus, New Testament, and early Christianity. Read more »
Connect with the BIC U.S. Global Team: Home Ministry Schedule
More than 15 missionaries will be joining us stateside in 2018 as they begin home leave. Invite one of these global team members to speak to your congregation and hear the exciting work God is doing around the world. Missionary contact information is available through the Home Ministry Schedule.
Beyond Our Borders: Interview with the BIC Church in the U.K.
Because the International Brethren in Christ Association (IBICA) will be meeting in London this November, we wanted to connect with Elias Moyo, national overseer of the Brethren in Christ Church in the United Kingdom. Elias discusses the denomination's call to share the gospel in the United Kingdom and beyond. Read more »
September 2017: BIC U.S. Leadership Orientation and Overview of Fall Meetings
We welcomed more than 30 new pastors this September during the BIC U.S. Leadership Orientation. Also within the month, Leadership Council and General Conference Board met for their fall leadership meetings - summaries of which have been provided by National Director Alan Robinson. Read summaries »
Global Compassion Fund Releases $15,000 to Help Brothers and Sisters in India and Nepal
More than 1,000 people have died and 41 million people in South Asia have been affected in some of the severest flooding in decades. At the epicenter of need, our brothers and sisters in the BIC national Churches of India and Nepal are seeking to help local communities with restoration and relief work. Learn more »
General Conference 2016 Minutes
General Conference 2016 Minutes are now available online. A print copy will also be mailed to each congregation by year's end. Read the Minutes »
