The year 1959 was historic on several fronts. Most important, of course, was the beginning of a life-long relationship between what were then two young students at Bethel College in Mishawaka, IN. That was also the year when during the opening ceremony of the American National Exhibition in Moscow, Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet [...]
Like the proverbial Frog in the Kettle, it is easy for pastors and laity alike to become so engrossed in the work of ministry and "doing church" that we often give little attention to our foundational beliefs. Call it what you will, whether it be apathy or a lack of passion for the faith of our fathers, the relentless erosion of our spiritual heritage continues. Though We Were Frogs gives particular attention to the heritage and history of The Missionary Church in which I am ordained, it is our prayer that We Were Frogs will embolden pastors and laity who are likeminded, to join together to restore, renew and revive the message of Scriptural holiness in our churches and to our nation. ~Bill McPhail
THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR, PERFECTION & AMAZING GRACE
The year 1959 was historic on several fronts. Most important, of course, was the beginning of a life-long relationship between what were then two young students at Bethel College in Mishawaka, IN. That was also the year when during the opening ceremony of the American National Exhibition in Moscow, Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet [...]
IS BILL HOSSLER WRONG?
It’s time to decide if Bill Hossler, president of the Missionary Church is wrong! From the early days of his presidency the reoccurring theme that comes from his office has been ‘calling the Missionary Church to prayer.” He has pleaded, encouraged and exhorted every pastor and every church to “build a vibrant, dynamic prayer ministry.” [...]
THEY SAID NO!
Last week in Dallas, Texas, after prayerful consideration and respectful discussion, the 2011 General Conference of the Missionary Church said “NO” to the “Our Partnership in the Gospel” document which had been presented by the Constitutional Commission. The General Conference chose instead to pass the resolution presented by District Superintendent Chris Knight of the North [...]
Two Responses to the Core Affirmations Document
In a few days, the North Central District of the Missionary Church will be considering a resolution regarding the Core Affirmations Document that will be voted upon at the upcoming General Conference of the Missionary Church. Because it deserves wide consideration both it and a thoughtful response by Dr. Jim Smith, regular LGLU contributor and [...]
PROMONTORY SUMMIT, PARALLEL GRADING & THE GOLDEN SPIKE