The South Central District is excited to announce the Nipgen Camp Meeting 2013! The camp will be held from Sunday, July 21st to Sunday, July 28th, 2013. The camp welcomes evangelists Dr. Stan Toler and Rev. Jack Norman. The Family Heritage Singers will lead worship.

On Tuesday, July 23rd, Dr. Stan Toler will conduct a high-powered seminar for pastors, ministers, and church leaders. CCCU ministers in attendance will receive one CEU. The seminar will be offered free of charge and all are welcome to attend.

Nipgen Camp Meeting is a holiness camp meeting, welcoming all who desire to know and love God. Sponsored by the South Central District of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Nipgen Camp features dynamic ministries for all ages. Wonderful fellowship, active children's services, a growing youth program involving over 75 teenagers, and powerful preaching and worship are just a few of the reasons to join us for the 2013 Nipgen Camp Meeting on July 21-28!

The camp features three services each Sunday, starting at 11:00 A.M., 2:30 P.M., and 6:00 P.M. Services on Monday through Friday are held at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The SCD Missionary Rally will be held on Saturday, July 27th, at 7:30 p.m. Youth and children's programs run throughout the camp, making it a fantastic family event and a true family camp.

For more information about programs, speakers, and events, contact the South Central District Office at 740-474-8856 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Click here to download the 2013 Nipgen Camp Brochure and the 2013 Nipgen Camp Poster. 

Mark your calendar and join us as we worship, celebrate, seek, and serve together!

The South Central District is excited to announce the 2013 SCD Missionary Rally! The Rally will be held on Friday, July 26th, 2013 at Nipgen Camp Meeting. The Rally will start at 7:30 p.m.

The theme of the Rally is "A Generation of Giving: 20 Years of Kid Power." Kid Power is a denomination-wide program that disciples children to pray, serve, and give to missions. Children collect and save money throughout the year for the annual Kid Power Offering. Hundreds of thousands of dollars have been raised through Kid Power. Churches from around the district will present their 2013 Kid Power Offering during the Rally.

Click here to download the SCD Missionary Rally Poster 2013. Please post and distribute this poster at your church.

For more information, contact the South Central District Office at 740-474-8856 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Christian Education (CE) Department of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union would like to invite you and your students to the Great Bible Adventure to be held on May 11, 2013 at Ohio Christian University Leadership Center from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.  This will be a time of worship, celebration, presentations, games, and food for students between the ages of 5 and 14 years.

The purpose of this event is to celebrate Level I Bible Literacy.  We are asking you to work with your students and help them learn 10 items from the Bible Literacy booklet which is on the Christian Education webpage.  You can download the booklet and give it to your Sunday School teachers and students.  At this celebration we will present certificates to the students who have accomplished this task.  Bring all students whether they have memorized the verses or not so they can also be part of the Celebration.  We are anticipating 500 students and want your church and students to be represented.

At the celebration will be a Biblical presentation with worship songs, skits, and students presenting Bible verses memorized.  Also, we will have games, one of which is the Great Bible Challenge.  We are asking you to have three students from your church study the first part of the Bible Literacy booklet (preschool to 3rd grade) and be involved in this Bible Challenge.  There will be awards given to the top three churches.  This is a way for students to learn the Bible in a fun and exciting way.  There will be other games along with inflatables.

To register for the Great Bible Adventure, click here.  For more information please contact the CE Department at 937-695-0025 or visit the CE Department website.

We look forward to seeing you on this exciting day!

 

Ohio Christian University announces a new service to the community with the opening of The Connection, Circleville's premier Christian bookstore. The new two-story facility is located in the east wing of the Maxwell Center on OCU's main campus. In addition to OCU apparel and textbooks, The Connection boasts a large selection of books, bibles, cards, artwork, church supplies, and gifts.

"Being a part of the community and serving is what we strive for," said Dr. Hank Kelly, OCU Provost. "The Connection is a new way members of the community can enjoy our facilities as much as our students do."

The two-story addition to the Maxwell Center is located on the east side of the building and is easily visible due to its plate glass facade. The Connection is also equipped with elevator access and multiple locations to relax and enjoy a book.

In Memory of Kent M. Harmless

When Kent Harmless passed away unexpectedly in the early hours of February 4, 2013, it didn't take long for an outpouring of love and support to flood Rhonda's Facebook page, and this was one of my favorite comments.  "If God has an auto repair shop up there, heaven just filled the position of head mechanic!"

Without question, Kent is celebrating in heaven today with others who have gone before him. Our understanding of our "second life" in heaven is dim, and we can only imagine the transformation in Kent as he can finally fully worship our Lord and Savior.

Over the years that we on earth were privileged to spend with him, Kent excelled at many, many things. He had an uncanny knack for giving old cars a new lease on life, fixing motors that had been deemed "unfixable," and solving all manner of mechanical problems. Everywhere he went, whether he was fixing a church bus in Laredo, Texas, wiring a missionary's home in Kenya, or teaching auto mechanics to underprivileged boys in Honduras, Kent used his skills to direct people to the Lord.

Kent adored his wife of almost 35 years, Rhonda, calling her his Queen. He loved his daughter, Teresa. His little granddaughter, Sydney, had a special place in his heart. Most importantly, his Savior, Jesus Christ, was the Lord of his life.

World Gospel Mission was fortunate to have Kent and Rhonda join our team in 2004, when they were appointed as missionaries to Honduras. They were veteran missionaries at that point, having served in Laredo, Texas, for 15 years with Churches of Christ in Christian Union.  Kent poured himself into his work at Escuela El Sembrador, maintaining farm equipment, teaching in the vocational school, and helping with visiting work teams. He never missed a chance to pass on his knowledge of mechanics, always desiring to build up his students. Kent's greatest joy was seeing the changes God made in the lives of the students.

He was not eloquent, but he was profound. He was not a preacher, but he proclaimed Christ's love. Kent was not a linguist, but he was a master communicator. He was not a rich man, but he possessed riches beyond all measure. He was not a counselor, but his advice was always paramount. He was not always in charge, but people followed his heart, a heart that was committed to others and to a life dedicated to service.

Matthew 25:21 (NIV): "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!' "

Kent M. Harmless was a faithful friend and servant of the Most High God, and he is truly sharing in his Master's happiness today. World Gospel Mission joins with his family and friends who are spread around the globe in mourning the loss of our friend and celebrating his life and legacy.

Dr. Hubert Harriman
President
World Gospel Mission

The Global Wesleyan Alliance met recently in Circleville, OH at the Global Ministry Center of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union. The GWA is comprised of the top leaders for over ten denominations. They represent more than twelve thousand congregations in North America.

The GWA is a partnership with the purpose of spreading scriptural holiness throughout the world. The level of cooperation and unity among the member denominations is remarkably high.

Dr. Thomas H. Hermiz was elected to serve as President (General Superintendent, The Churches of Christ in Christian Union), Dr. JoAnne Lyon, Vice President, (General Superintendent, The Wesleyan Church), Dr. David Graves, Secretary, (General Superintendent, Church of the Nazarene), Dr. Ron Duncan, Treasurer, (General Director, Church of God Anderson), and Bishop David Kendall, Member at Large, (Bishop, The Free Methodist Church).

Several cooperative initiatives were approved and are being developed by the Board of Directors. These initiatives will be announced as soon as the details have been completed.

The purpose of the Global Wesleyan Alliance is to increase interdenominational cooperation without the necessity of formal corporate mergers. It provides a forum for developing relationships, pooling resources and sharing best practices. There will be occasions when the Alliance will provide a way to speak to current events with a united voice.

The recent meeting brought together the General Superintendents, Bishops, General Directors and Presidents of the following denominations: The Church of the Nazarene, The Wesleyan Church, The Free Methodist Church, The Church of God Anderson, The Salvation Army, The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, The Evangelical Church, The Evangelical Methodist, The Church of Christ Holiness and The Missionary Church. The Congregational Methodist, the Methodist Protestant Church and the International Fellowship of Bible Churches are also active members.

Kent Harmless, CCCU Missionary to Honduras, passed away early Monday, February 4th, 2013, due to complications from a heart attack early on February 3rd.  We mourn our loss, but celebrate a life well lived. Please join us in praying for his wife – Rhonda, daughter – Theresa, & granddaughter – Sydney. Truly, our loss is heaven's gain.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 10, at Crossroads CCCU in Circleville, Ohio. Visiting time with the family will be held at 1:00 p.m., with the service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Dr. David Lattimer, Dr. Dan Tipton, & Rev. Tim Throckmorton will officiate.

A memorial service will also be held this evening, February 4th, at Escuela El Sembrador in Honduras.

The family asked that a memorial fund be established to benefit El Sembrador, where Kent served.  Contributions may be made online by following the link below or by mail.

Donations by mail should be sent to the CCCU General Missionary Department at 1553 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, OH 43113.  Please mark donations with "Harmless Memorial Fund."

 

General Secretary Dr. Ralph Hux is proud to announce the launch of the next ordination class, "Administering the Local Church".  The deadline to register for the next ministerial class leading to Ordination is January 5, 2013.

This class is available to all our ministerial candidates.  The class will meet one night per week from 6-9 PM for 5 weeks beginning February 5th and ending on March 5, 2013. The class has been moved and will be held at the Global Ministry Center in Circleville, Ohio.  For those who cannot meet in person, ALL classes will now be available on "Go To Meeting," from the comfort of your home or office. You will be able to interact with the instructor and the other members of the class from anyplace in the United States.

This is one of the required courses for Ordination. Just like all of the twenty-two courses it will only be available once every three years. The instructor for this class is Pastor Jonathan Morgan. The cost is $150.00.

Please contact Dr. Ralph Hux for specific information and to register. Phone: (740)474-8856. E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Churches of Christ in Christian Union are happy to report our churches in the Northeast District have not suffered any damage or loss of life from Hurricane Sandy. Northeast District Superintendent Brad Dixon reports that some are still without power. Let us thank God for His protection and pray for these congregations as they minister to their neighbors.

Ohio Christian University is proud to present Practical Leadership, with Rev. Mike Holbrook.  Practical Leadership is a four (4) hour continuing education seminar for pastors and students on November 2nd, 2012.

Rev. Holbrook will share insights on God's calling for pastors to lead their congregations and will give a practical look at how that manifests itself in the local church.  Once we establish that God has called us to lead, the next step is to find the heart of Jesus for our people. Mike will help us understand how to both discover and cultivate this heart.  Finally, on the application level, he will discuss how a pastor can develop the requisite people skills needed to effectively lead a congregation.

Admission to the event is free and CCCU ministers who participate will earn one (1) Continuing Education Unit.  The seminar will be held in Room 219 of the Maxwell Library, beginning at 8:30 a.m.  Pre-registration is not required.  For more info, contact Ohio Christian University at 1-877-762-8669.

Click here to download the Practical Leadership flyer.

The General Church Extension Department is proud to announce the 2012 Fall Offering: Building His Church...Constructing New Lives. The Churces of Christ in Christian Union continue to experience the steady establishment of new churches throughout the denomination. Many established churches are responding to the leadership of the Holy Spirit becoming directly involved in launching new congregations. As important as the financial support from our churches and congregations is, the most powerful display of faith and vision are occurring among our established churches taking leadership in launching new works. No existing church however can completely underwrite the financial challenges associated with the establishment of a new church. That is why your support and participation in the Fall Church Extension Offering is so important.

The Building His Church...Constructing New Lives Offering will begin on October 28th.  Through your financial support, not all the expense burdens associated with starting a new church is solely borne by the new congregation. This offering provides all of us with the privilege of being involved with the success of building His church and constructing new lives for the glory of God and His kingdom. There is nothing more exciting than being directly involved in kingdom work. Our financial commitments, combined with our unwavering support, provide for us our greatest potential for success and reaching the lost for Christ.

Now is our opportunity to make a difference. Please do all you can to encourage your family, friends, and church to join in the work of launching new churches by supporting the 2012 Fall General Church Extension Offering. God is pleased when we do all we can to see His kingdom go forward. God loves the church and has determined we continue to build His church until Jesus returns. The greatest hope for the construction of new lives continues to take place week-in and week-out through the ministries of local God-fearing congregations all across America and around the world. That is why we must continue to build His church until Jesus calls us home!

You may contribute online, give to the special offering at your church, or contribute by mail. Click the "Donate" button below to donate online. Offerings will be received at each local church until November 18th, 2012.

Click here to download the 2012 Church Extension Fall Offering Poster. For more information about how to promote, participate, and contribute to Church Extension, please contract the Church Extension Department at 740-474-8856, or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The General Evangelical Christian Ladies Department will host the 30th Annual Ladies' Banquet on Friday, June 15th, 2012. General Chairwoman Lois Taylor is excited to welcome back Susie Shellenberger as the featured speaker.  The Banquet will be held at the Maxwell Leadership Center, on the campus of Ohio Christian University.  It will begin at 6:30 P.M. 

Susie Shellenberger is a gifted communicator.  She has written over 40 books that have sold over 1.5 million copies combined.  She has debated Dr. Ruth on Fox News and has been featured as an expert on "The Montel Show."  Her university alma mater named her "Woman of the Century" in 2000.  Her greatest gift is helping people become intensely focused on a more intimate relationship with God.  

Besides Susie's incredible sense of humor, evangelism remains one of her top concerns.  Susie shares, "God doesn't want to be #1 in our lives, He wants to BE our lives!  He wants us to be saturated with him...to become obsessed with becoming all He calls us to be."  These are the things that Susie loves to speak about.  Lots of humor; lots of meat; lots of focused intensity on Jesus Christ.

Tickets are on sale now for $13.00.  To register online, click the "Register Now" button below.  Tickets may be reserved by phone by calling 740-474-8856.  To order your ticket by mail, send your reservation and payment to:

The Churches of Christ in Christian Union
Evangelical Christian Ladies
1553 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH 43113 

Make checks payable to "The Churches of Christ in Christian Union".  Reservations must be received no later that June 1st, 2012.  Only registrations received by June 1st, 2012 can be guaranteed.  For more information, call the CCCU Global Ministry Center at 740-474-8856.

Click here to download the 2012 General ECL Banquet flyer.

Ministers and their spouses live on the front line of ministry.  Experiencing unique challenges and pressures involved in ministry, it is important that they receive top notch spiritual and personal care.  The Northeast, South Central, and West Central districts are proud to annouce 2012 Ministers & Spouses Retreats.  These special events will be filled with times of encouragement, inspiration, fellowship, and relaxation.

Northeast District Ministers & Spouses Retreat

Date: March 9-10, 2012
Location: Lily Lake Camp
Contact Person: Rev. Brad Dixon
Phone: 302-492-8727

South Central District Ministers & Spouses Retreat

Date:  February 27-28, 2012
Location: Roberts Conference Centre, 123 Gano Rd., Wilmington, OH
Contact Person: Rev. Mike Holbrook
Phone: 740-474-8856
Featured Speaker: Rev. Joe Duvall
Cost: $145.00 per couple
To Register: Contact the District Office at 740-474-8856.

West Central District Ministers & Spouses Retreat

Date: March 5-6, 2012
Location: Carlisle Inn, 1357 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH
Contact Person: Rev. Joe Duvall
Phone: 740-474-8856

The Great Commission/February Sacrifice Offering will officially launch on Feb. 1st, 2012!  The Great Commission/February Sacrifice Offering is a special offering received in every local church during the month of February to support CCCU efforts to fulfill the Great Commission.  Each local church is asked to designate one Sunday in the month of February for this special event.

As February draws near, please begin now to pray for our Great Commission/February Sacrifice Offering. Your sacrificial gift to missions is a boost to our missionaries' ministries both on the field and while at home. It is no secret that higher costs and apprehension about a changing economy cause us to think twice about an extra gift, yet we know that God has proven faithful to provide our needs.

The theme for the 2012 Great Commission/February Sacrifice Offering comes from the words of I Corinthians 15:56: "Be steadfast, immoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord." It is a great message for all of us – for our missionaries as they go to the fields – for all who remain and support their evangelism efforts.

For your convenience, you can give through your local church or give online!  If you would like to give online, click the "Donate" button below.

Thank you in advance for your prayers and giving.

Click here to download the 2012 Great Commision/February Sacrifice Offering flyer.

Click here to download the 2012 Great Commission/February Sacrifice Offering JPG for POWERPOINT slides.

Many of us are guilty of being roped into one of TV's greatest weapons to ensure loyalty, the MARATHON! Whether you find yourself home on a holiday or perhaps on a cold snow day it is easy to slump down on the couch and find yourself staring at the tube in a zombie-like state. Depending on the nature of the program or movie series this state may last for hours or even all day, but no matter the time, the result is always the same. After hours of uninterrupted devotion we are changed, we begin to talk like the characters, take on their lifestyle and circumstances, resonate with them, we begin to live the plot and possibly worst of all we are unable to close our eyes without seeing a frame or scene from the previous hours of commitment.

con•sume - kənˈsum, verb

1. to expend by use; use up.

2. to eat or drink up

3. to absorb; engross

Being truly consumed is a commitment of time, talent, treasure and self. As illustrated in the circumstances above we are changed by the forfeiting of our time, the opening of our heart and mind and the giving of our self. The world wants nothing more than for you to be consumed with; self-image, video games, social networking, sports, sex and countless others. Perhaps you can resonate with one of the items from the previous list or maybe you harbor another object of consumption entirely. No matter what consumes you, it is time to turn off the worldly marathon and be consumed by the Father.

Join us at South Central District Spring Retreat as we learn what it means to be Consumed by Him!  The retreat will be held on March 30-April 1, 2012 at the Scioto Hills Camp & Retreat Center.  The SCD ECY Board is excited to announce Ryan Bash as the speaker for this year's retreat.  Ryan is the Senior Pastor of Trinity Chapel CCCU in Milford Center, Ohio.  Prior to Milford Center, Ryan led a dynamic youth ministry as the Pastor of Student Ministries at Faith Memorial Church in Lancaster, Ohio.  Jason Otero, Youth & Worship Pastor at Winchester CCCU, will return to lead worship.  Jason is a gifted musician and worship leader with a passion for sharing God's love with young people.

Register NOW for the 2012 Spring Retreat!  You can register online ,using the link below, or by calling the ECY Office at 740-474-8856.  Early Bird Registration is available for $95.00 until March 26th.  After March 26th, the regular registration rate is $110.00.  For more information, contact the ECY Office at the number above or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Click here to download the 2012 Spring Retreat Brochure.

Click here to download the 2012 Spring Retreat Registration Form.

The ECY Department is proud to announce two exciting training opportunities for CCCU youth leaders and pastors!  The department is coordinating group trips to the Simply Youth Ministry Conference in Louisville, Kentucky on March 2-5 and Catalyst 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia on October 3-5. Coordinating these trips through the ECY Department will allow participants to build relationships with fellow CCCU ministry leaders, receive valuable training, and save money.

Because the ECY Department is committed to developing leaders and staying on the cutting edge of ministry, they are offering 4 scholarships to each conference for CCCU youth leaders or pastors. Scholarships will cover 100% of the registration cost for the conference! 

These conferences are all about developing ministry and leaderships skills and encouraging you in ministry. The Simply Youth Ministry Conference is a 4-day face-to-face experience that equips, encourages and connects people committed to serving pre-teens through young adults in the church. Catalyst 2012 is an experience that leaves you enlightened, rejuvenated, and ready to embrace the life to which you've been entrusted and the journey to which you've been called. Expect a fully immersive learning, worship and creative experience.

The time together will be used intentionally to gain new skills, build relationships, and invest in leaders spiritually. If you or a youth pastor, youth leader or pastor you know could benefit from these opportunities, contact the ECY Office by phone at 740-474-8856 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Leaders of eleven denominations met recently in Anderson, Indiana to form the Global Wesleyan Alliance (GWA), a unique partnership to amplify the prophetic voice of Wesleyan-Arminian, holiness ministries and increase their effectiveness in spreading scriptural holiness throughout the world.  According to The Wesleyan Church General Superintendent Jerry Pence, who was elected as the organization's first president, "This alliance will enable our denominations to achieve a historic level of cooperation and unity for holiness evangelism, discipleship, church multiplication, compassion and justice. Our passion is to pursue the Great Commission in the spirit of the Great Commandment-making Christ known through words and deeds and millions of lives filled with perfect love." Other members of the GWA board of directors are Dr. Tom Hermiz, vice president (The Churches of Christ in Christian Union General Superintendent); Dr. David Graves, secretary (Church of the Nazarene General Superintendent); Dr. Ronald Duncan, treasurer (Church of God-Anderson); and Dr. David Kendall (Free Methodist Church USA). 

The Alliance is designed to increase interdenominational cooperation without the necessity of formal, corporate mergers. Its initialobjectives include: creating greater community through intentional relationship building; collaborating to pool resources, share best practices and ministers, and generate new ideas and tools; convening events to promote the personal experience of holiness and collective ministries for discipleship, church health and multiplication, leadership development, prayer and networking; communicating with one another more intentionally and addressing contemporary issues and public concerns with a more united voice.  

Several early "big wins" are anticipated for the Alliance. The GWA's first joint effort will be a call to prayer for spiritual awakening and revival. A major effort will be made to establish procedures for the mutualrecognition of minister's credentials among the Alliance's covenant partner organizations. An online, free library of classic holiness literature is already available at www.holinesslegacy.com.  The December 2-3, 2011 organizational meeting for the Global Wesleyan Alliance included the general superintendents, bishops and executive directors of the Church of the Nazarene, The Wesleyan Church, Free Methodist Church USA, Church of God (Anderson), Churches of Christ in Christian Union, The Evangelical Church, Evangelical Methodist Church, Congregational Methodist Church, Church of Christ Holiness (USA), and the Pilgrim Holiness Church. Although each denomination's governing body must ultimately approve Alliance partnership, these and several others are expected to participate in the GWA's first official assembly when it is held in Circleville, Ohio, November 30-December 1, 2012.

For nearly 100 years, The Churches of Christ in Christian Union has gathered annually at the Mount of Praise Camp Meeting. As an opportunity for spiritual renewal, theological education, and fellowship across district lines, it plays a significant role in our denominational life. General Superintendent Dr. Tom Hermiz is pleased to report, "Mount of Praise Camp Meeting 2011 was one of our best camps in several years. We were blessed significantly by the number of spiritual victories at the altars, not only in the main services, but in both the youth and children's services as well."

Statistically Mount of Praise 2011 was also success. Attendance increased significantly over the past three years. Despite a struggling economy, the camp ended the year in the black financially. Teens of Praise, the youth ministry component of Mount of Praise, reported 114 students registered, the highest in nearly 25 years. Numerous comments and letters expressed deep appreciation for the ministry of Dr. James Diehl, Rev. David Gallimore, and Rev. Gary Bond.

Next year, Mount of Praise Camp Meeting will be held June 19-24, 2012. The evangelists will be Dr. Nelson Perdue and Dr. Bill Ury. Dr. Hermiz states, "Their strong biblical preaching is urgently needed in these days. Make plans now to attend." The McCrary Family will lead worship. There are multiple lodging options and free parking is available for RV's. For more information about Mount of Praise 2012, please contact The Churches of Christ in Christian Union at (740)-474-8856 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

On August 10-14, 2011, Urbana Church of Christ in Christian Union partnered with Marysville Church of the Nazarene to hold a Holiness Summit. Holiness Summits are grassroots level events that bring together pastors, leaders, and churches from across the Holiness Movement to preach and teach the doctrine of holiness. Speakers, representing both The Churches of Christ in Christian Union and the Church of the Nazarene, delivered powerful messages.

Selected audio and DVD recordings of the services are now available. DVD's are available for $5.00 each and CD's are $2.00 each. They may be ordered through the CCCU Department of Communication by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (740)-474-8856.

Urbana/Marysville Holiness Summit Speakers:

Dr. David VanHoose – "The Distinction Between Spiritual and Carnal"
Dr. Paul Whiteford – "You Can Have A Pure Heart"
Dr. Nelson Perdue – "The Carnal Mind"
Dr. Thomas Hermiz –  "Entire Sanctification"

CCCU churches across the country are preparing for Back to Church Sunday on September 18th, 2011.  Back to Church Sunday is a cross-denominational movement to reverse declining church attendance and encourage everyone to revisit congregational life.

Back To Church Sunday has become the single largest community outreach in the nation with 10,000 churches expected to participate in 2011. This event reignites the power of personal invitation to empower church members to bring the community back to church. This year's event will be held the second Sunday after Labor Day to accommodate more churches.

General Superintendent Dr. Tom Hermiz and the CCCU General Board of Trustees are encouraging every CCCU church to participate and challenge members to personally invite friends, relatives, associates, and neighbors to Back to Church Sunday. 

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Back To Church Sunday was launched in response to a 2008 study by LifeWay Research and the North American Mission Board of 15,000 adults that found that 67 percent of Americans say a personal invitation from a family member would be effective in getting them to visit a church. Sixty-three percent say an invitation from a friend or neighbor would likely get them to respond. 

For more information and resources on Back to Church Sunday, check out the National Back To Church website at www.backtochurch.com/participate or visit your local Christian bookstore. You may also contact the CE Lending Library for available materials. They may be reached at 937-695-0025 or by their web page www.cedept.com.