By Stan Friedman
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – “I invite all of us to create a culture of conversation where significant, sensitive words are spoken and appropriate deeds are done,” Mark Novak told worshipers gathered for tonight’s ordination and …
Sundholm Honored for Covenant World Relief Service
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – Jim Sundholm responded with characteristic humor and pathos to the recognition given him today honoring his leadership of Covenant World Relief and the Paul Carlson Partnership.
Resolution Honors Lives of Pastors, Spouses, Missionaries
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – A Resolution of Sympathy offered during the 124th Annual Meeting of the Evangelical Covenant Church commemorates the lives of 18 pastors, 13 spouses, and four missionaries who died between June 25, 2008 and May …
Draft Resolution on Criminal Justice Presented
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – Delegates to the 124th Annual Meeting of the Evangelical Covenant Church gave first consideration to a draft resolution on criminal justice today.
KICY—The Gospel ‘Flame Thrower’
By Rob Hall
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – “KICY is the only station that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has allowed to broadcast in a foreign language to a foreign country.”
Candidates Approved for Ordination, Commissioning, Consecration
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – Delegates to the 124th Annual Meeting of the Evangelical Covenant Church today approved the following candidates for ordination to word and sacrament, specialized ministry, and finalization of transfer of ordination, as well as commissioning …
67 Clergy Honored for Lifetimes of Service
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – The Evangelical Covenant Church honored 67 clergy with a “Lifetime Service Recognition” during the denomination’s 124th Annual Meeting today.
T.W. Anderson Award to Robert and Oreta Bentz
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – A Minnesota couple who have ministered to grade school students and senior adults, who have hosted ex-offenders and missionaries, and who have served in multiple community groups as well as church boards, were honored …
ACCW Honors Three for Support of Women in Ministry
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – The Association of Covenant Clergy Women (ACCW) honored three people for their commitment to ministry excellence and furthering opportunities for women in ministry.
T.W. Anderson Award
PORTLAND, OR (June 27, 2009) – Following is the text of the award message.