TULSA, Okla. – Media Connect Partners, LLC (MCP) will be a media partner for the Empowered21 Global Congress to be held in Jerusalem May 20-25, 2015. MCP will provide social media strategy and services as well as live streaming capabilities for the congress.

Cleveland, TN—The Pentecostal Theological Seminary has announced the formation of a partnership with the Church of God International Executive Committee to develop the “Center for Pastoral Excellence.” The Center began operations September 1, 2014, under the direction of Bill Isaacs.

Those Who Serve is a devotional for those who serve our great nation. At the core of this book are the themes of faith, family, and freedom. It includes personal life stories from the author as well as thirty-three stories from Medal of Honor recipients and ex-POWs from our country’s major conflicts. Some of their stories are told in the inspiring DVD, which is included with the book. The author also uses examples of military insignia and badges to connect military history with pertinent scriptures. It’s designed to be a resource for military chaplains, all those in uniform, as well as all veterans.

I’ve been participating in the life of a local church for over four decades. For most of these years, I’ve either been the pastor’s kid, the youth pastor’s wife, the children’s pastor, or the elder’s wife.

S. Truett Cathy, the founder of the U.S. fast-food chain Chick-fil-A that drew protests two years ago when its president made public statements opposing same-sex marriage, died on Monday at age 93, the company said on its website.

Following the extraordinary response of the International General Assembly to the FINISH Challenge and the overwhelming acceptance of the Marcelly’s Dream initiative, Dr. Tim Hill,
director of Church of God World Missions, announced the “Thanks Again” tour that began last month at Mt. Olive Ministries in Cleveland, Tennessee. Other cities visited were South Pittsburg, Tennessee, and Natchez, Mississippi.

The Dove Foundation’s Family Approved Seal seals the deal for Shazzy Fitness as a family–friendly Christian hip-hop dance fitness video series that is perfect for all ages. On August 19, 2014, Shazzy Fitness received the official Dove Foundation’s Family Approved Seal, which is awarded to movies, DVDs, books and other entertainment products that portray and encourage positive values.

Vitae Foundation and LIFE Runners are hosting America’s First Pro-Life Half Marathon/5K on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014, at Katy Trail State Park in Jefferson City, Mo. Registration will begin at 7 a.m., with the races beginning at 8 a.m. The cost is $55 for the half marathon and $25 for the 5K and both include a historic event shirt if you register before October 17. Late registration will be $65 for the half marathon and $35 for the 5K. To register online go on the Vitae’s website www.vitaefoundation.org.

“We’re excited to host America’s very first pro-life half marathon on the historic Katy Trail!” Vitae President Dr. Pat Castle stated. “Expect many personal best finishes on this beautiful, flat, certified course that takes you on Lewis and Clark’s route along the scenic Missouri River. We hope that Americans of all ages from coast to coast join this first-ever pro-life event to run, walk, and cheer for a culture of life! Whether you take a plane from the coast, hop a train in the Midwest, or drive from within the Show-Me state, you will not be disappointed—together, we are winning!”

Sponsorships are available, which include company recognition on the back of the race shirt and in the race programs. Company promotional items or materials will be included in all race packets. There will be exhibit tables in the registration area to distribute materials and information to runners.

Many women feel scared and confused when facing an unplanned pregnancy. Vitae’s goal is to use media to connect these women with local Pregnancy Help Centers where they can find caring support and resources.

Vitae Foundation is a national non-profit organization which uses non-confrontational mass media campaigns to reach women facing unplanned pregnancies. Vitae pioneered the research that provides a results-driven approach in using media to address the abortion issue. In addition to Vitae’s outreach websites, www.YourOptions.com and www.GravityTeen.com, Vitae’s presence in 97 U.S. media markets has included ads on the Internet, television, radio, indoor and outdoor billboards, buses, bus caps, and subways.

The National LIFE Runners Team is the world’s largest pro-life running/walking team. LIFE Runners relay across America every spring and gather as a team for one national race each fall, and for many local races throughout the year, raising prayers/awareness/funds for Pregnancy Help Centers and the national Vitae Foundation.

(Source: Christian Newswire)

Evangelism Explosion International (www.evangelismexplosion.org) recently launched “What’s My Story” (www.whatsmystory.org), an innovative new gospel tool that helps Christians easily create their testimonies and then share them with others as a way to introduce people to Jesus.