It’s one thing to believe you should live simply; it’s quite another thing to make the everyday, practical decisions to consume less and give more—especially in a world that continually distracts us with demands for prosperity and hurriedness. Cedra Washington, pastor of evangelism and fellowship at Harrisburg (Pa.) Brethren in Christ Church, knows firsthand the challenges of fleshing out a life of simple living. Read Cedra’s story>

Study Guide: living simply

This five-session study guide, developed by Fred Miller, pastor of Cumberland Valley BIC, explores the biblical basis for living simply. Through Scripture and thoughtful questions for discussion, the study guide leads you through a process of clearing the clutter from your own life, freeing yourself up to give more time, love, and money to those who need it. This discipleship resource may be printed, copied and distributed free of charge. Download (PDF)>

How [not] to chase the wind

Although they come from different congregations and various parts of the world, the three families featured in feature article “How [not] to chase the wind” all share a common value: to simplify their lives so they can better serve God. Here, we offer some of the Isleys’ and Marantas’ suggestions for family activities to instill eternal values. Also, get to know each of these BIC families a little better through an online photo gallery. See more>

 

Attached at the kidney

In the Spring issue of Seek, we told the courageous story of Glynis Broshar, the woman from CrossRoads BIC in Church Salina, Kans., who risked her life to donate a kidney. Now you can read the whole story, starting with the kidney recipient, 19-year-old Randi Hammett. Just one year of being diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD), Randi was on dialysis with little hope of recovery—until Glynis stepped forward. Read the full story>

Digging into The Pursuit of Happiness

This winter, The Pursuit of Happyness, starring Will Smith, performed well in the theatre with its moving portrayal of the American dream. But the film is also a wonderful way to start a discussion about poverty and homelessness with your small group or Sunday school class. Read more>

 

Film review: One Night with the King And if you’re looking for another movie to rent, check out One Night with the King, a film adaptation of the biblical book of Esther. Brian McCann, pastoral intern at Grantham (Pa.) BIC Church reviewed this ambitious film, whose scale rivals that of The 10 Commandments. But don’t expect the film to follow the biblical text word-by-word; for the details, read the review>

Hope for Mexican migrant workers

The Spring issue of Seek, told the story of Kingdom Coalition, a partnership formed between churches in California and Mexico to provide for the needs of migrant workers and their children, who are often forced into drug trafficking. Now you can see photos from Kingdom Coalition events, and read the full story>

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The fourth issue of Family News is in the mail. Births, weddings, and deaths will continue to be posted on the denomination’s Family News page, but you may also download the current issue in PDF form.

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