October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Sadly, this designation is rarely recognized and when honored, can be shallow and inadequate. Yet, many Americans would agree that the spiritual vibrancy or decline of any society is directly connected to the strength and impact of...

The Church takes a lot of “heat and hits” in current culture, and because of that leaders endure pressure.
 
Sometimes we need a different message, one that doesn’t sell newspapers but tells the truth.
The church is good and here’s why…
 
Every once in a while, we need...

Please enjoy our Summer 2019 Newsletter which has now been placed in our media archives.

From Arlene Bridges Samuels

The Eclectic Evangelical on Facebook

Author at The Blogs-Times of Israel

Contributor-The Christian Broadcast Network

A Monster Tunnel will Literally Go DOWN in History as a Monument to Hate

Over the years, I’ve often stood on the Lebanon border w...

Cara Allison Swain recently said, “Yes!” and became engaged to be married to our grandson, Derek Balcom (Robyn’s son). We are delighted, and we hope you will join us in rejoicing at this news!

Derek flew to Atlanta and traveled 5 hours to an Airbnb in Blue Ridge. H...

The ICEJ (International Christian Embassy Jerusalem) reports that they recently had the privilege of delivering a group of new bomb shelters to communities on the Gaza Border. Despite the challenges faced in these areas of Israel, locals continue to thrive in their liv...

Our grandson, Blake, and his wife, Shannon, have given us a new great granddaughter, Isabelle Rose Balcom. Born in Seattle during August, weighing 8 pounds and 13 ounces, she is the newest member of and a most precious blessing to our still-growing family, which now co...

Check out our FALL NEWSLETTER for the latest information on our activities, the family, an update on The Bomb Shelter Project, an article about overcoming anxiety, a special note from Anne, recommended reading, prayer requests, and more! If you would like to receive co...