Posts from November, 2007
- 29 Nov
by HU News
No commentsHuntington University Honors Merillat Scholars
Huntington University honored the 178 Merillat Scholars at a dinner on November 6. The founders of the scholarship were represented by Dr. Ruth Merillat of Adrian, Mich. (right) and her son Dr. Richard Merillat of Naples, Fla.
The Merillat Scholar award is a scholarship primarily for students in these categories:United Brethren in Christ Church members
Children of [...] - 27 Nov
by News
No commentsDeath of Roger Sherman
Roger Sherman of Mainstreet Church (Walbridge, Ohio) passed away at 11:30 on November 26. He was a longtime leader at Mainstreet and second father to Senior Pastor Marty Pennington. He had suffered a massive heart attack on November 9.
The funeral is 11:30 Friday, November 30, at Mainstreet Church. Bishop Ron Ramsey will speak. - 27 Nov
by News
No commentsDonald Palmer No Longer Licensed
Donald Palmer, a former pastor in Michigan, is no longer licensed with the United Brethren church.
- 21 Nov
by News
No commentsGary Dilley Returning to the Pastorate
Gary Dilley, the Director of Global Ministries since 2001, is stepping down to take on a new position. In January, he will become senior pastor of College Park United Brethren Church in Huntington, Ind. He has been serving as interim pastor at College Park since July.
Gary’s original calling was to pastoral ministry, and that role [...] - 21 Nov
by News
No commentsCathy Reich Joins the Headquarters Staff
Cathy Reich is the new Administrative Assistant to Bishop Ron Ramsey, Pat Jones, and Steve Dennie. She started in that position on November 19.
Cathy is a graduate of Huntington University, and beginning in 1975 spent nearly nine years working at the United Brethren Headquarters. She initially worked in the printshop, and in 1982 became executive [...] - 21 Nov
by News
No commentsRevised Websites for Three Churches
Three United Brethren churches have seriously updated their websites. Take a look.
NorthPointe Church (Lewis Center, Ohio). Dan Kopp is the pastor.
Anchor Community Church (Fort Wayne, Ind.). Tim Hallman is the pastor.
Union Chapel Church (Fort Wayne, Ind.). Gary Reiber is the pastor. - 21 Nov
by News
No commentsFrank Strine Undergoes Heart Bypass
Frank Strine, a longtime UB pastor (now retired), underwent quadruple heart bypass surgery today. Everything went well and there were no problems. As always, the next 24 hours are critical. Frank and Phyllis Strine can be contacted at PO Box 613, Markle, IN 46770.
- 21 Nov
by News
No commentsChristmas Musical at Lake View Church
Lake View Church will offer their 18th annual dramatic Christmas musical December 14-16. The performances are open to anyone who would like to attend. Tickets are free, but are required for admission.
This year’s musical, “Bringing Christmas Home,” shows that God’s supernatural power is still at work today changing hearts. The performance schedule is:December 14 @ [...]
- 13 Nov
by News
No commentsColwood UB Looking for Fulltime Youth Pastor
Colwood UB church in Caro, Mich., is looking for a fulltime youth pastor, with a preferred starting date of January 1, 2008. Colwood Student Ministry (Fusion Student Ministry), a ministry of Colwood UB church, is a multi-faceted ministry that seeks a balance of worship, training, outreach, leader development, and community involvement. Currently the Sunday student [...]
- 9 Nov
by News
No commentsRoger Sherman Suffers Heart Attack
Roger Sherman, an elder at Mainstreet Church in Walbridge, Ohio, suffered a massive heart attack and is now in the intensive care unit of a local hospital. Roger is the second father to Mainstreet’s senior pastor, Marty Pennington.
