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The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 98, No. 10, Ed. 1 Sunday, September 20, 2009 (open access)

The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 98, No. 10, Ed. 1 Sunday, September 20, 2009

Bi-weekly student newspaper from Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date: September 20, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Interview with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, September 20, 1989 captions transcript

Interview with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, September 20, 1989

A videorecording of an interview with U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
Date: September 20, 1989
Creator: Hutchison, Kay Bailey & McCaleb, Gary
Object Type: Video
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 29, No. 1, Ed. 1, Saturday, September 20, 1941 (open access)

The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 29, No. 1, Ed. 1, Saturday, September 20, 1941

Weekly student newspaper from Abilene Christian College in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date: September 20, 1941
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 22, No. 2, Ed. 1, Thursday, September 20, 1934 (open access)

The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 22, No. 2, Ed. 1, Thursday, September 20, 1934

Weekly student newspaper from Abilene Christian College in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date: September 20, 1934
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 78, No. 8, Ed. 1, Wednesday, September 20, 1989 (open access)

The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 78, No. 8, Ed. 1, Wednesday, September 20, 1989

Bi-weekly student newspaper from Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date: September 20, 1989
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations transcript

Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How do we help people who seem stuck, without hurting them? These three sessions will introduce the DRAWN coaching model, which combines spiritual direction and coaching best practices. Participants will gain skill and insight in eductive leadership."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Holt, Steve, Sr.; Parker, Anthony & Smith, Kent
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Worship Leaders Forum - A Time to Focus on Worship and Music Ministry transcript

Worship Leaders Forum - A Time to Focus on Worship and Music Ministry

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This new 75-minute super-session focuses on worship leaders and ministers. Featuring worship leaders form across the country, this forum explores resources for worship planning, music and arranging and other important issues facing worship today."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Bulls, D. J.
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
We Are All Liberals Now - Social Justice and Christian Faith transcript

We Are All Liberals Now - Social Justice and Christian Faith

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Is social justice a good idea? This class surveys three prominent approaches to justice – utilitarianism, libertarianism and egalitarian liberalism – from two Christians with different perspectives. Attendees will explore the diverse ways Christian faith informs discussion of social justice."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Bennett, Cole & McCracken, Vic
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
True-blue in our Modern Milieu: Fully Formed in Love - Part 1. transcript

True-blue in our Modern Milieu: Fully Formed in Love - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What does a genuine Christ-follower look like in his everyday environment? Come explore the letters of 1 John and Jude to find authentic direction for a life of unwavering loyalty in your committee."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Stirman, Peggy
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Baptism and Lord's Supper: Becoming God's People transcript

Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Baptism and Lord's Supper: Becoming God's People

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We often hear about 'moving, meaningful, and authentic worship.' Sometimes what results is greater attention to forming worship than being formed by worship. Come explore worship as moving us towards discernible, active participation in God's mission in the world."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Lemley, David & Cary, Jeff
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Ancient Words, Contemporary Worlds: A Very, Very Short Introduction to Biblical Interpretation Today - Part 1. transcript

Ancient Words, Contemporary Worlds: A Very, Very Short Introduction to Biblical Interpretation Today - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Biblical interpretation involves the text, the history of interpretation, and the reader's situation. As readers, we pay close attention to our own prejudices and desires in order to allow God to speak a word today. This class presents general guidelines for discussion."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Hamilton, Mark
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Picturing Scripture - The Word as Seen Through the Eyes of Two Illustrators Centuries Apart transcript

Picturing Scripture - The Word as Seen Through the Eyes of Two Illustrators Centuries Apart

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "We will examine the work of two artists who tackled the enormous challenge of illustrating the entire Bible. Separated by more than 100 years of world war, genocide, and astounding technological advancements, these artists reflected the worldviews of two very different times."
Date: September 20, 2006
Creator: Maxwell, Jack & McGregor, Dan
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
From the Pit to the Peak - Discover Hope in Life's Hardships transcript

From the Pit to the Peak - Discover Hope in Life's Hardships

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Have you ever felt hopeless and discouraged? Elijah's disappointment with God, and Paul's disillusionment with friends, reminds us of life's low points. Discover how God can turn disappointment into hope and disillusionment into confidence"
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Shank, Sally
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Paradox of Power in Relationship - Gathering From the Garden transcript

Paradox of Power in Relationship - Gathering From the Garden

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "There is much to learn from scripture and experience when it comes to gender roles and Christianity. Explore the paradox of power in relationship from a woman's perspective and from the Garden of Eden."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Lowry, Rhonda
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Stop Preaching and Start Slamming - A Desperate Cry for Change in our Churches transcript

Stop Preaching and Start Slamming - A Desperate Cry for Change in our Churches

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "The lack of church relevance is evident as preachers stare at audiences of apathetic pew dwellers enduring safe sermons. Come hear why glitzy building and worship renovations will not reach this generation. Learn how slam poetry can inspire action on social issues."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Moore, Steven & Huis, Michael "Fish" Van
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Living the Questions transcript

Living the Questions

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 3:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Faith is not about being right; it's about being in a relationship. Sometimes having all the right answers is less important than asking good questions. Book signing follows in the Moody concourse."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Evans, Rachel Held
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Shepherding the Elder Selection Process: Elder Selection Is Not Deer Season - Part 1. transcript

Shepherding the Elder Selection Process: Elder Selection Is Not Deer Season - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Elder selection is a time of spiritual discernment and not about choosing respected people to attack in the name of "spiritual" objections. Often overlooked is how to help new elders transition into an existing eldership. This class explores the process of building a unified leadership."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Oglesby, Robert & Siburt, Charles
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Secure In Heart: A woman's Journey to Redemption - Part 1 transcript

Secure In Heart: A woman's Journey to Redemption - Part 1

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Eve first woke up to her Father delighting over her. But after she fell, did the God of grace restore her? (1 Peter 5:10) As we explore Eve's journey towards redemption, we'll claim a living hope for our own battles."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Weidner, Robin
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
For I Know the Plans I Have For You: Developing Christ-Centered Leaders in Today's World transcript

For I Know the Plans I Have For You: Developing Christ-Centered Leaders in Today's World

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders comes with challenges. Today's teens and young adults are bombarded with contradictory messages of what defines a 'real' person. Come explore leader development with ACU's head football coach and director of athletics."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Mosley, Jared & Thomsen, Chris
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
There's No One Like Jehovah - How Odd of God to Choose the Jews transcript

There's No One Like Jehovah - How Odd of God to Choose the Jews

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "God expresses love for all nations by choosing a people to bless all the earth. These sessions explore God's concern for all people, the role of God's chosen people for all nations, and God's desire to heal and redeem all people."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Willis, John
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Practices of Missional Renewal and Church Planting: Paradigms of Alan Hirsch, Hugh Halter, David Watson, and Neal Cole - Part 1. transcript

Practices of Missional Renewal and Church Planting: Paradigms of Alan Hirsch, Hugh Halter, David Watson, and Neal Cole - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Missional leaders nurture intimate, Christ-filled environments, not by replicating programs but through personal relationships focused on mission. These churches have the potential to spread like a virus. What energizes these movements? What do they look like? How do they minister?"
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Rheenen, Gailyn Van
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Leaving the Land We Know - Leading Missional Transformation, Part 1 transcript

Leaving the Land We Know - Leading Missional Transformation, Part 1

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "How leadership is expressed goes a long way toward determining the nature of any organization, including the church. If a church wanted its nature to be Missional, how would leadership act? What leadership gifts would be needed for a church to move 'from a place where' to 'a people sent' kind of church? What are the corresponding leadership tasks? This extended session will attempt to define these important tasks and provide concrete first steps for developing Missional leaders."
Date: September 20, 2006
Creator: Flanders, Chris; Hopkins, Mark; Love, Mark & Wray, David
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Deaf Ministry Classes - Spiritual Development of Deaf Christians transcript

Deaf Ministry Classes - Spiritual Development of Deaf Christians

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Special topics and methods for enhancing general Bible knowledge for the Deaf. Special emphasis on the Old Testament."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Prince, Larry
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Evangelism: Growing the Church in a Post-Divinci Code Age. transcript

Evangelism: Growing the Church in a Post-Divinci Code Age.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class will consist of prayerful methods and techniques for reaching multiple generations of unchurched and de-churched people. The Class will be a short lecture and guided discussion."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Roysden, Doug
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History