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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
Bound and Determined: Men and Women - What Happens When Partnerships Fail transcript

Bound and Determined: Men and Women - What Happens When Partnerships Fail

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Her book, Bound and Determined, explores a theology of partnership, discusses how godly partnerships are formed, and challenges churches to lead the way in nurturing partnerships. These two classes help Christians and leaders build strong partnerships between men and women."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Reese, Jeanene P.
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
Bring the Rain - Finding Faith Through Divorce and Cancer transcript

Bring the Rain - Finding Faith Through Divorce and Cancer

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "I experienced a double mastectomy for breast cancer, then a divorce, within three months time. This session discusses how God uses challenges to reveal a new path for life and how experiences can strengthen faith."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Campos, Kristina
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Resonance, Volume 4, August 2011 (open access)

Resonance, Volume 4, August 2011

Magazine published by the McMurry University School of Natural and Computational Sciences discussing studies, faculty, and other information related to scientific research at the university.
Date: August 2011
Creator: McMurry University. School of Natural and Computational Sciences.
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Female WWII pilots have reunion] (open access)

[Clipping: Female WWII pilots have reunion]

Newspaper clipping with an article about the WASP and their homecoming event.
Date: 2011
Creator: Emison, Celinda
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: "WASP Trainer Plane Restored to 1940s Glory"] (open access)

[Clipping: "WASP Trainer Plane Restored to 1940s Glory"]

Newspaper clipping with an article about how Elizabeth Strohfus joined the WASP and the restoration of a 1942 Boeing Stearman PT-17 and another article about how a woman joined the WASP. Other articles about weather and current events are also included.
Date: May 29, 2011
Creator: Kendall-Ball, Greg
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
He is All I Need - Lessons of Reliance Learned Living a Life Without Arms transcript

He is All I Need - Lessons of Reliance Learned Living a Life Without Arms

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We do not need arms to serve in the Kingdom of God. God does not use us because of what we do or do not have. God strengthens our reliance on Him and uses us as we are."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: McDoniel, Chet & McDoniel, Jim
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
Vibrant Living Through Simplicity and Organization - It's Easier Than You Think transcript

Vibrant Living Through Simplicity and Organization - It's Easier Than You Think

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We all have the same 24 hours each day. How we spend time determines our life. Discover practical steps women can take to simplify, to enjoy life and make time for what they treasure."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Fuller, Jeanne & Barcroft, Kathy
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
What Do They Say in Africa? - East African Christians and the Intersection of Faith and Health transcript

What Do They Say in Africa? - East African Christians and the Intersection of Faith and Health

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Little, Ellen
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
Living in the Here and Wow - Awe Has Not Ceased transcript

Living in the Here and Wow - Awe Has Not Ceased

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Enthusiasm, excitement and sheer over-joy are not traits of the past only, but are prominent elements of the modern day believer. Because of the magnificent tactics of God, we get to live in the here and wow!"
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Rush, Terry
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 Monday, September 19, 2011, 9:00 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 19, 2011
Creator: Shank, Sally
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
To Serve or Not to Serve? - Developing a Discernment Process for Elder Nominees transcript

To Serve or Not to Serve? - Developing a Discernment Process for Elder Nominees

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Presented the opportunity to serve in church leadership, elder nominees face a pivotal moment filled with questions. Rather than leaving these individuals to maneuver the process alone, learn how to provide information and care to help nominees decide."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Walling, Aaron
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Paul and Timothy - Paul and Timothy in 2 Timothy transcript

Paul and Timothy - Paul and Timothy in 2 Timothy

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Paul and Timothy are role models for deep Christian relationships. They can become role models for Christian prayer life."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Fair, Ian A.
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Coffee House: Film Dialogue - "Consuming Kids" transcript

Coffee House: Film Dialogue - "Consuming Kids"

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Drawing on health care professionals, children's advocates, and industry insiders, this film exposes the growth of child marketing in the wake of deregulation, showing how youth marketers have transformed American children to a profitable consumer demographic."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Shewmaker, Jennifer
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Fresh Look at Familiar Texts - Content, Context, and Campbellites from Acts 2:38 transcript

Fresh Look at Familiar Texts - Content, Context, and Campbellites from Acts 2:38

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Baptism and spiritual gifts are intended as blessings from God, but have too often become captives of controversy. When prayerfully read in context, passages on both subjects reveal long-buried treasures that strengthen and enrich Christianity."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Fudge, Edward
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Church of Irresistible Influence - Bridge-Building Stories to Help Reach Your Communiy transcript

The Church of Irresistible Influence - Bridge-Building Stories to Help Reach Your Communiy

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Many church planters are forming faith communities different from traditional churches, yet bring people to God and transform lives. Hear three church planters describe their experience of identifying strengths from their heritage and hindrances to reaching outsiders."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Willis, Mark; Monroy, Hugo & Greene, Kenneth
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Talking Back to God - Discovering Help transcript

Talking Back to God - Discovering Help

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Learn how to pour out your heart to God through the Psalms. Powerful yet practical benefits can come through reading, singing, praying and memorizing the Psalms."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Anderson, Lynn
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Other People's Children - Why the American Dream is Determined by ZIP Code transcript

Other People's Children - Why the American Dream is Determined by ZIP Code

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "America's schools have fallen apart. Hear from one who has taught Special Education in the highly controversial Washington, D.C., public school system. Learn America's most pressing educational reforms and what role the church can and should play."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Worthington, Matt
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History