The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 23, No. 2, Ed. 1, Thursday, September 19, 1935 (open access)

The Optimist (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 23, No. 2, Ed. 1, Thursday, September 19, 1935

Weekly student newspaper from Abilene Christian College in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date: September 19, 1935
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations transcript

Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 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 19, 2011
Creator: Holt, Steve, Sr.; Parker, Anthony & Smith, Kent
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 Monday, September 19, 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 19, 2011
Creator: Moore, Steven & Huis, Michael "Fish" Van
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Seek Justice - The Heart of God transcript

Seek Justice - The Heart of God

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "International Justice Mission is a Christian human rights agency answering Isaiah's call to seek justice by securing rescue and recovery for victims of sex trafficking, slavery, and other violent oppression. Join this class to learn and to be mobilized for action."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Barnard, Wayne
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Artist As Priest and Prophet - Cultivating Seeing Souls transcript

The Artist As Priest and Prophet - Cultivating Seeing Souls

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "The church cultivates believing souls by answering compelling questions, while the artist cultivates seeing souls by raising compelling images. Is there are conflict, an infidelity, in seeing the artist's dual relationship with the Kingdom and the "world"?"
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Beaubeaux, Carmen
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Evangelism in a Changing World - Singing the Old Gospel in a New Key transcript

Evangelism in a Changing World - Singing the Old Gospel in a New Key

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "The church is always exploring the relationship between the gospel and the church's context for the sake of saving lost souls. This exploration is necessary for our current context as well. What was old is new again, but is it the same old song?"
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Johnson, Bruce
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Tearing Down Strongholds - Bringing God's Grace as Compassionate Strength transcript

Tearing Down Strongholds - Bringing God's Grace as Compassionate Strength

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Today's church is starved for guidance in responding to the issue of same-sex attraction. Participants will be introduced to Center Peace, a newly formed non-profit ministry dedicated to equipping churches to respond compassionately to our brothers and sisters who experience same-sex attraction."
Date: September 19, 2007
Creator: Gary, Sally
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Leaving Eden: Grace and Brokenness in Christian and Contemporary Art. transcript

Leaving Eden: Grace and Brokenness in Christian and Contemporary Art.

Lecture given Sunday, September 19, 2010, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "How are we to encounter God in Art that fails to honestly confront the brokenness and god-forsakenness in the world? An artist and psychologist suggest we must "leave Eden" to find God in the world."
Date: September 19, 2010
Creator: Beck, Richard & McGregor, Dan
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
True or Toxic Leadership - A Transforming Leadership Model transcript

True or Toxic Leadership - A Transforming Leadership Model

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class will present a transforming leadership model from the Apostle Paul's letter to the Corinthian churches and its implications for an International Church of Christ congregation. The application of Paul's pastoral ministry style helped this congregation develop a healthy, biblical approach."
Date: September 19, 2007
Creator: Marutzky, Gregg
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Against the Night - Purity in a Porn World transcript

Against the Night - Purity in a Porn World

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In the great prologue of the Gospel of John, we are told that the reality of this great declaration? Jesus calls His disciples to live "against the night.""
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Meador, Prentice
Object Type: Sound
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
Could You Move in Half a Day? - How Big is the Gap Between Econimic Classes? transcript

Could You Move in Half a Day? - How Big is the Gap Between Econimic Classes?

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Every culture has value and uniqueness, including the culture of poverty in America. Discover what happens when we recognize the gaps between economic classes and take a cross-cultural approach to interacting with poverty and homelessness."
Date: September 19, 2012
Creator: Halstead, Randy
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Beyond Apathy and Rage - Next Steps in Overcoming Race, Part 2 transcript

Beyond Apathy and Rage - Next Steps in Overcoming Race, Part 2

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "In many ways, attitudes toward race have changed substantially over the last 40 years. Still, while overt racism is less acceptable, more subtle and unspoken forms of racism still persist. How do we move beneath the surface in matters of race so that God's peace might be reflected in how we treat one another? J. C. Thomas will begin our time together with unforgettable monologues on white apathy and black rage. A panel will respond to the presentations and bring others into the conversation. Finally, a group of ACU faculty and staff will talk about their journey over the past two years to understand one another better."
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Allen, Bethany; Fleer, David; Greene, Mary; Moore, Steven; Reese, Jeanene P.; Taylor, Jerry et al.
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sex is More than Skin on Skin - The Personal Transformation to Become a Great Lover transcript

Sex is More than Skin on Skin - The Personal Transformation to Become a Great Lover

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "For sexual intimacy to flourish in marriage, sexuality eventually moves from a vehicle for closeness, validation or pleasure and into the realm where husband and wife confront integrity and courage. God's presence and power is essential in this process."
Date: September 19, 2012
Creator: Parish, Eddie
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
God's People: Israel and the Church transcript

God's People: Israel and the Church

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 1:45 PM at Abilene Christian University: "What do the senior minister of a community mega-church (charismatic, pre-millennial and complementarian) and a Christian university professor (non-charismatic, a-millennial and confused on issues of men and woman) have to share? Come for warm conversation on theological issues as proof that disagreeing does not mean being disagreeable."
Date: September 19, 2012
Creator: Harris, Randy & McQueen, David
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
This Is Not Your Father's Oldsmobile - Emerging Conversations With the Next Generation of Christians transcript

This Is Not Your Father's Oldsmobile - Emerging Conversations With the Next Generation of Christians

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 3:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "The church vehicle that carries Christians along is changing. It is changing because the next generation (18-29s) is different than previous generations. Each day we'll explore how these emerging Christians participants view their churches and where they'd like them to go."
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Clark, Paul D.; Swim, Jordan; Walton, James & Wesley, Jordan
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
Blessings for Dummies: Giving Elders the Last Word - God's Intention to Use Your Words transcript

Blessings for Dummies: Giving Elders the Last Word - God's Intention to Use Your Words

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "If you were asked for a blessing, what would you offer? As the church gathers for worship, and even more as they leave the assembly to join God's mission for the sake of the world, they hope for the power of the Presence to go with them. You can help!"
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Harbour, Michael
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
That You May Be Completely One John 17 transcript

That You May Be Completely One John 17

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 7:00 PM at Abilene Christian University
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: McLaughlin, Don
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
When the Mission Field Come to You - How to Grow a Church in a Changing Community transcript

When the Mission Field Come to You - How to Grow a Church in a Changing Community

Lecture given Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class presents practical and proven ideas to deal with the challenge of a racially changing neighborhood. Learn how to thrive and not merely survive in a transitional community."
Date: September 19, 2007
Creator: Scott, John
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
Sending, Peace, and the Holy Spirit - Lectio Divina for the Sake of the World transcript

Sending, Peace, and the Holy Spirit - Lectio Divina for the Sake of the World

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "A chaplain, minister and ACU student bring their lives under the penetrating influence of John 20:19-23. After living with this text in a manner of lectio divina, these three bring their reflections as an invitation for us to join them in seeing the world through this text."
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Fry, Virgil; Sargent, Kelly & Soper, Matt
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - A Mother and Son Reflect on God's Forever Faithful Presence in Their Daily Lives transcript

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - A Mother and Son Reflect on God's Forever Faithful Presence in Their Daily Lives

Lecture given Tuesday, September 19, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Analyze? Dissect? Explain? There are many ways to intentionally study the Psalms, but perhaps one of the most effective ways is to experience them. We will try our best to allow the passion and convictions that fueled Psalm 139 to speak freshly to our heats."
Date: September 19, 2006
Creator: Robinson, Alpha & Robinson, Jerrod
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History