A New Hope Has Come

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December 2022

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Brethren in Christ U.S.!

Every year when Christmas rolls around, we are reminded of the immense hope that Jesus brought to the world when he was born. It changed everything as God took another step to reconcile humanity to himself, and a new hope was given to the world.

May that hope fill your heart and home this Christmas.

2023 Week of Prayer and Fasting

Join us January 8-15 as we take a closer look at the Core Values of the BIC and how they impact how we engage with our faith and others. The Week of Prayer and Fasting is a great opportunity for individuals, families, small groups, and congregations to seek God together at the beginning of the year. Devotional materials are now available in English and Spanish. Access materials»

Tutoring for At-Risk Students

The Piccolo School of Excellence in Choma, Zambia, is making a big difference by helping disadvantaged students advance academically, pass entrance exams, and return to school. Two students have already re-entered grade seven, and nine more are currently studying.

Learn more»

BIC U.S. World Missions Deploys Jenna Martin

We are excited to share that Jenna Martin recently deployed to El Camino Academy in Bogotá, Colombia, as a school nurse and health teacher. She is passionate about seeing lives changed and relationships grow through the love and grace of God. Learn more about Jenna»

New Manual of Doctrine and Government

The 2022 Manual of Doctrine and Government is now available. Complimentary print copies will be mailed to all BIC U.S. congregations while the online PDF can now be accessed in English. The Spanish version will be uploaded to the website soon. Learn more»

General Assembly Minutes

At the 2022 General Assembly of Brethren in Christ U.S., we made decisions, learned together, and spent time in fellowship. Minutes from the gathering are now available for download. Get minutes»

New Blog - Facing Our Inner Violence

“It is a dangerous thing to pursue peace without first being pursued by peace … Each of us must do the difficult work of confronting our inner violence before we speak or act to confront the violence of the world.” Read more»

The Spring term of our Directed Study Program begins January 9th and is open to volunteers, leaders, pastors, or those who simply want to expand their biblical knowledge. This Spring, courses are being offered in the areas of Bible, history, missions, discipleship, and ministry. Learn more»

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.”

Luke 2:10-11

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