‘You have to find some way to stand back up’ — D.J. Williams on life, football, faith
As a child, David “D.J.” Williams tried to sleep while his mother endured repeated beatings by his alcoholic father. As a teenager, he lived in…
Archive: Feb 2011
REVIEW: What can parents do about teens’ weak faith?
Most American teenagers possess a diluted version of traditional Christianity. In their minds, God certainly exists, but largely only to help them be nice, stay…
Across the nation, February 2011
DELAWARE NEWARK — The Newark Church of Christ is moving forward after the closing of Aletheia Christian School and Child Care, which fell victim to…
A Lady Pirate’s life: Texas church member is the winningest basketball coach in U.S. history
GRANBURY, Texas — When the final seconds ticked off the scoreboard, the Granbury Pirates lifted their coach, Leta Andrews, in celebration and carried her to…
EDITORIAL: Sunday night — A spiritual discipline
Just who came up with the idea that, after spending Sunday morning worshiping and studying, we should return Sunday night? Some say the tradition of…
Newsmakers, February 2011
NAMED: Chris Taylor, assistant vice president for constituency fundraising at Lubbock Christian University in Texas. Jonathan Neeley, director of the Church of Christ Student Center…
Partners, February 2011
CAMPUS MINISTRY WOLFLIFE CAMPUS MINISTRY JONESBORO, Ark. — Eight months after receiving approval to change its name from the Church of Christ Student Center to…
‘This is what the Lord made me for’ — motocross champion Trey Canard
SHAWNEE, Okla. — Out of his racing uniform, Trey Canard seems an unassuming presence, especially for someone known for performing high-speed, bone-jarring exploits in front…
Christmas song a YouTube sensation
Two years ago, Becky Kelley’s young nephew was waiting to see Santa Claus at a shopping mall. “Where’s the line to see Jesus?” Spencer Reijgers,…
Rising enrollments fueled by graduates
SEARCY, Ark. — In a tough job market, Ashton Reely decided to give herself an edge. After earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Reely stayed…
