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THE CHURCH OF GOD International Offices are based in Cleveland.

CoG rejects women's vote in General Council

A suggested bylaw amendment that would have given women the right to vote failed again during the Church of God’s recent 78th General Assembly.In recent years, there have been calls for ordained … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/3/22

SAU hires adviser on diversity and strategic planning

Kathy Goodridge-Purnell is joining Southern Adventist University as the new senior adviser to the president on diversity and strategic planning. Originally from England with roots in the Caribbean, … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/3/22

Let the message change you

Grandpa was looking old. Farming in all types of weather had cast its shadow upon his face. His physical movements had gotten slower. His smile was now a little crooked, with jaws somewhat sunken … more

CHARLES FINNEY | 8/3/22

The apple of His eye

“And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd” (John 10:16 KJV). I was born on my … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 8/3/22

No vision ⏤ no purpose

When the Crystal Palace Exhibition opened in 1851, people flocked to London’s Hyde Park to behold the marvels. One of the greatest marvels back then was steam. Steam plows were on display ⏤ … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 8/3/22

The 2022-24 Church of God Executive Committee are, from left, Gary Lewis, secretary general; Raymond Culpepper, first assistant general overseer; Tim Hill, general overseer; Tony Stewart, second assistant general overseer; and David Ramirez, third assistant general overseer.

Church of God selects leaders

SAN ANTONIO — More than 8,000 delegates registered for the 78th Church of God International General Assembly, which took place this week at the Gonzalez Convention Center here. This is the first … more

Special to the Banner | 7/29/22

Pastor Rodney Dunn of St. James Ministries prays before the Bradley County Commission's June 20 meeting.

Even politicians can benefit from prayer

Every Bradley County Commission session begins with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an invocation — often a prayer delivered by a local pastor.Regardless of Christian denomination, certain … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/27/22

FIRST CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH celebrated its 185th birthday in July. Here, church members Patty Swafford and Krystal Miller admire the cake, which was half chocolate and half vanilla.

First Cumberland Presbyterian celebrates 185 years

Celebrating 185 years of ministry in downtown Cleveland, the congregation of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church had a joyous birthday party Sunday, July 17. The church was formed on July 16, … more

FROM STAFF REPORTS | 7/27/22

Some blessings leave scars

“He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight” (John 9:11 … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/27/22

Loaded questions

Loaded questions Have you stopped beating your wife?Have you quit drinking?Are you still cheating on your taxes?These are “yes or no?" questions. Yet either answer gets you into trouble. Answer … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/27/22

Diana Whittle leads the "sack pack" student meal program during the school year at Wesley Memorial Methodist Church.

Student meal program needs support

Wesley Memorial United Methodist is seeking donations for its “sack pack” ministry, which provides meals for city school children to take home over the weekend.Diana Whittle, an usher and … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/25/22

Church of God of Prophecy selects Clevelander as new presiding bishop

The 101st International Assembly of Cleveland-based Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) convened this week in Oklahoma City and on Wednesday, July 20, selected as new presiding bishop Tim Coalter, of … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/20/22

Send me

Hello, can you hear me? When you hear this question on your phone, we are warned not to answer “Yes.” The reply could lead to your being scammed. Good advice. But when God asks, “Can you … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/20/22

You’re getting warmer!

“Then said Jesus again unto them, I go my way, and ye shall seek me, and shall die in your sins: whither I go, ye cannot come. Then said the Jews, Will he kill himself? because he saith, Whither I … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/20/22

The Singing Echoes will be performing Thursday through Saturday at their 53rd Annual Singing.”

Singing Echoes will perform

The Singing Echoes 53rd Annual Blue Springs Valley Anniversary Singing continues at 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 14-16, at Singing Echoes Park, 150 Bryson Lane in Cleveland.The Southern … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Be real

In 1960, my parents and I were in a revival meeting at a church on the mountain overlooking Los Angeles. The area was the location for filming Westerns and from the church, we could see the town … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/13/22

Timing is everything

The Jews' feast of tabernacles was at hand. His brethren therefore said unto him, "Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. For there is no man … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/13/22

Freedom: Throw out the rules

As a child, one of the first things I learned was life had rules. And there were many. Sometimes my behavior warranted adding another one or two. Besides the basic rules of morality, there were rules … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/6/22

Just believe, really believe

“Then said they unto him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God? Jesus answered and said unto them, 'This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent. They said … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/6/22

My freedom ends where your nose begins

A man who had practiced an Eastern religion was converted to Christianity and enjoyed the fellowship with newfound fellow Christians. But one day, visiting in a home, he noticed "objects of art" that … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 6/29/22