I write to support the 2026 Declaration of Principles. It is by far the best Advent Christian theological statement written in the 166-year history of the Advent Christian Church. The 2026 Declaration is a clear, concise exposition of the Christian faith through an Advent Christian lens…
Read MoreThe conversation delves into the significance of the 2026 Triennial for the Advent Christian church, highlighting the pivotal role of the 2026 Declaration of Principles (DOP) in shaping the denomination's future. It emphasizes the need for clarity, conviction, and unity in upholding the church's heritage and essential beliefs, while navigating doctrinal differences with charity and wisdom.
Read MoreIt might surprise you that Advent Christians are for open borders. Tom Loghry explains - hear his concern for the denomination if we don't change course.
Read MoreTom Loghry presents the proposed 2026 Declaration of Principles, which will now appear before the Advent Christian General Conference delegate body at the 2026 Triennial convention.
Read MoreTom Loghry shares an update regarding denominational restructuring and the 2026 Declaration of Principles.
Read MoreTom Loghry considers the implications of overstating the importance of conditionalism in light of Jefferson Vann’s article, “why conditionalism matters - exposing the lie.”
Read MoreWhat does God want the Advent Christian denomination to be?
Read MoreReconsidering the divide that has shaped the Advent Christian denomination…
Read MoreAre you ready to begin the work of renewal?
Read MoreTwo institutions contributed to developing the theological and ministry stance of Advent Christian clergy: Aurora College (University) and New England School of Theology (Berkshire Christian College). In Occupy til I Come Susan Palmer…
Read MoreAll good things, when left to adults, become busy, and this is especially true of religion. There is a hysteria about religion in America of having to endlessly improve or else…
Read MoreI wasn’t planning on publishing a piece for Reformation day, but I read something the other day that really struck a nerve.
Read MoreWhen studying the Advent Christian tradition, one is hard-pressed to find any self-conscious attempts at political theology. In larger treatments found in pamphlets and books, implicit political theologies might emerge in the midst of discourses on world events, the Kingdom of God, and of course pacifism, but there are very few (and by my count no) books consciously dedicated to the subject. In smaller treatments found in various Advent Christian periodicals, one does find some forthright consideration of the relation between the church and politics, but as is the case with most of the books above, it is difficult to measure the influence of these writings. The lone exception when it comes to measuring influence may be I.C. Wellcome’s popularly received pamphlet Should Christians Fight?
Read MoreThe questions surrounding the propriety and appropriateness of women in ministry have always seemed to be a popular topic for conversation, and it has at times caused much controversy and dissonance among church fellowship.
Read MoreThere is no need for me to give a lengthy account of the rampant gun violence and other massive acts of violence in America. You know about Las Vegas, Manhattan, and now Sutherland Springs. You know about the countless events that have preceded these more recent ones. It is horrific and is increasingly so as we grow ever more numb to it and it grows ever more normal to us. How tragic that our children have never known a world without all of this. Can they ever know such a world?
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