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Walking the tightrope of truth: Grace Church Yate hosts meetings about Christian doctrine and living
In the last couple of years, Grace Church Yate has restarted an initiative called 'Growing to Serve', a series of monthly Saturday mornings of topical teaching. This year the attendance was around the 50 mark, with the church well represented and others joining us from other local congregations. We were immensely blessed with the topics brought and the providential overlap with a number of themes.
Victorious prayer
We have previously seen that helplessness and faith are two sides of the coin of true prayer. We must ask, then, what is its cash value? What does victorious prayer look like? We return once more to Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. What was the result of his time in helpless, faith-filled prayer? It is seen in him getting up with these words, ‘Rise, let us be going. See, my betrayer is at hand’ (Matthew 26:46). These are the words of a man who has just been victorious in spiritual battle.
Faith-filled prayer
Last month we saw the centrality of helplessness in prayer. Powerful petitioning of God begins with a sense of our own weakness. However, this is not sufficient by itself. Helplessness on its own will soon descend into hopelessness unless it is combined with a heart of faith in the God who can provide. Bringing our emptiness to God in prayer must be done with confidence in his fullness to meet our needs. Faith-filled prayer is the second side of the coin of supplication.
Helpless prayer
At the Garden of Gethsemane, we are granted remarkable access into the intimate life of our Saviour as he approaches the cross. So many things can be learned, but how often have we turned to this passage in order to learn about prayer? Jesus’ recorded words are very few, but there is a wealth of instruction within them and their context on how we ought to petition God.
Meeting the King of angels
The story of the shepherds outside Bethlehem is a well-known part of the Christmas narrative. But have you ever thought about the striking contrast between what they encountered out on the hillside with what they saw in the manger? The shepherds would have been used to long nights watching over their flock. Perhaps they were huddled around a campfire that night, exchanging news of the day’s events. Suddenly a bright, heavenly being appears, surrounded by a glorious light! How would you have reacted?
Yate conference highlights the importance of the local church
In September, around 20 young adults gathered at Grace Church Yate for the conference, ‘Loving the Local Church’. Robert Strivens spoke on the reason why the local church is important, given its centrality to the plans of Christ. The Saviour builds his kingdom through planting local congregations of believers and also truly meets with them when they gather. Sign up for free membership to read this content Subscribe now Already have an account? Sign in
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World mission Articles > World Mission > Europe > Southern Europe > Spain Spain Read more Share Spain Share this article: Article August 2017 Spain An evangelical church on the tropical coast of Spain Almuñecar is a small cosmopolitan town of around 29,000 people. There are a considerable number of foreign residents who have their second home here or come often for holidays.
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World mission August 2017 Articles > World Mission > Europe > Southern Europe > Spain Spain Read more Share Spain Share this article: Article August 2017 Spain An evangelical church on the tropical coast of Spain Almuñecar is a small cosmopolitan town of around 29,000 people. There are a considerable number of foreign residents who have their second home here or come often for holidays.
JPMorgan Chase plans major expansion in Delaware Valley
JPMorgan Chase today announced an expansion of its branch network to Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley and several new commitments that support economic growth and workforce development in the region. This expansion is part of the firm’s recent $20 billion, five-year investment in its business and local economic growth. Over the next five years, JPMorgan Chase intends to open approximately 50 new branches and hire 300 new employees in the Delaware Valley region.
DelTech gets grant for automotive training center
DelTech gets grant for automotive training center (AP) — Delaware Technical Community College has received a grant of nearly $2 million to build a new automotive training center on its Georgetown campus. Sen. Tom Carper made the announcement Friday with Delaware Tech President Mark Brainard and Sussex County Economic Development Director William Plaff. The project will build a 13,500 square-foot automotive center. It will include two classrooms, a tool room and two training garages.
Apply for the 2019 Family-Owned Business Awards
The Family-Owned Business Awards program honors family businesses that make up the backbone of the American economy. From small, boutique operations to large multi-generational firms, these entrepreneurial families are building business legacies that will last for generations to come. More than two thirds of privately held businesses in the U.S. are family-owned firms. Delaware Business Times will be celebrating the family-owned businesses that are successful, growing and moving America forward.
Delaware Community Foundation awards $298,000 in grants
Boys & Girls Club at H. Fletcher Brown, which received $15,000. The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) last week announced $298,000 in capital grants for a mix of 18 nonprofits and community groups throughout the state. The grants target improvement projects with a lasting impact on the populations served by the organizations. These could include land purchases, new construction or the renovation or repair of existing buildings.
Minster's Jewelers in Newark to close after 123 years
Minster’s Jewelers in Newark to close after 123 years Minster’s Jewelers today announced plans to close this weekend after 123 years in business. The shop is located in the Newark Shopping Center just off of Main Street. “It has been our honor and pleasure to serve the community for 123 years, however it is now time for our family to say goodbye and we will close this Saturday July 14,” wrote owner Will Minster in an email announcing the closure.
H1: Why the Series LLC Is the Ultimate Subsidiary
In the summer of 1987, “make your own sub day” was so popular in the Camp Tockwogh mess hall, that we all sang “I feel like makin’ SUBS!” This was a subtle substitution of one word in the classic rock song, Feel Like Makin’ Love by Bad Company. I still love making subs, but nowadays those subs are subsidiaries. It’s no longer the bad “Bad Company”; it’s now literally a “new company” and lots of them. How much fun it is to make subs? It’s like making friends and having lots of them.
DowDuPont COO projects growth
The name that has become synonymous with the chemical industry in Delaware is getting a new identity in 2019, with officials pledging to focus on growth areas in the year ahead. In February, DowDuPont announced that its specialty products division would continue under the DuPont name when it separates into an independent company prior to 2019. The announcement followed the closure of the $130 billion merger in September 2017 between DuPont and The Dow Chemical Company.
Delaware bill to help immigrant students with legal status
Delaware bill to help immigrant students with legal status (AP) — The state Senate has passed a bill that encourages Delaware colleges and universities to assist foreign-born student entrepreneurs in maintaining proper legal status within the United States. The Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed the measure, which is aimed at students engaged in developing new businesses and technologies in Delaware. The bill is being promoted as an economic development measure. It now heads to the House.
Starbucks, 19th in county, replaces Wendy's on Concord Pike
Delaware’s newest Starbucks store debuted in North Wilmington on Friday with no ads or fanfare, save four balloons in the company’s signature colors of white and green. Still, four people were waiting in line when the doors opened at 5 a.m. The store, which replaced a Wendy’s at 4125 Concord Pike, is the 19th Starbucks in New Castle County. Store Manager Alicia Uebler said it offers two features most local Starbucks don’t – nitro coldbrew iced coffee and a drive-thru window.
WilmU joins forces with Camden County College
WilmU joins forces with Camden County College Wilmington University (WilmU) now offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Camden County College (CCC) campuses in Blackwood and Camden City, NJ. The partnership is designed to give community college students a chance to smoothly transfer into an affordable four-year program.
Southern Delaware Tourism debuts new website plus summer preview
Southern Delaware Tourism today unveiled its new website in preparation for the busy summer season. “We’re really excited about the new site,” said Executive Director Scott Thomas. “Our website had become outdated and needed to be far more visually impactful, more intuitive to navigate, and more user friendly. Our calendar of eventsneeded to be more manageable and responsive as well.
At Long Last, Iron Hill Brewery Arrives in Rehoboth Beach
By Pam George For years, beach residents thirsting for a pint of Iron Hill’s award-winning beer have had to make the trek to Newark, where the restaurant’s flagship location opened in 1996—or, more recently, the Wilmington Riverfront. But no longer. Tonight, Iron Hill Restaurant & Brewery officially opens in Rehoboth Beach—its third location in Delaware and its first in Sussex County.
US gains 223K jobs, unemployment at 18-year low
(AP) — U.S. employers extended a streak of solid hiring in May, adding 223,000 jobs and helping lower the unemployment rate to an 18-year low of 3.8 percent. Average hourly pay rose 2.7 percent from a year earlier, a slightly faster annual rate than in April, the Labor Department reported Friday. But pay growth remains below levels that are typical when the unemployment rate is this low.
Fuel costs up fee to ferry cars between Delaware, New Jersey
Fuel costs up fee to ferry cars between Delaware, New Jersey (AP) — Rising fuel costs will be passed along to those who ferry cars between New Jersey and Delaware next month. News outlets report the Cape May-Lewes Ferry will charge an extra dollar per vehicle trip from June 1 through June 30. The surcharge will operate on a month-to-month basis, fluctuating along with fuel prices.
Specializing pays off for these local businesses
Shattered an heirloom soup tureen? There’s a niche business in Lewes that can put it back together. After all, they restored a bronze bust of Napoleon cast when the emperor was still alive. Dropped a hot pot on your teak kitchen floor? A Newark refinisher may be able to fix the telltale spot without sanding the entire room. Lost the key to your Lexus? A Brandywine Hundred hardware store owner invested more than $3,000 in high-tech equipment to get you back in the driver’s seat.
Nissan and BMW team up with Delmarva Power to drive all-electric vehicle sales
Power supply for electric car charging. Electric car charging station. Close up of the power supply plugged into an electric car being charged. Nissan and BMW are partnering with Delmarva Power to offer customers special incentives to purchase all-electric vehicles. “We are seeing a growing interest from our customers in electric vehicles, clean technology and innovative transportation solutions,” said Gary Stockbridge, Delmarva Power region president.
Bertucci's Italian restaurant seeking buyer amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Bertucci’s, the popular Italian restaurant chain, on Monday filed for voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Under the deal, the buyer would assume all assets and certain liabilities. Right Lane Dough Acquisitions, LLC has stepped up as the stalking horse bidder, a term used for a potential buyer that makes an offer prior to auction. Other buyers could still win the bid.
Defendants in Wilmington Trust fraud trial seek acquittal
Defendants in Wilmington Trust fraud trial seek acquittal (AP) — Defense attorneys in the fraud and conspiracy case against four former executives of Wilmington Trust Corporation are asking a federal judge to acquit them on all charges. In court papers filed Friday, defense attorneys say that after calling almost two dozen witnesses and presenting volumes of exhibits over four weeks, prosecutors have failed to show that the defendants engaged in any conspiracy or wrongdoing.
Delaware Theatre Company crafts shows for jump to Broadway
Executive Director Bud Martin embraces a radical business philosophy for Delaware Theatre Company (DTC). “Live within our means,” he said. “Too often, nonprofits rely on somebody coming through with money, donors, board members.” He also is thinking outside the box to establish a potential revenue stream that’s unusual for a theater of its size: developing shows for Broadway.
Tenon Tours opens new headquarters in Lewes, taps UD students
Tenon Tours opens new headquarters in Lewes, taps UD students Tenon Tours, a tour operator specializing in custom European vacations, has opened a new headquarters in Lewes, Delaware. Founded near Boston, the company has added 12 new jobs in Delaware over the last two years and plans to add five more in the next year. Tenon has worked with the University of Delaware’s Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management program to help students interested in the industry find jobs.
Pot legalization panel holds chaotic final meeting
(AP) — A task force studying issues surrounding marijuana legalization in Delaware voted to release its final report Wednesday in a last, chaotic meeting that left some members questioning the validity of what they were doing and whether the public was being served well. A vote to release the report initially failed, as it had two weeks earlier, amid questions from some panel members about the quantity and quality of the information it contained. But panel co-chair and legalization advocate Rep.
Industry Roundtable: Downstate Delaware Economic Development
Judy Diogo: As Delaware faces growing uncertainty over its budget, are there concerns about eventual impacts to your industries? Bill Andrew: Absolutely. The government needs funding, and a lot of times it’s easier to get funding from a business arena or a business enterprise versus an individual, because a business doesn’t necessarily vote. We’re concerned with any type of tax – that would be gross receipt tax, compliance issues, regulations that come back on – that adds revenue to the state.
Delaware bridge design error to cost taxpayers an extra $1M
Delaware bridge design error to cost taxpayers an extra $1M (AP) — The rebuild of a Delaware bridge expected to be completed last Thanksgiving after initial delays is now expected to extend into March. Delaware Department of Transportation spokesman C.R. McLeod told The News Journal of Wilmington on Monday those delays have added an extra $1 million to Del. 141 bridge’s cost. Mumford and Miller Concrete Inc. planned to begin construction last summer, but delays pushed the start date to fall.
Legacy drives Harris to leadership roles in company and community
By Joyce L. Carroll Special to Delaware Business Times Samantha Diedrick Harris abides by the credo service above self, an example she took from her Rotarian grandfather, a member for 50 years. Today, she is not just a Rotarian, but also the president of the Wilmington chapter. The local chapter is the world’s longest to meet in its original location: the Hotel du Pont. With 35,000 members worldwide, the 200-member chapter is the state’s largest.
DuPont declares regular quarterly dividend on preferred stock
DuPont declares regular quarterly dividend on preferred stock DuPont’s board of directors this week declared regular quarterly dividends of $1.12-1/2 per share on the $4.50 series and $0.87-1/2 cents per share on the $3.50 series preferred stock. Both are payable on April 25, 2015 to stockholders of record.
2018 Family Business Awards Nomination Form
Nominations are open for the 2018 Family-Owned Business Awards! The 2018 Family-Owned Business Awards will honor multi-generational, family-owned businesses in our region for overall excellence, innovation, ethics and philanthropy. This is an excellent opportunity to share an inspiring story of success with others. If you know an exemplary family-owned company, this is your chance to help share that company’s story with a larger audience.
Company to Watch: Nemours Children’s Health System
Any hospital that treats patients from all 50 states and 44 different countries in a single calendar year had better have plenty of office space. It needs room for its research operations to spread out too. For years, that has been something of a problem for Nemours Children’s Health System, even though the nationally renowned care center has risen to 11th nationally in pediatric R&D funding.
Capriotti's opening three new franchises in Delaware
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop has signed franchise agreements for three new stores in Delaware. Local entrepreneurs David Carpenter, Jeff Kaczmarczyk and Penne Finkley will open the stores over the next three years. The chain is known for hand-crafted sandwiches, such as cheese steaks, hot pastrami and coleslaw, and The Bobbie — a hearty combination of turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce.
New report offers 13 recommendations for Coastal Zone advisory group
New report offers 13 recommendations for Coastal Zone advisory group The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has released a report with 13 recommendations on how to establish a regulatory advisory committee overseeing Coastal Zone Conversion Permits. The Consensus Building Institute, a nonprofit expert in government collaboration, prepared the report.
Know how: What are your options after accepting a lump-sum pension?
Kevin Dombrowski I previously wrote about the decision-making process to take a lump sum pension offer or to remain in your company’s pension plan. If you consider taking your company’s lump sum pension offer, there are several investment options available to you depending on your unique situation. Keep the cash.
US economy grew at solid 2.6 percent rate in fourth quarter
(AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a solid rate of 2.6 percent in the final three months of last year, helped by the fastest consumer spending since the spring of 2016 and a big rebound in home construction. The fourth quarter advance in the gross domestic product, the country’s total output of goods and services, followed gains of just above 3 percent in the second and third quarters, the Commerce Department reported Friday.
DuPont named in 2017 top 100 list of global innovators
DuPont named in 2017 top 100 list of global innovators DuPont was named a 2017 Top 100 Global Innovator by Clarivate Analytics for the seventh year in a row. The ranking is based on proprietary data on breakthrough technologies from companies all over the world.
Lawmaker concerned about feds' access to immigrant licenses
Lawmaker concerned about feds’ access to immigrant licenses (AP) — A state lawmaker in Delaware says he’s concerned about the federal government’s access to undocumented residents’ personal information through their drivers’ licenses. The News Journal in Wilmington reported Tuesday that state Sen. Bryan Townsend is worried the Trump administration could improperly use that information as it cracks down on illegal immigration.
Viewpoint: Local projections show marginal increase in jobs prospects
John StaplefordGuest Columnist Over the last decade, including the “Great” Recession, total employment in Delaware has increased at half the rate of total employment throughout the nation, with a lukewarm 0.3 percent compound annual growth rate for Delaware compared to 0.6 percent throughout the U.S. During the recovery, the year-over-year Delaware employment growth rate bounced back to a healthy 2.5 percent.
2018 Economic Forecast: Education
Higher education in Delaware spans two-year art schools, such as the Delaware College of Art and Design, to nationally respected universities, such as the University of Delaware. All colleges in the state are seeing changes coming from within and without, in the form of new student populations, emerging partnerships with outside industries, and the uncertain role of the federal government. We spoke with representatives from a mix of Delaware-based schools to get a sense of what’s ahead.
Delaware labor secretary departs for Delaware State
Delaware labor secretary departs for Delaware State (AP) — A Delaware cabinet member who was a holdover from the previous gubernatorial administration and has gone nearly a year without being renominated or replaced is leaving to take a position at Delaware State University. News outlets report the university announced Thursday that Labor Secretary Patrice Gilliam-Johnson will become its dean of graduate, adult and continuing studies after she leaves the department in February. Former Gov.
Diamond State Management has a plan for Route 13
When Robert Wittig talks about Diamond State Management’s (DSM) new development project on U.S. 13 in New Castle, he is understandably excited. The old Lone Star Steakhouse is gone, replaced by a shopping center that will include the existing Wawa, a new Chipotle, Panda Express and an AT&T store. “It was a piece of ground that was underdeveloped and vacant,” he said. “It was employing no one.
Viewpoint: Tax plan will produce an enormous drop in charitable giving
Guest columnist Stuart Comstock-Gay Getting a few dollars knocked off your tax bill probably isn’t the main reason you give to charity. If you’re like most U.S. taxpayers, you give because you care about the health of children, a clean environment or great arts programming; because a neighbor asked you or because high-quality education is important. You give because you care about the quality of life in your community, and in the world. Still, a little financial incentive certainly doesn’t hurt.
Should holiday gift season include college funding for children?
We are quickly approaching the holiday season. Retailers are getting their displays in order, while online merchants retool their websites and search engine optimization to prepare for the gift-giving frenzy. Children are often on the receiving end, as annual sales for gifts to kids are generally quite robust. The NPD Group estimates that $26.5 billion was spent on toys in 2016. Action figures alone accounted for $1.4 billion in gifts. Think about it — $1.4 billion on plastic people and characters?
Beach officials scrap plan to let property owners vote
Beach officials scrap plan to let property owners vote (AP) — Rehoboth Beach city commissioners have scraped a proposal to allow out-of-town property owners to vote in local elections. The News Journal reports that commissioners tabled the proposal Friday after getting pushback from residents. The draft ordinance would have allowed up to two owners of local limited liability companies to vote in town elections, if they owned at least 50 percent of an LLC that owns property in Rehoboth Beach.
Hagley makes history with exhibit in China
David Cole will enter his sixth year as executive director of the Hagley Museum and Library with a feat not accomplished by any American history museum: an exhibit in the People’s Republic of China. “Spirit of Invention: Nineteenth-Century U.S. Patent Models from the Hagley Museum and Library” will open in April 2018 in what museum officials call a “path-breaking” exhibition in partnership with Tsinghua University in Beijing and the China Association for Science and Technology.
FERC urged to expedite review of transmission line costs
FERC urged to expedite review of transmission line costs (AP) — The governors of Maryland and Delaware are urging the Federal Regulatory Commission to expedite its review of the $278 million Artificial Island transmission line project. Govs. Larry Hogan and John Carney urged FERC on Tuesday to consider alternative cost methodologies presented in June by PJM’s Board of Managers. Under those, Delmarva ratepayers would pay about 7 to 10 percent of the project cost.
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