Scripture engagement leads to knowing God—and lives changed forever. Now more than ever, Americans need to know God’s Word and the hope we have in its transformative message. The State of the Bible is a yearly, in-depth study, asking Americans their opinions and practices relating to the Bible, all made possible by generous supporters like you.
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In Memoriam – Spring 2010
Alan Boardman Given by First Presbyterian Church, IthacaMy mother, Louise V. Flessner, Given by David H. FlessnerHelen M. Hahn, Given by Helen M. and Harry O. Hahn, Fund of the Berks County Community FoundationMy Wife Mary, My Son James and My Daughter Jennifer, Given by Mr. Loren Kendall HarperMy wife, Gloria R. Heiss, Given by William E. HeissRuth Chastain Hulsey,…
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In Memoriam – Winter 2008
My parents, the Reverends William and Mildred Bateman Given by Mrs. Alice HamlinMy sister, Louise Doris Bechlein Given by the trust of Harry E. BechleinMy aunt, Mrs. Myrtle Rosenquist Carmichael Given by Ms. Elaine RosenquistMy father, Jere Lawrence Crook Jr. Given by Senter C. CrookMy mother, Mary W. H. Erickson Given by R. Elizabeth EricksonHelen M. Hahn Given by Berks…
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Labors of Love
Katherine Hsu made contributions to pediatric medicine, and was a champion of the Bible cause. Photo courtesy of Katherine Hsu FoundationThis past September, at age 93, Katherine H.K. Hsu, MD, went home to the Lord. Yet she leaves behind a lifelong legacy of giving to others.Born in Foochow, China, Katherine was the great-granddaughter of Leang Afa, the first Protestant missionary…
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Making an Impact
Rev. Simon Barnes. Photo by David SingerThe Rev. Simon Barnes has served the American Bible Society for more than 14 years. This has taken various forms. Most recently, he led a partnership with Geneva Global Inc., where he helped demonstrate the effectiveness of the Bible Society’s programs in some of the most difficult areas of the world.Drawing on his research…
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In Memoriam – Fall 2009
Alice Ball. Photo by Benjamin Leaman The American Bible Society celebrates the life and mourns the death of Alice Ball, who served with ABS from 1955 through 1988. At retirement she was one of the Bible Societies' top three general secretaries, the first woman to serve in that capacity. Her superb leadership, diligence and life marked a monumental time in…
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In Memoriam – Spring/Summer 2009
Mrs. Oswanna Dickerson Given by Mrs. Nadia T. CavnerJoe DiMarco Given by Fred H. SimonFern Drechsel Given by Irma M. LuchtHelen M. Hahn Given by Berks County Community FoundationMy husband, Max Hartzler Given by Mrs. Phyllis HartzlerMelba Key Given by William P. Key IIMy daughter, Rev. Janet Landwehr Given by Mrs. Jane E. MangoldMy mother, Viola L. Mollman Given by…
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