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Staff Spotlight: Rhoda Gathoga
This is part of a series of monthly staff spotlights at American Bible Society. We hope you enjoy getting to know our staff members, who are using their gifts to advance the gospel of Jesus Christ around the world. What is your role at American Bible Society? I am currently a regional manager on the First Bible team, serving mainly…
READ MOREShining a Light on the Beacon Sculpture
This summer, locals and tourists in Philadelphia will notice a striking new sculpture on Independence Mall. The Beacon, part of the new Faith and Liberty Discovery Center, rises above the lobby in three graceful ribbons. For guests to the center, the Beacon is an unforgettable first stop on their journey to discovering how biblical values like faith, liberty, and justice…
READ MOREWill You Join the Bible Cause?
This year, American Bible Society marks the 205th anniversary of our founding. We praise God for his faithfulness to us and look forward to continuing in a new century of Bible ministry. On May 11, 1816, delegates at the founding convention of American Bible Society adopted an address to the American people. This message outlined the new organization’s purpose and…
READ MOREWorking Together for the Cause of the Gospel
Today, American Bible Society celebrates the birthday of one of our Founders: Elias Boudinot. A patriot, lawyer, and congressman, Boudinot had a far-reaching influence that has impacted millions of Americans over the past two centuries. However, one of his greatest passions—and what he considered to be his most important mission—was spreading God’s Word around the world. On his 281st birthday,…
READ MOREHow Sign Language Bible Translators Are Making History
In the world of Bible translation, Deaf history is being made every day. National Deaf History Month—celebrated from March 13th to April 15th—was introduced by the National Association of the Deaf in 1997 to celebrate the achievements of people who are Deaf and hard of hearing. This month, American Bible Society highlights the efforts of Sign Language Bible translation teams…
READ MOREPursuing the Unity of God in Today’s Fractured World
The Scriptures paint beautiful images of God’s people from every tribe and nation joining together to worship the living God. Revelation 7 gives us an amazing picture of various cultures, languages, societies, and tribes all blending together in the unity and harmony that comes from being part of God’s family. Before Him, every single person, regardless of ethnicity, race, dialect,…
READ MOREShare Scripture where it’s needed most
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