The Bible Gets a New Modern Twist: First of Three in Series to Simplify Bible Stories

/PRNewswire/ -- Using modern language and phraseology, author Bill Stahl retells the ancient stories of the Bible in his own words in "The Bible's Story of Salvation" (published by iUniverse). He incorporates the contributions of Bible scholars, historic, archaeological, and pertinent scientific data to "make the stories more understandable and to make them come alive, particularly the people of the stories," says Stahl. "They were real people with real lives, having many of the same goals and ambitions, concerns and fears we have today."

"The Bible's Story of Salvation" is the first of a three-volume series from Bill Stahl. It covers the Bible from Genesis through Second Chronicles. For some 21st century readers, it's hard to understand the Bible because the ancient writers were writing for the people of their own time. Many are unfamiliar with the places they speak of and the stories are not always in chronological order. There are numerous inconsistencies and even apparent contradictions in the Bible. Some of what the Bible authors state doesn't square up with historical or archeological records. Usually, to understand the Bible, further study is essential. Bill Stahl has done this further study and researched the Bible scholars' contributions, historical and archeological records, and scientific data to simplify the complexities of the Bible and help modern readers understand its essential message.

"The Bible is the story of the birth and growth of the Hebrew religion (Old Testament) followed by the story of the birth and early development of the Christian religion (New Testament). Looking at it another way, the Bible is the account of the unfolding and execution of God's plan for the salvation of the human race."

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JAARS Receives First Kodiak Aircraft, Improving Access to "Bibleless" Peoples

(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new solution to support Bible translation for people lacking scriptures was turned over to David Reeves, president of JAARS Inc., in Sandpoint, Idaho yesterday. JAARS is the first mission or humanitarian organization to purchase and receive the specialty Kodiak aircraft, securing serial number 008.

JAARS was established in 1948 by Wycliffe Bible Translators co-founder William Cameron Townsend to provide aviation and technology services to support Bible translation. However, the phasing out of aviation grade gasoline (avgas), and an aging fleet of JAARS aircraft, primarily comprised of piston-driven engines, is now affecting Bible translators’ ability to carry out their work. According to Reeves, the new Kodiak aircraft reaffirms the JAARS organization’s aviation leadership and continued focus on service.

“With 2,000 translation programs currently underway worldwide and almost 2,400 languages still needing Bible translations to be started, we looked into the future of aviation for a safe, effective solution to our passengers’ unique transportation requirements,” said Reeves. “The Kodiak is well- poised to meet the challenging needs of the translation community in remote operations.”

The Kodiak, developed by the Quest Aircraft Company of Sandpoint Idaho, is a ten seat aircraft with a turboprop engine capable of short take-offs and landings that uses readily available jet fuel and can carry a 3,100 pound load.

Very few regions of the world have a greater need for safe, reliable, air transportation than the vast island nation of Papua New Guinea north of Australia where Kodiak serial number 008 is headed. This Kodiak will provide access to many of the people who live in Papua New Guinea’s rugged mountains and remote coastal areas.

Wycliffe translators and national coworkers are working in partnership on 190 different language projects in Papua New Guinea. They have completed more than 160 New Bible translation projects, but at least 340 more languages have no Scriptures.

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New Community Men's Bible Study, Fayetteville

A new community-based Men's Bible Study has formed in the Fayetteville area, led by Minister Adrian Lovingood. The study will meet Thursday nights a 7:30 PM at The Branches Community Church. The church is located at 282 Highway 314, Suite B (at the south end of the same building as Belles and Beaus formal wear.) Email: Minster Lovingood or Reverend Downing, phone 404-510-5347. All men of the community are welcomed to attend.

CANA Bishop Installs All Saints Rector

Photo: Bishop David Anderson presents Reverend Michael Fry with the Holy Bible and Book of Common Prayer while instituting him as Priest at All Saints Anglican Church. From left are Senior Warden David Wardell, Anderson, Fry, and Junior Warden Kathy Aspden.

All Saints Anglican Church of Peachtree City officially installed its Rector, Reverend Michael Fry last week. Bishop David Anderson of the Convocation of Anglicans in North America (CANA) led the proceedings.

“It was just a beautiful ceremony,” said parishioner George Press. “A very moving event; I am just glad to be part of it all.”

The rite which is properly known as the Office of Institution involved the passing of the keys to the 303 Kelly Drive church to the priest. Senior Warden David Wardell, the ranking lay member of the parish made the presentation.

Anderson gave Fry a copy of the Holy Bible and the Book of Common Prayer and charged him with following them in performing his duties while leading his congregation. Fry, who was appointed rector last November, then led the parish in Holy Communion.

As one of six Bishops in CANA, Anderson is charged with the spiritual and administrative leadership of all congregations in the southeastern United States. CANA is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia under Bishop Martyn Minns and is affiliated with the Anglican Church of Nigeria.