It should be noted that in addition to the organizations listed, many missionaries from Brethren churches serve as missionaries with other evangelistic ministries.

GPH is also a book retailer (2 stores) and wholesaler. It also houses Rally Supplies and Missionary Services (NZ). A semiannual publication of the faculty and alumni of Emmaus Bible College devoted to the exposition of the Bible, biblical doctrines, and practical issues from a biblical perspective. Volume 5, Number 1 is currently available. Subscription rates: One year, $7 in U.S. or $10 in Canada (Canadian funds). Other foreign countries, $10 per year in U.S. funds.

Publishes books, tracts and several magazines, as well as the Choice Gleanings calendar of daily readings Specializes in booklets written in a simplified style of English. Extensive distribution of missionary literature.

The Discipleship Intern Training Program is no longer running. However, it is being replaced by the Fairhaven Leadership Training Program. Contact Fairhaven Bible Chapel (http://www.fbc-sl.org) for more information. Offers 4 year degrees. Extensive selection of popular level correspondence courses in a number of languages

This question is beyond the scope of this FAQ. Some of the books mentioned in Section 17 of this FAQ will answer this question. In short, during the first part of the 1800's, some Christians began to feel uncomfortable about denominationalism, a clerical hierarchy and certain "compromises" creeping into their churches. They resolved to simply read their Bibles and to try to gather in the same simple manner as Christians did in the New Testament.

There is really no way of knowing. Most large cities in North America have a "Brethren Assembly" and some small towns have several. At some point the dividing line between "Brethren Assembly" and "Independent Bible Church" gets blurred. An address book has been published by Walterick which lists 195 assemblies in the Canadian province of Ontario (population 9 million). I haven't bothered counting for all of North America.

This FAQ uses the term "Brethren" or "Plymouth Brethren" in the sectarian manner of many. However, most people inside these assemblies simply prefer to be called Christians. We feel that titles and denominationalism divides true Christians, is forbidden in 1 Corinthians 1:12, and is probably not all that accurate anyway (as for me, I am an Ottawa brother who has never been to Plymouth 8-) ). A more recent development is the use of the name Christian Brethren.

A number of doctrines and positions generally characterize the "Brethren". Again, this should not be taken as applying to every "Brethren" church or every individual who fellowships in one of these churches. Very briefly stated, the doctrines and positions are: no salaried ministry. Gifted brothers minister as they are able. Gifted sisters will often minister among each other at ladies Bible studies, conferences, etc.

Anderson, Sir Robert - Scotland Yard detective and writer. Anderson was associated at various times and various ways with the "Brethren" Brenton, Sir Lancelot - translator of what is probably the most widely available Greek-English edition of the LXX. Bruce, F.F. - Bible commentator and former editor of the New International Commentary on the New Testament series. Darby, John Nelson - inaccurately referred to as the founder of the "Plymouth Brethren".

A wide variety of hymnbooks may be used in different assemblies. However, a number of hymnbooks are in common use: Hymns of Worship and Remembrance, Hymns of Truth and Praise, and Choice Hymns of the Faith were originally published by "Gospel Perpetuating Fund/Publishers -Fort Dodge, Iowa - USA" NOW they are published by "Truth and Praise Publishers - 201 Schlief Drive - Belle Chasse, LA. (Louisiana) - USA".

Again, there is no way to know. It has been estimated that 1% of the total number of individuals in fellowship in "Brethren" churches are on the mission field. By 20th century standards, this is in excess of almost every denomination (although by 1st century standards I suspect this is rather poor). The book Operation World says that the Brethren churches in Canada, USA, UK, Australia and New Zealand together have 1223 missionaries.

The Breaking of Bread is our communion service. It is usually about 1 hour in length and is usually held Sunday morning or evening. It is unstructured and non-liturgical. Brothers will rise to their feet to pray, suggest a hymn, or read and expound upon a passage of Scripture. The purpose is worship, not teaching or exhortation, and most comments will address some aspect of the person and work of Jesus Christ. Often, a theme will develop.

The "Open Brethren" churches are completely independent. Each church will have a number of Elders who meet the qualifications set forth in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. From time to time, they will ask additional men who meet these qualifications to join them. Deacons may be appointed, but they have no governmental role. Teaching responsibilities fall upon all brothers who are gifted, and gifted sisters will often minister at ladies meetings, ladies conferences, etc.

Most other cryonics organizations are educational or regional − such as the Cryonics Society of Canada, the Japanese Cryonics Association, etc. For a comprehensive list of cryonics organizations (with links) see the DMOZ Open Directory Project .

In addition to the professional, technical, or trade organizations listed elsewhere below. There are a number of organizations which can be of use:

For complete information on becoming a PAOC missionary visit the Missions section on the website of the International Office of the PAOC at www.paoc.org or you can email the World Missions Division at the International PAOC office at wmd@paoc.org.

In 1996, the AKC board of directors announced plans to remove all health and genetic information from the official AKC registration and to include it along with PennHIP information in the newly conceived "Information and Health Database". We have recently learned (July 1998) that the AKC plans to re-energize this initiative. We anxiously await progress from the AKC on this very important issue.

The Paleontological Society is a North American society of paleontologists that publishes the journals Paleobiology and Journal of Paleontology. Although geared towards professionals, The Paleontological Society also includes amateur members. The Palaeontological Association is the primary paleontological society based in Britain. It publishes the journal Palaeontology and the Palaeontology Newsletter.

Information Technology is responsible for overall IT planning. The Information Security Officer oversees policy and risk assessment. Audit and Management Review provides audit reports on the security of our technology environment to senior management. Various Information Technology operating areas are responsible for ongoing operational and system administration issues as well as researching, developing, and implementing security related procedures and products.

The Missouri Speech-Langauge Hearing Association (MSHA) and the Kansas Speech-Language Hearing Association (KSHA).