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Christian Chronicle

‘This is what the Lord made me for’

‘This is what the Lord made me for,’ says national motocross champion Trey Canard (reporting from Shawnee, Okla.). Currents. SHAWNEE, Okla. – Out of his racing uniform, Trey Canard seems an unassuming presence, especially for someone known for performing high-speed, bone-jarring exploits in front of 30,000 to 60,000 fans. However, the toughness and quiet confidence of the 5-foot-6, 150-pound Canard shine through as he reflects on … Continue reading ‘This is what the Lord made me for’

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Christian Chronicle

The Rookie, Part 2: Jim Morris’ life takes more extraordinary turns

THE ROOKIE, PART 2: After the movie about his life, Jim Morris’ journey takes more extraordinary turns (reporting from Abilene, Texas). Page 1. First Place, Interview, Associated Church Press By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle ABILENE, Texas — Go play catch with Jim Morris. The Jim Morris, that is. The one whose real-life story Dennis Quaid portrayed in the 2002 Disney feature film “The Rookie.” … Continue reading The Rookie, Part 2: Jim Morris’ life takes more extraordinary turns

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Christian Chronicle

Pepperdine aims to renew, refresh a cappella singing

Pepperdine aims to renew, refresh a cappella singing (reporting from Malibu, Calif.). Second Front. MALIBU, Calif. – This sun-drenched city on the Pacific coastline is known for sandy beaches, surfboards and stargazing — Hollywood style. It was singing, though, that drew an estimated 500 music composers, choral directors, choir members, biblical scholars and ordinary church members to Pepperdine University for a recent four-day conference. “The Ascending … Continue reading Pepperdine aims to renew, refresh a cappella singing

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Christian Chronicle

A cappella at the Apollo: Gospel preached at historic theater

A cappella at the Apollo: Gospel preached at historic theater (reporting from New York). Page 1 lead. Harlem minister sees need to bring races together (reporting from New York). Inside Story. Lead me to Calgary: One church’s passion for saving Canada’s lost souls (reporting from Calgary, Alberta). Currents. Christian universities break enrollment records. National. Continue reading A cappella at the Apollo: Gospel preached at historic theater

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Associated Press

Fans mourn slain guitarist at memorial service

The Associated Press State & Local Wire December 15, 2004, Wednesday, BC cycle Fans mourn slain guitarist at memorial service BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 677 words DATELINE: ARLINGTON, Texas The smoke was thick, the music loud. The rum and the bourbon flowed, and so did the tears. Guitar-shaped funeral wreaths lined the stage as thousands of … Continue reading Fans mourn slain guitarist at memorial service

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Associated Press

Dallas film festival aims to get it right – right-wing, that is

The Associated Press September 10, 2004, Friday, BC cycle Dallas film festival aims to get it right – right-wing, that is BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Entertainment News LENGTH: 828 words DATELINE: DALLAS A new film festival promises plenty of election-year intrigue, from allegations of political deceit leading up to the Sept. 11 attacks to explanations of the “real reasons” America … Continue reading Dallas film festival aims to get it right – right-wing, that is

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Associated Press

Holy smoke! Christian Comedy Night catches on

The Associated Press State & Local Wire April 24, 2004, Saturday, BC cycle Holy smoke! Christian Comedy Night catches on BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., AP Religion Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 868 words DATELINE: ADDISON, Texas “Any Billy Graham fans here?” Al Fike grins slyly as he baits a Tuesday night crowd at the Improv comedy club. “Woo-hoo!” a few in the audience … Continue reading Holy smoke! Christian Comedy Night catches on

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Washington Post

Thousands flock to Mel Gibson’s ‘Passion of the Christ’

This story appeared in The Washington Post and in newspapers across the nation. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Associated Press PLANO, Texas — The people streaming out of the movie theater looked as if they’d just attended a wake — and many said they felt as if they had. Red eyes and muffled crying were common as Christians and the merely curious flocked to … Continue reading Thousands flock to Mel Gibson’s ‘Passion of the Christ’

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Associated Press

Opening of Gibson’s ‘Passion’ draws crowds

Opening of Gibson’s ‘Passion’ draws crowds BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Entertainment LENGTH: 961 words DATELINE: PLANO, Texas The people streaming out of the movie theater looked as if they’d just attended a wake – and many said they felt as if they had. Red eyes and muffled crying were common as Christians and the merely curious flocked to theaters nationwide … Continue reading Opening of Gibson’s ‘Passion’ draws crowds

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