This past week I (finally) received a copy of Reformation Review, a new Church of God publication of Reformation Publishers. The first issue actually came out in September, but because of moving this year I never received it (Thanks to Wayne Warner for getting me a copy!). Normally it is being sent to each pastor in North America.
[CORRECTION 10/31/07 - Originally I indicated here that RR is a reincarnation of Reformation Witness. I have learned that this is incorrect. The latter will continue to publish. Some of the following content is also modified to reflect this new information.]
Review is billed as “a grassroots publication of the Church of God”. It certainly appears to be fairly diverse and definitely is not an “Anderson” product. The premiere issue features a wide range of writings, including a controversial article by Jerry Hickson that continues his message that the Church of God does not really fit into mainstream Evangelicalism. An article from an outside author, Dr. Larry Smith, is also included and worth reading.
The impetus for this publication comes out of the frustration over the recent demise of our official publication, ONEvoice. Reformation Review is trying to fill a niche that many feel has been neglected, that is doctrinal writing. The format is unique for us, printed now in a digest size. The overall appearance is a step up from Reformation Witness, but, in my opinion, still is lacking in layout and design quality.
It will be interesting to watch the development of this new periodical and its acceptance across our movement. I understand that the next issue includes some material from one of my blog postings. Hopefully, that doesn’t kill it!
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I've read about this on ChogTalk, where it was explained that every Church of God pastor and/or congregation would receive this... I'm still looking it.
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