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Dan Van Veen
Dan Van Veen is news editor of AG News. Prior to transitioning to AG News in 2001, Van Veen served as managing editor of AG U.S. Missions American Horizon magazine for five years. He attends Central Assembly of God in Springfield, Missouri, where he and his wife, Lori, teach preschool Sunday School and 4- and 5-year-old Rainbows boys and girls on Wednesdays.
Fire Destroys First Assembly in Newton, Texas
The day before Easter, a fire swept through First Assembly of God in Newton, Texas, leaving the building in ashes.
May 05, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Churches Encouraged to Celebrate Seniors During Month of May
AG Senior Adult Ministries Director Bob Cook urges churches to acknowledge the significant contributions of their senior adults and recognize their vital role in the the church's overall health.
Apr 23, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Wyoming Ministry Network Elects Nicole Heidt as Superintendent
Nicole Heidt becomes the first women in the history of the Assemblies of God to be elected as superintendent of a district or network.
Apr 11, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
AG Church Gives Hope to Flood-Ravaged West Virginians
Jolo Family Worship Center may not be considered large by some standards, but God is using the church to reach West Virginians in McDowell County in a big way.
Apr 10, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
New BGMC Trading Cards Game Combines Fun with Missions Inspiration
As kids collect cards, play the game, and learn more about real-life missions and missionaries, they also raise up prayers on behalf of missionaries and ministries.
Apr 09, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Des Arc Church Destroyed, But Compassion Prevails
Des Arc Assembly of God had its sanctuary destroyed by a weekend tornado, but like many other church congregations, their compassion is directed to the community.
Mar 19, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Coins for Kids Reaches Record Million-Dollar Mark
Through a partnership with This Girl Project, the 2024 Coins for Kids giving reached $1 million for the first time -- more than doubling the previous Coins for Kids giving record.
Mar 17, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Veteran World Missionary Fulfilling New Calling as Chaplain Along U.S. – Mexico Border
God has given Mike McGee, a 35-year veteran missionary to Mexico, a new assignment in Texas ministering to Border Patrol agents and officers along the U.S. – Mexico border.
Mar 13, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
Illinois Church Sees the Image of God in People with Special Needs
Calvary Church in Naperville, Illinois, believes God created everyone in His image for a purpose — including those individuals with special needs.
Feb 17, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
AG Women Capping 100th Anniversary Celebration with General Council Luncheon
AG Women has plenty to celebrate this year — its 100th anniversary, breaking $1 million in giving for Light the Way, and its new "Audacious Faith" theme.
Feb 11, 2025 , By Dan Van Veen
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