The Berean course scored 97 points out of a possible 100. Assemblies of God History and Polity is a requirement for associate of arts students in the Ministerial Studies program. However, the course benefits anyone wanting to gain a fundamental knowledge of the movement's heritage and policies. Berean's editorial staff edited, formatted, and prepared the course's study guide to accompany the texts. McNew has been an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God since 1981.
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The course awards were presented during the conference on Jan. 8, 1999.