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David Weldon: Dr. Danny McCain is the founder and international director at large of International Institute for Christian Studies…

On the recordJanuary 24, 1996
Dr. Danny McCain is the founder and international director at large of International Institute for Christian Studies [IICS]. This organization develops and enhances academic Christian studies programs in public universities in 10 countries including Nigeria, Russia, Ukraine, and China. In university classrooms that just 5 years ago were devoted to the teaching of atheism, IICS professors have been invited to teach about the moral foundations of society which Christianity provides. During the past year, Dr. McCain has taught over 300 West African teachers who daily teach religious and moral education in the public schools. At a recent seminar, the commissioner for education said, 'Our country is in trouble; most of our troubles are related to morals; morals are derived from religion. Moral and religious education is essential for our Nation's survival.' I am sure we could learn much about the source of moral values from these developing nations. Dr. McCain currently serves as a senior lecturer in the University of Jos, Nigeria, where he and his family have lived for the past 7 years. It is a pleasure to have him as our guest chaplain today.
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David Weldon
Republican · Florida

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Highlighting the work of Dr. Danny McCain and the importance of moral education in developing nations.

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