Young, middle-aged, and old can grow and learn together, blessing our faith forward churches and communities. By Daphne Sydney, Australasia Superintendent One of the greatest joys of attending or visiting one of our GCI congregations is fellowshipping with a mix of ages from the young to the well experienced in years, from infants to octogenarians. … Continue reading "Intergenerational Ministry" Read the article
You might be surprised at how easy it would be to start a connect group. By Mike Rasmussen, North America and Caribbean Superintendent For several years now, my wife Juli has been thinking and talking about hosting a Ladies Wine Night for our neighbors in Surrey Hills. My wife is an introvert and a nurturer, … Continue reading "Fresh Perspective on Connect Groups" Read the article
With our focus on healthy leaders, it’s important to consider three healthy leadership postures for connect group facilitators By Elizabeth Mullins, Love Avenue Champion A healthy church has healthy leaders, multiple connect groups (planned or in place), and healthy group facilitators. A healthy connect group will primarily be rooted in the one square mile around … Continue reading "Facilitator Postures" Read the article
What if you were able to recognize the different voices in your congregation and help equip them for works of service? By Jeff Broadnax, East U.S. Regional Director Worship teams are re-taking the stage. Seating areas are emerging once again and now we get to see what life will be like once we come back … Continue reading "Fitly Framed Together" Read the article
Healthy churches are known for what they are for, not what they are against. Most people know what churches preach against – sin. Depending on the pastor, certain sins are preached on more than other sins. It quickly becomes clear to a new believer that there are all kinds of things God is against, and … Continue reading "Where is the Good News?" Read the article
