This week we’re sharing a Speaking of Life message from our archive as a supplemental resource. We encourage you to use this for reflection and preparation, or small group discussion. For your worship gathering, consider how a call to worship from a local voice or contextualized introduction to the theme might serve your congregation well. … Continue reading "Sermon for November 9, 2025 — Proper 27" Read the article
Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoQxVeJ4gsY Program Transcript Living in Hope and Faithfulness: 2 Thessalonians There’s a tension every traveler knows when your plane is delayed, your train is late, or your ride hasn’t yet arrived. You stand … Continue reading "Sermon for November 2, 2025 — Proper 26" Read the article
The Denominational Celebration will be held in Dallas, Texas, U.S. on July 23-26, 2026. Kingdom Living is participatory, relational, and missional. Jesus said, “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” As citizens of the kingdom and co-laborers with Christ, we are sent into the world to reflect his light. Kingdom Living requires … Continue reading "2026 Denominational Celebration" Read the article
In January we introduced a new resource to help you prepare for the time of giving and taking communion in your Hope Avenue. These are meaningful formational practices that we can plan with care and intentionality. How to Use This Resource An outline is provided for you to use as a guide, followed by a … Continue reading "Offering and Communion Starters" Read the article
What if your most powerful ministry this month was simply showing up? Place-sharing reminds us: Jesus shared our place, and we’re invited to do the same. Learn more with our Place-sharing Hack. Read the article
From skateboards to service, young hearts are captured by the joy of Jesus’ kingdom. The following article was adapted from an archived youth resource. A cartoon episode depicted a typical conversation between a father and his son: Dad says, “Bobby, I want you to go to youth group.” Bobby responds, “Dad, I don’t want to … Continue reading "Creating a Biblical Group Image" Read the article
Communion is a sacrament that takes on special meaning during Advent. By Bharat Naker, Pastor Carina and Logan, Queensland, AU At age 16, leaving my forebears’ faith, I was drawn strongly to Christ. I was especially excited about his second coming. Looking back 50 years, it certainly has been an adventure! Adventure’s etymology is rooted … Continue reading "Formation—ADVENTurous Celebrations" Read the article
Good stewardship is Kingdom Culture. By Rose Hamrick, CFO Steele Creek, North Carolina, US Effective financial stewardship is essential for the spiritual and operational success of churches. A well-planned budget not only promotes financial stability but also allows a church to fully embrace its divinely appointed mission of making disciples. Within Kingdom Culture, adhering to … Continue reading "Effective Financial Stewardship" Read the article
Multiply the joy of giving through year-end offerings. By Karl Reinagal, Pastor Ferguson, Missouri, US Since 2013, GC Ferguson in Missouri has conducted a special offering at the end of the year which longtime members look forward to with joy. Here are some of the best practices we have found useful. Set a goal: A … Continue reading "Year-end Giving" Read the article
The kingdom of God is our true treasure. By Paulina Salinas, MTC Coordinator and Pastor Bogota, Colombia The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. Matthew 13:44 NIV … Continue reading "The Parable of Hidden Treasure" Read the article
