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
Beginning with its founding editor, Ted Johnston, Equipper has been providing sermon summaries for nearly ten years. It is difficult to believe that much time has passed! As with any long-standing practice, it is always a good idea to periodically revisit why this resource was launched in the first place. Here is a reminder of … Continue reading "Sermons: How to Use This Tool" Read the article
Would you like to be part of our ebook club? Michelle Hartman, Communications Director Steele Creek, North Carolina, US Join us this June as we launch a book club through Equipper, focusing on Centering Discipleship by E.K. Strawser. This insightful book challenges us to reimagine discipleship by shifting the focus from programs and strategies to … Continue reading "Join Us—Book Club" Read the article
Be nice to the band. They never get to dance. Tim Sitterley, Elder River Road, Oregon, US Early in my marriage my wife and I, along with a small group of friends, formed a band. We performed an eclectic mix of rock and country, with a heavy Jimmy Buffett vibe. There was never a risk … Continue reading "Formation—Easter" Read the article
Easter Sunday is a powerful time to share the gospel with both your congregation and first-time visitors. To help your church prepare for this season, our Media team has created resources to enhance your worship gatherings and neighborhood outreach: PowerPoint for Holy Week and Pentecost, featuring a Call to Worship, Scripture reading, and reflective quote. … Continue reading "2025 Easter Resources" Read the article
The goal of this Healthy Church Vision study is to support you and your ministry team(s) as you assess the health of your congregation. It will support you as you develop imagination and next steps for cultivating Healthy Church vision and practice. Who is this guide for? The primary audience for this guide is pastors … Continue reading "Healthy Church Vision Curriculum" Read the article
Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube Program Transcript + In this series, we dive into our theme for 2025, Kingdom Culture, with GCI Superintendents from around the globe. Each message will explore how the kingdom transforms our lives as disciples. Listen in as Mike Rasmussen, GCI Superintendent for North … Continue reading "From Wilderness to Resurrection" Read the article
Video unavailable (video not checked). Download/Subscribe Download Audio RSS Feed Apple Podcast Google Podcast Spotify Stitcher Program Transcript + Listen to audio: https://cloud.gci.org/dl/GCPod/GCPod74-McKinnon-MinistryLeadership.mp3 Season 2025 of the GCPodcast is all about our denominational theme Kingdom Culture. This season features insightful conversations with Grace Communion Seminary professors, unpacking how their teachings shape kingdom-focused leaders. In this … Continue reading "Ministry Leadership w/ Lance McKinnon" Read the article
Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for March 30, 2025 — Fourth Sunday in Easter Preparation" Read the article
Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for March 23, 2025 — Third Sunday in Easter Preparation" Read the article
