Sermon for June 8, 2025 — Pentecost

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=44kYtbqovqc Program Transcript Pentecost—Holy Spirit, Promise Fulfilled The Church is often compared to a body — living, dynamic, interconnected, and filled with life. But it is also like a flame, ignited by the … Continue reading "Sermon for June 8, 2025 — Pentecost" Read the article

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Offering and Communion Starters

At the beginning of the year, 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 … Continue reading "Offering and Communion Starters" Read the article

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Guiding Hearts and Minds

Selina Sravanthi, Sunday School and Youth Coordinator Hyderabad, Telangana, India Youth camps at our church are instrumental in engaging young people and children in ministry, offering transformative experiences. The young people of our congregation (ages 6-16) invite their friends from the neighborhood to join them at camp. Alongside exciting activities, these camps provide opportunities for … Continue reading "Guiding Hearts and Minds" Read the article

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Formation—Reading Scripture Together

By Matt Royal, Church Plant Team Durham, North Carolina, U.S. Ordinary Time is the season in which we practice this resurrection life we’ve been given by the resurrected Jesus. Through the Spirit, Jesus is personally discipling us. Jesus has not left us as orphans. He participates in our formation as we attend to his presence. … Continue reading "Formation—Reading Scripture Together" Read the article

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Advisory Councils in Kingdom Culture

By Rose Hamrick, CFO Steele Creek, North Carolina, U.S. Throughout the year, you will hear the theme of Kingdom Culture. Godly counsel is an integral part of Kingdom Culture. The church’s practical application of living this out is through advisory councils, an essential part of a healthy church. Importance and Value The importance of seeking … Continue reading "Advisory Councils in Kingdom Culture" Read the article

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The 5 Ds of Church Renewal: A Practical Guide

Leading a congregation through renewal requires spiritual attentiveness, courageous leadership, and intentional planning. This infographic presents the “5 Ds of Church Renewal” — Disruption, Discovery, Death, Design, and Deployment — as a practical and theological tool for pastors and leadership teams engaging in strategic planning. Each phase offers guiding principles and reflection questions to help … Continue reading "The 5 Ds of Church Renewal: A Practical Guide" Read the article

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Built by Christ, Led by the Spirit

Built by Christ, Led by the Spirit | May 2025 Watch Listen 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 … Continue reading "Built by Christ, Led by the Spirit" Read the article

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GCI Jobs Available

GCI is hiring! Four full-time positions are now open in Grace Communion International (GCI): three Home Office positions in Charlotte, NC, U.S. and one position with GCI Canada. New! We are currently taking applications for the role of President (National Director) GCI Canada. For full details, job description, and application process, click here. Applications should … Continue reading "GCI Jobs Available" Read the article

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