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 July 6, 2025 — Proper 9" Read the article
We hope you find this new resource helpful as 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
Michelle Hartman, Communications Director Steele Creek, North Carolina, US In any ministry, intentional reflection and assessment are vital to growth. Just like any part of the church body, children’s ministry deserves thoughtful care, clear vision, and regular evaluation. When we take time to audit our ministries, we create space to celebrate strengths, address weaknesses, and … Continue reading "Forming Young Disciples: A Kingdom Investment" Read the article
Discipleship happens best when leaders are equipped with clarity and purpose. This Church Hack offers job descriptions for roles in the Faith Avenue, helping churches nurture intentional mentorship and spiritual formation. Read the full hack here. Read the article
This month we introduce a new series on Jesus’ parables. Jesus often described his kingdom using parables. For each of the next seven issues, we will discuss a different parable. We’ll explore questions like: What does this parable reveal about the kingdom? What does it tell us about the role of the Church in the … Continue reading "The Parable of the Sower" Read the article
By Michelle Hartman, Communications Director Steele Creek, North Carolina, US [In case you missed it, you can read the introduction to this book club here.] Centering Discipleship — Session 1 We’re excited to kick off our Centering Discipleship book club! In this first session, we’ll dive into Chapters 1–4 of E.K. Strawser’s Centering Discipleship, exploring … Continue reading "Centering Discipleship Book Club" Read the article
By Rex dela Peña, National Ministry Team San Roque, Northern Luzon, Philippines In GCI-Philippines, figuring out God’s will is not something we try to do alone. It’s become a real journey we take together — one full of faith, honest talk, and watching where God is already working. We’re learning to move away from relying … Continue reading "Discerning Together" Read the article
One of the greatest blessings for humanity, alongside the incarnational saving work of Jesus Christ, is the pouring of the Holy Spirit on all mankind. Like water on dry land and breath to dry bones, it is the power of the Spirit that brings spiritual regeneration to a dying humanity. The universal presence of the … Continue reading "The Spirit’s Empowering Role" Read the article
GCI is hiring! Two full-time positions are now open at the Grace Communion International (GCI) Home Office in Charlotte, NC, U.S. The Legal Coordinator and Assistant Secretary to Board of Directors position is currently available, and applications are being accepted. See the job description here. The Assistant Operations Coordinator position is currently available, and applications … Continue reading "GCI Jobs Available" 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
