May hope allow us to dream. By Dishon Mills, Pastor, Steele Creek, North Carolina, U.S. In my office, in front of my desk, there is a fig tree sapling. With my mother’s blessing, I took it from the base of the fig tree in her backyard. I carefully dug it up and wrapped its roots … Continue reading "Pastor Dishon’s Farewell—A Little Green Bud" Read the article
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We create sacred spaces to experience the living Christ as a community, being formed into the image of Christ together. By Justine Paolo “Jep” Parcasio, Associate Pastor, Baguio, Luzon, Philippines For the past ten years, Grace Communion Baguio has been journeying into the life and ministry of Jesus throughout the year. We do this by … Continue reading "Formation—Celebrating Epiphany Together" Read the article
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Coaching can draw out potential through awareness that becomes action. By Cara Garrity, Development Coordinator, Lynn, Massachusetts, U.S. This year our theme has been “Faith, Hope, and Love Integrated.” Throughout the year, we have explored a variety of tools that support our development of Healthy Church rhythms and integration of the ministry Avenues. What role … Continue reading "Coaching" Read the article
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Here are the top 10 GCI resources from 2024. They are timeless resources that you may want to bookmark so you can refer to them all year. Art of Mentoring — This series, released this year, explores how mentoring relationships foster growth and leadership development across generations. This resource is a timely revisit for leaders … Continue reading "In Case You Missed It" Read the article
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Sharing a few things from 45+ years in ministry. By Rick Shallenberger, Editor I will retire in mid-January, and as I look back at my 45+ years in ministry leadership, which includes 40 years of full-time employment with GCI, I am amazed at the opportunities and blessings God has invited me to participate in. I’ve … Continue reading "The Blessing of Looking Back" Read the article
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Speaking Of Life 4005 | Just Like Mom Used to Make Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Have you ever experienced having a loved one bring you gifts or goodies that remind you of the warmth of home? … Continue reading "Sermon for December 29, 2024 – First Sunday after Christmas" Read the article
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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=bmQueEjAxes Program Transcript Christmas Eve—God’s Glory Brings Great Joy Today, we gather to celebrate one of the most beautiful moments in human history—the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior. The glory of God … Continue reading "Sermon for December 24, 2024 – Nativity of Our Lord" Read the article
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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=KGBAHCkQprk Program Transcript Advent—He Was, He Is, He Will Be In the beauty of the incarnation, we witness the depth of God’s love. Jesus, born into our world, took on our humanity, placing … Continue reading "Sermon for December 22, 2024 – Fourth Sunday of Advent" Read the article
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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=AFuzikIszJQ Program Transcript Advent—Rejoice! The One Who Comes is Our Salvation As we enter the third week of Advent, we are invited to pause and reflect on the deep joy that comes with … Continue reading "Sermon for December 15, 2024 – Third Sunday of Advent" Read the article
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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=koCe_FeHbKo Program Transcript Advent—Prepare the Way As we enter the second week of Advent, we continue our journey of preparation. This season, we are called not only to prepare our own hearts but … Continue reading "Sermon for December 8, 2024 – Second Sunday of Advent" Read the article
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