A well-crafted job description helps a person see where he or she is in the big picture and in what ways he or she can support the vision and mission toward Healthy Church. By Eugene Guzon, Superintendent Asia There is a story you may have heard about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. … Continue reading "The Value of Ministry Job Descriptions" Read the article
Teaching the joy of spiritual practices. If you are anything like me, you have heard some interesting teaching on the spiritual disciplines. One preacher taught that all Christians had to pray for one hour on their knees every morning to have an acceptable devotional life. To this person, prayer was a transaction — we give … Continue reading "Finding Rest for Their Souls" Read the article
Small shifts can lead to revolutionary results. By Michelle Fleming, Communications Director A New Year is often an opportunity to develop new habits and make changes to improve quality of life. By the end of January, 64% of people who have made resolutions are successful in maintaining their intended changes. For a variety of reasons, … Continue reading "Strategies Aiding Congregational Growth" Read the article
The beauty of place-sharing is that it gives us hope that we’re not alone. By Elizabeth Mullins, GCI Publications Coordinator (Note from author: This story mentions the sensitive topic of suicide.) I have wonderful friends and family invested in place-sharing. Most of the place-sharing I’ve experienced takes place in established relationships. However, one of the most … Continue reading "Place-sharers Are Hopeful" Read the article
Faith, hope and love keep our focus where it should be – on Jesus. By Bob Regazzoli, Pastor, Australia Editor’s note: When I was a pastor, I was intrigued with the words “inward, upward, and outward” to describe our calling and mission. Others used “belong, believe, become,” to help their congregation understand their mission and … Continue reading "Whose Acts?" Read the article
Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGe6bENKFlY Program Transcript Speaking of Life 5018 | Two Kinds of People in the World Greg Williams Have you ever heard someone say, “There are two kinds of … Continue reading "Sermon for March 26, 2023 – Fifth Sunday of Easter Preparation" Read the article
Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwvue532hkI Program Transcript Speaking of Life 5017 | He Sees the Heart Jeff Broadnax I once saw someone wearing a t-shirt that said, “I don’t know why judges … Continue reading "Sermon for March 19, 2023 – Fourth Sunday of Easter Preparation" Read the article
Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvFh7fJMtfs Program Transcript Speaking of Life 5016 | Busy Work Greg Williams Have you ever been assigned “busy work?” I despise doing “busy work?” It’s the type of … Continue reading "Sermon for March 12, 2023 – Third Sunday of Easter Preparation" Read the article
Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONSHPzH-tBA Program Transcript Speaking of Life 5015 | Blessed to Be a Blessing Cara Garrity There is a popular old hymn called “Count Your Blessings”. The chorus simply … Continue reading "Sermon for March 5, 2023 – Second Sunday of Easter Preparation" Read the article
Worship is our response inside of Christ’s perfect response. During our Sunday services we intentionally prepare for an inspirational worship gathering. In our Hope Avenue Toolkit we recommend planning the themes of your worship gatherings around the seasons of the worship calendar – by doing this we are formed as remember and participate in the meaning … Continue reading "GCI Easter Preparation Playlist" Read the article
