Through the nativity story and beyond, we celebrate Jesus as God’s light and presence among us. By Daphne Sidney, Superintendent of Australasia Growing up in a family of nine children, Christmas was one of our most anticipated and happiest seasons. We relished the lamb roast, desserts, and other goodies that were unaffordable the rest of … Continue reading "The Wonders of CHRISTmas" Read the article
What does it mean to be an under-shepherd under the “good shepherd”? By Danny Zachariah, Superintendent, Asia The indelible image of Christ washing the feet of the disciples is a powerful reminder that we are to be servant leaders to our congregations. We learn this by following the example of our good shepherd who set … Continue reading "Under-shepherd of Christ" Read the article
Do we trust that God can and will grow the spiritual seeds we plant? By Gavin Henderson, Superintendent, Europe British people are renowned for talking about the weather. I think part of the reason for this is how mercurial the weather can be in the United Kingdom. One moment it can be warm and sunny, … Continue reading "Spring is Coming" Read the article
The healthy church path we are on is lit by the light of the world, who is a lamp to our feet and path. By Kalengule Kaoma, Superintendent, Africa The August 2024 golden Jubilee celebrations in Grace Communion International (GCI) in Accra, Ghana, have lately occupied my mind. Fifty years of living and sharing the … Continue reading "Healthy Church Elements" Read the article
A retreat is one of the most effective means of building a team.. By Micheal Rasmussen, Superintendent, North America and Caribbean I discovered the power of retreats a little more than 20 years ago when I was invited by our now president, Greg Williams, to join him at a retreat to discuss moving from a … Continue reading "The Power of Retreats" Read the article
A visionary leader articulates and applies future thinking in ways that engages and motivates others. By Heber Ticas, Superintendent of Latin America You may remember God’s calling on the life of Nehemiah. Nehemiah was called from the palatial life of being King Artaxerxes’ cupbearer to his turbulent ancestry city of Jerusalem. His mission was to … Continue reading "Nehemiah: A Visionary, Missional, and Strategic Leader" Read the article
In that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you. John 14:20 ESV I spent most of my life praying for Jesus to return and ignoring the truth that he already did in a very real way. Now before you think I’m changing doctrine, please … Continue reading "Pentecost – Jesus’ First Return" Read the article
The Ascension signaled the end of one ministry, and the beginning of another. The disciples had been through a lot; they had seen the good, the bad and the ugly of Jesus’ time on earth. They had seen many miracles – water into wine, healings, thousands fed from a boy’s lunch, demons exorcised, storms halted … Continue reading "Jesus’ New Ministry" Read the article
Celebrating the resurrection is much, much more than a day. After completing 40 days in preparation for Jesus’ resurrection, the church fathers set aside 50 days to celebrate that resurrection. Why 50 days? For a number of reasons, including these listed below. It was 50 days later when the Holy Spirit was poured out on … Continue reading "Easter Jubilee" Read the article
The Easter prep (Lent) season, which begins on Ash Wednesday and continues until Holy Saturday, is full of meaning for us. On Wednesday, February 14, millions of our brothers and sisters around the globe will have a bit of ash on their foreheads in the form of a cross. Though our denomination doesn’t observe this … Continue reading "Easter Preparation" Read the article
