We are called to participate in building the kingdom, not building barns or banks. By Glen A Weber, U.S. Central Regional Support Team I grew up on a wheat farm in southeast Wyoming. Every fall we would plant the winter wheat, pray for good weather, and harvest the crop in mid-summer. I remember driving the … Continue reading "We Have a Beautiful Barn!" Read the article
The Word was willing to get into the neighbourhood where we live. By Bill Hall, National Director, Canada In the opening of the Gospel of John we get a different – many would say much bigger – view of Jesus and the Incarnation as opposed to the birth narratives found in Luke and Matthew. The … Continue reading "God Moved into The Neighbourhood" Read the article
Healthy leaders strive to be a blessing and not a burden to those they are called to lead and serve. By Pastor Bob Regazzoli, Australia We are likely familiar with the story in Exodus when Pharoah rejected Moses’ word from the Lord and made more demands from the captive Israelites. That same day Pharaoh gave … Continue reading "Ministry is Not Hurry, Worry and Flurry" Read the article
Listen to Anthony Mullins as he shares how he experienced Christ through place-sharing. Listen to Elizabeth Mullins as she talks about how she has experienced place-sharing and how we can place-share in our circles. Tune in as Cara Garrity talks with Elizabeth Mullins, Tamar Gray, and Dishon Mills. Together they discuss how place-sharing has been … Continue reading "Place-sharing Testimonials & Panel" Read the article
QR Codes can help streamline the process of both giving and receiving information. In this month’s Church Hack, we will share a few examples of how churches can benefit from QR Codes, including ways to enhance neighborhood engagement, portions of your worship gathering, and many other aspects of your church life. They are a cost-effective … Continue reading "Church Hack – QR Codes" Read the article
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on … Continue reading "Spiritual Practices for the Season of Christmas and Epiphany" Read the article
Recognizing we are all products of the Fall keeps us focused on love, rather than judgment. By Bill Hall, National Director, Canada Without a doubt we live in very trying times. As Christians and for Canadians (you can add your nationality) in general, we face an onslaught of what I would call “change.” And much … Continue reading "What to Do?" Read the article
The gifts of the Magi not only had significance, but they were also part of God’s provision for Joseph, Mary and Jesus. By Daphne Sydney, Superintendent Australasia The Gospel of Matthew is the only Gospel which contains the intriguing account of the Magi or “Wise Men” coming from the east to honour the birth of … Continue reading "The Gifts of the Magi" Read the article
Check out part one of our bonus video episodes of the GC Podcast with author and church planter, Jon Ritner. In 2023 we will be sharing content around the process of discipling and developing our ministry workers, and our hope is that these episodes will lay the foundation for our denominational focus next year. Jon … Continue reading "Missional Discipleship w/ Jon Ritner Part 1 & 2" Read the article
Advent is a season of waiting. But not like waiting in line at the grocery store or waiting for a test result. It is not a passive waiting but an active waiting, like a toddler being picked up from daycare or an airport reunion with a loved one. We are waiting with anticipation – with … Continue reading "Church Hack: Advent" Read the article
