In relationship with our Triune God and in community with one other, we engage in our neighborhoods shining the light and sharing the love of Christ. It is not our own goodness that shapes our motivations and behavior, but we are compelled by the love of Christ and empowered by the Spirit to live differently … Continue reading "Church Hack: Missional Living" Read the article
Do Healthy Church initiatives even apply to small congregations and fellowship groups? By Tim Sitterley, US Regional Director West, and Dan Rogers, Pastor, Las Vegas, NV Over the years I’ve learned that it is way too easy, when presenting new concepts and ideas, to talk all around the real questions. It’s also easy to presume … Continue reading "The Parable of the Cruise Line" Read the article
“If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin Equipper Team: Part of a pastor’s job description is to put together an annual Ministry Action Plan (MAP) for the congregation. A leader of a healthy church will ask the Avenue Champions to also put together MAPs for their area of responsibility. Not … Continue reading "Ministry Action Plans (MAPs)" Read the article
Jesus came to share in our place, and he invites us to place share in our church neighborhood. By Sam Butler, Pastor, Grand Rapids, Michigan As believers, we are called to participate in the ongoing mission of Jesus Christ. Jesus is actively involved in mission, and he invites us to participate – as congregations and … Continue reading "Bearing Fruit with Jesus" Read the article
The ability to worship together through online services is a blessing that allows us to share the good news of Jesus beyond the walls of our building. We know that the Sunday service is just one aspect of church life and discipleship. Download this month’s GCI Church Hack, which shares the why and how of … Continue reading "Church Hack: Digital Connect Cards" Read the article
May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. (2 Corinthians 13:13) By Bob Regazzoli, Pastor, Australia This scripture listed above is found in Paul’s last letter to the believers in Corinth and is often used as a benediction – … Continue reading "The Trinitarian Blessing" Read the article
By Bill Hall, National Director of Canada Coming just after the Christmas season, Epiphany is the next major observance in the Christian calendar. It comes from the Latin word meaning manifestation or shining forth. It is interesting to me that the very term “epiphany” has become a part of our day-to-day language. The Merriam-Webster dictionary … Continue reading "Epiphany: The season of Manifestation" Read the article
The Love Avenue of a Healthy Church is going and participating with God. By Heber Ticas, Superintendent of Latin America The Love Avenue of a healthy church is perhaps the most challenging of the three ministry avenues. In the Love Avenue, a healthy congregation will create spaces for missional participation as a corporate body. Significant … Continue reading "On Mission with God" Read the article
Many GCI congregations celebrate Advent with special services and events. This month, our church hack offers a closer look at advent symbolism, the candle lighting ceremony, and a powerpoint template to go along with your Hope Avenue gatherings this season. #GCIChurchHacks Click the link below to access and download the GCI Advent 2021 Church Hack. … Continue reading "Church Hack – Advent" Read the article
By Eugene Guzon, Superintendent of Asia Life as we know it is changing. Along with many natural disasters and political turmoil, the prolonged COVID-19 situation has made people’s situations even more challenging and uncertain. We do not need to look far to see pain, hardship and loss, which has perhaps hit home for you as … Continue reading "The Strength of My Heart" Read the article
