We can provide opportunities for people to learn new ways to encounter God through Jesus in the Spirit. By Linda Rex, Elder Emeritus, Hope Avenue Champion Big Sandy, Texas, U.S. Historically, as the Christian church prepared to observe Christ’s passion and His resurrection, believers practiced penitence and fasting, prepared converts for baptism, and reconciled those … Continue reading "Formation—Creating Sacred Spaces" Read the article
Discipleship is both being a disciple and making disciples. By Cara Garrity, Development Coordinator Lynn, Massachusetts, U.S. Think back to the January article on lifelong discipleship and the descriptions of discipleship that were explored. Christian discipleship is the disciplined habit of thinking and acting in Christ. Discipleship is growing closer to Christ, becoming more like … Continue reading "Disciples Who Make Disciples" Read the article
Expressions of the Love Avenue in Mexico By Luis Soto, Pastor and Regional Director Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico During my childhood, my parents sent my three siblings and me to take food daily to my maternal grandmother, who needed this service. At that time, I did not appreciate this as an opportunity to share love … Continue reading "Love Your Neighbor as Yourself" Read the article
Join us in welcoming the next Equipper editor. By Michelle Hartman, Communications Director, Steele Creek, North Carolina, U.S. I am excited to share that Elizabeth Mullins has been promoted to Publications Editor for Grace Communion International. Elizabeth joined our team in 2022 as Publications Assistant, joining us with extensive expertise from her previous work as … Continue reading "New Equipper Editor" Read the article
Engage, Equip, Empower, and Encourage — these are the keys to building healthy leaders who lead Healthy Churches. Learn how Ministry Development Plans can help you invest in your team’s growth! Read the full Church Hack here or click the image below. Read the article
Each day is an opportunity to practice kingdom relationships. By Carrie Osborne, LPC, Associate Pastor, Grove City, Ohio, U.S. This year, we’re centering on Kingdom Culture. We’re exploring how it transforms ministry, equips us for kingdom living, and teaches us to embody kingdom values. Healthy relationships are a kingdom value. Whether Jesus was with a … Continue reading "Kingdom Relationships" Read the article
Healthy Churches make lifelong disciples who make disciples. By Cara Garrity, Development Coordinator, Lynn, Massachusetts, U.S. What comes to mind when you hear the words disciple and discipleship? Perhaps images of Jesus with His twelve disciples come to mind. Maybe you think of a discipleship class that you have taken or facilitated. Maybe you … Continue reading "Lifelong Discipleship" Read the article
As the year closes, praying scripture is a powerful way to reflect on God’s presence in your life. Click the image below to download this Church Hack to discover journal prompts that will help you express gratitude and discern God’s guidance for the future. Read the article
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
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
