Category: Ministry Practice

Women’s History Month is observed in March in the U.S. And March 8 is International Women’s Day. The observance matters to Christians because it provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions of women to the faith. It is also an opportunity to lament and repent of the Church’s history with gender inequality. … Continue reading "A Faithful Response to Domestic Violence Against Christian Women" Read the article

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This month’s Church Hack provides practical tools to help your church design a discipleship pathway that guides members in their faith journey. Learn how to create steps for growth and engagement in your community. Download the full hack here. Read the article

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The Gospel Reverb podcast is a wonderful resource to help preachers prepare the sermon. But it doesn’t stop there — the topics discussed are a meaningful way to deepen your faith and to introduce you to other trinitarian speakers and teachers. Here are three episodes we think you will enjoy. Brad Turnage “I think the … Continue reading "Ministry Toolbox—Gospel Reverb Podcast" Read the article

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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

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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

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  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

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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

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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

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  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

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