As we end Ordinary Time and prepare ourselves for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany, it’s good to reflect on the source of our hope—Jesus. By Robert Regazzoli, GCI pastor in Australia In the story of Les Miserables, Jean Valjean, upon release from prison, is invited into the residence of a bishop, and given a meal and … Continue reading "Grace and Hope" Read the article
God’s clock—centered on Jesus—determines how we set our life clocks. By Emmanuel Okai, West Africa Regional Director, National Director, Ghana & Church Pastor Akim-Oda, Ghana In the diagram produced by GCI that shows the annual cycle of Christian worship activities and themes, we see the name of Jesus Christ in the inner … Continue reading "The GCI Worship Calendar" Read the article
As we continue to gather digitally, or we transition to meeting in person, it is even more crucial to have clear and consistent communication about your congregation and church life. With increased live streaming of services, a communication plan is important for current members, as well as for guests that are connecting with you online. … Continue reading "Church Hack: Setting up a Church Communication Plan" Read the article
By Daphne Sidney, Superintendent Australasia Liturgy at first glance may seem a rather antiquated idea, but in examining it further, I have found that it can have deep relevance to our Christian walk today. The world we live in today is full of despair for many. There is a general lack of trust … Continue reading "Liturgy – Worship through the Seasons of Life" Read the article
It is time to stand up and declare that all people are made in God’s image, all people are redeemed and reconciled to the Father through Jesus, and Jesus is the cure for the evil of racism. By Charles Young, GCI Pastor, Atlanta, GA Have you ever come to a place of decision? A place … Continue reading "Time to Break the Silence" Read the article
That we might be brought to complete unity By Jeff Broadnax, Regional Director — East U.S. Picture 1,000 dimes ordered neatly on a table. See yourself lifting the last dime from the bottom right hand corner. Hold it between your thumb and index finger. Look at it against the backdrop of the other 999 dimes … Continue reading "One Blood" Read the article
Our Superintendent serving Europe, James Henderson, writes an informative and inspirational letter from his personal experiences. In April 2019 I, along with Kalengule Kaoma and Mat Morgan had the opportunity to tour two of the slave castles in Cape Coast, Ghana. The Atlantic Slave Trade lasted for 300 years, from the 16th through the 19th … Continue reading "The Door of No Return" Read the article
The pandemic has prompted churches, pastors, and ministry leaders to make big changes in how we do our worship services. Many of our churches have made the leap to livestreaming and have found great value in providing this kind of service. Livestreaming a pre-recorded service can alleviate the stress of last-minute technical difficulties, and also give you the opportunity to include others in … Continue reading "Church Hacks 004 | How to Livestream a Pre-recorded Service" Read the article
Article by Gary Deddo, President of Grace Communion Seminar Even after centuries of debate, Protestantism does not seem to have settled on how best to speak about the connection between faith in God’s grace in Jesus Christ and the life of obedience. All informed biblically grounded Christian teachers recognize that salvation is God’s work and … Continue reading "Law and Grace" Read the article
Would your church be considered a safe space? Here are some things to think about. By Elizabeth Mullins, GC Hickory Love Avenue Champion Outside of our consciousness, each of our bodies is constantly making an assessment: am I safe here? For those who have previously had physical, emotional, or spiritual safety ripped from them, their … Continue reading "Making Church a Safe Space" Read the article
