We are certainly in interesting times and people have strong opinions about the Coronavirus and how to respond. As the body of Christ, we don’t want to make decisions based on strong opinions, but on how best to serve those our Father has given us to serve. Our biggest concern is sharing Jesus’ life and … Continue reading "Online Church Resources" Read the article
We are excited to introduce a new Church Hack series! In these short videos, we will outline ministry concepts, as well as provide tips and tools for implementation in your congregation. The videos in the next few Equipper issues will focus on the Hope Venue’s Integration Ministry. Church Hacks 001 | What is Integration Ministry? Watch … Continue reading "Church Hacks 001 | What is Integration Ministry?" Read the article
Two of GCI’s core values are to be an inclusive and loving fellowship. One way to live out these values is to create a greeting team to welcome and orient guests into our worship services. Visiting a church for the first time can be an intimidating and awkward experience. A well-equipped greeting team can help … Continue reading "Church Hack: Greeter Ministry" Read the article
A Palm Sunday Message By Jeff Broadnax, US Associate Regional Director, East “When he came near the place where the road goes down the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of disciples began joyfully to praise God in loud voices for all the miracles they had seen…” – Luke 19:37 All four Gospel writers tell … Continue reading "The Lord Will Provide" Read the article
In the midst of a global effort to stop a virus, Easter reminds us to look to the cure of all viruses, illnesses and negative in our world—Jesus, the Savior—and focus on what he said and what he did. By Rick Shallenberger, US North Central Regional Director, Equipper Editor Here in the United States, we … Continue reading "The Coronavirus Cure" Read the article
Things Jesus may want us to see about his love for us during Holy Week. By Jeff Broadnax, US East Associate Regional Director Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the … Continue reading "He Loves Us to The End" Read the article
The fear of the unknown…the fear of change…can and often does prove to be deadly when it comes to the life of a congregation. By Tim Sitterley, US West Regional Director At nine-thirty on a July evening in 1988, Andy Mochan was rousted from his sleep…first by alarm bells…and then the massive explosion that rocked … Continue reading "A Burning Platform" Read the article
By Randy Bloom, US Regional Director Years ago, faced with the challenge of leading major change in the congregations I pastored, I took the opportunity to visit some non-GCI churches. Initially, I was simply accepting invitations from pastor friends I made in a local ministerial association. Right away it occurred to me that accepting their … Continue reading "With a Little Help from Our Friends" Read the article
Dr. Gary Deddo, Grace Communion Seminary President, addresses the topic: What is the best version of the Bible to use? That question is asked often, and it is a good one. First, we have available in English an astonishing range of options to choose from—and growing. Second, there are different ways of translating and … Continue reading "Is There a Best Version of the Bible?" Read the article
Easter is a joyous celebration of the new life we have in Christ! Easter Sunday is the most attended church service every year. It is also a great opportunity to invite those who don’t normally attend to visit your church. Download and customize this month’s Church Hack, and encourage your members to invite their friends … Continue reading "Easter Invite Church Hack" Read the article
