How does your church promote things like small groups? Do you share from the pulpit, or in the bulletin, or with special launch dates? What have you found to be effective?
These hymns were written by a young couple facing an unexpected hardship. They have freely shared them with others and I hope they encourage you, like they did me.
The day after my mother-in-law received a brand new heart, I was lying in bed, praying out loud (it helps me stay awake), “And please God, be with Mom. Give her peace as she waits. . .”
At what times are worship services held at your church? Let's discuss.
For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. Here are the top tweets from Wednesday, June 19.
For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. Here are the top tweets from Tuesday, June 18.
For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. Here are the top tweets from Monday, June 17.
For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. So without further ado, here are the top tweets from Friday, June 14.
For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site.
Is your church hosting Vacation Bible School this summer or are you trying something different as part of your ministry with children? If so, we'd love to hear about it!
How does your church share prayer requests and praises?
Network readers! I'd love to know: What books have you been reading recently? What books are you hoping to read? Leave a comment and be entered in a fun giveaway.
Curious, does your church hold midweek programs (i.e. GEMS, Cadets, Bible studies, etc) on a dedicated night?
Before we get too far into 2019, here are the top 18 most-read Network posts from 2018.
I’m curious, what areas of ministry would you like to talk about this year?
I typed too many words and hit send too fast. I was trying to soften the blow of news that felt so heavy it could crush someone. I was trying to fill a role that wasn’t mine to fill.
Curious, what songs are you singing this Advent and Christmas season?
I'm curious, what is one thing you are longing for this Advent?
I want to get a new Bible for Christmas and am overwhelmed by all the options. I like to take notes but am not sure I want a journaling Bible. Which Bible do you use? Any recommendations?
The no-nonsense approach of the 21-day challenge got my attention, and for the first time in a decade, I committed to memorizing Scripture. Here are some things I learned.
Curious, do you listen to podcasts? What are you favorites and which would you recommend?
Curious, is your church doing an outreach event related to Halloween or fall? I'd love to hear about it!
As I’ve changed jobs, served in my church, and worked with non-profits, I have come to appreciate some of the less flashy and obvious leadership traits of those around me.
Now that we are over halfway through the year, I wanted to check in and see which books you've read (any must reads? unexpected finds?) and which books are still on your list.
I’ve not forgotten the powerful impact of Stephanie’s leadership style. As the weeks passed, she kept inviting us into her unfancy kitchen. In doing so, she set the stage for a group of college girls to let their guard down.