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Church, Your Families Need Help (And Adding More Programs Isn’t the Answer)
When it comes to faith formation, today's families need more than another thing to do or to attend. They need help breathing.
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August 19, 2019
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Should Pastors Know How Much Church Members Give?
I never wanted to know how much church members were giving. I didn't think it was any of my business.
That was a mistake.
August 14, 2019
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Alternate Lifestyle Acceptance
Like being a person with a intellectual disability or a physical disability, having a sexual disability is a reality in our sinful world that no amount of preaching or judging will alleviate.
August 14, 2019
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I Searched
As we search for God and focus on Him and His love for us, we find that the Apostle Paul’s words “…I no longer live, but Christ lives in me,” say it all.
August 14, 2019
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Rediscovering Servant Leadership at Inspire 2019
We do not have to fear being a servant or being a leader. Jesus is our model of a servant leader. How do we fully embrace servant leadership in every aspect of life?
August 14, 2019
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Classis Functionaries - Some Basics
Have you ever wondered about the basic structure of our denomination? If so, I wanted to share some of the typical roles you will find in a classis.
August 13, 2019
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Fading Away!
I have been disabled and mostly house bound for 25 years! I was a type A person before and in some ways, I still am.
August 13, 2019
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Decoding Missionary Newsletters
Before moving overseas, I read newsletters of cross cultural workers and thought something along the lines of Well, that’s interesting. Now that I live overseas, I realize newsletters are filled with code words.
August 8, 2019
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Don’t Quit Just Yet
August is a busy and stressful time in children’s ministry but help is available.
August 8, 2019
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Letting Go
I wonder how many fake, cheap, worthless things I have been hanging on to that God wants to remove so He can fill my life with His good and perfect gifts.
August 7, 2019
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A Call to Action
At Inspire 2019, Pastor Mary Hulst issued a call to action for churches went it comes to young adults. She made a profound declaration that something needs to change. Amen to that!
August 6, 2019
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A Bittersweet Goodbye
Safe Church says goodbye to Miriam Spies, who has been a valuable partner in our work. She will be pursuing further education.
August 6, 2019
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An Unusual Sensitivity
I have this unusual sensitivity to all electronic devices. For example, I can't form a decent sentence if a cell phone is in the pocket of someone I'm near.
August 6, 2019
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Stop Standing up for Jesus
Why we need to stop standing up for Jesus, and start standing like him.
August 6, 2019
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3 Ways to Send-Off College Students
As late summer rolls around, thousands of university students pack their bags and head off for another year of school. How do we best support them? Here are three tips.
August 4, 2019
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Church Juice Celebrates 10 Years of Energizing Church Communications
This fall, Church Juice celebrates its tenth anniversary! Who is Church Juice? We’re glad you asked!
August 2, 2019
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Thematic Internships with World Renew
If you do not see an existing volunteer opportunity that works for you, we can work with you to create an internship that fits your program and interests. Contact us today!
August 1, 2019
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What Followers Should Expect from Spiritual Leaders
How about we give our spiritual leaders—and ourselves—an important gift: the gift of humanity.
July 31, 2019
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World Renew Honduras: Sustainable Urban Development Service and Learning Opportunity
Throughout the 9 days, you will learn from World Renew staff and experience Honduras’ development initiatives first hand, deepening your own knowledge, perspective, and heart for urban planning.
July 30, 2019
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Won't You Be My Neighbor? A Guide to Reaching Out to Your Community
Whether your church is in the middle of a huge metropolis or on the outskirts of a tiny town, you have plenty of opportunities to reach out to the people living in your area.
July 30, 2019
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Five Tips for Finding Quality Sunday School Teachers With a Heart for Children
Summer might be whizzing by, but with these five tips for recruiting Sunday school teachers, you’ll have your volunteers in place in no time!
July 28, 2019
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Introducing Tamara - New Coffee Break/DYB Program Manager
Join us in welcoming Tamara Gurley as the new Coffee Break Program Manager! Hear from Tamara as she shares what drew her to this position, and more.
July 28, 2019
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A Story Hour Kid Becomes Coffee Break Staff
Gillian Ferwerda introduced herself a “Story Hour kid.” Today she serves Raise Up Global Ministries and Coffee Break as an administrative assistant. We are so thankful to have her!
July 25, 2019
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New Discover Your Bible (DYB) Logo
One of the strengths of Coffee Break is the Discover Your Bible materials that we use and we are excited to share a new logo to highlight DYB!
July 25, 2019
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Colorful New Look for 'Discover Your Bible' Studies
The Discover Your Bible studies have a new cover design, inspired by Indonesian study guides: batik and colorful. We dream they will inspire you to pray for the network of groups around the world!