The vision of the Free Methodist Church is to see a healthy church within the reach of every Canadian and beyond. Here are some of the ways that we are currently working to make that happen.
“There are certain metrics and issues physicians check when we go to the doctor. They want to check our blood pressure and temperature. They do blood tests to see if there are any warning signs. They are looking for symptoms that might indicate real problems exist. After working with churches […]
Am I My City’s Keeper? Jesus served people he came to save. We should join him in that mission. by Ed Stetzer For the full story click here.
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There is one phrase that I have heard over and over again during my two years as Director of Church Health. Are you ready? Here it is: “But you don’t understand. We aren’t a typical Free Methodist Church.” “We aren’t a typical Free Methodist Church.” To be honest, I am
From the title, it may seem that Krish Kandiah is simply being critical of some methodology. But look a little more closely at, “Want to Share the Gospel? Here Are Four Bad Approaches” and he gets us thinking about how we share our faith.
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“Transformational discipleship involves moving from the row of chairs in your church or church pew where you are simply in proximity to one another, to sitting in circles, to then being in community with one another.” – Ed Stetzer “5 Essential Elements of a Transformational Small Group Environment,” gives us things
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“This is a question that I have asked myself numerous times. How do I get kids to fall deeper in love with the God who created them? How do I get them to own their faith and eventually share it with others? How do we get kids to understand that
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Craig Thompson talks about some steps you can take to avoid sacrificing your ministry for your family in his blog, “Don’t Sacrifice Your Ministry for Your Family.”
I have noticed that lots of professional type blogs have lists. So in an attempt to be more “bloggy” and because it’s kind of an easy out – I made a list. I realize as I type this that summer is almost half over but here are my tips for
I was very fortunate as a pastor. I got to be part of churches that treated my wife – in fact my whole family very well. But I know that isn’t everyone’s experience. So here are some ideas for people who want to minister the pastor’s spouse. I know the
Ed Stetzer is back. And this time he writes about why we don’t engage in the Great Commission and why that needs to change. Check out, “Aspiring to the Great Commission Is Not Enough: Knowing the Gospel Doesn’t Mean We’re Sharing It.”
