As a collection of churches in the greater Grand Rapids area, we are pleased to come alongside ministries that are committed to reaching out to the community. Let us introduce you to this ministry partnership: … Read More
Prayer Summit is quickly approaching!
Join us as God ignites our passion for His presence and mission through prayer together. The gathering will focus on equipping and catalyzing an empowered life of corporate and individual prayer in the church. Friday, … Read More
Partners with Streams of Hope
We are proud to be associated with this ministry! Streams of Hope was created to demonstrate God’s love and foster sustainable change through services that build relationships, meet family needs, and promote a healthier community. … Read More
Sunrise, Sunset
This past week I had the opportunity to spend a few days living in the campo (or countryside) here in rural Nicaragua in a community known as la Manantial with the SPIN students. The lifestyle … Read More
Time Flies by Slowly
Time is kind of funny, I think. We as humans (a.k.a. wannabe control freaks of a universe beyond our understanding and control) like to pretend that time is linear. You know, like past, present, future. … Read More
Praying like Jesus
If we want to be like Jesus we need to pray like Him. First, life-changing ministry is grounded in prayer. The disciples watched him do ministry and figured out that there is a direct relationship … Read More
The First Minister in Cutlerville
Classis Grand Rapids South has about 9,000 members today and several of the churches are in the Cutlerville area. But who was the first minister in this area we call Cutlerville? How much did he … Read More
Deacon Orientation Training
Deacon Orientation Training is effective for new deacons, returning deacons, other council members or pastors who are interested in learning what the role of deacon in the church is about. There is no fee but … Read More
Ask Good Questions
Asking good questions is about seeking information to help you understand. Your questions should never make others feel diminished in any way. Even if you don’t agree, appreciate someone else’s ideas. Asking questions is a … Read More
Helping Fixing Serving
Helping (When we help, we see life as weak.) Helping is based on inequality. Helping is using your own strength to help those with lesser strength. Helping incurs debt – someone owes us one. Helping … Read More
