February 27 was National Collegiate Day of Prayer, as historically, since 1823, the last Thursday in February has been set aside as a day for special prayer for our colleges and seminaries. The Second Great Awakening (1790-1845) produced our most powerful student revivals and the prayer movement that sustained them. For literally half a century, America experienced […]
The World Partners Executive Leadership Team is grateful for your involvement with the ministry of World Partners. During these days of uncertainty that have come with the COVID-19 virus we felt it was important to let you know what World Partners is doing to protect the missionaries and/or the ministries you support. We are maintaining […]
COVID-19 is changing how World Partners’ staff reach their disciples and those with whom they are sharing the love of Christ, but it can’t stop the progress of the Kingdom! A secure World Partners staff member in the Middle East is providing daily pastoral care for Middle East pastors who are caring for their congregations […]
Pandemics that force us to be confined allow God to show us new and creative ways to be involved in ministry. God is creating some amazing ministry options these days. I was blessed the other day when I opened Facebook. The first post I saw was one from my daughter-in-law. She had issued an invitation […]
The Missionary Church is blessed to have one of the best universities in the country, training people in a Christian environment to do ministry in a variety of fields of study. Their focus on discipleship and their concern for the spiritual growth and well-being of students is worth celebrating. The founders of Bethel College (now […]
In light of the situation we are experiencing now – and understanding that our way of living is changing more and more every day, I wish I could sit down and have a heart-to-heart conversation with you. Since this isn’t our current reality – I’ve decided to make a video to address some big topics […]
The coronavirus (COVID-19) creeped onto the world scene only a few months ago and has spread at breakneck speed, disrupting societies, social units, healthcare systems, and entire economies. Many are wondering how the Church, historically a beacon of hope in times of distress, is faring. Because we wanted to know more about how churches were […]
Church leaders and pastors this is a MUST LISTEN…this is really going to help you think about how to plan and respond to this COVID-19 Crisis. Please don’t get caught off guard…we need you to lead well!
There’s no better time to set up online giving. The Bible reminds us that giving is a key part of the Christian life. But with the COVID-19 pandemic at hand, many church members are unable to physically gather and even offer their generous gifts to the church. Amidst a challenging time for many congregations, our […]
Top COVID-19 Ideas for Churches 1. Offering – use your database to determine givers that use cash and checks and mail them 8 prepaid envelopes and an encouraging letter. 2. Elders – read Psalm 91 each day and share what God is saying to you. 3. Statements heard this week: The churches that survive and […]