Ministry Matters - Rural church rising...again! | We rejoice in your union

What is the somewhereness of our community? Rural church rising...again! by Michael Beck   Fresh Expressions have the potential to form anywhere, largely because they emerge from a process of prayerful listening to the context. Rural people in particular understand two guiding principles that make our parishes fertile ground for new expressions to arise… Somewhereness and Somebodiness. Read here

How do we make disciples today? Has the mission of the church changed? by Rebekah Simon-Peter   Behind the scenes, conversations are happening about how the church can provide more opportunities for people to experience a sense of belonging. These conversations highlight the importance of creating a community that nurtures relationships, fosters dialogue, and offers an open space for spiritual growth. Read here

What could it mean to “do everything in your power” to care for these two before you? We rejoice in your union: A service of Christian Marriage by William McDonald   You can’t remember when you didn’t know Kate and Lyle. All through school, extracurriculars, sports, the senior trip, your lives have been intertwined from birth it seems. You had watched them grow in their relationship. They asked you to be in their wedding. You had been there for them, and now you will stand with them as they pledge their faithfulness to one another on their wedding day. Read here