World Impact Inc’s Post

“It’s almost like people are trying to find an alternative solution to just preaching the gospel and making disciples. Leaders come in overwhelmed by the burden of the context. The problems of the context, in some cases, seem to outweigh their hope or their trust in the simple things that Jesus called us to do: to preach the gospel and make disciples.” Lorenzo Elizondo Leaders like Lorenzo Elizondo understand that focusing on the Gospel and making disciples can feel overwhelming in the face of complex problems. World Impact Inc is here to strengthen urban churches, providing the support and resources to tackle issues like homelessness, food access, and family stability. Together, we can inspire hope and make a lasting change through the simple, yet powerful message of the Gospel. Learn more about the Inside the Urban Church report: https://vist.ly/u8m8

We’re proud to highlight the Weekend of Prayer and Action Against Hunger, where churches unite globally to confront the hunger crisis through spiritual and practical measures. Co-organized by WCC, ACT Alliance, Evangelical Lutheran Church of Geneva, Lutheran World Federation, World Evangelical Alliance, World Methodist Council, and World Vision, this movement addresses hunger by connecting it to key issues like land and water security. #EndHunger #SustainableDevelopment #FaithInAction #GlobalPartnerships ➡️ https://ow.ly/6VaT50TLnC0

The decision for a church to leave the Presbyterian Church (USA), or PCUSA, is significant, with far-reaching implications. This blog offers local churches essential knowledge and considerations to navigate this process successfully. #ChurchLeadership #PCUSA #FaithCommunity #DecisionMaking

How DID churches respond to lockdowns and pandemic rules, here in the UK? And do leaders AND churchgoers need to look long and hard at how they acted, spoke and treated each other? Graham Nicholls from Affinity - Gospel Churches in partnership talks to me: https://lnkd.in/ePckzkHr #lockdown #pandemic #pandemicpreparedness #pandemicresponse #covid19 #churchleadership

September 30 is a significant day for reflection and action as we advance toward Truth and Reconciliation. We must remember the tragic legacy of residential schools, which forcibly removed thousands of Indigenous children from their families, communities, and cultures—many never returning home. The trauma inflicted by these institutions continues to affect Indigenous communities today. It’s crucial to acknowledge this painful history and support the healing journey for survivors and their families. Allies, we must create space for Indigenous voices, listen with intention, and uplift their stories. It’s essential that Indigenous peoples are not left to shoulder the weight of a nation’s responsibility alone. True reconciliation can only occur when we confront and address the truths of our past. #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #RememberTheChildren

United for a Purpose... "Only a church united can bring healing and hope to nation divided." - Doug Stringer - The task is greater than we can accomplish alone. - Together we can have a greater Kingdom impact. I believe that our nation's 4.6 million first responders, and their families, is the greatest UNSEEN mission field in our country today. The problems we see across the country: 1️⃣ Isolation - among all who have a heart to reach them for Christ. 2️⃣ Discouragement – from little to no support, fruit, or examples to follow. 3️⃣ Lack of Awareness – for the first responder culture and the need to reach them for Christ, for what other ministries, chaplains, and churches are doing well, and for how first responders and their families can live out their faith. We believe a national networking conference and this alliance, has the opportunity to do what has never been done before, and begin to address these gaps within the body of Christ.  September 20-21, 2024 in Chattanooga, TN. Don't miss this opportunity. Learn more and register online today: https://lnkd.in/eFGF58Xu #firstresponder #realhope #missionfirstalliance

The complicated global situations brings new opportunities for church missions. MRN provides insights and learning from the field to equip churches with new and fresh perspectives. Your gift empowers MRN to serve more churches. https://lnkd.in/gin25MiA #churchmissions #globalmissions

Did you know … In the 5 counties of Vanderburgh (IN), Posey (IN), Gibson (IN), Warrick (IN), and Henderson (KY) : There are approximately 360,000 people living in these 5 counties. With one church for approximately every 500 people. Yet … Taking the national average of 10% of the national population being true followers of Jesus (the result of 4 independent surveys including one from the Barna group) … And doubling that to 20% since these counties are in the Bible belt - that leaves 280,000+ people who are not Believers. Meaning about 6 people die each day in these 5 counties who are not Believers and will spend forever suffering. And, somewhere between 40-60% of the people sitting in church on Sunday are not Believers. Now, image, what would be the affect on these 5 counties if there was a well equipped army of Disciple Makers daily engaging with the community, loving and caring for people, intentionally starting spiritual conversations, sharing their story of encountering Jesus, sharing God’s story, and making disciples. What would be the impact on these 5 counties? Think about it. Now apply this to the area where you live.

Vibrant and vital faith communities are essential parts of their community, deeply connected to the people and organizations where they serve. Want to deepen your community connections? Learn how in this quick lesson: https://bit.ly/3JPqlx1. Adaptive Ministries at ECF works to equip, resource, and inspire communities of faith to discover what God is calling them to be in a changing church and world.