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From the archivesReconsecrating a ChurchIn the 1930s a church in Ohio wrote, "Our present church membership roll will be scrapped on Friday, April 10, and the entire membership…
From the archives‘The Apostle Paul’s Top 21 Leadership Character Traits’ (2014)For his "Best Practices" feature in 2014, former editor Mike Mack introduced a listicle by writing: "Acts 20 contains 21 character traits of the…
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From the archivesW. R. Walker: “The Counselor’s Question Box”In last week’s column we acquainted readers with W. R. Walker by sharing a 1963 article about him published a few weeks after his…
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From the archives‘What Shall I Be Like in Heaven?’ (1954)Kenneth T. Norris of Montague, P.E.I., Canada, wrote in 1954: "Through the power of God we shall receive new bodies. These bodies will be identifiable,…
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EducationHope International UniversityHope International University (HIU) is a private Christian university in Fullerton, California, offering on-campus, online, and…Hope International University
Hope International University — Organization Profile Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian…
Hope International University — Organization Profile Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian higher education to serve the Church and impact the world for Christ, shaping academic preparation around the integration of faith, service, and learning. Founded in 1928, HIU offers a range of academic pathways that include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificate programs, and credential programs. The university also offers a doctoral program in Marriage & Family Therapy (DMFT). Programs are organized to support students at different stages—traditional undergraduates on campus, working adults pursuing online undergraduate options, and graduate students looking for…
Hope International University — Organization Profile
Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian higher education to serve the Church and impact the world for Christ, shaping academic preparation around the integration of faith, service, and learning.
Founded in 1928, HIU offers a range of academic pathways that include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificate programs, and credential programs. The university also offers a doctoral program in Marriage & Family Therapy (DMFT). Programs are organized to support students at different stages—traditional undergraduates on campus, working adults pursuing online undergraduate options, and graduate students looking for schedule-friendly formats that fit professional and family responsibilities.
HIU’s academic offerings span multiple disciplines, including business and management, communication studies, intercultural studies, ministry-focused training, education-related preparation, and counseling-related studies. In addition to coursework, the university describes its community life as Christ-centered, encouraging students toward personal formation, service, and practical readiness for work in churches, nonprofits, education settings, and other service-oriented fields.
Geographically, HIU’s primary campus is located in North Orange County in Fullerton, positioned within Southern California and accessible for students commuting from across the region. Through online and hybrid delivery, the university also serves students beyond California, extending its reach to learners who cannot relocate but want a Christian higher-education context connected to ministry and vocation.
Prospective students can engage HIU by requesting information, applying for undergraduate or graduate programs, and scheduling campus visits. Alumni, churches, and supporters can connect through donor resources and giving options, including a direct giving portal. HIU also competes in intercollegiate athletics through its Royals programs, providing another point of connection for students and families exploring campus life.
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Church of ChristSouthwest School of Bible StudiesSouthwest School of Bible Studies (SWSBS) in Austin, Texas provides tuition-free, structured Bible training for ministry,…Southwest School of Bible Studies
Southwest School of Bible Studies — Organization Profile Southwest School of Bible Studies (SWSBS) is a two-year school in Austin, Texas, created to help Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for service in the local church. The school…
Southwest School of Bible Studies — Organization Profile Southwest School of Bible Studies (SWSBS) is a two-year school in Austin, Texas, created to help Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for service in the local church. The school traces its beginnings to 1978, when Norman Starling approached the elders of the Southwest Church of Christ with the idea of launching a Bible training school in Austin. Over time, what began as a one-year effort developed into a two-year program that operates across most of the year and is presented as tuition-free. SWSBS centers its training around a comprehensive course of study through every book of the Bible, paired with related courses that support preaching, teaching, and ministry work.…
Southwest School of Bible Studies — Organization Profile
Southwest School of Bible Studies (SWSBS) is a two-year school in Austin, Texas, created to help Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for service in the local church. The school traces its beginnings to 1978, when Norman Starling approached the elders of the Southwest Church of Christ with the idea of launching a Bible training school in Austin. Over time, what began as a one-year effort developed into a two-year program that operates across most of the year and is presented as tuition-free.
SWSBS centers its training around a comprehensive course of study through every book of the Bible, paired with related courses that support preaching, teaching, and ministry work. The school describes an educational approach structured toward New Testament Christianity, with a strong emphasis on preparing students for evangelism and for giving a thoughtful defense of the faith. In addition to Bible content, the school outlines a weekday class schedule framework and an overall program design intended to be both rigorous and spiritually formative.
The primary academic pathway is the Preaching & Ministry Program, which organizes coursework into four integrated divisions: Bible Exposition, Bible Studies, Bible Doctrine & Apologetics, and Bible Preaching. Course descriptions include topics such as hermeneutics, Greek, church and restoration history, archaeology and geography, organized doctrine and prophecy studies, and a preaching sequence aimed at equipping students to communicate biblical truth as gospel preachers and to do the work of an evangelist. This structure reflects SWSBS’s goal of pairing careful biblical study with ministry-ready training.
SWSBS also describes a Christian Women’s Study Program. While designed as an organized spiritual development program for the wives of Southwest students, it also encourages participation from women in the Southwest congregation and sister congregations in the area. The school frames this program as a setting for in-depth Bible instruction and relationship-building among women who want to grow in their understanding of Scripture and their ability to serve.
Beyond the two-year school program, SWSBS hosts the Southwest Servant’s Academy (S2A), a week-long academy designed for young Christians (ages 14–18) to grow in faith and in their ability to serve the church. S2A features courses taught by SWSBS faculty and Christian Women’s Studies instructors, and it aims to strengthen students as servants in the local congregation while increasing their regard for preaching and teaching as lifelong work. The school also highlights the broader reach of its alumni, noting graduates serving in many places and roles, including local ministry work, foreign teaching efforts, and support services such as media and publishing.
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Church of ChristChallenge Youth Conference (CYC)Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) is a churches-of-Christ–directed youth conference that gathers teens and youth groups for…Challenge Youth Conference (CYC)
Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) — Organization Profile Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) is a large youth-focused Bible conference planned and directed by members of churches of Christ. CYC describes its purpose as helping teens focus on the positivity of living for…
Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) — Organization Profile Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) is a large youth-focused Bible conference planned and directed by members of churches of Christ. CYC describes its purpose as helping teens focus on the positivity of living for Jesus Christ and navigating the challenges of growing up in a culture that often conflicts with faithful Christian living. It is designed primarily for teenage students who attend with church youth groups, youth ministers, parents, and adult chaperones. CYC typically operates in two primary geographic settings—Dallas, Texas and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee—drawing groups from across the United States. The conference is structured around large-group worship and keynote-style Bible teaching, supported by additional class and learning options that help churches bring students…
Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) — Organization Profile
Challenge Youth Conference (CYC) is a large youth-focused Bible conference planned and directed by members of churches of Christ. CYC describes its purpose as helping teens focus on the positivity of living for Jesus Christ and navigating the challenges of growing up in a culture that often conflicts with faithful Christian living. It is designed primarily for teenage students who attend with church youth groups, youth ministers, parents, and adult chaperones.
CYC typically operates in two primary geographic settings—Dallas, Texas and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee—drawing groups from across the United States. The conference is structured around large-group worship and keynote-style Bible teaching, supported by additional class and learning options that help churches bring students for a concentrated time of Scripture, encouragement, and shared spiritual focus.
In addition to the in-person gathering, CYC maintains a growing library of teaching resources. Through its “CYC Resources” area and its official YouTube presence, CYC makes past conference content and video class materials available for continued use by individuals, families, and youth ministries. This extends the conference’s impact beyond a single weekend and gives youth leaders practical tools for follow-up study and discussion back home.
CYC also highlights pathways for student development and support. One example is its scholarship initiative, which provides a way for eligible high school seniors to apply for scholarship opportunities connected with the conference and its sponsoring universities. CYC also promotes additional ministry-adjacent programming through its website, including Transform Ladies Conference (TLC), reflecting an effort to provide equipping and encouragement for multiple audiences.
Churches and families can engage with CYC by registering groups through its official event registration portal, preparing students for a spiritually focused experience, and using the available media resources to support ongoing discipleship. Sponsors and partner schools can also connect through the sponsors page, and churches can stay informed through official communication channels and social platforms.
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Consulting4C Ministry Institute4C Ministry Institute (4CMI) is a Cincinnati-based nonprofit that equips churches through a two-year ministry certificate,…4C Ministry Institute
4C Ministry Institute — Organization Profile 4C Ministry Institute (often shortened to 4CMI) is a nonprofit ministry that equips churches and Christian nonprofits by training ministry leaders to be biblical, experienced, and sustainable in ministry. The Institute’s approach blends academic…
4C Ministry Institute — Organization Profile 4C Ministry Institute (often shortened to 4CMI) is a nonprofit ministry that equips churches and Christian nonprofits by training ministry leaders to be biblical, experienced, and sustainable in ministry. The Institute’s approach blends academic coursework with practical formation so emerging and developing leaders grow in both competency and character for long-term service. A centerpiece of 4CMI’s work is its two-year Certificate in Ministry. The certificate is built around three integrated components—classroom-based learning, supervised residency experience, and discipleship training—so students can connect theological foundations to real ministry settings. The Institute describes its training outcomes in terms of experience, skills, knowledge, networking, and credentials, and notes that coursework may be transferable into accredited bachelor’s or master’s…
4C Ministry Institute — Organization Profile
4C Ministry Institute (often shortened to 4CMI) is a nonprofit ministry that equips churches and Christian nonprofits by training ministry leaders to be biblical, experienced, and sustainable in ministry. The Institute’s approach blends academic coursework with practical formation so emerging and developing leaders grow in both competency and character for long-term service.
A centerpiece of 4CMI’s work is its two-year Certificate in Ministry. The certificate is built around three integrated components—classroom-based learning, supervised residency experience, and discipleship training—so students can connect theological foundations to real ministry settings. The Institute describes its training outcomes in terms of experience, skills, knowledge, networking, and credentials, and notes that coursework may be transferable into accredited bachelor’s or master’s programs through university partners.
Beyond the certificate pathway, 4CMI also offers “a la carte” course enrollment for students who want targeted training without entering the full program. This provides a flexible option for leaders, volunteers, or ministry teams seeking structured instruction in Bible, theology, and ministry leadership. In addition, 4CMI makes lecture content available as a way to strengthen churches through leadership onboarding and development for elders, staff, teachers, and other volunteer leaders.
4CMI also supports local congregations through its Church Residency Program, providing coaching, resources, and tools to help churches train ministers through supervised, local residency experiences. This emphasis on church-based formation helps align learning with a congregation’s mission and context, while giving students practical responsibilities and mentoring as part of their preparation.
Alongside training and residency support, 4CMI offers church assessment instruments designed to help leaders evaluate health and effectiveness. These tools include a Leadership Culture Assessment that gathers perspectives related to multiple factors shaping a church’s leadership culture, as well as a separate ministry-focused assessment that measures effectiveness across distinct areas of church life. In combination, these resources aim to help leaders make informed decisions and strengthen ministry systems with clarity.
4C Ministry Institute is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and its work serves churches, students, and partners across the United States through online courses, local residency placements, and a growing network of churches, coaches, and educational partners. People can engage by applying to the certificate program, enrolling in a course, exploring church residency support for their congregation, and partnering financially to support leader development for the local church.
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Church of ChristKairos Church PlantingKairos Church Planting, based in Portland, equips leaders and churches across the United States to start…Kairos Church Planting
Kairos Church Planting — Organization Profile Kairos Church Planting is a ministry that helps churches and leaders start new congregations by providing guidance, training, and relational support through the full church-planting journey. The organization summarizes its purpose as equipping leaders…
Kairos Church Planting — Organization Profile Kairos Church Planting is a ministry that helps churches and leaders start new congregations by providing guidance, training, and relational support through the full church-planting journey. The organization summarizes its purpose as equipping leaders to plant “New Churches in New Places for New People.” Kairos works alongside planters and sending churches so that preparation, launch, and early growth are not done in isolation—captured in its guiding phrase, “No One Plants Alone.” Based in Portland, Oregon, Kairos concentrates its current efforts and resources in the United States, while also noting past or occasional international involvement in places such as Angola, Canada, Guatemala, Panama, and Australia. Rather than promoting a single formula for what a church…
Kairos Church Planting — Organization Profile
Kairos Church Planting is a ministry that helps churches and leaders start new congregations by providing guidance, training, and relational support through the full church-planting journey. The organization summarizes its purpose as equipping leaders to plant “New Churches in New Places for New People.” Kairos works alongside planters and sending churches so that preparation, launch, and early growth are not done in isolation—captured in its guiding phrase, “No One Plants Alone.”
Based in Portland, Oregon, Kairos concentrates its current efforts and resources in the United States, while also noting past or occasional international involvement in places such as Angola, Canada, Guatemala, Panama, and Australia. Rather than promoting a single formula for what a church plant “should” look like, Kairos describes an individualized approach shaped by the needs of each community and the gifts of each planter. In practice, this means some plants gather in non-traditional spaces—public marketplaces, restaurants, or school buildings—wherever there is opportunity to meet people where they are.
Kairos supports prospective and active planters through multiple stages of discernment and development. For leaders exploring whether they are ready to plant, Kairos offers tools that help clarify calling, character, and ministry readiness, including assessments and guided next steps. For those moving forward, Kairos provides training and mentoring designed to strengthen both the planter and the planting team with practical preparation and ongoing coaching.
Training and development often happen through structured labs and pathways. Kairos offers environments such as Pathways Lab and Discovery Lab to help planters and leaders think clearly about mission, context, and strategy. For established congregations, Kairos also provides renewal-oriented resources—helping churches renew, revitalize, and reimagine their ministry, and, when appropriate, to multiply by partnering in sending and supporting new works.
Church planting also involves long-term sustainability and partnership. Kairos describes a process where planters and partner churches prepare in tandem, building shared clarity and support. For supporters, engagement can include praying for planters, giving financially, and learning how to encourage new works as they take root. Kairos also publishes updates and reports to help churches and donors follow the progress of leaders being trained and churches being planted.
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Independent Christian ChurchEye Doc in a BoxEye Doc in a Box trains Christian mission teams to provide basic vision testing, eyeglasses, and…Eye Doc in a Box
Eye Doc in a Box — Organization Profile Eye Doc in a Box is a Christian medical missions organization that equips mission teams to provide basic vision care in places where access to professional eye services is limited. The ministry…
Eye Doc in a Box — Organization Profile Eye Doc in a Box is a Christian medical missions organization that equips mission teams to provide basic vision care in places where access to professional eye services is limited. The ministry describes its mission as empowering individuals with the skills and tools needed to provide quality eye care in challenging third-world environments while also offering spiritual aid and sharing the love of Christ. The organization’s core focus is training laypeople and mission teams to conduct eye clinics using the Eye Doc in a Box method of vision testing. Its model is designed for short-term missions and developing-country contexts, where teams may need a practical way to identify whether people need reading…
Eye Doc in a Box — Organization Profile
Eye Doc in a Box is a Christian medical missions organization that equips mission teams to provide basic vision care in places where access to professional eye services is limited. The ministry describes its mission as empowering individuals with the skills and tools needed to provide quality eye care in challenging third-world environments while also offering spiritual aid and sharing the love of Christ.
The organization’s core focus is training laypeople and mission teams to conduct eye clinics using the Eye Doc in a Box method of vision testing. Its model is designed for short-term missions and developing-country contexts, where teams may need a practical way to identify whether people need reading glasses, distance glasses, or other basic support. Eye Doc in a Box states that its broader vision is for vision testing to become a regular part of Christian mission trips.
Eye Doc in a Box is publicly connected with Watkinsville, Georgia, through its mailing address, and its work is directed toward developing countries worldwide. The organization serves churches, mission teams, and communities where people may lack access to eyeglasses and routine vision screening. Its materials also reference global outreach, underserved communities, and medical mission settings where vision care can open doors for both practical service and spiritual encouragement.
The ministry operates through training seminars, refraction kits, and support materials. Its FAQ describes Eye Doc in a Box as an intensive one-day medical missions seminar lasting eight hours. Its services page says teams may request on-site or Zoom training, receive refraction kits after completing training, and purchase material kits that include a mix of eyeglasses and supplies for mission use. The organization emphasizes that its training is focused on the limited scope of eye care typically provided on mission trips, such as prescribing glasses and treating acute infections, rather than comprehensive eye examinations.
A distinctive part of the organization’s approach is combining physical vision care with spiritual support. Eye Doc in a Box describes its services as including training seminars, eye clinics, and spiritual support, with prayer, fellowship, and gospel-centered ministry alongside practical eye care. The organization also points to Dr. David Curtis’ extensive medical mission experience as part of the background for its training model.
People can engage with Eye Doc in a Box by requesting training, refraction kits, material kits, sunglass kits, or supply kits through its contact page. The organization asks mission teams to provide details such as mission trip dates, number of people needing training, and the number of kits needed. Supporters can also give online, donate by mail, or request information about Zelle giving through the contact page.
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Independent Christian ChurchTCM International InstituteTCM International Institute is an Indianapolis-based Christian graduate training ministry using a hybrid learning model and…TCM International Institute
TCM International Institute — Organization Profile TCM International Institute is a Christian leadership development ministry that provides graduate-level, accredited training designed to multiply disciple makers. The organization is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves leaders connected to churches and ministries…
TCM International Institute — Organization Profile TCM International Institute is a Christian leadership development ministry that provides graduate-level, accredited training designed to multiply disciple makers. The organization is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves leaders connected to churches and ministries across Europe and Central Asia, with additional engagement across Africa and other regions through a broad international student network. TCM summarizes its focus as “engaging every nation” by equipping leaders who are already serving in their own cultural contexts. TCM’s mission is to develop Christian leaders for significant service through higher learning. Its vision emphasizes raising up leaders of disciple-making movements who can strengthen churches, cultures, and countries for Christ. To do that, TCM prioritizes accessible training for adult learners…
TCM International Institute — Organization Profile
TCM International Institute is a Christian leadership development ministry that provides graduate-level, accredited training designed to multiply disciple makers. The organization is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves leaders connected to churches and ministries across Europe and Central Asia, with additional engagement across Africa and other regions through a broad international student network. TCM summarizes its focus as “engaging every nation” by equipping leaders who are already serving in their own cultural contexts.
TCM’s mission is to develop Christian leaders for significant service through higher learning. Its vision emphasizes raising up leaders of disciple-making movements who can strengthen churches, cultures, and countries for Christ. To do that, TCM prioritizes accessible training for adult learners who are actively ministering—often in settings where formal theological education is limited, costly, or difficult to access.
A key distinctive of TCM’s educational strategy is its hybrid model: coursework is designed so students can remain involved in local ministry while studying. TCM describes a format where most of a class is delivered online, with an in-person component that focuses on mentoring, discussion, and application. This approach is meant to be cost-effective and scalable, enabling leaders to gain graduate-level preparation without relocating for extended periods.
TCM’s in-person instruction is anchored at Haus Edelweiss, described by TCM as its main teaching facility near Vienna, Austria, and is complemented by additional mentoring centers for students who cannot travel due to family, financial, or political constraints. In addition to formal academic programs, TCM also provides ministry resources and a global prayer emphasis through its PrayerFast initiative, inviting supporters to participate through prayer, partnership giving, and church-based engagement.
Supporters and partner churches can connect with TCM in several practical ways: by supporting student scholarships and training infrastructure, joining prayer initiatives, sharing TCM resources, and helping identify and encourage potential students who are already leading in ministry contexts. TCM also maintains a publicly listed staff team that includes operations, finance, academic support, library services, and global outreach roles that serve students throughout the year.
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Church of ChristLipscomb University – Summer CelebrationLipscomb University’s Summer Celebration is an annual Bible teaching and worship gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, offering…Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served…
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served as a “come learn together” space for people connected to Churches of Christ and the broader Restoration Movement, as well as friends and guests who want Scripture-centered instruction and fellowship. At its core, Summer Celebration is built around Bible classes and keynote messages designed to help everyday discipleship take shape in real life. Sessions typically include textual studies, topical teaching, and ministry-focused workshops that address spiritual formation, congregational life, leadership, family discipleship, and faithful living. Because the program includes multiple…
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile
Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served as a “come learn together” space for people connected to Churches of Christ and the broader Restoration Movement, as well as friends and guests who want Scripture-centered instruction and fellowship.
At its core, Summer Celebration is built around Bible classes and keynote messages designed to help everyday discipleship take shape in real life. Sessions typically include textual studies, topical teaching, and ministry-focused workshops that address spiritual formation, congregational life, leadership, family discipleship, and faithful living. Because the program includes multiple sessions with a variety of presenters, attendees can often choose learning tracks that fit their season of life and service in the local church.
Summer Celebration is also structured as a family-friendly week. Alongside adult sessions, the gathering has historically included programming for children and teenagers, giving families a way to participate together while each age group receives age-appropriate teaching and activities. The event’s overall rhythm blends instruction with community: worship gatherings, informal conversations between sessions, and opportunities to reconnect with friends and meet new ministry partners.
Lipscomb has often described Summer Celebration as both a lectureship and a community festival—pairing serious engagement with Scripture and practical application with additional experiences that help guests enjoy time together. Over the years, that has included special events and performances that complement the teaching emphasis and invite broader community participation.
Because Summer Celebration is hosted by a university, it also functions as a bridge between Lipscomb and the churches it serves. For many attendees, the week provides a window into Lipscomb’s commitment to Christian higher education and church engagement, while also offering a setting where ministers, teachers, and church members can sharpen their thinking, renew their faith, and return home with ideas and encouragement for local ministry.
People can engage with Summer Celebration by attending the on-campus gathering, sharing the opportunity with others in their congregation, and using the official event pages to find registration and participation details. Churches and individuals who want to support Lipscomb’s church-serving efforts can also give through the university’s official giving channels.
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Independent Christian ChurchCornerstone Chilean MissionCornerstone Chilean Mission serves churches and Spanish-speaking Christians in Santiago, Chile, through Bible teaching, leadership training,…Cornerstone Chilean Mission
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study.…
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study. Their work is centered on strengthening churches and equipping Christian leaders through biblical teaching, preaching, translation, theological resources, and local ministry support. Cornerstone Chilean Mission is based in Santiago, Chile, with support connected through Cornerstone Christian Church in Alliance, Ohio. The mission serves churches, leaders, and Spanish-speaking Christians in Chile and the wider Spanish-speaking world. Mike and Tabi Boyce have served in Chile since December 2009, following earlier internships in Chile and preparation through Bible college and seminary training. The…
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile
Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study. Their work is centered on strengthening churches and equipping Christian leaders through biblical teaching, preaching, translation, theological resources, and local ministry support.
Cornerstone Chilean Mission is based in Santiago, Chile, with support connected through Cornerstone Christian Church in Alliance, Ohio. The mission serves churches, leaders, and Spanish-speaking Christians in Chile and the wider Spanish-speaking world. Mike and Tabi Boyce have served in Chile since December 2009, following earlier internships in Chile and preparation through Bible college and seminary training.
The mission’s primary ministries include Bible and theology classes, preaching, seminars, Bible studies, local church involvement, pastoral and unity meetings, translation, and online theological resources. Mike focuses on teaching and training church leaders, including classes for ministers and churches in areas such as hermeneutics, basic doctrine, and preaching. He has also been involved in preaching, seminars, and the development of Seminario Bíblico Restauración.
Tabi focuses on maintaining a Spanish-language theology website and translating theological articles and books for Spanish-speaking Christians. Her translation work includes maintaining ¿Y qué dice la Biblia?, a theological resource site with articles and materials intended to help Spanish-speaking readers study Scripture and Christian doctrine. She has also worked on translation projects including theological materials by Dr. Jack Cottrell.
Cornerstone Chilean Mission also participates in a variety of supporting ministries as needs arise. These include Bible studies, church ministry, Passover meals, retreats, benevolence, photography, translation support, and assistance to ministries led by Chilean friends and ministers. Some activities, such as radio and video ministry, are described as discontinued or temporarily suspended, while other ministries continue according to current opportunities and needs.
People can engage with Cornerstone Chilean Mission by praying for the Boyce family and the churches they serve, reading newsletters and blog updates, contacting the mission directly, supporting the mission financially, or discussing possible mission group involvement. Donations may be made online, or checks may be mailed to Cornerstone Chilean Mission through the Alliance, Ohio address listed by the mission.
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Church of ChristPhilippine Mission Churches of ChristPhilippine Mission Churches of Christ supports Filipino-led ministries in Luzon through Christian education, medical evangelism, church…Philippine Mission Churches of Christ
Philippine Mission Churches of Christ — Organization Profile Philippine Mission Churches of Christ USA, Inc., also known as PMCC-US, is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) mission organization that exists to assist, encourage, and empower independent Filipino-led ministries that share the Gospel of…
Philippine Mission Churches of Christ — Organization Profile Philippine Mission Churches of Christ USA, Inc., also known as PMCC-US, is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) mission organization that exists to assist, encourage, and empower independent Filipino-led ministries that share the Gospel of Christ through Christian education, medical evangelism, and church planting. Its work is connected to a long history of Restoration Movement mission activity in the Philippines, tracing roots to Leslie and Carrie Wolfe’s arrival in Manila in 1907. The organization is based in Kingman, Arizona, and serves partner ministries across central and northern Luzon, Philippines. PMCC-US supports Filipino-led churches, schools, medical work, and ministry leaders while stating that it holds no legal ties to, nor governance over, the ministries it supports.…
Philippine Mission Churches of Christ — Organization Profile
Philippine Mission Churches of Christ USA, Inc., also known as PMCC-US, is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) mission organization that exists to assist, encourage, and empower independent Filipino-led ministries that share the Gospel of Christ through Christian education, medical evangelism, and church planting. Its work is connected to a long history of Restoration Movement mission activity in the Philippines, tracing roots to Leslie and Carrie Wolfe’s arrival in Manila in 1907.
The organization is based in Kingman, Arizona, and serves partner ministries across central and northern Luzon, Philippines. PMCC-US supports Filipino-led churches, schools, medical work, and ministry leaders while stating that it holds no legal ties to, nor governance over, the ministries it supports. Its role is to encourage, resource, visit, assess needs, and help connect U.S. churches and donors with ministry work in Luzon.
PMCC-US focuses on three primary ministry areas. Its Christian education work supports three academies: Northern Isabela Academy, Southern Isabela Academy, and Central Isabela Christian Academy. These schools are described as part of the mission’s effort to equip the next generation through quality Christ-centered education and leadership development.
Medical evangelism is represented through Charles W. Selby Memorial Hospital, Inc., a 35-bed hospital connected to the mission’s long-running work in northern Luzon. PMCC-US describes this area as transforming lives through medical care, physical healing, hope, and Gospel witness. This ministry emphasis reflects the organization’s broader pattern of combining practical service with evangelism.
Church planting is carried out through partner ministries including Shore Line and Island Mission and Southern Cagayan Valley Mission. Shore Line and Island Mission focuses on planting and strengthening churches in Quezon and nearby regions, while Southern Cagayan Valley Mission is part of the mission’s church-planting work in northern Luzon. PMCC-US emphasizes training leaders, strengthening local congregations, and supporting Filipino-led outreach.
People can engage with Philippine Mission Churches of Christ by praying, giving, requesting a speaking engagement, exploring church partnership, reading ministry updates such as Island Echoes, using the prayer calendar, or contacting the organization directly. Its distinct contribution is supporting independent Filipino-led Christian ministries in Luzon through education, medical evangelism, church planting, leadership encouragement, and long-term U.S.-Philippines partnership.
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Independent Christian ChurchAsia Pacific InternationalAsia Pacific International is a California-based Christian mission serving Southeast Asia through education, livelihood training, medical…Asia Pacific International
Asia Pacific International — Organization Profile Asia Pacific International is a Christian mission organization focused on transforming lives and communities in Southeast Asia through church-centered service, education, livelihood training, health initiatives, and disaster relief. The organization is also identified as…
Asia Pacific International — Organization Profile Asia Pacific International is a Christian mission organization focused on transforming lives and communities in Southeast Asia through church-centered service, education, livelihood training, health initiatives, and disaster relief. The organization is also identified as Asia Pac International and Asia Pacific International–A Christian Mission. Its public materials describe the ministry as a nonprofit that exists to help communities improve quality of life by teaching practical skills that allow people to thrive. The organization is based in Thousand Oaks, California, and serves communities in Southeast Asia, with historic ministry connected especially to Indonesia. Asia Pacific International’s history traces back to the late 1960s, when Chuck and Nanci Wingerner responded to a call to bring the good…
Asia Pacific International — Organization Profile
Asia Pacific International is a Christian mission organization focused on transforming lives and communities in Southeast Asia through church-centered service, education, livelihood training, health initiatives, and disaster relief. The organization is also identified as Asia Pac International and Asia Pacific International–A Christian Mission. Its public materials describe the ministry as a nonprofit that exists to help communities improve quality of life by teaching practical skills that allow people to thrive.
The organization is based in Thousand Oaks, California, and serves communities in Southeast Asia, with historic ministry connected especially to Indonesia. Asia Pacific International’s history traces back to the late 1960s, when Chuck and Nanci Wingerner responded to a call to bring the good news to Indonesia. The ministry states that it has served Southeast Asian communities for more than 50 years, with thousands of lives affected through its work.
Asia Pacific International’s work includes education programs that support online learning, early academic and character-building skills, and computer skills for youth. These efforts are designed to help children and young people gain foundational abilities that can strengthen future opportunities. The ministry’s educational approach is practical and community-oriented, connecting learning with long-term community development rather than limiting service to short-term aid.
The organization also works in livelihood development. Its public materials list micro-business education and training, sustainable agriculture, animal business opportunities, culinary and sewing skills for women, and technology skills for men. These programs reflect a strategy of equipping local people with usable skills that can support families, encourage local enterprise, and increase resilience in under-resourced communities.
Health and relief are also part of Asia Pacific International’s ministry. The organization identifies medical clinics and disaster relief among its areas of impact. These efforts are presented as part of a broader mission to serve practical needs while strengthening communities. The ministry invites supporters to contact its team for more information about partnership and ongoing work in Southeast Asia.
People can engage with Asia Pacific International by praying for its work, giving financially, contacting the ministry for more information, and exploring partnership opportunities. The organization’s giving platform supports donations to the mission, while its contact information provides a direct way for churches, donors, and individuals to learn more about current needs and ways to participate in community transformation in Southeast Asia.
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Independent Christian ChurchLiterature and Teaching MinistriesLiterature and Teaching Ministries helps Christian leaders worldwide publish Bible-based, culturally relevant books in local languages…Literature and Teaching Ministries
Literature and Teaching Ministries — Organization Profile Literature and Teaching Ministries, also known as LATM, is a Christian publishing ministry based in Joplin, Missouri. The organization helps Christian leaders worldwide publish Bible-based, culturally relevant books in their own languages so…
Literature and Teaching Ministries — Organization Profile Literature and Teaching Ministries, also known as LATM, is a Christian publishing ministry based in Joplin, Missouri. The organization helps Christian leaders worldwide publish Bible-based, culturally relevant books in their own languages so people can find, follow, and serve Jesus. Its public theme is “Christian Books. World’s Languages.” The organization’s core focus is partnering with church leaders around the world to publish Christian books in local languages for discipleship, evangelism, theology, apologetics, and church leadership. LATM states that billions of people do not have access to Christian books in their language and that people learn and retain information better in their own language. The ministry works to meet that need by helping leaders…
Literature and Teaching Ministries — Organization Profile
Literature and Teaching Ministries, also known as LATM, is a Christian publishing ministry based in Joplin, Missouri. The organization helps Christian leaders worldwide publish Bible-based, culturally relevant books in their own languages so people can find, follow, and serve Jesus. Its public theme is “Christian Books. World’s Languages.”
The organization’s core focus is partnering with church leaders around the world to publish Christian books in local languages for discipleship, evangelism, theology, apologetics, and church leadership. LATM states that billions of people do not have access to Christian books in their language and that people learn and retain information better in their own language. The ministry works to meet that need by helping leaders produce resources that fit their own language and ministry context.
LATM serves from Joplin, Missouri, with publishing partnerships reaching Christian leaders and churches worldwide. Its work includes projects in many world languages, with the ministry reporting more than 1,700 completed projects, 3 million books printed, and 102 languages represented. Its bookstore includes resources in languages such as Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Kurdish, Lisu, Malayalam, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Ukrainian, Urdu, and many others.
The organization operates through a project-based publishing model. A church leader outside the United States contacts LATM with a book project that can help advance kingdom work in that leader’s language. LATM then partners with donors to raise needed funds, while the project is written or translated, edited, designed, and printed in the country where it is needed. The result is that people receive books in their language that help them study Scripture, grow as disciples, and serve their churches.
A distinctive part of Literature and Teaching Ministries’ work is funding and supporting in-country Christian publishing rather than simply exporting English-language resources. The organization’s history grew from College Press Publishing Company and Don DeWelt’s vision to provide true-to-the-Scriptures Bible study textbooks, then expand that concern to missionaries and national church leaders who needed quality Christian books in other languages. LATM was formally established in 1992 to pursue that purpose.
People can engage with LATM by donating, joining the Book Club, praying for projects, subscribing to updates, purchasing books, or connecting church leaders with the ministry. The Book Club highlights a new book project each month and has helped fund more than 500 book projects since 1994. Supporters can also give toward current publishing projects, receive World News updates, follow LATM online, and help make Bible-based resources available to churches in the world’s languages.
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Independent Christian ChurchFaith VenturesFaith Ventures helps churches, ministries, schools, and mission workers insure, book, and manage domestic and international…Faith Ventures
Faith Ventures — Organization Profile Faith Ventures is a mission-travel service that helps churches, ministries, schools, and mission workers prepare for trips through travel insurance, airfare support, trip resources, and claims assistance. The organization presents itself as a collaboration between…
Faith Ventures — Organization Profile Faith Ventures is a mission-travel service that helps churches, ministries, schools, and mission workers prepare for trips through travel insurance, airfare support, trip resources, and claims assistance. The organization presents itself as a collaboration between Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company and Fly For Good Travel Company, combining ministry-focused insurance experience with mission-airfare services for teams and individual travelers. The organization’s core focus is helping mission travelers insure, book, and manage mission trips. Faith Ventures offers single-trip and multi-trip travel insurance options, including plans for short-term and longer travel needs. Its coverage information describes services such as accident and illness medical expenses, emergency medical evacuation, trip cancellation and interruption options, lost or delayed baggage support, travel assistance,…
Faith Ventures — Organization Profile
Faith Ventures is a mission-travel service that helps churches, ministries, schools, and mission workers prepare for trips through travel insurance, airfare support, trip resources, and claims assistance. The organization presents itself as a collaboration between Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company and Fly For Good Travel Company, combining ministry-focused insurance experience with mission-airfare services for teams and individual travelers.
The organization’s core focus is helping mission travelers insure, book, and manage mission trips. Faith Ventures offers single-trip and multi-trip travel insurance options, including plans for short-term and longer travel needs. Its coverage information describes services such as accident and illness medical expenses, emergency medical evacuation, trip cancellation and interruption options, lost or delayed baggage support, travel assistance, and access to emergency help while traveling.
Faith Ventures serves churches, ministries, schools, mission workers, and mission teams traveling domestically and internationally. Its materials describe ministry travel that may involve a local disaster-relief project or a short-term mission trip halfway around the world. The organization’s trip resources and helpdesk are designed for people preparing to travel, leading groups, managing claims, or comparing coverage options before departure.
The organization operates through an online platform where travelers can compare plans, purchase coverage, request airfare quotes, file claims, and review travel-preparation resources. Faith Ventures also provides a helpdesk with articles on plan selection, claims, emergency situations, baggage issues, trip delays, mission airfare, and other travel concerns. Its airfare services are offered through experienced agents who work with individual travelers, small groups, and larger mission teams.
A distinctive part of Faith Ventures’ work is connecting practical travel protection with mission-focused service. The organization states that its team shares Christian values and wants to support the fulfillment of the Great Commission. Its public materials also describe a “Buy a Plan, Give a Meal” initiative, through which each purchased plan helps feed a refugee child on the border of Myanmar and Thailand through a partnership with Venture.
People can engage with Faith Ventures by purchasing a travel insurance plan, comparing short-term or long-term coverage options, requesting individual or group airfare quotes, using the trip-resources library, or contacting customer service before a mission trip. Travelers who experience a covered incident can also use Faith Ventures’ claims resources and emergency contact information to begin the claims process or seek assistance while away from home.
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Independent Christian ChurchPan de VidaPan de Vida is a Gospel-centered mercy ministry in Quito, Ecuador, serving children and families through…Pan de Vida
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established…
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established in the United States and serves through volunteer-based programs focused on hunger relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness, empowerment, and emergency relief. The ministry is located in Quito, Ecuador, and serves families living below the poverty line in the peripheral areas of Quito and other communities in Ecuador. Pan de Vida describes its work as helping children, parents, and families break the cycle of poverty while also inviting people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping them develop…
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile
Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established in the United States and serves through volunteer-based programs focused on hunger relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness, empowerment, and emergency relief.
The ministry is located in Quito, Ecuador, and serves families living below the poverty line in the peripheral areas of Quito and other communities in Ecuador. Pan de Vida describes its work as helping children, parents, and families break the cycle of poverty while also inviting people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping them develop their God-given potential.
Pan de Vida operates through a practical, community-facing ministry model. Its programs include Hunger Relief, Education, Health, Entrepreneurship, Shelter, and Emergency Relief. The hunger relief program includes preparing and distributing hot meals to people in need, while also sharing the Gospel. The education program supports children through school supplies, backpacks, youth camps, sports, and Vacation Bible School-style outreach.
The ministry’s health program provides medical access and health-related support for beneficiaries, including medical appointments, health fairs, basic screenings, vitamins for children, and attention to malnutrition. Its entrepreneurship program helps selected beneficiaries develop business ideas by providing seed capital in materials. The shelter program includes practical projects such as garbage removal and construction or improvement of bathrooms, kitchens, and small living spaces.
Pan de Vida has also responded to emergencies in Ecuador, including flood relief, earthquake recovery, support for Venezuelan immigrant families, and aid after local disasters. These responses have included food kits, emergency kits, shelters, hygiene kits, medical care, clothing, and other practical assistance. This disaster-response work fits the organization’s larger emphasis on meeting urgent needs while building relationships and long-term community trust.
People can engage with Pan de Vida by donating, volunteering in weekly feeding programs, serving in special programs, applying for internships, joining short-term mission teams, or exploring long-term missionary service. Volunteer and mission opportunities may include cooking, serving meals, playing with children, cleaning, construction projects, children’s programs, sports camps, microbusiness support, teen ministry, communication, planning, and logistics. Its distinct contribution is a Gospel-centered mercy ministry in Quito that combines evangelism, poverty relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness support, and volunteer mission opportunities.
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Church of ChristNorth Carolina School of Biblical StudiesNorth Carolina School of Biblical Studies (NCSBS) is a Clemmons, North Carolina preacher-training program overseen by…North Carolina School of Biblical Studies
North Carolina School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile North Carolina School of Biblical Studies (NCSBS) is a non-profit preacher-training program overseen by the elders of the Warners Chapel church of Christ. The school’s stated model combines two years of…
North Carolina School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile North Carolina School of Biblical Studies (NCSBS) is a non-profit preacher-training program overseen by the elders of the Warners Chapel church of Christ. The school’s stated model combines two years of biblical education with a two-year associate minister internship, aiming to help men develop the knowledge and skills needed for evangelistic preaching and congregational service. NCSBS is based in Clemmons, North Carolina, in the annex building of the Warners Chapel Church of Christ. The student handbook notes that the work is intended to strengthen brethren in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and throughout the world, reflecting both a regional emphasis and a broader vision for preparing workers who may serve wherever…
North Carolina School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile
North Carolina School of Biblical Studies (NCSBS) is a non-profit preacher-training program overseen by the elders of the Warners Chapel church of Christ. The school’s stated model combines two years of biblical education with a two-year associate minister internship, aiming to help men develop the knowledge and skills needed for evangelistic preaching and congregational service.
NCSBS is based in Clemmons, North Carolina, in the annex building of the Warners Chapel Church of Christ. The student handbook notes that the work is intended to strengthen brethren in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and throughout the world, reflecting both a regional emphasis and a broader vision for preparing workers who may serve wherever opportunities arise.
Academically, the school emphasizes courses “directly related to the work of the preacher and his family,” including biblical text study, apologetics, and homiletics. Course descriptions also describe a second educational focus: leadership studies for men who are or hope to become effective leaders (such as elders or deacons) in local congregations. This makes NCSBS relevant not only for full-time preaching goals, but also for men seeking grounded preparation for teaching and leadership.
NCSBS offers both on-campus and online learning. According to the school’s history and handbook, online classes began in Fall 2020, and on-campus classes began in August 2021. The website posts quarterly schedules and registrations, and also notes a regular chapel gathering on weekday mornings. As students progress, the internship phase is intended to provide supervised, hands-on experience in an associate minister role alongside a congregation and an experienced preacher.
Financially, NCSBS presents itself as accessible while still requiring students to provide key study tools. The school states there is no charge for tuition, with Warners Chapel bearing the majority of operational costs. Students are expected to have a usable laptop, obtain a NET Bible with full translators’ notes, and pay a $200 per quarter textbook charge as outlined in the enrollment information.
Those interested in engaging with NCSBS can start by reviewing the student handbook, current class schedule, and enrollment steps, then contacting the director to discuss admissions and start dates. Congregations and individuals who want to support the work can pray for students and instructors, encourage qualified men to pursue training, and help strengthen the ministry that provides structured instruction and internship opportunities under local-church oversight.
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Church of ChristNations UniversityNationsUniversity (NationsU) is a DEAC-accredited online Christian university with offices in New Orleans and Brentwood, offering…Nations University
NationsUniversity (NationsU) — Organization Profile NationsUniversity (often called NationsU) is a non-profit, distance-learning university providing accredited online Christian education with a focus on biblical and related studies. The institution maintains offices in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Brentwood, Tennessee, while delivering…
NationsUniversity (NationsU) — Organization Profile NationsUniversity (often called NationsU) is a non-profit, distance-learning university providing accredited online Christian education with a focus on biblical and related studies. The institution maintains offices in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Brentwood, Tennessee, while delivering its academic programs fully online for students located in the U.S. and around the world. NationsU states its mission as building authentic faith and training Christian leaders around the world through affordable, accessible higher education using distance learning. Its curriculum is designed to begin with the biblical text and aims to serve learners from a variety of backgrounds, including those pursuing ministry preparation, personal enrichment, or structured theological study alongside local-church leadership development. As an academic institution, NationsUniversity offers multiple…
NationsUniversity (NationsU) — Organization Profile
NationsUniversity (often called NationsU) is a non-profit, distance-learning university providing accredited online Christian education with a focus on biblical and related studies. The institution maintains offices in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Brentwood, Tennessee, while delivering its academic programs fully online for students located in the U.S. and around the world.
NationsU states its mission as building authentic faith and training Christian leaders around the world through affordable, accessible higher education using distance learning. Its curriculum is designed to begin with the biblical text and aims to serve learners from a variety of backgrounds, including those pursuing ministry preparation, personal enrichment, or structured theological study alongside local-church leadership development.
As an academic institution, NationsUniversity offers multiple program pathways that include undergraduate certificates and degrees as well as graduate and doctoral study. Core offerings include the Certificate in Biblical Studies, Certificate in Christian Ministry, Bachelor of Religious Studies, Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.), Master of Divinity (M.Div.), and a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.). NationsU describes its model as “a school without walls,” with students learning at their own pace and engaging course content from wherever they live.
NationsUniversity is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which it notes is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). For prospective students, the admissions process is presented as year-round, with clear guidance on applying, beginning coursework, and working with advisors and the registrar on transcripts, transfer credit, and graduation requirements.
Beyond traditional online delivery, NationsU also operates a Prison Services program that provides educational and spiritual opportunity for incarcerated students, including pathways to earn academic awards. This work depends on structured processes for applications, proctoring, and communication with facilities, reflecting an operational commitment to serve learners in settings where education access can be limited.
People can engage with NationsUniversity by applying as a student, sharing the program as a local-church leadership training option, or supporting the mission financially. Donor resources include online giving, recurring gifts, planned giving, and designated gifts, with donor relations support available by phone for questions about giving and stewardship-related options.
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Independent Christian ChurchCentral Brazil MissionCentral Brazil Mission serves remote Amazon communities through medical boat trips, dental care, nutrition projects, leadership…Central Brazil Mission
Central Brazil Mission — Organization Profile Central Brazil Mission (CBM) is a Christian mission organization connected with Project Amazonas: Christ, Life and Health. The ministry was developed through the long-term missionary work of Earl and Ruth Anne Haubner, who began…
Central Brazil Mission — Organization Profile Central Brazil Mission (CBM) is a Christian mission organization connected with Project Amazonas: Christ, Life and Health. The ministry was developed through the long-term missionary work of Earl and Ruth Anne Haubner, who began serving in Brazil in 1969. CBM’s public materials describe a ministry focused on sharing Christ while meeting medical, dental, nutritional, leadership, and community needs among people in Brazil’s Amazon region. The mission serves communities in Brazil, with special focus on the State of Amazonas, Manaus, São Sebastião, remote Amazon River villages, and communities accessible primarily by boat. CBM’s work also has roots in Goiânia, Brazil, where the Haubners’ earlier church planting and leadership training work helped develop Brazilian leaders for…
Central Brazil Mission — Organization Profile
Central Brazil Mission (CBM) is a Christian mission organization connected with Project Amazonas: Christ, Life and Health. The ministry was developed through the long-term missionary work of Earl and Ruth Anne Haubner, who began serving in Brazil in 1969. CBM’s public materials describe a ministry focused on sharing Christ while meeting medical, dental, nutritional, leadership, and community needs among people in Brazil’s Amazon region.
The mission serves communities in Brazil, with special focus on the State of Amazonas, Manaus, São Sebastião, remote Amazon River villages, and communities accessible primarily by boat. CBM’s work also has roots in Goiânia, Brazil, where the Haubners’ earlier church planting and leadership training work helped develop Brazilian leaders for local churches and Amazon ministry. The organization’s U.S. forwarding address is listed in Springfield, Ohio.
CBM operates through what it calls Project Amazonas: Christ, Life and Health. Its Amazon ministry is organized around several major areas, including medical boat ministry, nutrition work, children’s soccer outreach, construction projects, leadership training, and church planting. The organization states that its medical boat ministry allows teams to reach villages that otherwise have little access to regular medical or dental care. Visits often include medical treatment, dental care, vitamins, eye care, worship gatherings, and follow-up relationships with local leaders.
A central distinctive of CBM is its use of boat-based ministry to serve remote Amazon communities while training and supporting Brazilian Christian leaders. The mission explains that Project Amazonas depends on short-term mission teams from the United States for funding, supplies, and manpower, while the village missionaries and Amazon-region program leaders are Brazilians trained through Central Brazil Mission. This structure allows the work to combine outside support with local leadership and long-term presence.
CBM’s ministry also includes construction support for church buildings and houses for Brazilian missionaries in remote villages. Its nutrition work has included greenhouse projects designed to help improve diet and provide local income opportunities, while its children’s soccer outreach seeks to build character and evangelize through Brazil’s strong soccer culture. The organization has also described an aviation vision intended to reduce travel time, reach distant communities, support pastors and missionaries, transport medical workers, and assist in emergency situations.
People can engage with Central Brazil Mission by praying for the Amazon team, supporting the mission financially, donating needed medical supplies, joining a short-term Amazon boat trip, connecting with the mission about future trip dates, or contacting Earl Haubner or Michael Haubner directly. CBM lists scheduled and planned boat trips years in advance and invites churches, individuals, medical workers, dental workers, and other volunteers to participate in the work of serving remote communities along the Amazon and its tributaries.
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EducationLouisville Bible CollegeLouisville Bible College (LBC) is a Bible college in southeast Louisville, Kentucky, offering ministry-focused degrees and…Louisville Bible College
Louisville Bible College — Organization Profile Louisville Bible College (LBC) is a private, co-educational Bible college founded in 1948 to serve the training needs of Christ’s Church. Based in southeast Louisville, Kentucky, LBC centers its academic life on Scripture and…
Louisville Bible College — Organization Profile Louisville Bible College (LBC) is a private, co-educational Bible college founded in 1948 to serve the training needs of Christ’s Church. Based in southeast Louisville, Kentucky, LBC centers its academic life on Scripture and ministry preparation, with an institutional mission “to educate preachers and other Christian leaders for Christ’s Church.” The school operates as a religious institution authorized to grant degrees in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, with an exemption letter on file with the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. LBC’s programs are designed for students pursuing church leadership and ministry service, whether they are preparing for preaching, Christian education, or broader congregational leadership. Its academic offerings include the Certificate of Christian Leadership, associate degrees…
Louisville Bible College — Organization Profile
Louisville Bible College (LBC) is a private, co-educational Bible college founded in 1948 to serve the training needs of Christ’s Church. Based in southeast Louisville, Kentucky, LBC centers its academic life on Scripture and ministry preparation, with an institutional mission “to educate preachers and other Christian leaders for Christ’s Church.” The school operates as a religious institution authorized to grant degrees in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, with an exemption letter on file with the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education.
LBC’s programs are designed for students pursuing church leadership and ministry service, whether they are preparing for preaching, Christian education, or broader congregational leadership. Its academic offerings include the Certificate of Christian Leadership, associate degrees (including Sacred Literature and Christian Education), bachelor’s degrees focused on Bible with ministry concentrations, and the Master of Sacred Literature. Across these pathways, LBC emphasizes biblical and practical ministry formation intended to support long-term service in local churches and related Christian work.
Instruction is delivered through multiple scheduling formats, including semester classes and short, intensive modules. LBC also lists outreach classes as part of its approach to making training accessible for students who may be balancing ministry, work, and family responsibilities. In addition to coursework, the college highlights chapel gatherings and student support processes such as academic advising, aiming to help students plan their degree path and prepare for ministry opportunities.
Because LBC’s primary focus is training leaders for congregational ministry, it also provides services that connect churches with ministry candidates. One example is its Open Ministry List, which allows congregations seeking a preacher to submit information for distribution. LBC also curates a podcasts page featuring links to alumni-created resources, reflecting the school’s interest in ongoing encouragement and ministry communication beyond the classroom.
People can engage with Louisville Bible College in several practical ways: prospective students can complete the admissions application and connect with the school for next steps; churches and individuals can support the mission through donations; and ministry leaders can utilize LBC’s resources for staffing and training connections. From Louisville, Kentucky, LBC serves students and churches across Kentucky and surrounding regions through its degree programs, ministry-focused learning formats, and church-facing services.
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Church of ChristLads to Leaders (L2L)Lads to Leaders (L2L) is a Montgomery, Alabama-based leadership training program used by churches of Christ…Lads to Leaders (L2L)
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968,…
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968, L2L exists to develop youth into Christian leaders through Bible-centered learning, training, and opportunities to practice ministry skills in age-appropriate ways. L2L is based in Montgomery, Alabama, and serves churches across the United States and internationally through a national support structure and multiple regional convention locations. The program is designed to be adaptable at the congregational level, giving local churches a framework they can use year-round to help children, teens, and adults build confidence in Scripture, worship leadership, and service.…
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile
Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968, L2L exists to develop youth into Christian leaders through Bible-centered learning, training, and opportunities to practice ministry skills in age-appropriate ways.
L2L is based in Montgomery, Alabama, and serves churches across the United States and internationally through a national support structure and multiple regional convention locations. The program is designed to be adaptable at the congregational level, giving local churches a framework they can use year-round to help children, teens, and adults build confidence in Scripture, worship leadership, and service.
Rather than operating as a single weekend event, L2L emphasizes year-round leadership training tools that congregations can shape to their context. Churches use L2L materials and event pathways to help participants grow in Bible knowledge and Christian character while also practicing skills that benefit congregational life—such as public reading, speaking, leading songs, teaching, and other forms of participation. L2L describes its approach as providing Bible-based class materials and events for preschoolers through adults, giving families and church groups shared goals and a consistent discipleship rhythm.
L2L also includes structured learning and participation areas that many churches recognize. Examples of these pathways include Bible knowledge and study components (such as Bible Bowl and Pearls) as well as participation options that encourage practice and preparation across the year. L2L provides training materials for judges and volunteers, along with documentation and guidance that helps churches coordinate participation responsibly.
Engagement with L2L typically starts through a local church leader or group leader, since registration and participation are organized at the group level. Churches can request introductory materials, schedule an introductory meeting with an L2L representative, and build a plan for implementing L2L within their congregation. Supporters can also partner with L2L financially through its donation pathways, helping sustain resources, staffing, and the program’s broader service to churches.
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Independent Christian ChurchHis Hands Construction Inc.His Hands Construction Inc. provides construction training, local employment support, mission-team service, and practical Christian outreach…His Hands Construction Inc.
His Hands Construction Inc. — Organization Profile His Hands Construction Inc., presented publicly as HIS Hands Construction Mission, is a Christian nonprofit based in Richwood, Ohio. The organization provides construction-related mission service and hands-on job training, with a stated concern…
His Hands Construction Inc. — Organization Profile His Hands Construction Inc., presented publicly as HIS Hands Construction Mission, is a Christian nonprofit based in Richwood, Ohio. The organization provides construction-related mission service and hands-on job training, with a stated concern for helping people see good works and glorify God, drawn from Matthew 5:16. The organization’s core focus is providing on-the-job construction training and practical mission support for individuals in developing-country contexts. Its website describes a commitment to high-quality service, strong client relationships, punctuality, and the hiring and training of local Hondurans. The ministry emphasizes competitive pay, hands-on training opportunities, and practical skill development in the construction industry. His Hands Construction Inc. is based in Richwood, Ohio, with ministry activity publicly…
His Hands Construction Inc. — Organization Profile
His Hands Construction Inc., presented publicly as HIS Hands Construction Mission, is a Christian nonprofit based in Richwood, Ohio. The organization provides construction-related mission service and hands-on job training, with a stated concern for helping people see good works and glorify God, drawn from Matthew 5:16.
The organization’s core focus is providing on-the-job construction training and practical mission support for individuals in developing-country contexts. Its website describes a commitment to high-quality service, strong client relationships, punctuality, and the hiring and training of local Hondurans. The ministry emphasizes competitive pay, hands-on training opportunities, and practical skill development in the construction industry.
His Hands Construction Inc. is based in Richwood, Ohio, with ministry activity publicly connected to Honduras and planned expansion needs connected to Panama. Its missions page identifies several mission team areas, including chiropractic, education, construction, general service, and medical outreach. These categories show a broader mission-team model that includes practical care and community service alongside construction work.
The organization operates through project-based construction service, local worker training, and mission teams. Its public materials invite people to request construction quotes, join mission teams, and support active projects. Current listed support needs include campus updates, a truck for expansion, a family fund for medical and educational assistance to families the organization employs, church planting, and a medical clinic in Panama.
A distinctive part of His Hands Construction Inc.’s approach is combining construction skill training, local employment, mission-team service, and Christian witness. Rather than presenting construction only as a building service, the organization frames its work as a way to provide hands-on training, create job opportunities, support families, and serve communities through practical projects. Its prayer requests also reflect dependence on open hearts, safety, willing students and workers, government favor, and financial support.
People can engage with His Hands Construction Inc. by praying, giving, contacting the ministry, requesting more information, joining a mission team, subscribing to updates, or supporting listed project needs. Donations can be made online, by phone, by mail, or in person by arrangement. Supporters can also follow the organization’s public social channels for updates related to construction, mission teams, and ongoing work.
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Church of ChristTri-Cities School of Preaching LectureshipThe Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship is an annual, theme-based week of Bible teaching connected to…Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship
Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship — Organization Profile The Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development (often abbreviated TCSOP&CD) is a preacher-training work overseen by the Stoney Creek church of Christ. Based in Elizabethton, Tennessee, the school focuses on developing…
Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship — Organization Profile The Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development (often abbreviated TCSOP&CD) is a preacher-training work overseen by the Stoney Creek church of Christ. Based in Elizabethton, Tennessee, the school focuses on developing “men of the Book” through a structured program of Bible instruction, ministry preparation, and opportunities to practice teaching and evangelism. Within that broader purpose, the Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship is an annual, theme-centered week of Bible teaching hosted through the school. The lectureship is designed as an area-wide gathering where lessons are organized around a unified topic and presented by a mix of current students, alumni, and other speakers. This structure allows the lectureship to serve both as encouragement…
Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship — Organization Profile
The Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development (often abbreviated TCSOP&CD) is a preacher-training work overseen by the Stoney Creek church of Christ. Based in Elizabethton, Tennessee, the school focuses on developing “men of the Book” through a structured program of Bible instruction, ministry preparation, and opportunities to practice teaching and evangelism.
Within that broader purpose, the Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship is an annual, theme-centered week of Bible teaching hosted through the school. The lectureship is designed as an area-wide gathering where lessons are organized around a unified topic and presented by a mix of current students, alumni, and other speakers. This structure allows the lectureship to serve both as encouragement for congregations and as a public window into the kind of training the school provides.
The lectureship also reflects the school’s emphasis on developing communicators who can teach clearly in multiple settings. TCSOP&CD highlights instruction in general Bible knowledge, apologetics, preacher development, and writing, along with hands-on practice in written and digital evangelism through its media capabilities. In that context, lectureship preaching and teaching is not simply a series of talks—it aligns with the school’s goal of forming workers who can communicate Scripture effectively to the church and to the world.
Another distinctive is the community aspect that comes with the lectureship week. TCSOP&CD notes a special dinner during the lectureship that honors friends and families who have supported the school over time. This kind of shared fellowship underscores how the school functions as a congregationally connected ministry, supported by relationships with churches and individuals who value gospel preaching and teaching.
Because the school’s work is closely tied to local church life, the lectureship is intended to be useful beyond a single week on the calendar. Churches can draw from lectureship teaching as a model for theme-driven study, use recorded lessons for classes or training, and connect with TCSOP&CD to learn more about its curriculum and ministry resources. For individuals, the lectureship can be a meaningful entry point for ongoing learning—especially for those exploring Bible training or looking to strengthen their ability to teach.
People can engage with the Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship by attending when available, sharing the school’s teaching resources with their congregation, and supporting the school’s work through prayer and giving. For churches that want to encourage future preachers, one practical way to partner is to recommend students, support student needs, and stay connected to the school’s teaching and media outlets.
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Church of ChristBear Valley Bible Institute LectureshipBear Valley Bible Institute’s Lectureship is an annual Bible teaching series connected to BVBI’s preacher training…Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship
Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship — Organization Profile Bear Valley Bible Institute (BVBI) is a ministry training school focused on preparing students to preach, teach, and serve in the local church through concentrated Bible study. Based in Denver, Colorado, BVBI…
Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship — Organization Profile Bear Valley Bible Institute (BVBI) is a ministry training school focused on preparing students to preach, teach, and serve in the local church through concentrated Bible study. Based in Denver, Colorado, BVBI describes its teaching as anchored in Scripture and aimed at shaping leaders who handle God’s Word with clarity and conviction. Within that broader mission, the Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship (often referred to as the “Bear Valley Lectures”) serves as an annual concentrated series of Bible lessons connected to the school’s work. The lectureship is designed to provide structured instruction around a biblical theme, drawing on multiple speakers and sessions that support preaching, teaching, and deeper engagement with the text…
Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship — Organization Profile
Bear Valley Bible Institute (BVBI) is a ministry training school focused on preparing students to preach, teach, and serve in the local church through concentrated Bible study. Based in Denver, Colorado, BVBI describes its teaching as anchored in Scripture and aimed at shaping leaders who handle God’s Word with clarity and conviction.
Within that broader mission, the Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship (often referred to as the “Bear Valley Lectures”) serves as an annual concentrated series of Bible lessons connected to the school’s work. The lectureship is designed to provide structured instruction around a biblical theme, drawing on multiple speakers and sessions that support preaching, teaching, and deeper engagement with the text of Scripture.
A distinctive feature of the BVBI Lectureship is its commitment to making teaching accessible beyond the on-site experience. BVBI publishes lectureship resources through its online platforms, including audio and other materials associated with lectureship lessons. This makes the lectureship useful as an ongoing reference point for sermon preparation, personal study, or congregational classes—especially for those who want organized teaching tied to a single book or theme.
The lectureship also reflects BVBI’s broader emphasis on equipping workers for ministry through intensive biblical coursework. BVBI’s core programs include a two-year preaching program and graduate-level study, alongside ongoing resources intended to support continuing education. The lectureship sits naturally within this ecosystem: it gathers focused instruction in a way that complements the school’s classroom training and its wider publishing and media efforts.
BVBI’s ministry is not limited to Denver. Through its international schools initiative, the institute partners with local teachers and supporters to help train preachers and church leaders in multiple settings outside the United States. In that sense, BVBI’s lectureship materials can serve people well beyond the local campus, reinforcing a broader reach that includes both U.S.-based congregations and international training efforts.
Ways to engage with the BVBI Lectureship include using the published lessons for ongoing study, sharing resources with ministry teams, and supporting the institute’s work through giving and partnership. Those who want to connect directly can contact BVBI for guidance on programs, resources, and how the lectureship materials can strengthen preaching and teaching in the church.
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Independent Christian ChurchVillage MissionsVillage Missions places and supports missionary pastors in rural North American churches through long-term pastoral ministry,…Village Missions
Village Missions — Organization Profile Village Missions is a Christian mission organization focused on helping country churches thrive by placing full-time missionary pastors in rural communities. The ministry exists to glorify Jesus Christ by developing spiritually vital country churches, especially…
Village Missions — Organization Profile Village Missions is a Christian mission organization focused on helping country churches thrive by placing full-time missionary pastors in rural communities. The ministry exists to glorify Jesus Christ by developing spiritually vital country churches, especially in small towns and rural areas where congregations may otherwise struggle to secure pastoral leadership or remain open. Founded in 1948, Village Missions serves rural North America, including the United States and Canada. Its work centers on local churches that invite Village Missions to provide pastoral leadership. The organization places spiritually qualified missionary-pastors in these congregations, where they preach, teach, provide pastoral care, and build relationships across the wider community. The ministry’s model is built around long-term pastoral presence in…
Village Missions — Organization Profile
Village Missions is a Christian mission organization focused on helping country churches thrive by placing full-time missionary pastors in rural communities. The ministry exists to glorify Jesus Christ by developing spiritually vital country churches, especially in small towns and rural areas where congregations may otherwise struggle to secure pastoral leadership or remain open.
Founded in 1948, Village Missions serves rural North America, including the United States and Canada. Its work centers on local churches that invite Village Missions to provide pastoral leadership. The organization places spiritually qualified missionary-pastors in these congregations, where they preach, teach, provide pastoral care, and build relationships across the wider community.
The ministry’s model is built around long-term pastoral presence in small-town and country churches. Village Missionaries are not sent only to lead Sunday services; they are expected to become part of the life of the community through home visits, Bible studies, youth and adult activities, Vacation Bible Schools, discipleship, and other local ministry opportunities. Many also serve in civic and community roles such as coaching, teaching, volunteering, or helping with local needs.
Village Missions operates through a support structure that includes recruiting, equipping, sending, and caring for missionary pastors and interns. District Representatives visit and encourage missionaries, while staff conferences provide ongoing training and refreshment. The organization also supports future rural ministry leaders through internships, pastoral application pathways, and leadership-development efforts such as the Contenders Discipleship Initiative and Rural Ministry Leadership resources.
The ministry is based in Dallas, Oregon, with additional Canadian leadership connected to Village Missions Canada. Its church-locator resources identify Village Missions churches across numerous U.S. states and Canadian provinces, reflecting the organization’s emphasis on preserving a gospel presence in rural communities throughout North America.
People can engage with Village Missions by praying, giving, becoming a prayer partner, subscribing to Country Matters Magazine, applying for an internship, applying to serve as a Village Missionary pastor, sponsoring Vacation Bible School, supporting specific missionaries or projects, or connecting through strategic rural ministry resources. Churches and ministry leaders can also learn through Village Missions’ rural ministry websites, conferences, books, and leadership-development materials.
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Church of ChristRENEW.org Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple MakingRENEW.org equips church leaders with resources and a 12-month Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making (LATDM)…RENEW.org Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making
RENEW.org Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making — Organization Profile RENEW.org is a collaborative Christian network that publishes resources and hosts events aimed at renewing Jesus’ teachings to fuel disciple making. The organization serves church leaders and everyday disciples who…
RENEW.org Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making — Organization Profile RENEW.org is a collaborative Christian network that publishes resources and hosts events aimed at renewing Jesus’ teachings to fuel disciple making. The organization serves church leaders and everyday disciples who want a clearer, more faithful approach to following Jesus and helping others follow him. Through articles, videos, podcasts, learning opportunities, and curated tools, RENEW.org focuses on practical formation and church health with a consistent emphasis on disciple making. A key equipping initiative from RENEW.org is the Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making (LATDM), a structured pathway designed to help a local church move toward a disciple making culture. The training is described as a 12-month process that aligns a church’s…
RENEW.org Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making — Organization Profile
RENEW.org is a collaborative Christian network that publishes resources and hosts events aimed at renewing Jesus’ teachings to fuel disciple making. The organization serves church leaders and everyday disciples who want a clearer, more faithful approach to following Jesus and helping others follow him. Through articles, videos, podcasts, learning opportunities, and curated tools, RENEW.org focuses on practical formation and church health with a consistent emphasis on disciple making.
A key equipping initiative from RENEW.org is the Leadership Alignment Training for Disciple Making (LATDM), a structured pathway designed to help a local church move toward a disciple making culture. The training is described as a 12-month process that aligns a church’s key leaders around theologically rich, relationally healthy disciple making. It is built for lead ministers/pastors and their leadership teams who want to unify around mission and method, rather than pursuing disconnected programs.
LATDM emphasizes six areas of alignment: preparation (including prayer and fasting), mission, theology, philosophy, organization, and relationships. In practice, that means leaders are guided toward shared clarity on what disciple making is, what the church is aiming for, and how to structure ministry to support it. The training also points leaders to RENEW.org’s theological summary (faith statement) as a reference point for doctrinal consistency across the team.
The experience is delivered as a training and mentoring journey with monthly meetings over roughly 10–12 months. Participants receive the RENEW.org training manual, ongoing mentoring from a RENEW.org-trained lead minister/pastor, and disciple making curriculum. The process also incorporates readings for the team and simple assessments, with the goal of helping churches change their “DNA” toward Jesus-style disciple making and establish systems that support long-term health rather than short-lived momentum.
RENEW.org’s leadership and content reflect its network approach. Bobby Harrington, a cofounder and point leader of RENEW.org, is also the founding and lead pastor of Harpeth Christian Church, located just outside Nashville (Tennessee). LATDM is positioned for churches across North America, especially those seeking practical coaching to strengthen alignment and reduce confusion or division as they pursue a disciple making mission.
Churches and leaders can engage with RENEW.org by exploring resources, joining the newsletter, attending gatherings or learning communities, and supporting the ministry financially. For those interested specifically in LATDM, the next step is simple: contact RENEW.org to begin the conversation and learn how the training is scheduled and implemented with a leadership team.
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Church of ChristAfrican Christian CollegeAfrican Christian College (ACC) is a residential Christian college in Eswatini offering an accredited Bachelor of…African Christian College
African Christian College — Organization Profile African Christian College (ACC) is a Christian higher-education institution offering accredited, undergraduate-level theological training in Southern Africa. The college states that it exists to glorify God by equipping students for excellent service in God’s…
African Christian College — Organization Profile African Christian College (ACC) is a Christian higher-education institution offering accredited, undergraduate-level theological training in Southern Africa. The college states that it exists to glorify God by equipping students for excellent service in God’s kingdom, with an emphasis on developing leaders for church and community contexts. ACC traces its work back to 1967 and notes that it was originally known as Manzini Bible School before becoming African Christian College in 2007. ACC is based in the Kingdom of Eswatini, with its campus located at Past Tubungu Estates, Matsapha, and a mailing address in Manzini (M200). The college serves students drawn from across Africa, describing a multi-nation student body shaped by communal learning, worship, and…
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African Christian College (ACC) is a Christian higher-education institution offering accredited, undergraduate-level theological training in Southern Africa. The college states that it exists to glorify God by equipping students for excellent service in God’s kingdom, with an emphasis on developing leaders for church and community contexts. ACC traces its work back to 1967 and notes that it was originally known as Manzini Bible School before becoming African Christian College in 2007.
ACC is based in the Kingdom of Eswatini, with its campus located at Past Tubungu Estates, Matsapha, and a mailing address in Manzini (M200). The college serves students drawn from across Africa, describing a multi-nation student body shaped by communal learning, worship, and practical formation. As a residential program, ACC’s model includes shared campus life designed to support spiritual formation, academic development, and leadership readiness.
A central academic offering is ACC’s Bachelor of Theology (BTh), described as the college’s flagship program. ACC presents the degree as a fully residential, four-year program organized into three 12-week trimesters each year. The program purpose is clear: equipping transformational leaders for the church and community, with coursework spanning biblical studies, theology, ministry, leadership, and core competencies such as communication, entrepreneurship, and financial accountability.
A distinctive operational feature is ACC’s Tuition Assurance (Work-Study) program. Rather than charging standard tuition, ACC states that a combination of student work and scholarships covers student costs, with students working set weekly hours on campus in exchange for tuition, meals, and accommodation during class weeks. Work assignments include practical campus operations such as orchards, gardens, library, landscaping, market, offices, and cleaning—intended to build real-world skills while keeping higher education accessible.
ACC also describes an approach of entrepreneurial stewardship that supports its educational mission through revenue-generating assets. One highlighted initiative is the Tree of Life project—macadamia orchards on campus that provide student work opportunities and help offset costs. This framework connects ACC’s financial model, student formation, and community engagement in a way that is integrated with its Christian identity and leadership aims.
People who want to engage with ACC can explore admissions for upcoming intakes, connect through campus offices, and support the college through giving channels. ACC also provides public contact options in Eswatini and the United States, along with official social media links for updates and stories from the ACC community.
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Church of ChristSiburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU)Siburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU) equips church leaders through consulting, ministry transition support, research tools,…Siburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU)
Siburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU) — Organization Profile The Siburt Institute for Church Ministry is a church-serving center housed at Abilene Christian University. Based in Abilene, Texas, the Institute exists to equip and serve church leaders and other Christ-followers…
Siburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU) — Organization Profile The Siburt Institute for Church Ministry is a church-serving center housed at Abilene Christian University. Based in Abilene, Texas, the Institute exists to equip and serve church leaders and other Christ-followers for God’s mission in the world, building on ACU’s long-standing commitment to support local congregations through thoughtful resources and practical ministry partnership. Siburt’s work combines theological reflection with on-the-ground support for ministry leadership. The Institute provides consulting and coaching to help churches and leadership teams address real-world challenges such as vision clarity, leadership systems, discipleship formation, and congregational health. Through these services, Siburt aims to be a constructive “conversation partner” for elders, ministers, and ministry teams who want help leading…
Siburt Institute for Church Ministry (ACU) — Organization Profile
The Siburt Institute for Church Ministry is a church-serving center housed at Abilene Christian University. Based in Abilene, Texas, the Institute exists to equip and serve church leaders and other Christ-followers for God’s mission in the world, building on ACU’s long-standing commitment to support local congregations through thoughtful resources and practical ministry partnership.
Siburt’s work combines theological reflection with on-the-ground support for ministry leadership. The Institute provides consulting and coaching to help churches and leadership teams address real-world challenges such as vision clarity, leadership systems, discipleship formation, and congregational health. Through these services, Siburt aims to be a constructive “conversation partner” for elders, ministers, and ministry teams who want help leading faithfully in complex contexts.
One of the Institute’s distinctives is its focus on ministry transitions and leadership support systems. Siburt convenes a network sometimes referred to as a “Looking Team” to help connect churches and ministers during seasons of change, and it hosts MinistryLink, a job board designed to assist churches posting openings and ministers exploring new roles. These resources are structured to help churches approach change with intentionality rather than urgency, and to support healthier outcomes for both congregations and leaders.
Siburt also contributes to the wider church through publishing and media. The Institute produces Mosaic, a blog curating reflections on Christian leadership, spiritual vitality, and cultural engagement, and it supports Discernment, an open-access journal focused on theology and the practice of ministry. In addition, the “Live from the Siburt Institute” podcast features conversations with church leaders and scholars, offering accessible insight for ongoing learning and ministry development.
Research and practical tools are another pillar of Siburt’s work. The Institute has developed resources such as the Church Health Assessment and gathers data through projects like the Ministers’ Salary Survey. These tools are designed to help churches and leaders make wise decisions informed by clear information, and they support broader conversations about resilience, sustainability, and long-term congregational flourishing.
Siburt serves leaders beyond its home campus through online resources, published materials, consulting, and networks. While rooted in West Texas, the Institute’s resourcing and partnerships reach churches and leaders across the United States and beyond through digital access and national connections. Churches and individuals can engage by using Siburt’s tools, subscribing to its content, requesting consultation, supporting its work financially, and sharing resources within their leadership teams.
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ConferencesUncommon Men’s ConferenceUncommon Men’s Conference is a multi-site men’s ministry conference hosted by churches nationwide, designed to call…Uncommon Men’s Conference
Uncommon Men’s Conference — Organization Profile Uncommon Men’s Conference (often referred to simply as Uncommon) is a multi-site men’s ministry conference that operates as a nationwide movement calling men to pursue God and resist “ordinary” patterns of life. Uncommon’s messaging…
Uncommon Men’s Conference — Organization Profile Uncommon Men’s Conference (often referred to simply as Uncommon) is a multi-site men’s ministry conference that operates as a nationwide movement calling men to pursue God and resist “ordinary” patterns of life. Uncommon’s messaging focuses on helping men grow as disciples of Jesus and as husbands and fathers, with sessions and experiences intended to challenge character, strengthen faith, and encourage committed, everyday obedience. A defining feature of Uncommon is its distributed model. Rather than functioning as one centralized event in a single city, Uncommon is hosted independently by churches across the country, and registration is handled through each host site’s local church platform. This structure allows churches to serve their region while participating in…
Uncommon Men’s Conference — Organization Profile
Uncommon Men’s Conference (often referred to simply as Uncommon) is a multi-site men’s ministry conference that operates as a nationwide movement calling men to pursue God and resist “ordinary” patterns of life. Uncommon’s messaging focuses on helping men grow as disciples of Jesus and as husbands and fathers, with sessions and experiences intended to challenge character, strengthen faith, and encourage committed, everyday obedience.
A defining feature of Uncommon is its distributed model. Rather than functioning as one centralized event in a single city, Uncommon is hosted independently by churches across the country, and registration is handled through each host site’s local church platform. This structure allows churches to serve their region while participating in a shared conference identity and content approach.
Uncommon events commonly include main sessions built around biblical teaching and practical application, along with opportunities for men to connect with one another. Many host sites also create space for fellowship through activities, food, and men’s ministry moments that help attendees build relationships beyond the sessions. The goal is not only an impactful weekend, but a catalyst for ongoing discipleship, accountability, and spiritual leadership in the home and church.
For churches interested in participating, Uncommon provides a pathway for becoming a host site. The conference’s host guidance highlights commitments that emphasize discipleship relationships after the event, timely responses during the conference experience, and a posture of serving other churches—reinforcing that the conference is intended to be a blessing across congregations rather than “owned” by any one local church.
Uncommon also maintains a speaker listing that features past and current conference communicators, offering churches and attendees a sense of the kinds of teaching voices they can expect. While individual speaker lineups can vary by site and season, Uncommon’s consistent emphasis is calling men to pursue God with conviction and integrity and to take concrete steps toward spiritual maturity.
Uncommon is presented online through ChooseUncommon.com, and its conference materials and site directory indicate a connection with Crossing Church in Quincy, Illinois, while the hosting footprint spans churches across the United States (and occasional international locations listed in the host directory). Individuals can engage by attending through a nearby host site, and churches can engage by exploring the host interest process and partnering to bring the conference to their region.
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Independent Christian ChurchAmerican Indian Christian MissionAmerican Indian Christian Mission serves Native communities in Arizona through a Christ-centered boarding school, family outreach,…American Indian Christian Mission
American Indian Christian Mission — Organization Profile American Indian Christian Mission is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on evangelizing and equipping Native Americans for Christ. The ministry is often identified by the abbreviation AICM and describes its work through a…
American Indian Christian Mission — Organization Profile American Indian Christian Mission is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on evangelizing and equipping Native Americans for Christ. The ministry is often identified by the abbreviation AICM and describes its work through a three-fold focus: the AICM boarding school, outreach to families of students, and the Apache Christian Connection, also known as the Blue Bus ministry. Its stated purpose is to help Native Americans hear the gospel, grow in Christ, and be equipped for lasting influence in their communities. AICM is based in Show Low, Arizona, and its ministry focuses especially on the Navajo and White Mountain Apache people. The organization serves Native communities in the White Mountains of Arizona, including outreach connected…
American Indian Christian Mission — Organization Profile
American Indian Christian Mission is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on evangelizing and equipping Native Americans for Christ. The ministry is often identified by the abbreviation AICM and describes its work through a three-fold focus: the AICM boarding school, outreach to families of students, and the Apache Christian Connection, also known as the Blue Bus ministry. Its stated purpose is to help Native Americans hear the gospel, grow in Christ, and be equipped for lasting influence in their communities.
AICM is based in Show Low, Arizona, and its ministry focuses especially on the Navajo and White Mountain Apache people. The organization serves Native communities in the White Mountains of Arizona, including outreach connected with the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. AICM’s campus provides a residential school environment, while its outreach ministries extend beyond campus to families, churches, and reservation communities.
The American Indian Christian School began in 1985 and serves students through a Christ-centered boarding school model. AICM states that the school is designed to produce well-educated Christian leaders who can positively affect their communities and culture. Students live on the mission campus during the school week and return home on weekends. The school provides classes for students in third through ninth grade, along with housing, meals, transportation, chapel, Bible classes, and daily care from Christian staff and house parents.
AICM also operates family outreach that takes the gospel directly to the families of students. The ministry’s stated concern is that long-term change requires reaching the home, not only providing care while students are on campus. Through this work, staff and volunteers seek to build relationships with families, encourage students’ parents and relatives, and connect the school’s ministry with the broader life of Native communities.
Another major part of AICM’s work is the Apache Christian Connection, or Blue Bus ministry, which reaches children and families on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. AICM uses converted blue buses to visit locations on the reservation several days a week, year-round. Children are picked up for Bible stories, games, crafts, and relationship-building, and families are invited to connect with White Mountain Apache Christian Church or Cibecue Christian Church.
People can engage with American Indian Christian Mission by praying, giving, sponsoring a child, volunteering on campus, serving with a ministry team, applying for employment, or helping meet department needs. AICM offers short-term ministry team opportunities for groups who want cross-cultural ministry experience in the White Mountains of Arizona, and it also welcomes volunteers who can assist with students, campus projects, maintenance, and weekly reservation outreach.
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ConsultingD Vaughan ConsultingD Vaughan Consulting provides church coaching, leadership development, and congregational health consulting for churches across the…D Vaughan Consulting
D Vaughan Consulting — Organization Profile D Vaughan Consulting is a ministry coaching and church consulting organization focused on helping congregations become healthier and more effective in their mission. Founded by David Vaughan, the organization provides consulting, coaching, assessments, and…
D Vaughan Consulting — Organization Profile D Vaughan Consulting is a ministry coaching and church consulting organization focused on helping congregations become healthier and more effective in their mission. Founded by David Vaughan, the organization provides consulting, coaching, assessments, and strategic guidance for churches seeking renewed leadership systems, healthier congregational culture, and sustainable ministry growth. The organization is based in Summerville, South Carolina, and works with churches and ministry leaders across the United States. The organization’s mission centers on developing healthy churches and strengthening senior church leaders through practical coaching and organizational assessment. D Vaughan Consulting works primarily with Christian churches and ministry leadership teams that are navigating seasons of transition, stagnation, growth challenges, leadership crises, or succession planning. Its…
D Vaughan Consulting — Organization Profile
D Vaughan Consulting is a ministry coaching and church consulting organization focused on helping congregations become healthier and more effective in their mission. Founded by David Vaughan, the organization provides consulting, coaching, assessments, and strategic guidance for churches seeking renewed leadership systems, healthier congregational culture, and sustainable ministry growth. The organization is based in Summerville, South Carolina, and works with churches and ministry leaders across the United States.
The organization’s mission centers on developing healthy churches and strengthening senior church leaders through practical coaching and organizational assessment. D Vaughan Consulting works primarily with Christian churches and ministry leadership teams that are navigating seasons of transition, stagnation, growth challenges, leadership crises, or succession planning. Its approach combines ministry experience, leadership coaching, and organizational systems thinking to help churches improve both spiritual and operational health.
Founder David Vaughan brings decades of ministry leadership experience to the consulting practice. Before launching D Vaughan Consulting full time, Vaughan served for approximately twenty years at Whitewater Crossing Christian Church in the Cincinnati area, where he led organizational and congregational revitalization efforts. He also serves as Program Director for the Healthy Church Initiative with the Christian Church Leadership Network (CCLN). His ministry background includes previous leadership roles in Kentucky, Virginia, Mississippi, and Ohio.
D Vaughan Consulting offers several structured ministry services and programs. These include Church Health Assessments, strategic planning support, leadership coaching, and “Church Working Right” retreats designed to help churches evaluate systems, leadership alignment, and ministry effectiveness. The organization also operates the First Response program, an emergency consulting and support initiative that assists congregations during leadership crises, conflict situations, or sudden ministry disruptions. In addition, D Vaughan Consulting facilitates coaching cohorts focused on pastoral development and leadership sustainability.
The consulting organization serves churches of varying sizes and ministry contexts, including congregations in rural communities, suburban settings, and growing regional ministries. Its consulting model emphasizes practical implementation rather than theory alone. Churches typically engage through assessments, personalized coaching relationships, retreats, or cohort-based leadership development processes. The organization also publishes articles and ministry resources focused on church leadership, congregational health, baptism culture, and ministry renewal.
Individuals and churches can engage with D Vaughan Consulting through coaching consultations, retreats, cohort participation, and ministry assessments. Churches interested in leadership development or organizational evaluation can schedule introductory conversations directly through the ministry website. Ministry leaders can also access blog resources, leadership articles, and program information online.
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Independent Christian ChurchChristian HolyLand FoundationChristian HolyLand Foundation partners with local Christians in Israel, Palestine, Jordan, and Galilee through church planting,…Christian HolyLand Foundation
Christian HolyLand Foundation — Organization Profile Christian HolyLand Foundation (CHLF) is a Christian mission organization that partners with local believers and ministries in the Holy Land. Its work focuses on supporting local Christian communities through evangelism, church planting, discipleship, reconciliation,…
Christian HolyLand Foundation — Organization Profile Christian HolyLand Foundation (CHLF) is a Christian mission organization that partners with local believers and ministries in the Holy Land. Its work focuses on supporting local Christian communities through evangelism, church planting, discipleship, reconciliation, relief, development, education, and advocacy. CHLF describes its role as standing with Christian communities in the Holy Land and helping the living church remain rooted in the region. CHLF is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and its ministry serves Israel, Palestine, Jordan, the Galilee region of northern Israel, and surrounding Holy Land communities. In the United States, the organization also provides education and advocacy for churches, small groups, and ministry partners who want to better understand the complex realities facing Christians…
Christian HolyLand Foundation — Organization Profile
Christian HolyLand Foundation (CHLF) is a Christian mission organization that partners with local believers and ministries in the Holy Land. Its work focuses on supporting local Christian communities through evangelism, church planting, discipleship, reconciliation, relief, development, education, and advocacy. CHLF describes its role as standing with Christian communities in the Holy Land and helping the living church remain rooted in the region.
CHLF is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and its ministry serves Israel, Palestine, Jordan, the Galilee region of northern Israel, and surrounding Holy Land communities. In the United States, the organization also provides education and advocacy for churches, small groups, and ministry partners who want to better understand the complex realities facing Christians in Israel and Palestine.
The organization traces its story to ministry relationships that began in the 1970s with George Awwad, an Arab Christian minister in Jerusalem. CHLF was formally established in 1985 and later deepened its partnership with churches and leaders in Galilee after Awwad’s death in 2003. Today, CHLF emphasizes that the future of the church in the Holy Land belongs to local Christians, and its role is to support that work with humility, resources, and long-term presence.
A central part of CHLF’s ministry is the Galilee Team, a partnership with six pastoring couples native to the Galilee region of northern Israel. These leaders serve established congregations and home churches, while also leading church planting, women’s ministry, youth ministry, reconciliation events, discipleship, benevolence, and local outreach. CHLF states that the Galilee Team has grown from work in six ministries across five communities to ministry with about two dozen groups in nearly 30 villages and towns.
CHLF also supports specific ministries such as the annual Women’s Ministry gathering in Eilabun, the Holiday Youth Conference, and a Benevolence Ministry that provides food and basic supplies to families in need. Its Church Services information helps visitors connect with local evangelical congregations in Beine, Eilabun, and Cana of Galilee. These ministries reflect CHLF’s emphasis on serving both spiritual and practical needs through local pastors and congregations.
People can engage with Christian HolyLand Foundation by giving financially, praying for local Christian communities, inviting CHLF to speak at a church or small group, joining ministry news updates, participating in a pilgrimage, learning about issues affecting Christians in the Holy Land, or supporting the Galilee Team and related ministries. Donations may be made online through CHLF’s giving platform or by mail to its Indianapolis post office box.
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Church of ChristTennessee State Lectureship of Churches of ChristThe Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ is an annual statewide Bible lectureship that equips…Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ
Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ — Organization Profile The Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ is an annual statewide Bible lectureship created to strengthen congregations through preaching, teaching, and workshops rooted in Scripture. It serves as a…
Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ — Organization Profile The Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ is an annual statewide Bible lectureship created to strengthen congregations through preaching, teaching, and workshops rooted in Scripture. It serves as a shared learning and fellowship gathering for Christians and churches across Tennessee, bringing people together around Bible instruction and encouragement for faithful congregational life. According to the Lectureship’s own history summary, the event was founded to help churches grow and develop according to the Holy Bible through a mix of teaching formats—not only sermon-style sessions, but also workshops, projects, and other biblically based programs intended to build stronger churches. This broader “equipping” purpose shapes how the lectureship is planned: content is…
Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ — Organization Profile
The Tennessee State Lectureship of Churches of Christ is an annual statewide Bible lectureship created to strengthen congregations through preaching, teaching, and workshops rooted in Scripture. It serves as a shared learning and fellowship gathering for Christians and churches across Tennessee, bringing people together around Bible instruction and encouragement for faithful congregational life.
According to the Lectureship’s own history summary, the event was founded to help churches grow and develop according to the Holy Bible through a mix of teaching formats—not only sermon-style sessions, but also workshops, projects, and other biblically based programs intended to build stronger churches. This broader “equipping” purpose shapes how the lectureship is planned: content is typically organized for practical application in local congregations, with lessons intended to strengthen discipleship, leadership, worship, and unity.
The Tennessee State Lectureship functions through cooperative leadership and rotating host support. A steering committee provides ongoing direction and continuity for the lectureship’s work, while a host congregation helps facilitate local coordination. This blend allows the lectureship to remain a statewide effort rather than a single-church event, encouraging relationships across multiple congregations and regions.
In addition to gathering for teaching and fellowship, the lectureship maintains a public web presence where churches and individuals can access core information, review the lectureship’s stated purpose, and find participation details. The site also highlights the lectureship’s leadership structure and provides practical links that help attendees navigate registration and related logistics through official pages.
For people who cannot attend in person, the lectureship has also used online video to extend access to sessions and teaching content. The official lectureship website includes a dedicated virtual page connected with YouTube, making it possible for individuals, small groups, and congregations to benefit from recorded teaching as a continuing resource for Bible study and encouragement.
Those who want to engage with the Tennessee State Lectureship can start by reviewing the official website, learning the lectureship’s purpose and history, and connecting through the registration page for current participation details. Churches can also engage by encouraging group participation, praying for the work, and supporting the cooperative spirit that helps the lectureship continue serving congregations across the state.
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Independent Christian ChurchLa Costa Colombia MissionLa Costa Colombia Mission supports churches, pastors, children’s ministries, medical missions, and community outreach along Colombia’s…La Costa Colombia Mission
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions…
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions and churches already working in their neighborhoods, building spiritual and financial support relationships with local leaders and ministries. The organization’s core focus is supporting Colombian churches and missions through children’s feeding ministries, medical missions, community health programs, pastoral encouragement, and short-term mission coordination. La Costa Colombia works with local missionaries and pastors who are already serving in their own communities, helping strengthen their work through prayer, resources, trips, and partnership. La Costa Colombia serves communities in Barranquilla, Santa Marta, Sincelejo,…
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile
La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions and churches already working in their neighborhoods, building spiritual and financial support relationships with local leaders and ministries.
The organization’s core focus is supporting Colombian churches and missions through children’s feeding ministries, medical missions, community health programs, pastoral encouragement, and short-term mission coordination. La Costa Colombia works with local missionaries and pastors who are already serving in their own communities, helping strengthen their work through prayer, resources, trips, and partnership.
La Costa Colombia serves communities in Barranquilla, Santa Marta, Sincelejo, Buenaventura, La Guajira, and other areas of Colombia’s coastal region. Its website identifies partner congregations and ministries that focus on feeding and educating children, supporting and training young parents, promoting community health, and providing medical outreach in vulnerable communities.
The ministry operates through U.S.-based coordination and Colombia-based collaboration. Its directors are based in the United States, where they coordinate missionary trips, children’s dining halls, medical missions, and events related to comprehensive community care. Local collaborators in Colombia work in the cities and neighborhoods where La Costa Colombia has developed relationships with churches, pastors, and mission partners.
A distinctive part of La Costa Colombia’s work is strengthening existing local ministries rather than replacing them. Its supported ministries include Construyendo Casa Firme, a children’s dining room connected with Casa Firme church in the Las Flores neighborhood, and Pesca Milagrosa, a group of churches that brings the Word of God to towns and hard-to-reach areas. The organization also supports local pastors through online meetings and occasional retreats for rest, training, and encouragement.
People can engage with La Costa Colombia by giving, praying, following ministry updates, supporting children’s feeding and education efforts, helping medical missions, or participating in short-term mission work. The organization has partnered with FAME for medical mission trips in Colombia, including outreach through Casa Firme in Barranquilla and other neighboring communities. Donations help feed and educate children, strengthen young parents, improve health in vulnerable communities, and support local pastors serving along the Colombian coast.
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Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible. Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings. Today the site offers a growing library of answers and a…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible.
Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings.
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RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making. Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making.
Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and communities.
As part of the broader RENEW.org network, RenewU emphasizes biblical faithfulness and equipping believers to make disciples. Its approach makes substantial Christian education available to people who want to grow in their faith and ministry without relocating for a traditional residential program. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, developing Christian leaders, and helping believers live and serve with a deeper foundation in God’s Word.
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Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities. Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities.
Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both the opportunities and responsibilities of leading a new congregation.
Since 2003, Stadia has helped start churches on five continents, with a particular concern for children and the next generation. It invites churches, individuals, and organizations to participate through partnership, generosity, and prayer. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, advancing disciple making, and helping more people encounter Jesus through the life and ministry of the local church.
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Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life. Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages. Tyndale’s impact…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life.
Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages.
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The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact. Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible. Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has…
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact.
Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible.
Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has become an important ally for churches that want to combine faithful vision with wise financial planning. Their partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to serving the church, advancing biblical truth, and helping Restoration Movement ministries thrive for the future.
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David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus. Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world. Christian Standard is grateful for David C Cook’s long commitment to Bible teaching in the local church.
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus.
Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world.
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Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact. Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact.
Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes Christian College continues to strengthen churches and ministries by preparing graduates for leadership in congregational ministry, Christian service, and the wider world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian higher education, and equipping believers to serve faithfully in their churches, communities, and vocations.
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Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation. Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation.
Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and partnership programs that connect biblical learning with additional career pathways.
Central adopted the name Central Bible University in June 2026 to reflect the growing scope of its programs, locations, and audiences while preserving its biblical mission. Through Christian community, service, and ministry experience, CBU helps students put their education into practice. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening congregations and preparing leaders who will serve Christ and his church faithfully.
RENEW.org
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements. Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace. Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements.
Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace.
Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives, RENEW.org has become an important voice for church renewal and disciple making. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared investment in strengthening Christian leaders, serving congregations, and advancing Christ-centered teaching for the good of the church and the spread of the gospel.
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education. Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth. Through its academic programs,…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education.
Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth.
Through its academic programs, campus community, global learning opportunities, and leadership development, Pepperdine University continues to influence the church and society by shaping graduates for meaningful service in a wide range of fields. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to Christian higher education, biblical values, and equipping future leaders to make a lasting impact in the world.
Spire Network
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry. More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact. Through gatherings, mentoring, resources,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry.
More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact.
Through gatherings, mentoring, resources, digital connection, and pastor health support, Spire Network helps ministry leaders grow in wisdom, resilience, and effectiveness. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, supporting healthy churches, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of congregations and communities across the country.
Lifeline Christian Mission
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment. Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment.
Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that reflects the love of Christ.
Lifeline Christian Mission also creates meaningful opportunities for churches, families, businesses, and individuals to engage in God’s mission through giving, meal-packing, mission trips, and strategic partnership. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and equipping the church to bring spiritual and practical transformation to communities around the world.
International Disaster Emergency Service
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard,…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope. Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship. With a long-standing commitment…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope.
Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship.
With a long-standing commitment to compassion, generosity, evangelism, and faithful stewardship, IDES has become a trusted partner for churches and individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in times of crisis and need. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, Christ-centered service, and helping the church bring help and hope to hurting people around the world.
The Center for Church Leadership
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations. Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations.
Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching ministries, and more sustainable leadership cultures.
Through its commitment to church health, minister encouragement, and practical leadership support, The Center for Church Leadership has continued to serve the Restoration Movement with resources that help churches grow stronger from the inside out. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening congregations, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of the church.
Connect My Church
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development. Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms. Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development.
Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms.
Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping fund the development of future ministry technology through its vision for Global Kingdom Impact Tools. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping churches, serving Christian leaders, and building practical tools that advance the mission of Jesus both locally and around the world.
Ozark Christian College
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness. Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness.
Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning opportunities, leadership training, and graduate-level preparation through Lincoln Seminary at Ozark Christian College. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening the church, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for generations to come.
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness. Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities.…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness.
Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities. Through clinics, medical resources, training, and strategic project support, FAME serves vulnerable people in practical ways that reflect the love of Christ.
FAME also invites churches, donors, volunteers, and ministry partners to take part in meaningful global mission through giving, medical supply donations, prayer, and short-term service opportunities. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and advancing Christ-centered outreach that brings both spiritual hope and tangible care to communities around the world.
Relational Discipleship Network
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships. Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples. RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships.
Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples.
RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection for leaders who want to lead lasting culture change in their congregations. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the church, equipping disciple-making leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry across the United States and beyond.
World Communion Cups
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics. The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery. Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics.
The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery.
Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration Movement worship.
Intentional Churches
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact. At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact.
At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their communities.
Intentional Churches also serves leaders through workshops, podcast content, digital resources, and ongoing coaching relationships that support long-term ministry health and mission clarity. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, equipping Christian leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry that helps congregations live with greater purpose, alignment, and gospel impact.
