In today’s rapidly changing cultural landscape, the church faces a reality never before encountered. In his recent blog post, Tod Vogt challenges leaders to recognize a hard truth: the strategies that shaped the church in the past may no longer serve its mission...
When facing important decisions, we often feel the weight of getting it “right.” For our church planters, the process begins long before a formal assessment. Early on they enter a “season of discernment,” using a guide designed to create space...
When Dr. Fred Liggin became the pastor of Williamsburg Christian Church (WCC), the congregation numbered about 120 and was seeking renewal. Instead of pursuing rapid growth strategies or flashy programs, the church turned outward—to the people often overlooked in...
Last week we shared one of Mission Alive’s core beliefs–taking a mission-first approach to ministry. We believe that God is a missional God and we seek to emulate God’s primary concern– the restoration of his creation. This kind of restoration...
As supporters of Mission Alive, you are our best ambassadors. You understand that Mission Alive views church “planting” from a different perspective. And sometimes explaining that perspective to those who view church planting in a more traditional form can be...
“You must pay taxes. But there’s no law that says you gotta leave a tip.” Morgan Stanley financial services firm Tax season is here once again and many of us anticipate a refund—a welcome financial boost that can be used in countless ways. We ask you...
