Indeed, we are living in unprecedented times! We find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic and experiencing significant cultural shifts, the magnitude of which most of us have never seen in our lifetimes. It is shaping who we are as individuals and who we are as a generation. But what does all of this mean for the Church? How can pastors and leaders effectively lead on the front end of change?
This month's content focuses on the pressing issues at the forefront of culture and our minds. In an interview with Chris Chase (Oshawa, ON), we hear how we, as church leaders, can respond to the social issues surrounding race and inclusivity. And, as much of Canada begins to implement post-pandemic reopening strategies, we chat with Josh Singh (Healthy Leaders Network in Saskatchewan) and Bill Markham (Lead Pastor, Central Community Church, St. Catharines, ON) about what the future of the church in Canada will look like. We also share with you an article written by Darrell Muth (Hope City, Edmonton, AB) on finding hope through resting in God.
We trust these resources both challenge and encourage you as we think through some tough and complex issues. Keep in step with God’s Spirit - He will lead you in the ways you should go!
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Interviews
Responding to Racism and Building the Right DNA in your Church - An Interview with Chris Chase
In this interview with Chris, he shares about some of the responses from Christians that he's encouraged and discouraged by. We talk about how to not be defensive in our responses, but to let Christ speak through us, and how to build the right DNA in our churches (new and existing) as it relates to Kingdom values around racism.
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Episode #40 - Shifts, Shapes, and Strengths of Future Churches - Interview with Bill Markham
In this episode, we talk with Pastor Bill Markham (Central Community Church, St. Catharines, ON) about the creative vision he and his leadership have for their new building, what the future looks like for churches in Canada, and the necessary pivots churches should make moving forward. You will feel both challenged and encouraged as you hear his heart in this interview. To listen or download, click on one of the links below and select Episode 40.
Stories and Videos
Responding to Disequilibria
"How do I help people focus when the information that is coming is ambiguous, and there seems to be no specific target to aim towards?" In this short blog, Pastor Darrell Muth shares some helpful thoughts on waiting on the Lord, looking up, listening and ultimately trusting in God.
Read MoreThe Future of Church Planting and Four Lanes for Planters
In this interview from the Healthy Leaders Network in Saskatchewan, Paul talks with Josh Singh about the future of church planting and the four lanes they see planters potentially fitting into. They chat about some new lanes for planters that will be much more common moving forward in church multiplication.
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Articles and Blogs
Five Early Findings from Churches That Are Gathering
The regathering of churches for in-person services is garnering a lot of attention in both the religious and secular media. There are very few organizations other than churches that meet as a large group every week. The implications are significant.
Read MoreLet's Get Phygital
It’s a term that has been used to describe the “new normal” for almost every facet of society moving out of the pandemic of 2020. Phygital is the concept of using technology to bridge the digital world with the physical world with the purpose of providing unique interactive experiences for the user.
Read MoreShort-Term and Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on the Church in America
As we slowly emerge out from sheltering in place to a “new” normal, what will the new normal look like for churches in America?
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