Articles from November 2017

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After the flood: Hunger Offering ministry serves victims of Hurricane Harvey

by Abby Hopkins on November 8, 2017 in Hunger Offering

Widespread panic, fear, and uncertainty erupted in the days after Aug. 25, when Hurricane Harvey made landfall and surpassed expectations of its potential destruction in Texas. Many experienced devastating loss as the state and country were forced to face the lurking question — what next?

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5 ways to strengthen your church nominating committee

by Aaron Summers on November 7, 2017 in Faith

Nominating Committees everywhere are starting to work hard to fill church positions. I have worked on both the local and state level in trying to uncover and discover and recover people to serve on various boards, agencies, teams, committees, and teaching slots. I have seen the good and bad side of filling positions. Often, we cherry pick the best people for certain positions and scramble to just fill the page. 

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Is your pastor burdened with financial stress? The stats say Yes

by John Hall on November 2, 2017 in Faith

Nine years ago, Darrel and Kim Auvenshine helped found Southside City Church in Fort Worth. The congregation primarily serves the impoverished, the down and out and the homeless.

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Collaboration facilitates community impact

by Kalie Lowrie on November 2, 2017 in Great Commission

When Blanca Salinas attended a gathering of Baptist partners in San Antonio last February, she made connections which helped expand the reach of her ministry. At the meeting, Salinas, site coordinator for STCH ministries, shared about two programs she coordinates–Jobs for Life and Faith & Finances. 

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Strengthening families in times of need

by Vicki Hewitt, STCH Ministries on November 2, 2017 in Faith

When a single mom and her children first arrive at Homes for Families, a program of STCH Ministries, desperation often accompanies them. Dreams of a better life have worn thin from years of crises, trauma and anxiety.

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Discovering the ‘who’ in go and make disciples

by Phil Miller on November 2, 2017 in Great Commission

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

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On the front lines of the Great Commission at UTA

by Kirsten McKimmey on November 2, 2017 in Great Commission

Before stepping onto the University of Texas at Arlington campus as a freshman, Ashleigh Hood had a lack confidence in her relationship with Jesus. 

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Room in our hearts to love our neighbors

by Jacob West, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Stamford on November 2, 2017 in Great Commandment

Every summer my family heads to the beach for a week to relax and recharge. The waves provide never-ending delight for our children. Smiles stretch across their tanned faces throughout our time together. 

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Transforming Bridgeport one haircut at a time

by Kirsten McKimmey on November 2, 2017 in Great Commandment

Located west of Decatur, Bridgeport is a town of 6,500 people. Though it’s small in size, residents like Martha Montejano are working to make a significant difference.

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Descubriendo el ‘quién’ en id y haced discípulos

by Phil Miller on November 2, 2017 in Great Commission

Para algunas personas es una posición o un título—doctor, pastor, o director. Las personas reciben un fuerte sentido de satisfacción al alcanzar metas que una vez eran sueños solamente. 

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