A friend recently commented that wherever Shepherds’ Support goes, “unity seems to be a result”. In contrast, when I look around our world today what stands out is divisiveness. Name the area (politics, sports, climate, identity, where you shop….), everything is pushed to be divisive.
Dogs, Cats and Mice (or brothers and sisters from a diversity of theological persuasions) actually can work together well when we put Jesus first! Armenians are warm, friendly people with a deep sense of their history and a strong national identity. Christians in Armenia for years have been praying for God to bring unity to the body of Christ….
One definition of ordained is “a predetermined plan and outcome.” That is how each day, conversation and relationship felt during our Colombia Pastoral Couples Training last week. It was clear that God had a plan for each teaching session, each team member and each couple who attended. It was beautiful to watch unfold!
Is there any Good News left today? We need to preach the Gospel to ourselves everyday. In order to fully appreciate the Good News of Resurrection Sunday, we have to accept our part in the reality of the cross. You and I were created to live in peace and unity with God, but we have[…]
Teaching Team Training March 8-12, 2023 36 hours of travel time, various planes, bumpy roads and hours in a full vehicle may not sound like a great time, but for our Shepherds’ Support teaching team members its all worthwhile just so they can pour into the lives of pastoral couples in person through our 7[…]
Peru Training Conference Urubamba, Peru – February 10-22, 2023 Some couples traveled only a short distance. Others traveled from between seven hours and three days to arrive, but all of them want you to know how thankful they are for your prayers and gifts that made their week together such a blessing. In one form or[…]