Have you heard about Lat45 Adventure Ministries? No? Well, let me tell you about this great organization! Lat45 is a 501c3 nonprofit based out of Billings, MT, with the goal of fulfilling the great commission as stated in the Holy Bible and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with youth. This is accomplished by providing young people, from all walks … Read More
Huge Fines in Virginia for Churches and Ministries Operating According to Beliefs
On July 1, churches, Christian schools, and other religious ministries with theologically orthodox views on marriage will no longer be welcome in Virginia. And if you are among those operating a ministry in accordance with your religious beliefs about marriage and human sexuality, the state has declared a sort-of legal “open season” on you. The first offense comes with a … Read More
2021 VBS Archaeology Theme Leads Kids to Unearth Truth About Jesus
by Aaron Wilson, posted Tuesday, June 30, 2020 (21 hours ago) NASHVILLE (BP) — Next summer, kids will roll up their sleeves and grab excavation gear as they head to archaeological sites of present-day Israel with “Destination Dig,” the 2021 Vacation Bible School theme from LifeWay Christian Resources. In “Destination Dig,” kids will take the role of junior archaeologists as they embark … Read More
Let’s Make Our Future
After weeks of closed churches, we’re starting to get back together. It feels great, too. I preached at one of our churches last Sunday. The spirit in the building was electric. The worship was strong. Afterward, nobody wanted to leave. People are ready to fellowship and worship together again. On the other hand, everything isn’t quite open, yet, is it? … Read More
On the Road Again!
If this phrase brings back memories of a song, then you are singing it in your head right now! Yes, it’s a Willie Nelson song, so it’s not known for spiritual truth. However, like any country song, it shares a story and this one conveys his desire to make music with his friends. This is his passion and he is … Read More
Our Church Planter Families Are Growing
In May, we celebrated the newest additions to the Send Network church planting family in Montana. Michael and Ariel Tyson welcomed their sixth son, Ari Hezekiah Tyson, on May 6th, 2020. Ari was born weighing in at 7 lbs 10oz and was 20 3/4 inches long. It wasn’t long before Ari made his appearance at church and was being adored … Read More
NEW Resource – Election 2020 Legal Guide
Thanks the partnership of ADF Church Alliance members across the country, we have developed a legal guide for pastors and churches to navigate this year’s election season. The 2020 Election and Your Church: Five Legal Guidelines provides useful tips for some of the most frequent questions and concerns we’ve heard over the years. We hope that this guide is helpful … Read More
RESOURCE: Prayer is the most essential element for reopening
by Bill Elliff, posted Thursday, May 28, 2020 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (BP) — Every church in America (and across the world) is making decisions about reopening after the recent months of COVID-19 restrictions. We are developing many practical plans, as we should. But in all of our planning, are we praying? Are we crying out to the head of the Church to give … Read More
Faith, Wisdom, and Coronavirus
I don’t know what to think about the coronavirus situation. On one hand, I’ve seen plenty of instances in the past when both social and corporate media have blown things way out of proportion and created overreactions. I also deeply believe that some in media are happily using this moment to destroy the president. On the other hand, there is … Read More