Jarret Hamilton, Catalyst of the Local Center in Clayton, North Carolina, shares his experiences with forming missional communities in his neighborhood. It is important to model the outreach you are asking of your congregation. Be the hands and feet of Jesus so that when the opportunity presents itself, you can be the voice of Jesus.
Paul Dudley, Catalyst of the Local Center in Lynchburg, Virginia, shares some insights on the importance of building relationships in disciple-making. Learn more about whom you are trying to reach. This will define what actions to take to form meaningful relationships. Relationships lead to discipleship opportunities.
Scotty Howard and Grant Murray, Catalysts of the Local Center in Sherwood, Arkansas, encourage pastors to join or start a Local Center in your area. Ministry can be challenging and difficult at times and a Local Center can be a haven of encouragement. Local Centers allow area pastors to share and pray for one another as well as build strong, healthy relationships. Encourage other pastors in your area as we all work towards building His Kingdom.
Brett Karanovich, Catalyst of the Local Center in Richmond, Indiana, shares his thoughts on disciple-making. Disciple-making is an intentional process as you pour into the lives of others. Lead by example as you ask your congregation to make disciples.
Andrew Hart, shares his experience with leading a Local Center in Schenectady, New York. Local Centers provide a unique opportunity for local pastors to gather, share and pray for one another. The relationships formed through a Local Center can lead to pastoral encouragement, greater community outreach and ultimately making new disciples.
Eugene DeJesus, Main Contact for the Local Center in Chicago, Illinois, discusses his experience with joining a LCN Local Center. It is a unique opportunity for pastors of a local community to share in one another’s victories and burdens and to help each other achieve the common goal of building Christ’s kingdom.