“CEO Model” vs. “The Body of Christ”

“CEO Model” vs. “The Body of Christ”

Recently, I had a conversation with a dear friend of mine who has given his life’s blood to serving in the Church. He has a passion to see the Body of Christ unified and loves to bring pastors together. He is on different boards of Christian organizations that foster...
Let’s Move Towards Being “Home-Centered”

Let’s Move Towards Being “Home-Centered”

Most people in churches today are so busy at the building with programs and/or meetings that the very thought of doing something in their homes or neighborhoods is out of the question. Just the thought of doing another thing exhausts most people in the Church today,...
The State of the Church; A Call to Unity

The State of the Church; A Call to Unity

Many of us Christians here in the U.S. have great concerns about the state of our nation, but why is there seemingly no serious alarm or outcry among Christians about the condition of the Church? According to George Barna, 3,500–4,000 churches close their doors each...
Overcoming Fear and Isolation in Our Neighborhoods

Overcoming Fear and Isolation in Our Neighborhoods

We live in a time when fear and distrust generally rule in our cities and neighborhoods. I recently talked with a neighbor who lives near our church facility. As we talked together at Starbucks, he told me about an encounter he had in front of his home. As he was...

Listen to Bruce Zachary's experience with Neighborhood Initiative.

Listen to Dallas Willard's word to pastors and leaders about Neighborhood Initiative.