In this issue of the EFCA Update
Kingdom Expansion 101 courseIn partnership with EFCA EQUIP and DualReach, EFCA CONNECT is excited to officially launch the new course, Kingdom Expansion 101. This course provides a biblical and strategic framework that will assist both churches and individuals in making informed decisions about their local and global outreach involvement. It is an excellent tool to use as training for new missions team members or as a core class preparing prospective missionaries or short-term team members. The following topics are covered in this six-week course:
The class begins with an introduction to EQUIP online learning on October 1, and the actual course begins October 8.
If you are interested in participating in any of these courses, or if you would like more information, please contact equip@efca.org. |
Downloadable FCMM Retirement Plan Forms AvailableThe new FCMM Retirement Plan document and related forms will be posted at http://www.efca.org/pastoralcare the week of October 1. These forms will enable churches that intend to enroll in FCMM in response to the new 403(b) regulations to do so beginning October 15. EFCA churches already participating in FCMM will receive the instructions they need via mail during the month of October. For assistance contact Rev. Bud Smith (952) 853-1772 or Bud.Smith@efca.org |
EFCA Crisis Response - Hurricane ReliefThank you for your continued support of EFCA TouchGlobal Crisis Response. Your prayers, donations, and willingness to serve are making a difference in the lives of so many affected by these disasters. Relief work is ongoing and we still need your help!
Current relief work updates and information on how to help are posted on the Crisis Response blog. To view a list of urgent needs and read information about sending a volunteer team, go to the Hurricane relief Web page. To financially support this important work, give a gift online or send donations to:
Please indicate "Hurricane Relief - 21709-3969" on your check. There are still many ministry opportunities and much unfinished work in New Orleans. We are committed to continuing our efforts supporting Castle Rock Community Church, Urban Impact Ministries and Trinity Church, in post-Katrina outreach, evangelism, church planting and Christian Community Development. Please view the recently completed Katrina update video.
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EFCA Youth Workers Rebound RetreatIn spite of Hurricane Ike, the youth worker Rebound retreat is on for Galveston, TX on November 8-11, 2008. The reserved hotel was undamaged, and all services are being restored in Galveston. Plan to come for refreshment, renewal and new relationships. Go to http://www.efca.org/reachnational/student-ministries for event information, the brochure and registration form. The registration deadline is October 12. |
New from NextStep ResourcesGood News for Those Trying HarderBy Alan Kraft, pastor of Christ Community Church in Greeley, CO "Alan Kraft has captured in a fresh way the essence of gospel transformation, hearing the melody of brokenness and faith as we practice living in His presence. I was refreshed and renewed as I read this book." - Bill Hamel, president of the Evangelical Free Church of America New edition of "This is the EFCA" brochure now available This brochure outlines the distinctives and historical background of the EFCA as a movement. It also includes the 10-point Doctrinal Statement of Faith as adopted by the Conference on June 26, 2008. Order a supply for your church to introduce the EFCA to visitors and prospective members. The convenient 4 x 9 inch size will fit in most church tract racks. Sold in packages of 50. |
Healthy Ministry TeamsJoin Cathie Leimbach, governance expert and executive team builder, along with T.J. Addington, senior vice president at the EFCA and author of Leading from the Sandbox. Learn from the experience of hundreds of churches the keys to ministry teams being healthy, aligned with the organization's purpose, and thus effective. Consider how Pat Lencioni's The Five Dysfunctions of a Team applies in your organization. The teleseminar will be moderated by Pastor Arnie Fleagle of Trinity Evangelical Free Church.
To register for the teleseminar and ask a question of the presenters, click on the appropriate link listed below. |
GlobalFingerprintsWill your church be one of the forty?GlobalFingerprints, the EFCA TouchGlobal orphan sponsorship program, is looking for 40 churches who will commit to sponsoring 10 children, increasing the GlobalFingerprints program by 400 children in the next few months. Would your church be interested in committing to 10 orphans? It could be your congregation, a small group, girl/boy scout troop, youth group, Sunday school class, or even one person! Email globalfingerprints@efca.org if you or a group you know of is interested. Together we can bring hope to 1,500 orphans this year. We can do it! To learn more about sponsoring a child, go to http://www.globalfingerprints.org. |
2009 Midwinter MinisterialThe Transformation of God's People Join EFCA pastors and leaders January 21-23, 2009 as they discuss the biblical basis, the history, and the strengths and weaknesses of the spiritual formation movement. The purpose? To enable us to understand, discern, evaluate and apply. Dr. Richard Averbeck from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and Dr. Darrell Bock from Dallas Theological Seminary will be the primary presenters. Find registration information at http://www.efca.org/pastoralcare.
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Christian Investors FoundationNow is a good time to invest on behalf of a young person you love, with our current promotion on UTMA investment certificates. As you teach a young person about stewardship and saving, they begin to learn the benefits of investing in God's kingdom and investing for their future. Visit http://www.christianinvestors.org or call (800) 995-8574 for an investment packet, current rates and information on our current promotion.This shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of Investment Certificates in any state in which such offer, solicitation or sale is not authorized. The offering is made solely by the OFFERING CIRCULAR. * EARLY REDEMPTION PENALTY: (i) 90 days' interest on the principal amount redeemed if the original maturity is one year or less, (ii) 120 days' interest on the principal amount redeemed if the original maturity is over one year to two years and (iii) 180 days' interest on the principal amount redeemed if the original maturity is over 2 years. Christian Investors Foundation reserves the right to discontinue offering these Investment Certificates at any time. AN INVESTMENT IN THE INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES INVOLVES CERTAIN RISKS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE OFFERING CIRCULAR, INCLUDING THE RIGHT OF CHRISTIAN INVESTORS FOUNDATION TO REDEEM THE INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES PRIOR TO THEIR FINAL MATURI TY. THE INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES ARE NOT FDIC INSURED. |
EFCA FoundationA gift that gives backDo you have CDs or Christian Investor Foundation certificates about to mature? Then consider rolling them into a Charitable Gift Annuity through the EFCA Foundation. You can gain an attractive return, tax savings, and the opportunity to ultimately support the EFCA ministry of your choice. It's a great way to provide support for local churches, districts, national and international ministries. $5,000 minimum. For details, contact Lanny Harris at (800) 995-8578 or lanny.harris@efca.org. Visit the Web site at http://www.efcafoundation.org. |
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