EFCA Update for 2009-04-21

In this issue of the EFCA Update

PRAY FOR THE EFCA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

MULTIPLY5 and get 10 what?  The answer--it's so easy!
In the theme of this year's Leadership Conference, we're asking you, an EFCA leader to multiply through unified prayer. Give us 5 minutes per week.

We're making it easy for all EFCA leaders to MULTIPLY5 together--even if you're not able to go to the conference. Just 5 minutes a week in prayer for the Leadership Conference. Imagine the impact of togetherness through weekly prayer. 5 minutes for 10 weeks, multiplying, praying together--expecting great things from God.

Sign up now to receive 10 prayer updates.  Send your email address to Multiply5@efca.org.

Conference registration is now open! Go to http://www.bthetree.org/ for more information.

EFCA YOUTUBE ACCOUNT

Check it out! The EFCA YouTube account is filled with EFCA web-friendly videos.  If you have a YouTube account, subscribe and leave comments. Show the site/videos to activate and motivate others to join the EFCA movement.

NEW BOOKS PUBLISHED FROM EFCA PASTORS

10 Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe
Larry Osborne - North Coast Church, Vista CA
Get ready to be shocked, relieved, and inspired in the pages of Ten Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe. Because the truth is meant to set us free . . . not hurt us.
Special Price: $10.97

Understanding the Book of Mormon
A Quick Christian Guide to the Mormon Holy Book
Ross Anderson - Wasatch Evangelical Free Church in Roy, Utah
What does the Book of Mormon teach? How does it compare to the Bible? Why does this book appeal to many people? Former Mormon Ross Anderson addresses these and other questions, guiding readers in an exploration and assessment of the Book of Mormon and offering a Christian response to its teaching.
Special Price: $11.99

ABOUT THE EFCA

Looking for a way to highlight the breadth, depth and vision of the entire EFCA movement? Find it all-plus powerful personal stories-in the spring 2009 issue of EFCA Today. In addition to the magazine, we have created an exciting, short video to complement the EFCA Today Special Issue.  View and download the video, or order additional magazine copies for your church at www.efcatoday.org.

BREATHING FREEDOM: THE CHURCH IN TOUGH FINANCIAL TIMES

EFCA Today is looking for story ideas about what's really happening out there in the church-leadership trenches during this uncertain economy. We want to hear from you:

  • Tell us what's actually happening and how the economy is affecting real life in your community and your church.
  • Tell us what you're doing to encourage a God-view of the situation and to encourage generosity toward others.
  • Tell us if you are seeing a surprising increase in giving, in volunteers, in visitors.
  • Send us copies of sermons you've given over the past year, or lessons you've taught in your church--all geared to help adjust our mindset when everyone else is preaching fear.

Please send your ideas to the editor at dianemc@journeygroup.com before April 27.

EFCA FOUNDATION

A Gift that Gives Back
Would you like to see how a gift annuity could increase your income and save taxes now? To get started, email lanny.harris@efca.org and include your name and age (or names and two ages for a couple). A personal gift annuity illustration will be prepared and an online link emailed to you. You will be able to enjoy a color-plus-sound gift annuity example. Or, if you prefer, call (800) 995-8578 and we will send to you a complete information packet on a no-obligation basis. Go to the EFCA Foundation Web site for more information and other giving options.

MINISTRY CAMPAIGN SERVICES

Now may be the time to transform your ministry's vision into reality!  Lower material costs + lower labor costs + lower mortgage rates = Time to act for many ministries.  Is it time for your ministry to expand?  Contact Ministry Campaign Services to begin exploring your next steps to expansion. Call (800) 995-8571 or email steve.johnson@efca.org. Let's look at your journey together.

EFCA TODAY BOOK REVIEW REQUEST

Groundswell
EFCA Today magazine is looking for a few EFCA leaders to write reviews on the book Groundswell: Winning in a world transformed by social technologies, by Charlene Li and Josh Bernoff. The review will be due on or before May 28.
 
For each issue, we'll issue a similar "all-call" for reviews on a selected book. And we pay for your review, if it's one we choose to print!
 
If you'd be interested in reading and reviewing this book - or recommending others for future issues - please contact the editor at dianemc@journeygroup.com, for more details on the assignment.

2009 BUMP

Are you bringing your students to BUMP this summer?
Don't miss out on an affordable, accessible, cross-cultural urban missions experience for your students. Watch your students take risks and stretch themselves. Witness God moving beyond expectations. Make a lasting impact on a community near one of our urban churches. BUMP online registration closes soon. If you still want to participate in BUMP, go to www.efca.org/bump or contact renee.young@efca.org.

CHURCH PLANTING - Repeat

Are you thinking about starting a church in the United States?
The EFCA ReachNational Church Planting Boot Camp is an intensive five-day training experience designed for church planting couples and their lay leadership. It covers the major issues a church planter faces in starting a new church in the United States. On May 18-22, 2009, we will conduct a national Boot Camp on the campus of Trinity International University in Deerfield, IL. Visit www.efca.org/planting to register or for more information.
EFCA - Multiplying Healthy Churches Among All People

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