God is doing something unique in Colorado. It’s hard to put a finger on it, but church leaders are sensing it’s a new season. Unity isn’t a distant dream but a forthcoming reality. At Frontline Church Planting we believe it all starts with making disciples who make disciples. The MULTIPLY Conference is a gathering of leaders who dare to dream that God is doing something fresh and He might want to use ordinary folks like us.
“The Starving Baker – This is a common hazard for leaders. It’s the baker who spends so much time baking bread for others; he forgets to eat and starves himself. Leaders must feed themselves for personal growth.”
Habitudes by Dr Tim Elmore
So many leaders fail to tend to themselves, and eventually are unable to really serve others. They are starving intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. When they do read their Bibles, or listen to CDs or podcasts, it is always for someone else.
Did you know that in 2011 Southern Baptist churches reported an increase in the number of churches along with the number of baptisms? Praise the Lord! However, SBC reported that in 2011, fewer churches were participating in reporting their church data. Now this information is valuable to us to know as Southern Baptists. However, we wouldn’t have any of this information without the Annual Church Profile (ACP).
Recently, the Colorado House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 11 by a vote of 39-26, which will give homosexual couples the same legal protections as heterosexual couples. Rep. Ferrandino (D-Denver) said “We need laws in our society that respect everyone equally.”
Rep. Moreno (D-Commerce City) also added, “By passing this bill today, we give young people, we give LGBT people, that ultimate acceptance, that you are equal in the eyes of the government.” Rep. Beth McCann (D-Denver) responded, “We have really moved toward recognizing that people should be allowed to live how they want to live.”
The so-called ‘same-sex marriage’ movement is deemed the civil rights issue of our time. Anyone who speaks out against this is branded as hateful and bigoted by denying them their ‘rights’ of equality in the eyes of the government.
How should Christians who hold to the biblical view of procreative, male/female exclusive marriage respond?
Transitional Pastors help churches pass from the leadership of one pastor to another. They can help make the passage as positive and constructive as possible by gaining momentum and productivity in the process of transition.
Transitional Pastors help churches pass from the leadership of one pastor to another. They can help make the passage as positive and constructive as possible by gaining momentum and productivity in the process of transition.
With a clear, simple purpose statement of “Make Disciples,” what does a church do when it outgrows its landlocked facilities in a part of town facing significant demographic changes?
South Fork, CO - Calvary Baptist Church of Monte Vista is a church with a long time presence in the San Luis Valley. Established in 1955, memories of this congregation run deep within the local communities. And as is consistent with the work of this body in the past, once again Calvary Baptist is moving forward, and acting on a vision, to impact this region in positive ways. Calvary Baptist has sprung forward, launching a brand new satellite campus: Calvary Baptists Church, South Fork. Calvary Baptist Church South Fork opened its doors for services on April 7th at 2pm with the hopes of making South Fork a better place by its very existence.
About ten miles north of Durango, the Animas River winds through Hermosa Valley and can’t make up its mind about being “whitewater” or “lazy water.” No one rafts it--there are only a few real rapids; few people try to canoe it--because there are, in fact, a few serious rapids.
One morning my two nephews and I made like Lewis and Clark and headed downstream in our fifteen-foot canoe. That first run was great--no problem with the rapids. Well, no problem because we beached the canoe and walked around the big scary one that made a sharp turn.
Posted Thu, 2013-04-04 14:16 by Church Planting...
By Steve Hoekstra
One of the many wonderful things I enjoy about the ministry God has given me is getting to spend time with pastors. This past week I was driving through the beautiful San Luis Valley with a pastor friend. We began by sharing some great stories about God working in churches throughout Western Colorado. Then, without even realizing it, we fell into “commiserating” about churches that seemed to have difficulties and why. As I realized it I said “I think I have gotten a little jaded over the years.” My pastor friend agreed that he probably had also.
Posted Wed, 2013-04-03 08:50 by Church Planting...
By Tammy Bachman
On Sunday, January 20, 2013 First Baptist Church of Lake City held a Pastor Installation for Chris Stoker. Pastor Chris, Gail and their 5 daughters have become well loved in this small, close knit community in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. Almost 100 people came to celebrate with the Stoker family, many of whom are from other churches. That’s exciting news in a town with a population of just over 400! It was great to see Lake City come together to welcome this new pastor.
Posted Wed, 2013-03-27 16:57 by Church Planting...
By Alan Briggs
Some things change as a church gets older. One thing we hope never changes in the Vanguard Church family is taking risks to reach the lost. We just celebrated our 16th birthday as a church with 23 baptisms and amazing stories of God's favor in reaching new people for Jesus.
Posted Wed, 2013-03-13 15:19 by Church Planting...
By Dr. Matthew Perry
When I took my first pastorate at a rural church in Lexington, KY, I was 31 years old. The church, I might add, was 225 years old. During my first couple of years there, I heard a number of different comments about my age. One came from a woman who stayed for a year and then left the church. I saw her at a hospital visit when her father was having surgery—and she confessed, “I left because I couldn’t handle being preached to by a child.” O-K. Ouch!
Posted Wed, 2013-03-13 09:33 by Church Planting...
By Dr. Mark Edlund
And you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you and you will be my witnesses in … Judea and Samaria… Acts 1:8
A guiding verse in my life is Acts 1:8. My wife jokes … kind of … that I can do a service that can marry a couple, bury a believer, dedicate a building, ordain a new minister, or install a new pastor using this passage. The truth is that our Lord gave us two very clear imperatives after His resurrection and before His ascension. The first we call the Great Commission (found in Matthew 28:18 – 20). There we are commanded to make disciples of all people groups by going, teaching and baptizing. The second imperative is Acts 1:8. In this scripture, which has indeed been a life verse and a spiritual focus in my life, we are told to be His witnesses in four concentric circles. And our Lord states that all four concentric circles are our responsibility as believers and as His church.
Posted Mon, 2013-02-11 15:22 by Church Planting...
Many pastors and church leaders desire to reproduce churches through starting new churches. Often there seems to be more questions than answers on how to accomplish this task. Many would love to have a guide that would assist their congregation in making this church planting dream a reality.
“Churches Planting Churches” Training (CPCT) is a biblically-based, practical resource. The event is a “workshop” for planting new churches, not a conference. You will actually work with your team to complete an implementation assignment before you leave the CPCT.
Posted Wed, 2012-09-12 09:41 by Church Planting...
By Jim Walters
It was a lovely spring day; a graduation day for a class of Air Force pilots for whom I had been a flight instructor. Anytime our base conducted a graduation ceremony, it included a big parade and I hated marching in those things.
So, when offered the chance to drive in the VIP motorcade, I quickly accepted. How hard could it be? Check out a blue USAF station wagon from the motor pool, pick up the Wing Commander’s wife, drive her around to the parade grounds, and drop her off in front of the bleachers. It sounded like just the kind of job for a dashing young Lieutenant like me.
Sunday, October 4, 2012 Worship at 10:30 followed by a catered dinner at noon
We invite all friends, former members, and staff members to attend all or part of the weekend. Accommodations in homes may be made for those traveling to the celebration.
Contact Hillside Baptist Church to make reservations and to send well wishes or memories. Deadline for RSVP is Sept. 30 so we can plan for the meal.
Posted Wed, 2012-08-01 15:48 by Church Planting...
By Amber Cassady
AURORA, COLO.- Twenty-three individuals accepted Christ on Sunday July 29 at The Edge Church after Aurora theater shooting victim, Pierce O’Farrill shared his message of forgiveness.
Pastor Ryan Heller conducted a question and answer session with O’Farrill in all three services. O’Farrill shared his recount of the shooting and his personal salvation story. When Heller asked Pierce how he is able to forgive the shooter he responded that it is through Christ’s strength and grace alone.
God is doing something unique in Colorado. It’s hard to put a finger on it, but church leaders are sensing it’s a new season. Unity isn’t a distant dream but a forthcoming reality. At 
“The Starving Baker – This is a common hazard for leaders. It’s the baker who spends so much time baking bread for others; he forgets to eat and starves himself. Leaders must feed themselves for personal growth.”
By Matthew Perry
By Karen L. Willoughby
By Al Barrera
By Steve Hoekstra
By Tammy Bachman
By Alan Briggs
By Dr. Matthew Perry
Many pastors and church leaders desire to reproduce churches through starting new churches. Often there seems to be more questions than answers on how to accomplish this task. Many would love to have a guide that would assist their congregation in making this church planting dream a reality.
By Jim Walters
By Amber Cassady
