If anyone is still reading after my long silence, I thought I’d say a few words. I’m excited about this summer and fall. God is up to something!
Our recent Encounter Retreat blew the doors off. It was so inspiring to see people cry out to God with such desperation. There were reports of physical healing, [...]
I just got home from our small group. It was our final lesson on how to study the Bible. Next week, we just have a potluck, and we’re done. Reflecting on the last 7 weeks we’ve enjoyed together, I feel we reached our goal.
Every person in the room said they would recommend this course to [...]
Got home from the first night of our small group “How to Study the Bible” a couple hours ago now. What a great time! We talked about our feelings about the Bible, about small groups, and about Christianity in general, then worshiped God and watched the “Living by the Book” DVD by Howard Hendricks, did [...]
Man, I can’t wait for our small group to start tomorrow! Yvonne and I just had a great time at Matt & Theresa Capson’s place, hanging out and praying together for our group. They’re hosting it for us at their home, and we’re going to have 12 people altogether, learning how to study the Bible [...]
Received this testimony last week from someone who has been attending our “Breaking Free” small group. These guys are studying through Beth Moore’s book, with a DVD series, discussion and prayer ministry to help them break free from the chains of the past:
…We went back to our childhood dreams and wishes, hurts, failures, and strongholds [...]
Octane, our men’s small group, has been praying for many needs each week, and one of them has been for Denise’s health. And God is answering our prayers! She just dropped in this afternoon, with the doctor’s report below, which, after jumping for joy, I got her permission to scan and share with you.
As you [...]
It is my privilege to read the online reports of our small group leaders every week. Last year alone, we had 120 small groups that helped disciple people, share the gospel, and make a difference in our community.
Here are just two examples of stuff that happened last week:
This morning we were at (name removed’s) house. [...]
Wow, just got back from our second meeting of Octane. It’s a men’s prayer group that meets every Tuesday at 7pm at Oshawa Community Church. What a great time! Some highlights…..
God’s presence was really thick
Had a couple new guys out
Everyone prayed hard
We prayed for a lot of important stuff
GREAT time praying for each other
One of [...]