July/August 2025 About this issue: Feature Bringing the Church Home June 11, 2025 | Mission and Outreach | Kurt Johnson Small groups aren’t just another church program — they’re where real life happens. They’re where friendships grow, faith deepens and people feel seen. In many ways, they’re about bringing the church home. Others Hungry for More Bringing the church home is a step toward deeper discipleship, authentic friendship and a life that naturally draws others to Jesus. Why not start a small group ministry this week? Read more 2025 Caring Heart Awards Sixteen Northwest academy students exemplifying the spirit of the Caring Heart — a willingness to serve others — received the annual Caring Heart Award scholarship. Get to know these emerging leaders! Read more Should You DIY Evangelism? DIY evangelism starts with a great idea, but because you came up with it, you have to do it yourself. This can cause tons of stress. However, recruting and equipping team members to help you can ensure your evangelism continues after you've moved on. Read more Worth the Risk Love fuels courage. Where is love calling you to be brave? Pick up the phone. Write the letter. Say the words. The desire for genuine connection makes facing fears and taking risks worthwhile. Read more 10 Bible Verses for Tired Parents Parenting is hard, but God provides encouragement in His word. Here are 10 verses for weary parents. Read more News Pentecost 2025 Ignites Idaho Prayer: Opening Your Heart to the Most Compassionate Friend Adventist Health CEO Encourages Next Generation of Leaders Heinrich Recognized for Exceptional Healthcare Leadership Youth Revival Week of Prayer Inspires Renewal Delta Junction Church Dedicates Children to Christ Idaho Conference Churches Embrace Pentecost 2025 Mount Ellis Alumnus Appreciates Community 2025 Caring Heart Awards Roseburg Church Project Inspires Photographer’s Journey Pathfinders Help Prep for Oregon Camp Meeting Volunteer Lay Pastor Revives Dwindling Church Oregon Prayer Conference Encourages Prayers of Gratitude Big Lake Expeditions Takes Leadership Training to Nepal Dozens Certified in Children’s Ministries at Fortaleza Salem Solidarity Wall Creates Opportunity for Encouragement and Connection UCC Pathfinders Climb Courageously Good News Broadcasting Network Purchases He’s Alive Broadcasting Marsh Retires After 25 Years of Service Teen Pathfinders Serve All Nations in Wapato UCC Spring Women’s Retreat Hits Record Enrollment Wenatchee Church Opens Garden for Community WWU Student Balances Academics and Leadership WWU Launches Flexible MBA Program Q&A With Incoming AAA Principal Nelson Washington Conference Prison Ministries Introduces Inmates to Gospel Maranatha Church Education Day Inspires Learning SAGE Volunteers Build Church in Dominican Republic School Mission Trips Bring Hands-On Learning
Hungry for More Bringing the church home is a step toward deeper discipleship, authentic friendship and a life that naturally draws others to Jesus. Why not start a small group ministry this week? Read more
2025 Caring Heart Awards Sixteen Northwest academy students exemplifying the spirit of the Caring Heart — a willingness to serve others — received the annual Caring Heart Award scholarship. Get to know these emerging leaders! Read more
Should You DIY Evangelism? DIY evangelism starts with a great idea, but because you came up with it, you have to do it yourself. This can cause tons of stress. However, recruting and equipping team members to help you can ensure your evangelism continues after you've moved on. Read more
Worth the Risk Love fuels courage. Where is love calling you to be brave? Pick up the phone. Write the letter. Say the words. The desire for genuine connection makes facing fears and taking risks worthwhile. Read more
10 Bible Verses for Tired Parents Parenting is hard, but God provides encouragement in His word. Here are 10 verses for weary parents. Read more
