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Christian Standard Staff
Jerry HarrisPublisherJerry Harris
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over…
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over 8000 in in-person attendance in 11 locations across 3 states and baptized over 11,000 people into Christ. Jerry was a founding board member of The Solomon Foundation and has been the publisher of Christian Standard Media since 2017. He has written 3 books; Micropolitan Church, 50 Days, and Shifted: A Crossing Story for Exponential. Jerry and his wife Allison have served the church together for over 4 decades and have 4 grown children, 3 children-in-laws, and 7 grandchildren.
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over 8000 in in-person attendance in 11 locations across 3 states and baptized over 11,000 people into Christ. Jerry was a founding board member of The Solomon Foundation and has been the publisher of Christian Standard Media since 2017. He has written 3 books; Micropolitan Church, 50 Days, and Shifted: A Crossing Story for Exponential. Jerry and his wife Allison have served the church together for over 4 decades and have 4 grown children, 3 children-in-laws, and 7 grandchildren.
Shawn McMullenEditorShawn McMullen
Shawn McMullen has been serving as editor of Christian Standard since September 2023. Prior to that, he served as editor of The Lookout from 2001–2013, and again from 2017–2020. In addition, Shawn has held ministries in Ohio and Indiana, served…
Shawn McMullen has been serving as editor of Christian Standard since September 2023. Prior to that, he served as editor of The Lookout from 2001–2013, and again from 2017–2020. In addition, Shawn has held ministries in Ohio and Indiana, served as campus minister and dean of students at Cincinnati Christian University, and currently serves as minister of the Vevay Church of Christ in Vevay, Indiana. He holds a BA in Christian Ministries and an MA in Theology from Cincinnati Christian University.
Shawn McMullen has been serving as editor of Christian Standard since September 2023. Prior to that, he served as editor of The Lookout from 2001–2013, and again from 2017–2020. In addition, Shawn has held ministries in Ohio and Indiana, served as campus minister and dean of students at Cincinnati Christian University, and currently serves as minister of the Vevay Church of Christ in Vevay, Indiana. He holds a BA in Christian Ministries and an MA in Theology from Cincinnati Christian University.
Rick CherokManaging EditorRick Cherok
Dr. Rick Cherok completed a PhD in United States Religious History from the Kent State University. He has served as managing editor of Christian Standard since June 2024. Dr. Cherok has also served as a professor of Christian history at…
Dr. Rick Cherok completed a PhD in United States Religious History from the Kent State University. He has served as managing editor of Christian Standard since June 2024. Dr. Cherok has also served as a professor of Christian history at Cincinnati Christian University, Ozark Christian College, and Kentucky Christian University, and he continues to teach and preach in churches, conferences, and online settings as the opportunities arise. In addition to his work as a contributing author to several publications, Dr. Cherok has been an editor with both academic journals and with the College Press Publishing Company. Dr. Cherok has also held ministries in Ohio and Arkansas, and is the founder and executive director of Celtic Christian Mission, an organization dedicated…
Dr. Rick Cherok completed a PhD in United States Religious History from the Kent State University. He has served as managing editor of Christian Standard since June 2024. Dr. Cherok has also served as a professor of Christian history at Cincinnati Christian University, Ozark Christian College, and Kentucky Christian University, and he continues to teach and preach in churches, conferences, and online settings as the opportunities arise. In addition to his work as a contributing author to several publications, Dr. Cherok has been an editor with both academic journals and with the College Press Publishing Company. Dr. Cherok has also held ministries in Ohio and Arkansas, and is the founder and executive director of Celtic Christian Mission, an organization dedicated to evangelism in Ireland. Dr. Cherok’s deep interest in missions has inspired him to lead hundreds of people on short-term missionary trips to various locations around the world.
David FaustContributing EditorDavid Faust
David Faust serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. A trusted voice in the Restoration Movement, he has written weekly lesson applications for the publication’s Bible study material for several years and is one of the writers behind 1717 Studies:…
David Faust serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. A trusted voice in the Restoration Movement, he has written weekly lesson applications for the publication’s Bible study material for several years and is one of the writers behind 1717 Studies: Your Word Is Truth. He previously served as editor of The Lookout and also serves as senior associate minister with East 91st Street Christian Church in Indianapolis, IN.
David Faust serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. A trusted voice in the Restoration Movement, he has written weekly lesson applications for the publication’s Bible study material for several years and is one of the writers behind 1717 Studies: Your Word Is Truth. He previously served as editor of The Lookout and also serves as senior associate minister with East 91st Street Christian Church in Indianapolis, IN.
Tyler McKenzieContributing EditorTyler McKenzie
Tyler McKenzie serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. He is also the senior leader of Northeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and has written the magazine’s Engage column for several years. Known for his cultural awareness and thoughtful, insightful…
Tyler McKenzie serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. He is also the senior leader of Northeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and has written the magazine’s Engage column for several years. Known for his cultural awareness and thoughtful, insightful writing, Tyler also contributes to the publication’s planning team as each issue is developed. In addition to his ministry and writing, he produces a Bible podcast for parents and their kids called The Preacher and the Piano Man.
Tyler McKenzie serves as Contributing Editor for Christian Standard. He is also the senior leader of Northeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and has written the magazine’s Engage column for several years. Known for his cultural awareness and thoughtful, insightful writing, Tyler also contributes to the publication’s planning team as each issue is developed. In addition to his ministry and writing, he produces a Bible podcast for parents and their kids called The Preacher and the Piano Man.
Abby WittlerDesignAbby Wittler
Abby Wittler serves as designer for Christian Standard. Through her design work, she helps shape the visual presentation of the print publication and supports its mission of serving churches and leaders with clear, engaging, and high-quality content. Abby brings creativity,…
Abby Wittler serves as designer for Christian Standard. Through her design work, she helps shape the visual presentation of the print publication and supports its mission of serving churches and leaders with clear, engaging, and high-quality content. Abby brings creativity, visual clarity, and thoughtful design to the Christian Standard team, helping communicate its message in a way that is both compelling and accessible.
Abby Wittler serves as designer for Christian Standard. Through her design work, she helps shape the visual presentation of the print publication and supports its mission of serving churches and leaders with clear, engaging, and high-quality content. Abby brings creativity, visual clarity, and thoughtful design to the Christian Standard team, helping communicate its message in a way that is both compelling and accessible.
Wes WoodellDigital StrategyWes Woodell
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church, Executive Director of Ask Bible Questions, and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and…
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church, Executive Director of Ask Bible Questions, and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and high-impact digital strategies. Wes is deeply committed to the church and Christian ministry. Before becoming a follower of Jesus in his early twenties, Wes studied mass media and worked in the radio industry as on-air talent in major commercial markets. He holds an undergraduate degree in ministry from Harding University and a master’s degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Theology and Biblical Studies. He is currently pursuing a PhD through Talbot School of Theology, where his research focuses on contextualizing…
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church, Executive Director of Ask Bible Questions, and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and high-impact digital strategies. Wes is deeply committed to the church and Christian ministry. Before becoming a follower of Jesus in his early twenties, Wes studied mass media and worked in the radio industry as on-air talent in major commercial markets. He holds an undergraduate degree in ministry from Harding University and a master’s degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Theology and Biblical Studies. He is currently pursuing a PhD through Talbot School of Theology, where his research focuses on contextualizing high-impact technology for use on the mission field.
Lane WestBookkeepingLane West
Lane West serves Christian Standard in customer service and finance and is an accounting associate with The Solomon Foundation. He brings a strong financial background, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting the mission and day-to-day work of ministry.…
Lane West serves Christian Standard in customer service and finance and is an accounting associate with The Solomon Foundation. He brings a strong financial background, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting the mission and day-to-day work of ministry. His work helps strengthen the operational and financial systems that serve Christian Standard and its readers. Lane brings to Christian Standard a valuable blend of financial skill, reliability, and service-minded support, helping the organization carry out its mission with excellence and care.
Lane West serves Christian Standard in customer service and finance and is an accounting associate with The Solomon Foundation. He brings a strong financial background, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting the mission and day-to-day work of ministry. His work helps strengthen the operational and financial systems that serve Christian Standard and its readers. Lane brings to Christian Standard a valuable blend of financial skill, reliability, and service-minded support, helping the organization carry out its mission with excellence and care.
Allison HarrisPublishing AssistantAllison Harris
Allison Harris is the marketing and publishing assistant at Christian Standard Magazine. She has worked alongside her husband Jerry for 43 years. Allison has served professionally and volunteered with churches in Indiana, Virginia, Florida, and Illinois. Her passion is to help…
Allison Harris is the marketing and publishing assistant at Christian Standard Magazine. She has worked alongside her husband Jerry for 43 years. Allison has served professionally and volunteered with churches in Indiana, Virginia, Florida, and Illinois. Her passion is to help churches of all sizes get to the next level. She and Jerry have 4 adult children, 3 sons and daughters in law we like better than our kids, and 7 perfect grandchildren. And on any given day she would rather either be in Disney World with her grands or Israel!!!
Allison Harris is the marketing and publishing assistant at Christian Standard Magazine. She has worked alongside her husband Jerry for 43 years. Allison has served professionally and volunteered with churches in Indiana, Virginia, Florida, and Illinois. Her passion is to help churches of all sizes get to the next level. She and Jerry have 4 adult children, 3 sons and daughters in law we like better than our kids, and 7 perfect grandchildren. And on any given day she would rather either be in Disney World with her grands or Israel!!!
Christian Standard Advisory Board
Austin BazilAdvisory Board Chairman | Cross the Line Christian Church – Lincoln, NEAustin Bazil
Austin Bazil is senior pastor of Cross the Line Christian Church in Lincoln, Nebraska. He is known for energetic biblical preaching, pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow in faith and become disciples of Jesus. Under his…
Austin Bazil is senior pastor of Cross the Line Christian Church in Lincoln, Nebraska. He is known for energetic biblical preaching, pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow in faith and become disciples of Jesus. Under his leadership, Cross the Line Christian Church continues to serve families and the broader Lincoln community with a clear gospel focus and a heart for spiritual growth. Austin brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a passion for the local church, a love for Scripture, and a desire to see people transformed by the message of Christ.
Austin Bazil is senior pastor of Cross the Line Christian Church in Lincoln, Nebraska. He is known for energetic biblical preaching, pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow in faith and become disciples of Jesus. Under his leadership, Cross the Line Christian Church continues to serve families and the broader Lincoln community with a clear gospel focus and a heart for spiritual growth. Austin brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a passion for the local church, a love for Scripture, and a desire to see people transformed by the message of Christ.
Chad GoucherThe Refinery Christian Church – Goodyear, AZChad Goucher
Chad Goucher is lead pastor of The Refinery Christian Church in Goodyear, Arizona. He founded the church in 2009 after its early beginning as a campus of Christ’s Church of the Valley, and he has helped lead it into a…
Chad Goucher is lead pastor of The Refinery Christian Church in Goodyear, Arizona. He founded the church in 2009 after its early beginning as a campus of Christ’s Church of the Valley, and he has helped lead it into a thriving, community-focused ministry with a strong commitment to reaching people far from Jesus, reinforcing biblical truth, and reproducing disciples. Chad brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of preaching and pastoral leadership, along with a heart for church growth, discipleship, and helping people find hope and purpose in Christ. His ministry is marked by a passion for the local church and a desire to see lives transformed through the gospel.
Chad Goucher is lead pastor of The Refinery Christian Church in Goodyear, Arizona. He founded the church in 2009 after its early beginning as a campus of Christ’s Church of the Valley, and he has helped lead it into a thriving, community-focused ministry with a strong commitment to reaching people far from Jesus, reinforcing biblical truth, and reproducing disciples. Chad brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of preaching and pastoral leadership, along with a heart for church growth, discipleship, and helping people find hope and purpose in Christ. His ministry is marked by a passion for the local church and a desire to see lives transformed through the gospel.
Darryl MarinThe Hills Christian Church – Evansville, INDarryl Marin
Darryl Marin is lead pastor of The Hills Church in Evansville, Indiana. Since the church’s founding in 2018, he has helped lead a growing, community-focused ministry with a strong heart for reaching people who may feel overlooked, disconnected, or far…
Darryl Marin is lead pastor of The Hills Church in Evansville, Indiana. Since the church’s founding in 2018, he has helped lead a growing, community-focused ministry with a strong heart for reaching people who may feel overlooked, disconnected, or far from God. His preaching and leadership reflect a passion for authenticity, spiritual growth, and helping people encounter Jesus in real and life-changing ways. Darryl brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of pastoral experience, clear biblical teaching, and a deep commitment to the local church. His ministry is marked by a desire to build strong families, disciple believers, and create a church culture where grace, truth, and transformation come together.
Darryl Marin is lead pastor of The Hills Church in Evansville, Indiana. Since the church’s founding in 2018, he has helped lead a growing, community-focused ministry with a strong heart for reaching people who may feel overlooked, disconnected, or far from God. His preaching and leadership reflect a passion for authenticity, spiritual growth, and helping people encounter Jesus in real and life-changing ways. Darryl brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of pastoral experience, clear biblical teaching, and a deep commitment to the local church. His ministry is marked by a desire to build strong families, disciple believers, and create a church culture where grace, truth, and transformation come together.
Dave VanDongeLegacy Christian Church – Overland Park, KSDave VanDonge
Dave VanDonge is senior pastor of Legacy Christian Church in Overland Park, Kansas. With decades of ministry experience, he has served in significant leadership roles at large and growing churches, including Christ’s Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona, and…
Dave VanDonge is senior pastor of Legacy Christian Church in Overland Park, Kansas. With decades of ministry experience, he has served in significant leadership roles at large and growing churches, including Christ’s Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona, and NewPointe Community Church in Dover, Ohio. He is known for strong biblical preaching, steady leadership, and a deep commitment to helping people follow Jesus faithfully. Dave brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board seasoned pastoral wisdom, a heart for the local church, and a passion for helping congregations grow in faith, health, and mission.
Dave VanDonge is senior pastor of Legacy Christian Church in Overland Park, Kansas. With decades of ministry experience, he has served in significant leadership roles at large and growing churches, including Christ’s Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona, and NewPointe Community Church in Dover, Ohio. He is known for strong biblical preaching, steady leadership, and a deep commitment to helping people follow Jesus faithfully. Dave brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board seasoned pastoral wisdom, a heart for the local church, and a passion for helping congregations grow in faith, health, and mission.
Jeff IsaacsRiverlawn Christian Church – Wichita, KSJeff Isaacs
Jeff Isaacs is pastor of RiverLawn Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. He is known for clear biblical preaching, faithful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow as disciples of Jesus. At RiverLawn, he serves a congregation devoted…
Jeff Isaacs is pastor of RiverLawn Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. He is known for clear biblical preaching, faithful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow as disciples of Jesus. At RiverLawn, he serves a congregation devoted to making disciples who make disciples and leading people into deeper faith and mission. Jeff brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board valuable ministry experience, a heart for the local church, and a passion for biblical truth, spiritual growth, and gospel-centered leadership.
Jeff Isaacs is pastor of RiverLawn Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. He is known for clear biblical preaching, faithful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow as disciples of Jesus. At RiverLawn, he serves a congregation devoted to making disciples who make disciples and leading people into deeper faith and mission. Jeff brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board valuable ministry experience, a heart for the local church, and a passion for biblical truth, spiritual growth, and gospel-centered leadership.
Jonathan StormentPleasant Valley Church of Christ – Little Rock, ARJonathan Storment
Jonathan Storment serves as preacher at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock, Arkansas. A gifted communicator and thoughtful ministry leader, he is known for his biblical preaching, pastoral heart, and passion for helping churches engage culture faithfully while…
Jonathan Storment serves as preacher at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock, Arkansas. A gifted communicator and thoughtful ministry leader, he is known for his biblical preaching, pastoral heart, and passion for helping churches engage culture faithfully while remaining rooted in the way of Jesus. Jonathan brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of preaching and ministry experience, along with a strong voice for thoughtful discipleship, church renewal, and cultural engagement. He is the author of How to Start a Riot and Bringing Heaven to Earth, and is widely respected for helping believers think deeply and live faithfully.
Jonathan Storment serves as preacher at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock, Arkansas. A gifted communicator and thoughtful ministry leader, he is known for his biblical preaching, pastoral heart, and passion for helping churches engage culture faithfully while remaining rooted in the way of Jesus. Jonathan brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board years of preaching and ministry experience, along with a strong voice for thoughtful discipleship, church renewal, and cultural engagement. He is the author of How to Start a Riot and Bringing Heaven to Earth, and is widely respected for helping believers think deeply and live faithfully.
Matt WilsonEkklesia Christian Church – Conway, SCMatt Wilson
Matt Wilson is planting and lead pastor of Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Since launching the church in 2014, he has helped lead a growing ministry marked by bold faith, evangelistic passion, and a commitment to making…
Matt Wilson is planting and lead pastor of Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Since launching the church in 2014, he has helped lead a growing ministry marked by bold faith, evangelistic passion, and a commitment to making Christ and his church known in South Carolina and beyond. Matt's ministry is defined by “audacious, faith-filled moves” for the sake of Christ’s kingdom. Matt brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board strong church-planting experience, pastoral leadership, and a heart for discipleship and outreach. Matt is known for his energy, gospel focus, and desire to help people encounter Jesus and take meaningful next steps in faith.
Matt Wilson is planting and lead pastor of Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Since launching the church in 2014, he has helped lead a growing ministry marked by bold faith, evangelistic passion, and a commitment to making Christ and his church known in South Carolina and beyond. Matt’s ministry is defined by “audacious, faith-filled moves” for the sake of Christ’s kingdom. Matt brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board strong church-planting experience, pastoral leadership, and a heart for discipleship and outreach. Matt is known for his energy, gospel focus, and desire to help people encounter Jesus and take meaningful next steps in faith.
Mike HullTrue North Church – Fargo, NDMike Hull
Mike Hull serves as lead pastor of True North Church in Fargo, North Dakota. He and his wife, Kristen, have served together in ministry for many years, and Mike has experience as a youth pastor, lead pastor, and teaching pastor.…
Mike Hull serves as lead pastor of True North Church in Fargo, North Dakota. He and his wife, Kristen, have served together in ministry for many years, and Mike has experience as a youth pastor, lead pastor, and teaching pastor. In Fargo, he has helped lead and shape True North Church with a heart for pointing people toward life with God and others. Mike brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a passion for local church ministry, preaching, and reaching people with the gospel in practical, life-giving ways. His pastoral leadership and commitment to building a healthy, welcoming church make him a valuable voice for encouraging and strengthening church leaders.
Mike Hull serves as lead pastor of True North Church in Fargo, North Dakota. He and his wife, Kristen, have served together in ministry for many years, and Mike has experience as a youth pastor, lead pastor, and teaching pastor. In Fargo, he has helped lead and shape True North Church with a heart for pointing people toward life with God and others. Mike brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a passion for local church ministry, preaching, and reaching people with the gospel in practical, life-giving ways. His pastoral leadership and commitment to building a healthy, welcoming church make him a valuable voice for encouraging and strengthening church leaders.
Mont MitchellWestbrook Christian Church – Bolingbrook, ILMont Mitchell
Mont Mitchell is senior pastor of Westbrook Christian Church in Bolingbrook, Illinois, a multicultural congregation he planted in 1996 in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. He is known for visionary pastoral leadership, a heart for church planting, and a deep…
Mont Mitchell is senior pastor of Westbrook Christian Church in Bolingbrook, Illinois, a multicultural congregation he planted in 1996 in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. He is known for visionary pastoral leadership, a heart for church planting, and a deep commitment to helping churches reflect the unity and diversity of the kingdom of God. Mont brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board decades of preaching and ministry experience, along with a passion for the local church, disciple-making, and reaching people from every background with the gospel.
Mont Mitchell is senior pastor of Westbrook Christian Church in Bolingbrook, Illinois, a multicultural congregation he planted in 1996 in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. He is known for visionary pastoral leadership, a heart for church planting, and a deep commitment to helping churches reflect the unity and diversity of the kingdom of God. Mont brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board decades of preaching and ministry experience, along with a passion for the local church, disciple-making, and reaching people from every background with the gospel.
Nate BushNew City Church – Albuquerque, New Mexico.Nate Bush
Nate Bush is lead pastor of New City Church in Albuquerque, NM. He is known for faithful biblical preaching, steady pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people follow Jesus in community and on mission. At New City, he…
Nate Bush is lead pastor of New City Church in Albuquerque, NM. He is known for faithful biblical preaching, steady pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people follow Jesus in community and on mission. At New City, he serves alongside the church’s elder team and helps lead a congregation committed to restoration, discipleship, and loving its city well. Nate brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a heart for the local church, a passion for spiritual growth, and a deep commitment to gospel-centered ministry.
Nate Bush is lead pastor of New City Church in Albuquerque, NM. He is known for faithful biblical preaching, steady pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people follow Jesus in community and on mission. At New City, he serves alongside the church’s elder team and helps lead a congregation committed to restoration, discipleship, and loving its city well. Nate brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a heart for the local church, a passion for spiritual growth, and a deep commitment to gospel-centered ministry.
Nathan FreemanRiver Christian Church – Fleming Island, FLNathan Freeman
Nathan Freeman is lead pastor of River Christian Church in Fleming Island, Florida. He is known for engaging biblical preaching, authentic pastoral leadership, and a strong heart for helping people grow in Christ. Under his leadership, River Christian Church has…
Nathan Freeman is lead pastor of River Christian Church in Fleming Island, Florida. He is known for engaging biblical preaching, authentic pastoral leadership, and a strong heart for helping people grow in Christ. Under his leadership, River Christian Church has developed a clear disciple-making focus and a strong commitment to reaching its community with the gospel. Nathan brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board valuable ministry experience, a passion for the local church, and a deep commitment to helping people encounter Jesus, mature in faith, and live on mission.
Nathan Freeman is lead pastor of River Christian Church in Fleming Island, Florida. He is known for engaging biblical preaching, authentic pastoral leadership, and a strong heart for helping people grow in Christ. Under his leadership, River Christian Church has developed a clear disciple-making focus and a strong commitment to reaching its community with the gospel. Nathan brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board valuable ministry experience, a passion for the local church, and a deep commitment to helping people encounter Jesus, mature in faith, and live on mission.
Phillip HollandValley View Christian Church – Littleton, COPhillip Holland
Phillip Holland is lead pastor of Valley View Christian Church in Littleton, Colorado. He is known for clear biblical preaching, thoughtful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow into a full life in Christ. Under his leadership,…
Phillip Holland is lead pastor of Valley View Christian Church in Littleton, Colorado. He is known for clear biblical preaching, thoughtful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow into a full life in Christ. Under his leadership, Valley View continues to serve the Denver-area community with a focus on discipleship, spiritual formation, and gospel-centered ministry. Phillip brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a heart for the local church, a passion for teaching Scripture, and a desire to help believers grow in faith, maturity, and mission.
Phillip Holland is lead pastor of Valley View Christian Church in Littleton, Colorado. He is known for clear biblical preaching, thoughtful pastoral leadership, and a strong commitment to helping people grow into a full life in Christ. Under his leadership, Valley View continues to serve the Denver-area community with a focus on discipleship, spiritual formation, and gospel-centered ministry. Phillip brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board a heart for the local church, a passion for teaching Scripture, and a desire to help believers grow in faith, maturity, and mission.
Rob DentonWest Valley Christian Church – West Hills, CARob Denton
Rob Denton is lead pastor of West Valley Christian Church in West Hills, California. A longtime leader within the congregation, he joined West Valley in 1987, came on staff in 1993, and became lead pastor in 2016. He is known…
Rob Denton is lead pastor of West Valley Christian Church in West Hills, California. A longtime leader within the congregation, he joined West Valley in 1987, came on staff in 1993, and became lead pastor in 2016. He is known for faithful pastoral leadership, a heart for the local church, and a deep commitment to helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus. Rob brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board decades of ministry experience, steady biblical leadership, and a passion for strengthening the church through discipleship, preaching, and spiritual encouragement.
Rob Denton is lead pastor of West Valley Christian Church in West Hills, California. A longtime leader within the congregation, he joined West Valley in 1987, came on staff in 1993, and became lead pastor in 2016. He is known for faithful pastoral leadership, a heart for the local church, and a deep commitment to helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus. Rob brings to the Christian Standard Advisory Board decades of ministry experience, steady biblical leadership, and a passion for strengthening the church through discipleship, preaching, and spiritual encouragement.
Tim SpiveyPepperdine University – Malibu, CATim Spivey
Tim Spivey serves as vice president for spiritual life at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Tim brings decades of pastoral and preaching experience to the Christian Standard Advisory Board. Over the course of his ministry, he has served as senior…
Tim Spivey serves as vice president for spiritual life at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Tim brings decades of pastoral and preaching experience to the Christian Standard Advisory Board. Over the course of his ministry, he has served as senior minister at North County Church of Christ in Escondido, California, and Highland Oaks Church of Christ in Dallas, Texas, and he was also the founding and senior pastor of New Vintage Church in Escondido, California. In his current role at Pepperdine, Tim oversees the Hub for Spiritual Life and helps lead the university’s spiritual formation efforts. He also teaches as an adjunct professor in Pepperdine’s Seaver College Religion and Philosophy Division. A Pepperdine alumnus with three degrees from the university,…
Tim Spivey serves as vice president for spiritual life at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Tim brings decades of pastoral and preaching experience to the Christian Standard Advisory Board. Over the course of his ministry, he has served as senior minister at North County Church of Christ in Escondido, California, and Highland Oaks Church of Christ in Dallas, Texas, and he was also the founding and senior pastor of New Vintage Church in Escondido, California. In his current role at Pepperdine, Tim oversees the Hub for Spiritual Life and helps lead the university’s spiritual formation efforts. He also teaches as an adjunct professor in Pepperdine’s Seaver College Religion and Philosophy Division. A Pepperdine alumnus with three degrees from the university, he also holds a doctor of ministry degree from Abilene Christian University.
Tra BeardNorthwest Church of Christ – Southhaven, MSTra Beard
Tradanius Beard serves as lead minister of the Northwest Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi, where he is committed to biblical preaching, discipleship, and kingdom impact. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies, a master’s degree in Christian Studies…
Tradanius Beard serves as lead minister of the Northwest Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi, where he is committed to biblical preaching, discipleship, and kingdom impact. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies, a master’s degree in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Pastoral Ministry, and has completed the Doctor of Strategic Leadership degree at Liberty University. His dissertation focused on effective leadership style on improved discipleship. In addition to his pastoral work, Dr. Beard is co-founder of Beard Leadership Solutions, where he and his wife provide coaching, consulting, and leadership development. He is also founder of the NOW Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to economic empowerment, youth development, education, and community collaboration. He and his wife, Darlisha, are the…
Tradanius Beard serves as lead minister of the Northwest Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi, where he is committed to biblical preaching, discipleship, and kingdom impact. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies, a master’s degree in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Pastoral Ministry, and has completed the Doctor of Strategic Leadership degree at Liberty University. His dissertation focused on effective leadership style on improved discipleship. In addition to his pastoral work, Dr. Beard is co-founder of Beard Leadership Solutions, where he and his wife provide coaching, consulting, and leadership development. He is also founder of the NOW Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to economic empowerment, youth development, education, and community collaboration. He and his wife, Darlisha, are the proud parents of two daughters, Madison Grace and Kelsey Faith.
Wes WoodellCEO, Connect My Church – Nashville, TNWes Woodell
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and high-impact digital strategies. Wes is deeply committed to the church…
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and high-impact digital strategies. Wes is deeply committed to the church and Christian ministry. Before becoming a follower of Jesus in his early twenties, Wes studied mass media and worked in the radio industry as on-air talent in major commercial markets. He holds an undergraduate degree in ministry from Harding University and a master’s degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Theology and Biblical Studies. He is currently pursuing a PhD through Talbot School of Theology, where his research focuses on contextualizing high-impact technology for use on the mission field.
Wes Woodell serves as Digital Strategist for Christian Standard. As CEO of Connect My Church and a seasoned church leader, Wes brings years of experience in disciplemaking, church planting, leading teams, business development, and high-impact digital strategies. Wes is deeply committed to the church and Christian ministry. Before becoming a follower of Jesus in his early twenties, Wes studied mass media and worked in the radio industry as on-air talent in major commercial markets. He holds an undergraduate degree in ministry from Harding University and a master’s degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Theology and Biblical Studies. He is currently pursuing a PhD through Talbot School of Theology, where his research focuses on contextualizing high-impact technology for use on the mission field.
Restoration Movement Media Board
Doug CrozierChairman of the BoardDoug Crozier
Doug Crozier serves as board chairman for Christian Standard and is the founding CEO emeritus of The Solomon Foundation. He helped launch The Solomon Foundation in 2010 and led it through March 2025, guiding its growth into one of the…
Doug Crozier serves as board chairman for Christian Standard and is the founding CEO emeritus of The Solomon Foundation. He helped launch The Solomon Foundation in 2010 and led it through March 2025, guiding its growth into one of the best-known church extension funds serving Christian churches and churches of Christ. With a background in banking and finance, Doug previously served as COO and president of Church Development Fund and has worked with more than 1,800 churches over the course of his career. He also played a key role in preserving Christian Standard’s future when The Solomon Foundation stepped in to acquire the publication in 2017.
Doug Crozier serves as board chairman for Christian Standard and is the founding CEO emeritus of The Solomon Foundation. He helped launch The Solomon Foundation in 2010 and led it through March 2025, guiding its growth into one of the best-known church extension funds serving Christian churches and churches of Christ. With a background in banking and finance, Doug previously served as COO and president of Church Development Fund and has worked with more than 1,800 churches over the course of his career. He also played a key role in preserving Christian Standard’s future when The Solomon Foundation stepped in to acquire the publication in 2017.
Jerry HarrisPublisherJerry Harris
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over…
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over 8000 in in-person attendance in 11 locations across 3 states and baptized over 11,000 people into Christ. Jerry was a founding board member of The Solomon Foundation and has been the publisher of Christian Standard Media since 2017. He has written 3 books; Micropolitan Church, 50 Days, and Shifted: A Crossing Story for Exponential. Jerry and his wife Allison have served the church together for over 4 decades and have 4 grown children, 3 children-in-laws, and 7 grandchildren.
Jerry Harris has served the Lord in ministry for over 45 years. Prior to his retirement in 2024, Jerry led The Crossing Church based in Quincy, IL for 26 years. In that time, The Crossing grew from 230 to over 8000 in in-person attendance in 11 locations across 3 states and baptized over 11,000 people into Christ. Jerry was a founding board member of The Solomon Foundation and has been the publisher of Christian Standard Media since 2017. He has written 3 books; Micropolitan Church, 50 Days, and Shifted: A Crossing Story for Exponential. Jerry and his wife Allison have served the church together for over 4 decades and have 4 grown children, 3 children-in-laws, and 7 grandchildren.
Mark MooreCS BoardMark Moore
Mark E. Moore is teaching pastor at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. He previously served for 22 years as a professor at Ozark Christian College and is widely known as an author, speaker, and Bible teacher, including…
Mark E. Moore is teaching pastor at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. He previously served for 22 years as a professor at Ozark Christian College and is widely known as an author, speaker, and Bible teacher, including through books such as Core52 and Quest52. Mark brings to the Christian Standard board decades of experience in biblical teaching, ministry leadership, and equipping the church to follow Jesus faithfully.
Mark E. Moore is teaching pastor at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. He previously served for 22 years as a professor at Ozark Christian College and is widely known as an author, speaker, and Bible teacher, including through books such as Core52 and Quest52. Mark brings to the Christian Standard board decades of experience in biblical teaching, ministry leadership, and equipping the church to follow Jesus faithfully.
Orpheus HeywardCS BoardOrpheus Heyward
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward serves as senior minister of the Renaissance Church of Christ in the Atlanta, Georgia, area and is affiliate professor of expository preaching and Christian leadership at Lipscomb University. Known for his strong commitment to biblical exposition…
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward serves as senior minister of the Renaissance Church of Christ in the Atlanta, Georgia, area and is affiliate professor of expository preaching and Christian leadership at Lipscomb University. Known for his strong commitment to biblical exposition and leadership development, he is a respected preacher, teacher, and mentor who has encouraged churches and ministry leaders across the country. He holds master’s degrees in theology and biblical studies, along with a doctorate in theological exegesis, and is widely recognized for his passion for Scripture, church unity, and equipping the next generation of Christian leaders.
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward serves as senior minister of the Renaissance Church of Christ in the Atlanta, Georgia, area and is affiliate professor of expository preaching and Christian leadership at Lipscomb University. Known for his strong commitment to biblical exposition and leadership development, he is a respected preacher, teacher, and mentor who has encouraged churches and ministry leaders across the country. He holds master’s degrees in theology and biblical studies, along with a doctorate in theological exegesis, and is widely recognized for his passion for Scripture, church unity, and equipping the next generation of Christian leaders.
Renee LittleCS BoardRenee Little
Renee Little brings to the Christian Standard board a valuable blend of operational leadership, strategic planning, and a deep commitment to the church and the Restoration Movement. Her experience serving both Christian Standard and The Solomon Foundation positions her to…
Renee Little brings to the Christian Standard board a valuable blend of operational leadership, strategic planning, and a deep commitment to the church and the Restoration Movement. Her experience serving both Christian Standard and The Solomon Foundation positions her to help guide the ministry with wisdom, clarity, and a strong vision for future growth.
Renee Little brings to the Christian Standard board a valuable blend of operational leadership, strategic planning, and a deep commitment to the church and the Restoration Movement. Her experience serving both Christian Standard and The Solomon Foundation positions her to help guide the ministry with wisdom, clarity, and a strong vision for future growth.
Tina WilsonCS BoardTina Wilson
Tina Wilson serves as Women’s Ministry Director at Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she ministers alongside her husband, Matt, the church’s planting and lead pastor. Tina is a Bible teacher, author, church planter, and advocate for…
Tina Wilson serves as Women’s Ministry Director at Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she ministers alongside her husband, Matt, the church’s planting and lead pastor. Tina is a Bible teacher, author, church planter, and advocate for all-in family ministry. She is the author of Step Into Scripture, a chronological Bible accompaniment guide, and speaks at conferences, women’s events, colleges, and church gatherings with a strong emphasis on the authority of Scripture. Tina and Matt have been married for more than twenty years and have seven children. She serves on the board of Christian Standard and is passionate about making Christ and his church famous in South Carolina and beyond.
Tina Wilson serves as Women’s Ministry Director at Ekklesia Christian Church in Conway/Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she ministers alongside her husband, Matt, the church’s planting and lead pastor. Tina is a Bible teacher, author, church planter, and advocate for all-in family ministry. She is the author of Step Into Scripture, a chronological Bible accompaniment guide, and speaks at conferences, women’s events, colleges, and church gatherings with a strong emphasis on the authority of Scripture. Tina and Matt have been married for more than twenty years and have seven children. She serves on the board of Christian Standard and is passionate about making Christ and his church famous in South Carolina and beyond.
Strategic Partners
Organizations that exemplify the Restoration Movement and help make Christian Standard possible. Select a partner to see their profile and links.
International Disaster Emergency Service
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard,…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope. Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship. With a long-standing commitment…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope.
Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship.
With a long-standing commitment to compassion, generosity, evangelism, and faithful stewardship, IDES has become a trusted partner for churches and individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in times of crisis and need. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, Christ-centered service, and helping the church bring help and hope to hurting people around the world.
Central Bible University
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation. Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation.
Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and partnership programs that connect biblical learning with additional career pathways.
Central adopted the name Central Bible University in June 2026 to reflect the growing scope of its programs, locations, and audiences while preserving its biblical mission. Through Christian community, service, and ministry experience, CBU helps students put their education into practice. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening congregations and preparing leaders who will serve Christ and his church faithfully.
Tyndale House Publishers
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life. Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages. Tyndale’s impact…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life.
Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages.
Tyndale’s impact also extends beyond publishing. Because its profits help support the broader ministry work of the Tyndale House Foundation, the organization’s work contributes to gospel-centered initiatives around the world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian publishing, and resourcing the church with Christ-centered materials that inform, encourage, and inspire.
Ask Bible Questions
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible. Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings. Today the site offers a growing library of answers and a…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible.
Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings.
Today the site offers a growing library of answers and a wide range of Bible study tools at no cost, including a Bible reader with original-language helps and a Scripture memorization coach, with more powerful tools for individuals, churches, and missionaries on the way.
Christian Standard is grateful for Ask Bible Questions’ work to make sound Bible teaching easy to find, everywhere.
Spire Network
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry. More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact. Through gatherings, mentoring, resources,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry.
More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact.
Through gatherings, mentoring, resources, digital connection, and pastor health support, Spire Network helps ministry leaders grow in wisdom, resilience, and effectiveness. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, supporting healthy churches, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of congregations and communities across the country.
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education. Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth. Through its academic programs,…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education.
Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth.
Through its academic programs, campus community, global learning opportunities, and leadership development, Pepperdine University continues to influence the church and society by shaping graduates for meaningful service in a wide range of fields. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to Christian higher education, biblical values, and equipping future leaders to make a lasting impact in the world.
David C Cook
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and…
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus. Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world. Christian Standard is grateful for David C Cook’s long commitment to Bible teaching in the local church.
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus.
Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world.
Christian Standard is grateful for David C Cook’s long commitment to Bible teaching in the local church.
Ozark Christian College
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness. Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness.
Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning opportunities, leadership training, and graduate-level preparation through Lincoln Seminary at Ozark Christian College. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening the church, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for generations to come.
RENEW.org
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements. Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace. Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements.
Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace.
Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives, RENEW.org has become an important voice for church renewal and disciple making. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared investment in strengthening Christian leaders, serving congregations, and advancing Christ-centered teaching for the good of the church and the spread of the gospel.
Intentional Churches
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact. At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact.
At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their communities.
Intentional Churches also serves leaders through workshops, podcast content, digital resources, and ongoing coaching relationships that support long-term ministry health and mission clarity. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, equipping Christian leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry that helps congregations live with greater purpose, alignment, and gospel impact.
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness. Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities.…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness.
Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities. Through clinics, medical resources, training, and strategic project support, FAME serves vulnerable people in practical ways that reflect the love of Christ.
FAME also invites churches, donors, volunteers, and ministry partners to take part in meaningful global mission through giving, medical supply donations, prayer, and short-term service opportunities. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and advancing Christ-centered outreach that brings both spiritual hope and tangible care to communities around the world.
Great Lakes Christian College
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact. Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact.
Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes Christian College continues to strengthen churches and ministries by preparing graduates for leadership in congregational ministry, Christian service, and the wider world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian higher education, and equipping believers to serve faithfully in their churches, communities, and vocations.
Relational Discipleship Network
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships. Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples. RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships.
Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples.
RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection for leaders who want to lead lasting culture change in their congregations. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the church, equipping disciple-making leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry across the United States and beyond.
Stadia
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities. Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities.
Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both the opportunities and responsibilities of leading a new congregation.
Since 2003, Stadia has helped start churches on five continents, with a particular concern for children and the next generation. It invites churches, individuals, and organizations to participate through partnership, generosity, and prayer. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, advancing disciple making, and helping more people encounter Jesus through the life and ministry of the local church.
Lifeline Christian Mission
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment. Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment.
Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that reflects the love of Christ.
Lifeline Christian Mission also creates meaningful opportunities for churches, families, businesses, and individuals to engage in God’s mission through giving, meal-packing, mission trips, and strategic partnership. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and equipping the church to bring spiritual and practical transformation to communities around the world.
Connect My Church
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development. Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms. Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development.
Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms.
Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping fund the development of future ministry technology through its vision for Global Kingdom Impact Tools. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping churches, serving Christian leaders, and building practical tools that advance the mission of Jesus both locally and around the world.
RenewU
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making. Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making.
Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and communities.
As part of the broader RENEW.org network, RenewU emphasizes biblical faithfulness and equipping believers to make disciples. Its approach makes substantial Christian education available to people who want to grow in their faith and ministry without relocating for a traditional residential program. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, developing Christian leaders, and helping believers live and serve with a deeper foundation in God’s Word.
World Communion Cups
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics. The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery. Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics.
The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery.
Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration Movement worship.
The Solomon Foundation
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment…
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact. Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible. Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has…
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact.
Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible.
Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has become an important ally for churches that want to combine faithful vision with wise financial planning. Their partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to serving the church, advancing biblical truth, and helping Restoration Movement ministries thrive for the future.
The Center for Church Leadership
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations. Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations.
Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching ministries, and more sustainable leadership cultures.
Through its commitment to church health, minister encouragement, and practical leadership support, The Center for Church Leadership has continued to serve the Restoration Movement with resources that help churches grow stronger from the inside out. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening congregations, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of the church.
