November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
Ministries & Organizations
Publishing
Publishing highlights organizations that create and distribute books, curriculum, magazines, and other resources designed to equip churches and individual believers. This organization type includes publishers and content platforms that support discipleship, leadership development, and biblical teaching shaping conversations, strengthening ministry, and putting trusted materials into the hands of readers and congregations.
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Church of Christ21st Century Christian21st Century Christian is a Nashville-based publisher and supplier serving churches and individuals since 1938 with…Church of Christ · Publishing
21st Century Christian
21st Century Christian — Organization Profile 21st Century Christian is a Christian publisher and supplier rooted in the Restoration Movement (Stone-Campbell Movement) and serving churches and individuals seeking New Testament Christianity in the present age. Since 1938, the company has…
21st Century Christian — Organization Profile 21st Century Christian is a Christian publisher and supplier rooted in the Restoration Movement (Stone-Campbell Movement) and serving churches and individuals seeking New Testament Christianity in the present age. Since 1938, the company has provided Bible-based curriculum, books, Bibles, and church supplies through both retail and distribution channels. Its work is designed to support teaching and discipleship in congregational life, from weekly Bible classes to small groups and family faith formation. The organization describes its resources as intentionally shaped to strengthen relational discipleship—helping people grow in their relationship with God, teachers connect well with students, and believers live faithfully “within the world, but not of the world.” That practical emphasis shows up across its…
21st Century Christian — Organization Profile
21st Century Christian is a Christian publisher and supplier rooted in the Restoration Movement (Stone-Campbell Movement) and serving churches and individuals seeking New Testament Christianity in the present age. Since 1938, the company has provided Bible-based curriculum, books, Bibles, and church supplies through both retail and distribution channels. Its work is designed to support teaching and discipleship in congregational life, from weekly Bible classes to small groups and family faith formation.
The organization describes its resources as intentionally shaped to strengthen relational discipleship—helping people grow in their relationship with God, teachers connect well with students, and believers live faithfully “within the world, but not of the world.” That practical emphasis shows up across its catalog: curriculum series, class materials, devotional resources, and a broad range of church supplies used week to week in local ministry.
As a publisher, 21st Century Christian highlights two flagship curriculum lines: Immerse in His Word and LifeLINKS to God. The company notes that it has produced more than 250 publications overall. In its historical overview, 21st Century Christian also traces curriculum development from earlier efforts such as “New Life Through His Word,” underscoring a long-term commitment to structured Bible teaching materials for churches.
Alongside curriculum, 21st Century Christian operates an online store and a retail location, carrying resources across major categories such as books, curriculum, Bibles, and church supplies. For churches, that means a single source for both teaching materials and practical ministry needs (including items used for worship services and classroom environments). The site also points users to free resources and ongoing communication through its info blog.
Vacation Bible School is another visible part of the company’s work. 21st Century Christian promotes its Promise VBS program through a dedicated site, offering a consistent pathway for churches to plan, purchase, and implement VBS materials. This complements the broader curriculum catalog by providing seasonal, church-wide teaching resources designed to engage children and families.
21st Century Christian’s published history ties the company to multiple generations of leadership and service. The organization notes early origins connected to publishing for young Christians and an evolving bookstore and publishing operation in Nashville. In more recent years, the company states that long-time employees Carl and Carrie Royster assumed day-to-day leadership responsibilities, continuing a “mom and pop bookstore” style of attentive service while expanding the organization’s digital presence.
21st Century Christian is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and serves churches and individual Christians through print and digital distribution. People can engage by ordering curriculum and resources for Bible classes, purchasing books and supplies through the online store or retail location, exploring the free resources offered online, and connecting with customer service for help with orders and product selection.
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Church of ChristAbilene Christian University PressAbilene Christian University Press (ACU Press), based in Abilene, Texas, publishes Christian faith and academic titles…Church of Christ · Publishing
Abilene Christian University Press
Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) — Organization Profile Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) is a university press connected with Abilene Christian University (ACU) that publishes books for Christian faith formation, scholarship, and ministry. Through its publishing program and…
Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) — Organization Profile Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) is a university press connected with Abilene Christian University (ACU) that publishes books for Christian faith formation, scholarship, and ministry. Through its publishing program and online storefront, ACU Press releases titles that serve both the academy and the church, with subject areas that include Christian faith and theology, leadership and ministry, and regional and cultural history. The press also oversees the trade imprint Leafwood Publishers, expanding its reach to a broader readership through accessible, church-facing titles. ACU Press states its mission as reflecting the standards of its parent institution and spreading ACU’s values to a broad public audience. Historically, the press began when James Fullbright…
Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) — Organization Profile
Abilene Christian University Press (ACU Press) is a university press connected with Abilene Christian University (ACU) that publishes books for Christian faith formation, scholarship, and ministry. Through its publishing program and online storefront, ACU Press releases titles that serve both the academy and the church, with subject areas that include Christian faith and theology, leadership and ministry, and regional and cultural history. The press also oversees the trade imprint Leafwood Publishers, expanding its reach to a broader readership through accessible, church-facing titles.
ACU Press states its mission as reflecting the standards of its parent institution and spreading ACU’s values to a broad public audience. Historically, the press began when James Fullbright acquired the rights to Biblical Research Press, a publishing effort developed by retired ACU professor J. D. Thomas. Early goals included producing resources that would support churches and advance scholarship among Churches of Christ, and over time the press expanded its vision to grow as a nationally recognized academic press while maintaining its roots in the Stone-Campbell faith tradition.
Today, ACU Press and Leafwood Publishers organize their catalog through accessible pathways for readers and churches—such as categories for Academics, Christian Faith, Small Groups, and Regional titles—making it easier for leaders and educators to find resources suited for classrooms, church study, and personal discipleship. ACU Press also notes that it operates its own warehouse and offers discounts for churches and ministry groups, reflecting an ongoing commitment to equipping congregations with usable materials.
The publishing program is supported by a small team, with public staff listings that include Dr. Jason Fikes as Director, along with roles in sales and operations, office management, and warehousing. For authors and educators, ACU Press provides dedicated resource areas (including sections oriented toward authors and professors), and it offers a rights and permissions pathway for licensing and translation requests through an external rights management partner.
ACU Press is based in Abilene, Texas, with its mailing address listed as ACU Box 29138, Abilene, TX 79699. While its institutional home is ACU, its books are distributed broadly through multiple channels and are positioned for use by churches, ministry leaders, educators, and readers across the United States and beyond. People can engage with ACU Press by exploring new releases, selecting small-group studies and ministry resources for congregational use, adopting titles for courses, and connecting with the press for customer service or publishing inquiries.
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Church of ChristApologetics PressApologetics Press is a Montgomery, Alabama-based nonprofit that defends New Testament Christianity through Christian evidences resources,…Church of Christ · Publishing
Apologetics Press
Apologetics Press — Organization Profile Apologetics Press (often abbreviated AP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending New Testament Christianity by producing biblically grounded resources that emphasize logical and scientific support for Christian faith. AP’s work is widely used in…
Apologetics Press — Organization Profile Apologetics Press (often abbreviated AP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending New Testament Christianity by producing biblically grounded resources that emphasize logical and scientific support for Christian faith. AP’s work is widely used in congregational teaching, personal study, and evangelistic settings, especially among churches in the churches of Christ tradition that value evidence-based engagement with Scripture and culture. AP explains its mission as providing biblically, logically, and scientifically sound resources intended to equip the church, evangelize truth-seekers, and uphold the truth of God, the Bible, and Jesus Christ. Its content catalog addresses topics such as God’s existence, the inspiration of the Bible, the deity of Christ, ethics, and the creation/evolution discussion, offering articles, journals,…
Apologetics Press — Organization Profile
Apologetics Press (often abbreviated AP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending New Testament Christianity by producing biblically grounded resources that emphasize logical and scientific support for Christian faith. AP’s work is widely used in congregational teaching, personal study, and evangelistic settings, especially among churches in the churches of Christ tradition that value evidence-based engagement with Scripture and culture.
AP explains its mission as providing biblically, logically, and scientifically sound resources intended to equip the church, evangelize truth-seekers, and uphold the truth of God, the Bible, and Jesus Christ. Its content catalog addresses topics such as God’s existence, the inspiration of the Bible, the deity of Christ, ethics, and the creation/evolution discussion, offering articles, journals, videos, and books that are organized for adults, teens, and children.
A central publishing arm of Apologetics Press is its monthly journal Reason & Revelation, which has been published since 1981 as a Christian evidences journal for adults. AP notes that the journal typically includes a feature article along with one or two shorter pieces, covering key apologetics themes relevant to church life and contemporary questions. AP’s children’s magazine Discovery (published since 1990) is positioned as “Scripture and science for kids,” pairing faith-building Bible teaching with creation-focused lessons from nature, puzzles, and activities.
For teens, AP produces Valor & Virtue, which it describes as a Christian evidences resource designed to strengthen faith and help teens gain confidence to defend it. AP also publishes and sells a wide range of additional materials—books, Bible class and evangelism tools, VBS materials, and other educational resources—alongside free resources such as its Free PDF Books library and a Free Digital Study Bible, making some materials accessible at no cost.
Apologetics Press also invests heavily in media distribution, including a large video library and a dedicated YouTube channel. In addition, AP highlights initiatives such as its Creation Research Program, which aligns with the organization’s focus on Christian evidences and creation-oriented study. Churches and individuals can engage with AP by subscribing to journals, using age-specific content streams (kids and teens), sharing articles and videos, hosting AP speakers for seminars, and purchasing resources through the AP store.
Apologetics Press is based in Montgomery, Alabama, and provides contact and customer support for orders, subscriptions, and ministry connection. Those who want to partner with the ministry can support AP through its “Support AP” page, which outlines practical ways to help (including prayer, sharing materials, and giving), and also provides online giving options.
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Independent Christian ChurchChristian Standard MediaChristian Standard Media publishes Christian Standard and The Lookout, providing biblically grounded magazine content and online…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
Christian Standard Media
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications,…
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications, Christian Standard and The Lookout, the organization provides magazine content and related resources intended to encourage biblical faithfulness, strengthen unity, and support local church ministry. The organization’s roots reach back to the mid-1800s, when leaders gathered to launch a journal devoted to New Testament Christianity. Over time, that effort developed into a long-standing publishing legacy that has included Sunday school materials, Bible study helps, and other ministry tools. Today, Christian Standard Media continues that heritage primarily through its magazine platforms…
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile
Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications, Christian Standard and The Lookout, the organization provides magazine content and related resources intended to encourage biblical faithfulness, strengthen unity, and support local church ministry.
The organization’s roots reach back to the mid-1800s, when leaders gathered to launch a journal devoted to New Testament Christianity. Over time, that effort developed into a long-standing publishing legacy that has included Sunday school materials, Bible study helps, and other ministry tools. Today, Christian Standard Media continues that heritage primarily through its magazine platforms and digital resources, making much of its content available online for broad access.
Christian Standard functions as a leadership-focused magazine and digital platform, aiming to “resourcing” church leaders with articles, columns, and news that engage ministry challenges and opportunities. The publication highlights church leadership and ministry practice, connecting a far-flung fellowship of churches by offering shared ideas, stories, and discussion points. Christian Standard Media also invites churches to subscribe in print or access a free digital subscription, helping staff teams, elders, and ministry leaders stay connected and informed.
The Lookout provides a weekly resource designed to support a believer’s daily walk with Christ. Its content includes devotional and Bible study features meant to help readers apply faith to everyday life and deepen spiritual habits. In addition to its magazine content, Christian Standard Media maintains connected tools such as a digital database and other online resources offered in partnership with ministry organizations, with the goal of serving churches with practical, biblically grounded material.
Christian Standard Media is based in Parker, Colorado, and its publications are used by readers and churches worldwide. Individuals and congregations can engage with the ministry by reading and sharing content, subscribing to print editions, using the resource tools provided online, submitting inquiries or writing proposals where available, and supporting the work financially through giving.
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Independent Christian ChurchCollege Press PublishingCollege Press Publishing Company, based in Joplin, Missouri, has produced Bible-based books and curriculum since 1959,…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
College Press Publishing
College Press Publishing — Organization Profile College Press Publishing Company is a Christian publishing ministry that develops books and curriculum to help people study Scripture and grow as disciples. According to the organization, it has been serving churches and Christian…
College Press Publishing — Organization Profile College Press Publishing Company is a Christian publishing ministry that develops books and curriculum to help people study Scripture and grow as disciples. According to the organization, it has been serving churches and Christian leaders since 1959, partnering with churches, Bible colleges, and individual Christians to produce Bible-based resources for teaching and spiritual formation. Its catalog includes a range of titles intended for both church settings and personal study. College Press describes its work as centered on providing accessible, Bible-based material for local congregations, with a long-running emphasis on resources that support week-to-week ministry. Their “About” description highlights three core categories that have become a hallmark of the brand: age-specific Sunday school curriculum, doctrinally…
College Press Publishing — Organization Profile
College Press Publishing Company is a Christian publishing ministry that develops books and curriculum to help people study Scripture and grow as disciples. According to the organization, it has been serving churches and Christian leaders since 1959, partnering with churches, Bible colleges, and individual Christians to produce Bible-based resources for teaching and spiritual formation. Its catalog includes a range of titles intended for both church settings and personal study.
College Press describes its work as centered on providing accessible, Bible-based material for local congregations, with a long-running emphasis on resources that support week-to-week ministry. Their “About” description highlights three core categories that have become a hallmark of the brand: age-specific Sunday school curriculum, doctrinally sound Bible commentaries, and engaging devotional books. That mix allows churches to use College Press materials across multiple ministry lanes—from classroom teaching to small groups to individual discipleship.
In addition to publishing and distribution, the organization offers connected resources that support churches as they implement curriculum. For example, College Press hosts curriculum resource links (such as supplemental teaching tools) to help leaders enrich lessons and engage students at different age levels. The site also features a broad online storefront with topical collections (including ministry leadership materials) and periodic highlights of new releases.
College Press also invites authors to submit proposals for publication. The organization states that it is an evangelical Christian publishing house primarily associated with the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, and it provides clear guidance for prospective authors. Their public guidelines outline the kinds of projects they seek—such as Bible studies, biblically based topical studies, apologetics, and historical biographies of Christians—along with procedural steps for submitting an initial query letter and proposal before a manuscript is reviewed.
Beyond print and curriculum publishing, College Press hosts the National Preaching Summit, an ongoing event presented as a time of training and encouragement for preachers. The event listing notes workshops, mentoring sessions, fellowship, and practical instruction aimed at strengthening biblical communication. This gathering complements the organization’s broader purpose by investing in leaders who teach Scripture regularly.
College Press Publishing is based in Joplin, Missouri, and it describes its resources as serving growing Christians worldwide. Churches and individuals can engage by purchasing books or curriculum, using the online resource links for teaching support, recommending materials to ministry teams, or exploring author submission guidelines for those who sense a call to write and publish Bible-based content.
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Independent Christian ChurchE2: Effective Elders Bookse2: effective elders equips elder teams through coaching, events, and a robust book and video library—helping…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
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e2: effective elders — Organization Profile e2: effective elders is a Christian leadership coaching and resource ministry focused on encouraging and equipping the shepherds of Christ’s church—elders. The organization serves elder teams and church staff by combining relational coaching with…
e2: effective elders — Organization Profile e2: effective elders is a Christian leadership coaching and resource ministry focused on encouraging and equipping the shepherds of Christ’s church—elders. The organization serves elder teams and church staff by combining relational coaching with practical training and a growing library of print and digital resources. Alongside its coaching work, e2 publishes materials that help congregational leaders understand the biblical role of an elder and develop healthier leadership practices in real church settings. e2 describes its beginnings in 2008, with later incorporation and recognition as a 501(c)(3) in 2012. From the start, the ministry’s stated focus has been singular: serving elders as they lead, shepherd, and guard the church. e2’s work often connects to churches…
e2: effective elders — Organization Profile
e2: effective elders is a Christian leadership coaching and resource ministry focused on encouraging and equipping the shepherds of Christ’s church—elders. The organization serves elder teams and church staff by combining relational coaching with practical training and a growing library of print and digital resources. Alongside its coaching work, e2 publishes materials that help congregational leaders understand the biblical role of an elder and develop healthier leadership practices in real church settings.
e2 describes its beginnings in 2008, with later incorporation and recognition as a 501(c)(3) in 2012. From the start, the ministry’s stated focus has been singular: serving elders as they lead, shepherd, and guard the church. e2’s work often connects to churches and leaders within the Restoration Movement tradition, while its core leadership development emphasis is broadly applicable to elder-led congregations seeking clearer alignment, stronger shepherding, and healthier governance.
A major way e2 serves churches is through its books and bundled libraries. The “e2 Bundle” highlights the scope of its publishing: a set of thirteen books plus a JUMP START workbook. Titles in the series address both the inner life and outward responsibilities of elders—covering themes such as calling and character, leadership and shepherding, conflict resolution, church health, and practical next steps for teams. e2 also publishes specialty resources like An Elder’s Playbook (2nd Edition), presented as a collection of “plays” an elder team can use to address common leadership and ministry situations.
In addition to print resources, e2 offers digital libraries and video-based training. Its “e2 Talks” curriculum is described as a substantial bank of video instruction for elders, and the ministry also offers “e2 All Access,” a membership option that includes online formats of e2 books, embedded videos, and additional written resources. These tools are designed to make ongoing elder development possible for entire leadership teams, not only individual leaders.
e2 complements its publishing with coaching, events, and conference training. The organization states that it provides leadership coaching for elder and staff teams in both individual and group settings, including virtual options. e2 also maintains an active events calendar featuring teaching and conference participation—often in partnership with churches and Christian colleges—aimed at strengthening local-church leadership.
e2: effective elders lists its mailing location as Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves churches and elder teams across the United States and beyond through a mix of on-site and online resourcing. Leaders can engage with e2 by exploring the book catalog, purchasing digital training libraries, inviting e2 to train elders in local or regional settings, or starting a coaching conversation for an elder team. Supporters can also partner financially through the ministry’s giving options.
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Church of ChristExcel Still More Inc. (ESM)Excel Still More Inc. is an Oklahoma-based Bible teaching ministry that serves Christians through workshops, articles,…Church of Christ · Publishing
Excel Still More Inc. (ESM)
Excel Still More Inc. — Organization Profile Excel Still More Inc. is a ministry affiliated with the churches of Christ that focuses on helping Bible students grow through study resources, media, and teaching events. The organization says its purpose is…
Excel Still More Inc. — Organization Profile Excel Still More Inc. is a ministry affiliated with the churches of Christ that focuses on helping Bible students grow through study resources, media, and teaching events. The organization says its purpose is to equip the Christian with the tools needed to dig deep into God’s Word, apply it to life, and build a steadfast faith. Its name and theme come from 1 Thessalonians 4:1, and its work is organized around the three-part framework it calls Learn, Apply, and Build. According to its official history, the work grew out of a desire to continue the kind of deep Bible study that had shaped participants through earlier workshop experiences. Excel Still More says it…
Excel Still More Inc. — Organization Profile
Excel Still More Inc. is a ministry affiliated with the churches of Christ that focuses on helping Bible students grow through study resources, media, and teaching events. The organization says its purpose is to equip the Christian with the tools needed to dig deep into God’s Word, apply it to life, and build a steadfast faith. Its name and theme come from 1 Thessalonians 4:1, and its work is organized around the three-part framework it calls Learn, Apply, and Build.
According to its official history, the work grew out of a desire to continue the kind of deep Bible study that had shaped participants through earlier workshop experiences. Excel Still More says it was established in 2019 and later founded as a non-profit company on August 8, 2023. From the start, the ministry has centered on an in-depth Bible workshop model that revisits a book of the Bible from multiple angles. That process became its distinct L.A.B. Technique, which studies each chapter repeatedly in order to strengthen understanding and practical application.
Excel Still More serves Bible students and Christians in Oklahoma and through online platforms that reach beyond a single local area. Its ministry is not limited to one format. The organization’s website highlights several connected channels: the Excel Still More Bible Workshop, Excel Publications, ExcelTV, and the ExcelPod Network. Together, those outlets provide workshop teaching, articles, books, streaming video, and podcast content designed to support spiritual growth, Bible literacy, and Christian living.
The Bible Workshop remains a defining part of how the ministry operates. The organization describes the workshop as an in-depth study experience that helps participants learn the text, apply the text, and build faith from the text. Recent public workshop information shows a multi-day event format with keynote sessions, learning sessions, applying sessions, and breakout teaching. In addition to live events, Excel Still More extends its work through written resources and recorded media, making its teaching available to people who engage digitally rather than only in person.
Its publishing and media work broadens that reach even further. Excel Publications features articles across topics such as Bible study, ministry, leadership, family life, and women’s discipleship. ExcelTV hosts streaming series connected to workshop studies and other biblical teaching. The podcast side of the ministry includes the long-running Excel Still More podcast hosted by Kris Emerson, alongside other shows in the ExcelPod Network. This combination of live teaching and ongoing digital discipleship resources is one of the clearest distinctives of the organization’s approach.
People can engage with Excel Still More in several public ways. They can register for the Bible Workshop, read articles, watch video series, listen to podcasts, purchase study materials, or give financially through the ministry’s donation page. Those options make the organization accessible to people looking for Bible study tools, structured teaching, and practical encouragement for Christian growth whether they attend an event in person or follow its resources online.
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Church of ChristFocus PressFocus Press is a Franklin, Tennessee-based ministry producing Christian worldview resources through podcasts, Think Magazine, Focus+…Church of Christ · Publishing
Focus Press
Focus Press — Organization Profile Focus Press is a Christian media and publishing ministry focused on helping believers see the world through the lens of God’s Word. The organization’s stated aim is to equip Christians to reevaluate modern life from…
Focus Press — Organization Profile Focus Press is a Christian media and publishing ministry focused on helping believers see the world through the lens of God’s Word. The organization’s stated aim is to equip Christians to reevaluate modern life from a biblical perspective, especially in areas where cultural assumptions can pull people away from Scripture. Focus Press does this through a blend of teaching and resource development—pairing timely content with practical tools churches and families can use. A distinctive of Focus Press is its mix of formats. In addition to books and video resources, the ministry produces ongoing media such as podcasts and articles. The Focus Press Podcast Network includes shows like Think Deeper, Godly Young Men, Who Let the…
Focus Press — Organization Profile
Focus Press is a Christian media and publishing ministry focused on helping believers see the world through the lens of God’s Word. The organization’s stated aim is to equip Christians to reevaluate modern life from a biblical perspective, especially in areas where cultural assumptions can pull people away from Scripture. Focus Press does this through a blend of teaching and resource development—pairing timely content with practical tools churches and families can use.
A distinctive of Focus Press is its mix of formats. In addition to books and video resources, the ministry produces ongoing media such as podcasts and articles. The Focus Press Podcast Network includes shows like Think Deeper, Godly Young Men, Who Let the Dogma Out?, Get Out of Porn, and Church Reset—each designed to address discipleship, theology, and Christian living with a clear “Christian worldview” emphasis. The organization also encourages ongoing reading and study through weekly articles published by its primary voices.
Focus Press also produces Think Magazine, a digital magazine made available online with back issues posted for readers to access. Along with magazine content, Focus Press offers a premium subscription product called Focus+ that includes exclusive podcasts, articles, videos, and daily devotionals. Focus+ highlights recurring content streams such as SermonCast (weekly sermons from Focus Press speakers) and teaching series intended to help Christians engage Scripture and hard questions with consistency and depth.
Another key part of Focus Press’s work is in-person and church-based training. The ministry offers seminars led by its speakers on topics ranging from Christian evidences and origins to church renewal, the Christian home, and biblical sexuality. These seminars are structured to serve congregations and ministry settings, providing teaching materials and guided instruction that can be used in weekend events, youth-focused sessions, and combined seminar formats.
Focus Press also addresses pastoral and personal care needs through its publicly listed therapy and pornography addiction resources. These pages connect people to practical next steps—especially around pornography addiction and recovery—along with recommended reading and related media. Together with its podcasts and printed resources, this reflects an approach aimed at both doctrinal clarity and real-life application.
Focus Press lists its mailing address in Franklin, Tennessee, and its speakers note ministry work and travel across the United States. Churches and individuals can engage with Focus Press by using its shop for books and media, subscribing to Focus+, accessing Think Magazine issues, inviting speakers for seminars, and using the ministry’s resource hubs for support and discipleship training.
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Church of ChristGospel AdvocateGospel Advocate is a Nashville-based publishing ministry serving churches of Christ through Gospel Advocate Magazine, Bible…Church of Christ · Publishing
Gospel Advocate
Gospel Advocate — Organization Profile Gospel Advocate is a long-standing publishing and resource ministry that serves congregations within the churches of Christ tradition. Through its magazine work and curriculum publishing, Gospel Advocate provides Bible teaching materials, books, and church supplies…
Gospel Advocate — Organization Profile Gospel Advocate is a long-standing publishing and resource ministry that serves congregations within the churches of Christ tradition. Through its magazine work and curriculum publishing, Gospel Advocate provides Bible teaching materials, books, and church supplies intended to support local congregations in ongoing discipleship, teaching, and worship. The publication dates back to 1855, when the first issue of Gospel Advocate appeared with the stated aim of “rendering some good service in the cause of truth.” From its beginnings, the magazine developed as a forum for Bible teaching, church news, and thoughtful engagement with questions facing churches. The organization continues to connect that heritage to modern needs by offering resources that churches can use in classes, small…
Gospel Advocate — Organization Profile
Gospel Advocate is a long-standing publishing and resource ministry that serves congregations within the churches of Christ tradition. Through its magazine work and curriculum publishing, Gospel Advocate provides Bible teaching materials, books, and church supplies intended to support local congregations in ongoing discipleship, teaching, and worship.
The publication dates back to 1855, when the first issue of Gospel Advocate appeared with the stated aim of “rendering some good service in the cause of truth.” From its beginnings, the magazine developed as a forum for Bible teaching, church news, and thoughtful engagement with questions facing churches. The organization continues to connect that heritage to modern needs by offering resources that churches can use in classes, small groups, and personal study.
In addition to the magazine, Gospel Advocate is known for producing Bible class curriculum. Its current curriculum lineup includes Foundations and Horizons, along with the Companion Annual Lesson Commentary, which provides a full year of lessons designed to supplement adult and teen quarterlies. These materials are built for consistent weekly use, giving churches structured teaching plans that align with Scripture-focused study over time.
Gospel Advocate also distributes books and other church resources, including communion supplies, and provides ordering support for congregations and individuals. The organization has communicated that it can handle “full-service ordering” by phone or email, which is especially helpful for churches accustomed to standing orders or bulk ordering for ministry programs and classes.
Gospel Advocate is based in Nashville, Tennessee, with its mailing address listed as 1006 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210. While its primary audience is churches of Christ in the United States, its publications and curriculum are used by readers and congregations in broader contexts wherever these resources are distributed and read.
People can engage with Gospel Advocate by subscribing to the magazine, ordering curriculum for Bible classes, purchasing books and supplies for congregational use, and using the company’s submission pathways for those interested in writing for its publications. Churches that rely on recurring curriculum shipments can also maintain or adjust standing orders through the provided customer service channels.
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Church of ChristGospel Broadcasting Network (GBN)Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) is a nonprofit, Olive Branch, Mississippi-based media ministry offering 24/7 Bible teaching…Church of Christ · Publishing
Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN)
Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) — Organization Profile Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) is a nonprofit media ministry that provides Bible-based teaching and evangelism content 24/7 through television, livestreaming, radio, podcasts, and on-demand video. GBN’s stated purpose is to share “the truth…
Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) — Organization Profile Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) is a nonprofit media ministry that provides Bible-based teaching and evangelism content 24/7 through television, livestreaming, radio, podcasts, and on-demand video. GBN’s stated purpose is to share “the truth of the Gospel” and to offer resources that can help believers grow and help seekers evaluate biblical teaching. The network’s programming is produced within (and for) churches of Christ, aiming to keep resources broadly accessible while maintaining a clear commitment to New Testament Christianity. GBN explains that it is based in Olive Branch, Mississippi, and operates under the oversight of the elders of Southaven Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi. That oversight structure shapes the network’s identity as a church-supported…
Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) — Organization Profile
Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN) is a nonprofit media ministry that provides Bible-based teaching and evangelism content 24/7 through television, livestreaming, radio, podcasts, and on-demand video. GBN’s stated purpose is to share “the truth of the Gospel” and to offer resources that can help believers grow and help seekers evaluate biblical teaching. The network’s programming is produced within (and for) churches of Christ, aiming to keep resources broadly accessible while maintaining a clear commitment to New Testament Christianity.
GBN explains that it is based in Olive Branch, Mississippi, and operates under the oversight of the elders of Southaven Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi. That oversight structure shapes the network’s identity as a church-supported work rather than a commercial media outlet. In its public “Support GBN” information, GBN states it is funded entirely by donations from congregations and members of churches of Christ and that it does not make on-air appeals for money.
Since 2005, GBN has developed multiple ways to distribute teaching. In addition to its live TV stream, the website organizes content into on-demand viewing and listening options (including podcasts) and a digital library. The library includes commentaries, topical studies, lecture collections, Spanish-language resources, and other teaching materials designed to support Bible classes, personal study, and congregational learning. GBN also points viewers to Bible correspondence-course options as part of its outreach strategy.
GBN’s “About” page highlights a ministry goal of helping those “seeking the truth among distorted Biblical teachings,” and it lists several operational priorities such as sharing the simplicity of the Gospel, emphasizing Christian evidences, and encouraging obedience to God beginning with the plan of salvation. These priorities are reflected in the network’s structured resources—regular shows, short-form teaching segments, devotional content, and topical series intended for consistent discipleship engagement.
Day-to-day leadership is delegated by the overseeing eldership to a management team. GBN publicly lists Don Blackwell as Executive Director, John Stubblefield as Director of Finance and Personnel, and Aaron Gallagher as Director of Programming. The organization also names Glenn Colley among key leaders supporting the work. Together with staff and volunteers, this team coordinates scheduling, content distribution, and ministry operations so that churches and individuals can access teaching materials at any time.
People can engage with GBN by watching the livestream, using on-demand programs and podcasts, exploring the online library, sharing resources with others, and supporting the ministry financially through its giving portal. Churches can also point members and seekers to GBN as a centralized hub for Bible teaching content and study tools.
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Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) — Organization Profile Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) is a nonprofit publishing ministry that partners with Christian leaders to help produce Bible-based, culturally relevant books in the world’s languages. LATM’s focus is straightforward: when pastors,…
Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) — Organization Profile Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) is a nonprofit publishing ministry that partners with Christian leaders to help produce Bible-based, culturally relevant books in the world’s languages. LATM’s focus is straightforward: when pastors, teachers, evangelists, and church leaders have trusted resources in their heart language, they are better equipped to teach Scripture, disciple believers, and strengthen local congregations. LATM describes its work as helping people around the world “find, follow, and serve Jesus” through accessible Christian books. LATM was formally established in 1992 by Chris DeWelt to pursue a vision connected to the ministry of College Press Publishing Company. The organization’s story includes Don DeWelt’s earlier burden for mission fields where leaders lacked…
Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) — Organization Profile
Literature and Teaching Ministries (LATM) is a nonprofit publishing ministry that partners with Christian leaders to help produce Bible-based, culturally relevant books in the world’s languages. LATM’s focus is straightforward: when pastors, teachers, evangelists, and church leaders have trusted resources in their heart language, they are better equipped to teach Scripture, disciple believers, and strengthen local congregations. LATM describes its work as helping people around the world “find, follow, and serve Jesus” through accessible Christian books.
LATM was formally established in 1992 by Chris DeWelt to pursue a vision connected to the ministry of College Press Publishing Company. The organization’s story includes Don DeWelt’s earlier burden for mission fields where leaders lacked books in their own languages, and the development of a structured way to fund translation and publication so that projects could be completed in-country rather than relying on outside systems. LATM also notes the launch of its Book Club in 1994 as an ongoing way for supporters to help fund projects month by month.
At the core of LATM’s ministry is its book-project model. LATM works with leaders outside the United States who request a project that will serve their ministry context. Funding is raised through partnerships, and the project is then written or translated, edited, designed, and printed in the country where it will be distributed. This approach aims to keep production close to the people being served, while placing practical study tools into the hands of churches, Bible colleges, and emerging leaders.
LATM’s work spans a wide range of contexts and languages, including resources used for discipleship, evangelism, theology, apologetics, and church leadership development. The organization reports 1,600+ completed projects, 2.9+ million books printed, and work across 100 languages. In addition to supporting international projects, LATM also maintains a bookstore that makes many translated resources available—serving multilingual communities and churches that want to put discipleship tools into people’s hands.
LATM is based in Joplin, Missouri, and its partnerships serve leaders and churches worldwide. Individuals and churches can engage by praying for current projects, joining the Book Club, making one-time or recurring gifts, or helping fund a specific project. Supporters can also subscribe for updates and follow LATM’s stories as book projects move from translation to printing to distribution in the regions where they are needed most.
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Independent Christian ChurchRENEW.orgRENEW.org publishes and curates books and free eBooks designed to renew Jesus’ teachings for disciple making,…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
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RENEW.org Books — Organization Profile RENEW.org is a collaborative network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus to fuel disciple making. Alongside its daily digital content and events, RENEW.org identifies print books as one of its core ministry channels—developing…
RENEW.org Books — Organization Profile RENEW.org is a collaborative network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus to fuel disciple making. Alongside its daily digital content and events, RENEW.org identifies print books as one of its core ministry channels—developing and recommending titles intended to help church leaders and everyday disciples think clearly, live faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and compassion. RENEW.org’s books are positioned as practical resources shaped by “good theology” and culturally relevant engagement. In its own description of the network, RENEW.org explains that it creates and publishes books for church leaders, churches, and everyday disciples, with a focus on educating laypeople and parents so they can be disciples and make disciples. This publishing focus fits within…
RENEW.org Books — Organization Profile
RENEW.org is a collaborative network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus to fuel disciple making. Alongside its daily digital content and events, RENEW.org identifies print books as one of its core ministry channels—developing and recommending titles intended to help church leaders and everyday disciples think clearly, live faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and compassion.
RENEW.org’s books are positioned as practical resources shaped by “good theology” and culturally relevant engagement. In its own description of the network, RENEW.org explains that it creates and publishes books for church leaders, churches, and everyday disciples, with a focus on educating laypeople and parents so they can be disciples and make disciples. This publishing focus fits within RENEW.org’s broader strategy of equipping leaders through multiple channels, including learning communities, mentoring/training, and gatherings.
On the RENEW.org Books page, the organization curates a list of titles and directs readers to purchase through Amazon. The list includes works spanning discipleship formation, theological clarity, and cultural engagement. Examples include titles such as Rhythms: How to Live as a Disciple of Jesus, The Disciple’s Mind: Thinking Like a Disciple of Jesus, Baptism According to Scripture, and guided conversation resources like Following Jesus in a Politically Divided World and Trust and Follow Jesus. RENEW.org also highlights books that address contemporary questions and pressures facing churches and families, pairing biblical teaching with accessible application.
Beyond print books, RENEW.org also distributes free digital resources. Its “Free eBooks” library is organized by topic (e.g., Discipleship & Disciple Making, Bible & Theology, Cultural Engagement, Spiritual Disciplines & Practices) and includes both full resources and preview downloads. This approach helps leaders sample content, build discussion guides, and access teaching tools that can be used in churches, small groups, or personal study.
RENEW.org’s online store functions as another access point for resources, including eBooks, learning community items, and related tools. For churches that want to place books in the hands of teams or groups, RENEW.org also notes a process for bulk purchasing: for orders of 20+ of a single title, readers are instructed to contact the organization directly by email.
RENEW.org lists giving and partnership options for those who want to support the publishing and broader equipping work, and it provides clear pathways for staying connected through newsletters, events, and ongoing resources. The organization’s support page includes a mailing address in Franklin, Tennessee, reflecting its operational base for donor correspondence, while its network and resources serve leaders and disciples across North America and beyond through digital distribution.
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Church of ChristResource PublicationsResource Publications is a Searcy, Arkansas-based publishing ministry known for the Truth for Today Commentary series,…Church of Christ · Publishing
Resource Publications
Resource Publications — Organization Profile Resource Publications is a publishing ministry based in Searcy, Arkansas, focused on producing Bible study and teaching resources, especially the Truth for Today Commentary series. According to its official website, the organization has existed since…
Resource Publications — Organization Profile Resource Publications is a publishing ministry based in Searcy, Arkansas, focused on producing Bible study and teaching resources, especially the Truth for Today Commentary series. According to its official website, the organization has existed since 1981 and began developing the Truth for Today Commentary series in 2001. Its catalog centers on book-by-book biblical resources intended for use in churches, Christian schools, libraries, and homes. The ministry’s core focus is the publication and distribution of commentaries, study aids, and related Bible teaching materials. The Truth for Today Commentary series is presented as a complete exegesis and application project covering both the Old and New Testaments, written by scholars associated with churches of Christ. In addition to…
Resource Publications — Organization Profile
Resource Publications is a publishing ministry based in Searcy, Arkansas, focused on producing Bible study and teaching resources, especially the Truth for Today Commentary series. According to its official website, the organization has existed since 1981 and began developing the Truth for Today Commentary series in 2001. Its catalog centers on book-by-book biblical resources intended for use in churches, Christian schools, libraries, and homes.
The ministry’s core focus is the publication and distribution of commentaries, study aids, and related Bible teaching materials. The Truth for Today Commentary series is presented as a complete exegesis and application project covering both the Old and New Testaments, written by scholars associated with churches of Christ. In addition to major commentary volumes, Resource Publications also offers other books, audiobooks, and study materials that support personal study, classroom use, and sermon or lesson preparation.
Resource Publications serves Bible teachers, preachers, students, and church members looking for in-depth study tools. Its work is rooted in Searcy, Arkansas, but its reach extends through published materials available to readers and ministry users across the United States and beyond through print ordering and subscriptions. The organization also publishes the Truth for Today monthly magazine and provides supporting materials designed to help readers engage biblical texts more deeply over time.
A key distinctive of the ministry is its emphasis on long-form, book-by-book biblical commentary paired with practical study resources. The website highlights hardback commentary volumes, a growing publication schedule, and supplemental study aids that can be used alongside specific commentary volumes. These include outlines, lesson plans, and “Digging Deeper” study materials for selected books of the Bible. That combination suggests a strategy aimed not only at selling books, but also at supporting structured Bible learning in churches and educational settings.
The ministry operates primarily as a publisher and distributor. Its website organizes resources into sections for commentaries, authors, other books, audiobooks, coming releases, and study aids. The authors page lists a range of contributors whose books have been published through the organization, reflecting a collaborative publishing model built around multiple Bible teachers and writers. The official contact page also indicates that the organization handles general inquiries, orders, customer support, and site support directly through its Searcy office.
People can engage with Resource Publications by purchasing books, exploring commentary series information, subscribing to Truth for Today, or contacting the organization for orders and support. Readers can browse published authors, review available study aids, and use the site to find materials suited for individual or group Bible study. For churches, schools, and serious Bible students seeking commentary resources and supplemental study tools, Resource Publications functions as a specialized Bible publishing ministry serving readers from its Arkansas base to a broader national audience.
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Church of ChristThe Christian ChronicleThe Christian Chronicle is an Edmond, Oklahoma-based nonprofit newspaper founded in 1943 that reports on Churches…Church of Christ · Publishing
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The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed…
The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed to high journalistic standards, publishing both news reporting and clearly labeled opinion content. It is not positioned as a doctrinal or teaching publication; instead, it reports on people, congregations, and ministry developments across the Churches of Christ fellowship. The Chronicle publishes a monthly print edition and maintains an active online news site with ongoing coverage across national and international categories. In addition to articles and features, the platform includes recurring sections such as Opinion, Reviews, Books, Milestones, Classifieds, and a…
The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile
The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed to high journalistic standards, publishing both news reporting and clearly labeled opinion content. It is not positioned as a doctrinal or teaching publication; instead, it reports on people, congregations, and ministry developments across the Churches of Christ fellowship.
The Chronicle publishes a monthly print edition and maintains an active online news site with ongoing coverage across national and international categories. In addition to articles and features, the platform includes recurring sections such as Opinion, Reviews, Books, Milestones, Classifieds, and a Calendar, helping readers track events and engage stories that matter to local congregations and leaders. The organization also produces a weekly email newsletter to keep subscribers connected to key updates.
As a nonprofit publication, The Christian Chronicle invites readers to support its work through giving as well as through advertising. The Chronicle’s pages and website include opportunities for churches and organizations to advertise and promote events, while donors can partner financially to sustain reporting, storytelling, and distribution. The Chronicle also offers a “Gift the Chronicle” option that allows supporters to provide subscriptions to others, reflecting its goal of broad access to ministry-focused news.
The Christian Chronicle is published and governed by The Christian Chronicle Inc., an Oklahoma nonprofit corporation. The organization lists a board of trustees that provides oversight and support, and it notes that its trustees, editors, and staff are active members of Churches of Christ. The About page provides an overview of how content is handled: news coverage is presented as statements of fact according to cited sources, while signed columns and reviews reflect the views of their authors.
Readers can engage with The Christian Chronicle in several practical ways: subscribe to the print edition (free in the U.S., with international options), sign up for the email newsletter, follow the Chronicle’s reporting and video content online, submit guest columns or op-eds, and partner financially or through advertising. For churches and leaders who value staying connected to a wider fellowship, the Chronicle functions as a consistent stream of reporting, profiles, and perspective on God’s work in congregations and ministries around the world.
The Christian Chronicle’s office is listed in Edmond, Oklahoma, and its coverage serves Churches of Christ worldwide through both print and digital distribution.
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Church of ChristThe Christian Reach MagazineThe Christian Reach is a Dallas-based Christian magazine and e-magazine serving readers and congregations through quarterly…Church of Christ · Publishing
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The Christian Reach — Organization Profile The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational,…
The Christian Reach — Organization Profile The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational, and social issues facing the church of Christ fellowship, with an emphasis on strengthening congregational fellowship and awareness. Its name reflects the words Relationship, Empowerment, Alliance, Connection, and Holistic, which appear as part of the magazine’s public branding. The organization is based in Dallas, Texas, with its publicly listed mailing address and editorial team connected to Dallas. Its work is designed for readers, subscribers, advertisers, and congregations, including churches that choose a congregational subscription or National Directory listing. While the…
The Christian Reach — Organization Profile
The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational, and social issues facing the church of Christ fellowship, with an emphasis on strengthening congregational fellowship and awareness. Its name reflects the words Relationship, Empowerment, Alliance, Connection, and Holistic, which appear as part of the magazine’s public branding.
The organization is based in Dallas, Texas, with its publicly listed mailing address and editorial team connected to Dallas. Its work is designed for readers, subscribers, advertisers, and congregations, including churches that choose a congregational subscription or National Directory listing. While the publication is rooted in the African-American church of Christ fellowship context, its subscription and advertising options point to a broader readership that includes participating congregations and readers across the United States.
The Christian Reach operates primarily through a quarterly print magazine and an online digital version. Its subscription options include individual subscriptions, congregational subscriptions, corporate subscriptions, and National Directory listings for participating congregations. This structure allows the publication to serve both individual readers and church communities, while also providing a platform for congregations, organizations, universities, technology companies, independent businesses, and small businesses to advertise in print and digital formats.
A distinctive part of The Christian Reach’s work is connecting Christian readers and congregations through magazine content, directory listings, community awareness, and public engagement opportunities. The publication also invites nominations for recurring magazine features, such as its Bachelor and Bachelorette feature, and maintains a mailing list for updates about magazine issues, raffles, subscriptions, news, and exclusive content. Its advertising materials specify quarterly publication, digital and hard-copy placement, and production requirements for submitted ad artwork.
People can engage with The Christian Reach by subscribing as individuals, registering a congregation for directory placement, purchasing advertising space, joining the mailing list, submitting nominations, or contacting the team for subscription, membership, advertising, or general information. Supporters who are not ready to subscribe are also invited to donate through the organization’s website. The publication’s publicly listed leadership includes an editorial team led by Chief Editor J.K. Hamilton, along with associate editors and administrative support.
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Independent Christian ChurchThe Christian Restoration AssociationThe Christian Restoration Association is a Mason, Ohio-based ministry that supports churches through publishing, leadership training,…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
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Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them…
Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them with the truth of Scripture and defending and disseminating New Testament Christianity. The organization traces its roots to the Clarke Fund in 1922 and took the name Christian Restoration Association in 1925. The CRA is based in Mason, Ohio, and its work is directed toward churches, ministers, elders, teachers, and Christian workers in Ohio, the United States, and through its publishing ministry to readers beyond the U.S. A central part of the CRA’s work is publishing and teaching. It produces…
Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile
The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them with the truth of Scripture and defending and disseminating New Testament Christianity. The organization traces its roots to the Clarke Fund in 1922 and took the name Christian Restoration Association in 1925. The CRA is based in Mason, Ohio, and its work is directed toward churches, ministers, elders, teachers, and Christian workers in Ohio, the United States, and through its publishing ministry to readers beyond the U.S.
A central part of the CRA’s work is publishing and teaching. It produces The Restoration Herald, a long-running monthly publication focused on biblical teaching, commentary, and Restoration Movement concerns. The organization also publishes books, tracts, and other ministry resources through its bookstore. Alongside print publishing, the CRA makes teaching available through articles, archived issues, and video content connected to conferences and seminars. This combination of publishing and event-based instruction shows that the ministry operates as both a resource center and a support organization for local churches.
The CRA also provides several practical services for congregations. Recycled Riches is one of its best-known programs, offering interest-free loans to qualifying churches, especially those needing help with buildings and early-stage development. The association also oversees the Christian Bible Institute, a self-paced online study program in Bible, theology, church history, and related subjects for Christians who want deeper training outside a traditional college or seminary track. In addition, the organization maintains an evangelists page for churches seeking supply preachers and provides church ministry development support through Associate Director Jim Book, who works with congregations on outreach, leadership development, coaching, and vision casting.
Training and events are another major part of the CRA’s strategy. The association sponsors a Bible conference every two years and also partners in the annual Florida Bible Conference. These gatherings are designed to address current issues facing churches and to provide Bible teaching in a conference setting. The CRA’s ministry model is therefore not built around a single program, but around a mix of publishing, leadership training, financial assistance, conferences, and direct ministry support for local congregations. That makes it especially relevant for churches looking for theological resources as well as hands-on ministry help.
People can engage with the Christian Restoration Association in several ways. Churches and individuals can read or subscribe to The Restoration Herald, enroll in Christian Bible Institute courses, request ministry help, invite one of the listed evangelists or speakers, attend conferences, or contribute financially through the CRA’s general fund or designated efforts such as Recycled Riches. Contact information is publicly listed through the organization’s main office, and the CRA also maintains official social channels where it shares teaching content and ministry updates.
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Church of ChristThe Gospel of Christ (TGOC)The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) is a Tennessee-based evangelistic media ministry providing free Bible lessons through…Church of Christ · Publishing
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The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) — Organization Profile The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) is an evangelistic media ministry dedicated to “taking the WHOLE gospel to the WHOLE world” through television, radio, and digital distribution. TGOC’s work centers on presenting Bible…
The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) — Organization Profile The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) is an evangelistic media ministry dedicated to “taking the WHOLE gospel to the WHOLE world” through television, radio, and digital distribution. TGOC’s work centers on presenting Bible lessons that churches and individuals can use for outreach, personal study, and congregational teaching, with an emphasis on clear New Testament instruction and broad accessibility across multiple platforms. A distinctive of TGOC is its commitment to FREE media distribution. The ministry provides free audio and video lessons (including USB, DVD, and digital downloads) to unrestricted areas of the world, along with downloadable transcripts. This model is designed to remove cost barriers for seekers, missionaries, and congregations that want consistent teaching…
The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) — Organization Profile
The Gospel of Christ (TGOC) is an evangelistic media ministry dedicated to “taking the WHOLE gospel to the WHOLE world” through television, radio, and digital distribution. TGOC’s work centers on presenting Bible lessons that churches and individuals can use for outreach, personal study, and congregational teaching, with an emphasis on clear New Testament instruction and broad accessibility across multiple platforms.
A distinctive of TGOC is its commitment to FREE media distribution. The ministry provides free audio and video lessons (including USB, DVD, and digital downloads) to unrestricted areas of the world, along with downloadable transcripts. This model is designed to remove cost barriers for seekers, missionaries, and congregations that want consistent teaching content for Bible studies, evangelism efforts, and ongoing discipleship.
TGOC also maintains a wide broadcast footprint. The ministry states that it airs on over 200 television stations and distributes content through streaming and on-demand channels. In addition to the website’s on-demand library, TGOC points audiences to access points such as Roku and Amazon Fire TV, podcasts and music platforms, and app-based viewing. This multi-channel approach helps keep Bible teaching available for those who watch live broadcasts, those who primarily stream, and those who prefer audio-based learning.
The ministry operates with church oversight. TGOC states that the work is overseen by the elders of the Red Hill church of Christ in Manchester, Tennessee, and it also maintains a board of trustees to assist with day-to-day direction as a nonprofit. This structure reflects a church-supported model intended to keep the ministry aligned with its evangelistic purpose and accountable in governance.
TGOC’s leadership team includes staff roles focused on production, operations, and public engagement. Ben Bailey serves as the program’s Speaker/Evangelist, while the office and operations work includes management and communications responsibilities to coordinate broadcasts, free media requests, and support relationships with congregations. TGOC also uses field representatives in different regions to help congregations learn about the ministry and coordinate engagement.
TGOC is based for correspondence at McMinnville, Tennessee, and serves viewers and churches across the United States and internationally through broadcast, streaming, and free-resource distribution. People can engage with TGOC by watching or sharing lessons, requesting free media for personal or congregational use, using the Bible Knowledge Base and study aids, and supporting the work financially through its giving options.
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Church of ChristTruth for Today (TFT)Truth For Today (TFT) is a West Union, South Carolina-based literature ministry publishing a free bi-monthly…Church of Christ · Publishing
Truth for Today (TFT)
Truth For Today (TFT) — Organization Profile Truth For Today (TFT) is a Christian literature and teaching ministry centered on serious Bible study shaped by the principle of “Right Division” (2 Timothy 2:15). Through its long-running newsletter, articles, and resource…
Truth For Today (TFT) — Organization Profile Truth For Today (TFT) is a Christian literature and teaching ministry centered on serious Bible study shaped by the principle of “Right Division” (2 Timothy 2:15). Through its long-running newsletter, articles, and resource distribution, TFT aims to help believers study Scripture carefully and consistently, emphasizing what the ministry describes as “rightly divided” understanding of God’s Word. TFT’s work includes publishing, teaching support, and connecting readers to ongoing study opportunities. TFT’s history dates to July 1, 1948, when Oscar M. Baker began the ministry and served as its founding editor. Over time, TFT developed into a periodical-based ministry that also maintained a library of Bibles, books, and study aids. Today, TFT continues that model…
Truth For Today (TFT) — Organization Profile
Truth For Today (TFT) is a Christian literature and teaching ministry centered on serious Bible study shaped by the principle of “Right Division” (2 Timothy 2:15). Through its long-running newsletter, articles, and resource distribution, TFT aims to help believers study Scripture carefully and consistently, emphasizing what the ministry describes as “rightly divided” understanding of God’s Word. TFT’s work includes publishing, teaching support, and connecting readers to ongoing study opportunities.
TFT’s history dates to July 1, 1948, when Oscar M. Baker began the ministry and served as its founding editor. Over time, TFT developed into a periodical-based ministry that also maintained a library of Bibles, books, and study aids. Today, TFT continues that model by combining a regular print-and-digital publication with an online archive of past issues and articles.
A core offering is the Truth For Today bi-monthly newsletter, which TFT states is available free of charge (delivered by email or USPS mail) to anyone who requests it. The ministry publishes six issues per year and encourages readers to subscribe for delivery, along with accessing past volumes and topical articles online. The site also features book reviews and teaching content intended to support personal study and small-group discussion.
In addition, TFT maintains an online “Store” featuring Bibles, books, and other study aids offered at cost, with domestic ordering available through the website. The ministry describes a headquarters library in South Carolina where resources are stocked and supported through the generosity of donors. TFT also shares the writings of Bible teachers it highlights (including E. W. Bullinger, Charles H. Welch, and Stuart Allen) and provides multiple content categories—articles, book reviews, and conference updates—to help readers explore specific topics.
TFT also hosts Bible conferences (including virtual conference options) and promotes ongoing online studies. Conference pages provide schedules and practical instructions for participation, and TFT’s news updates point readers to ways to join studies and follow ministry developments. TFT notes that the ministry is supported by donations and states that no one at TFT is financially compensated for their work.
Truth For Today lists its correspondence location as West Union, South Carolina, and serves readers across the United States and internationally through mailings and online publishing. Individuals and churches can engage by subscribing to the newsletter, ordering study resources, sharing articles with others, participating in conferences or online studies, and supporting TFT through prayer and giving.
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Church of ChristWorld Bible School (WBS)World Bible School (WBS) is a Cedar Park, Texas-based nonprofit that equips Christians worldwide to share…Church of Christ · Church of Christ
World Bible School (WBS)
World Bible School (WBS) — Organization Profile World Bible School (WBS) is a nonprofit evangelism and discipleship ministry that helps everyday Christians share Jesus through interactive Bible studies. WBS describes its mission as “to share Jesus with the world by…
World Bible School (WBS) — Organization Profile World Bible School (WBS) is a nonprofit evangelism and discipleship ministry that helps everyday Christians share Jesus through interactive Bible studies. WBS describes its mission as “to share Jesus with the world by motivating and equipping a global network of Christians to use interactive Bible studies effectively.” Its tools are built to connect truth-seekers with volunteer “Study Helpers” who encourage, guide, and walk with students through Scripture. WBS offers multiple pathways for study and teaching. Traditional Postal lessons allow one-on-one correspondence teaching through the mail, while WBS also supports Online lessons through its web and app platforms. WBS emphasizes that these approaches can be used by individuals or congregations as practical ways to…
World Bible School (WBS) — Organization Profile
World Bible School (WBS) is a nonprofit evangelism and discipleship ministry that helps everyday Christians share Jesus through interactive Bible studies. WBS describes its mission as “to share Jesus with the world by motivating and equipping a global network of Christians to use interactive Bible studies effectively.” Its tools are built to connect truth-seekers with volunteer “Study Helpers” who encourage, guide, and walk with students through Scripture.
WBS offers multiple pathways for study and teaching. Traditional Postal lessons allow one-on-one correspondence teaching through the mail, while WBS also supports Online lessons through its web and app platforms. WBS emphasizes that these approaches can be used by individuals or congregations as practical ways to participate in Great Commission outreach and to build relationships that lead to local connections and further discipleship.
A distinctive part of WBS’s international teaching strategy is Ocean Bridge, a system designed to teach international students without relying on unreliable postal systems. Ocean Bridge uses scanning and service-center support to speed up lesson exchange and increase follow-through for printed-lesson students in targeted regions. WBS also promotes Mathetis, a group-based platform designed for studying Bible courses together online, helping churches and small groups create shared learning environments.
WBS supports churches with additional evangelism resources and stories that encourage ongoing outreach. The ministry publishes ACTION!, described as its flagship publication, sharing updates, tips, and testimonies connected to WBS tools and global impact. WBS also points users to a digital library and other resources intended to strengthen Bible teaching, personal study, and congregational evangelism planning.
Leadership communication and updates are part of how WBS keeps its network connected. WBS publishes regular “President’s Update” communications from its president, Brian Rex Davis, and highlights ongoing efforts to expand tools, translations, and international partnerships. WBS also provides clear “how to start” onramps for churches and individuals who want to begin teaching—whether through postal correspondence, online study, or Ocean Bridge.
World Bible School is based in Cedar Park, Texas, and serves a global network of churches and volunteer Study Helpers who connect with Bible students in many countries. People can engage with WBS by enrolling as a student, applying to become a Study Helper, starting a church-based teaching effort, using Ocean Bridge or Mathetis for group study, and supporting the ministry through giving.
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Church of ChristWorld Video Bible School (WVBS)World Video Bible School (WVBS) is a Maxwell, Texas-based nonprofit serving the church worldwide with free…Church of Christ · Publishing
World Video Bible School (WVBS)
World Video Bible School (WVBS) — Organization Profile World Video Bible School (WVBS) is a nonprofit media and publishing ministry that has served Christians since 1986 by producing scripturally sound teaching and evangelism materials for the church’s use worldwide. WVBS…
World Video Bible School (WVBS) — Organization Profile World Video Bible School (WVBS) is a nonprofit media and publishing ministry that has served Christians since 1986 by producing scripturally sound teaching and evangelism materials for the church’s use worldwide. WVBS distributes content across video, audio, and print formats, aiming to make Bible study resources widely accessible and practical for congregations, families, and individuals. A major part of WVBS’s public-facing ministry is its free online video platform, WVBS Online Video, which includes 3,000+ freely viewable Bible-based videos. The library is organized for multiple audiences and needs—single lessons, documentaries, sermons and debates, topical series, and in-depth studies of Bible books—so churches can use the material for classes, small groups, and personal discipleship.…
World Video Bible School (WVBS) — Organization Profile
World Video Bible School (WVBS) is a nonprofit media and publishing ministry that has served Christians since 1986 by producing scripturally sound teaching and evangelism materials for the church’s use worldwide. WVBS distributes content across video, audio, and print formats, aiming to make Bible study resources widely accessible and practical for congregations, families, and individuals.
A major part of WVBS’s public-facing ministry is its free online video platform, WVBS Online Video, which includes 3,000+ freely viewable Bible-based videos. The library is organized for multiple audiences and needs—single lessons, documentaries, sermons and debates, topical series, and in-depth studies of Bible books—so churches can use the material for classes, small groups, and personal discipleship. WVBS emphasizes quality production while keeping resources broadly available through streaming and sharing tools.
WVBS also operates a free Online Bible School that offers 45 comprehensive Bible courses covering every book of the Bible, designed for self-paced study with multiple student levels and certificates/diplomas. This school-based pathway complements the video library by giving students a structured progression for deeper study. WVBS additionally develops focused, topic-specific websites (such as evangelism and common-question resources) to help seekers and Christians explore targeted biblical subjects.
Alongside its free digital content, WVBS produces and distributes inexpensive physical resources through the WVBS Store. These materials include DVDs, USBs and hard drives, notebooks and electronic notebooks, books, posters, and evangelism tools such as invitation cards and teaching aids. Many WVBS resources are designed to help local churches place consistent teaching materials into the hands of members and visitors, supporting both internal discipleship and outward evangelism.
WVBS lists its base of operations as Maxwell, Texas, and describes its ministry as serving the church worldwide through online distribution, shipping of resources, and multilingual projects. Churches and individuals can engage with WVBS by streaming and sharing videos, enrolling in the Online Bible School, ordering physical teaching tools for classes and outreach, and supporting the ministry through its contribution options.
