February 14, 2010
The NACC Is for Students Too!
Youth in Ministry previews the 2010 NACC Student Convention in Indianapolis, featuring intergenerational evening sessions, a college fair, worship, workshops, and student-focused programming.
Articles for tag: Indianapolis
February 14, 2010
Two Conventions in One: The NACC and FACC
The Filipino & American Christian Convention joins the NACC in Indianapolis, with shared evening sessions, FACC-focused programming, guest speakers, and the anticipated Filipiniana celebration.
February 14, 2010
NACC: BEYOND
Ben Cachiaras calls leaders and churches to follow Jesus beyond comfort and routine, framing the 2010 North American Christian Convention as a challenge toward restoration and renewal.
February 10, 2010
A New Look at What We Need
Mark A. Taylor previews a North American Christian Convention shaped by Ben Cachiaras’s renewed calls to mission, restoration, and fresh engagement with a changing culture.
November 15, 2009
Can We Become Better Discipling Churches?
Derek Duncan challenges churches to move beyond weekend-centered programming and build relational discipleship pathways that equip believers for leadership, mission, community engagement, and Great Commission living.
July 26, 2009
Principles that Saved My Life
Derek L. Duncan reflects on Psalm 33 and the comfort Scripture gives when believers feel alone, lost, or burdened by the pressure to control life.
September 24, 2008
A Simple Survey by, for, and About Elders
Mark A. Taylor invites readers to complete a survey about elders in their congregations ahead of his workshop at the Indianapolis Congress of Elders.
September 21, 2008
NACC Viewpoints: Attendees Are Amazingly Blessed
Allan Dunbar reflects on the NACC in Cincinnati, sharing attendee stories of encouragement, ministry renewal, worship, prayer, and the lasting value of gathering together.
September 10, 2008
Interview with Gary Johnson
Gary Johnson explains how Indian Creek Christian Church plans creative worship experiences around one clear “bottom line” to encourage transformed lives and reach people not yet following Christ.
September 7, 2008
Getting There Is Worth the Cost
Gary L. Johnson outlines six practical steps for church strategic planning, showing how elders, staff, and volunteers can work together to move a congregation forward with purpose.
Let’s See More Stories Like This One
Mark A. Taylor reflects on CMF and FAME’s cooperation in AIDS ministry and urges churches and parachurch ministries to work together for the cause of Christ.
April 13, 2008
How Healthy Are Our Megachurches? (An Introduction)
Christian Standard’s annual megachurch issue expands its reporting with more analysis, health indicators, and an interview with Kent Fillinger. Learn about the 2007 Megachurch Report: Deluxe Edition and how readers can help identify missing churches.
March 26, 2008
Interview with Dr. Tom Alley
Dr. Tom Alley explains the global toll of HIV/AIDS and urges churches to respond with informed compassion. He previews the “Your Church and AIDS” conference and the Hope Partnership effort serving families in Nairobi, Kenya.
January 27, 2008
Size Matters: The Changing Role of Elder
As Oaklandon Christian Church grew, its elders had to shift from managing day-to-day decisions to policy, vision, and oversight. Doug Priest explains how church size reshapes leadership and why spiritual responsibility must remain central.
January 2, 2008
Making the Most of Our Opportunities
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the lasting influence of Russ Blowers and Gene Dulin, then previews CHRISTIAN STANDARD’s 2008 plans, including a “Reflections” writer lineup and a yearlong emphasis on the eldership.
December 31, 2007
Worship Ideas from The Creek
A downloadable resource from The Creek in Indianapolis shares orders of worship, monologues, and responsive readings—practical examples to spark creativity and support worship planning in your local church.
August 12, 2007
Ministering to the Least of These: East 91st Street Christian Church, Indianapolis, IN
East 91st Street Christian Church in Indianapolis supports HIV/AIDS and hunger relief through long-term partnerships with CMF International and Food for the Hungry, plus an annual Thanksgiving weekend world hunger offering.
July 22, 2007
10 Things any Church Can Do to Enrich Worship
Ten practical ways to add a fresh spark to Sunday worship—from prayer and tech preparation to Communion, responsive readings, and special emphasis Sundays—so services stay engaging and God honoring.
February 11, 2007
The National Missionary Convention–at a Glance
Key facts and figures from the National Missionary Convention, held November 16-19, 2006, in Indianapolis—attendance totals, teen convention registration, workshops, offerings, and college student participation.
November 19, 2006
The Voice That Matters
A pastor reflects on the hidden danger of people-pleasing in leadership and the temptation to make decisions by popular opinion. Looking to Moses, he urges leaders to pay attention to God’s voice and remember their call.
