Articles for tag: RENEW.org

February 18, 2026

Wes Woodell

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RENEW.org Gathering 2026: Hills to Die On

RENEW.org Gathering 2026: Hills to Die On is a two-day conference designed to equip disciple-making leaders with biblical clarity, compassionate conviction, and practical tools for ministry. Centered on the theme “Hills to Die On,” the gathering helps attendees think through which beliefs are essential to the faith, which are important for faithful obedience, and which are matters of personal conviction—so churches can pursue unity without sacrificing truth. Expect main sessions, breakouts, and meaningful networking focused on strengthening churches and accelerating disciple-making. April 21–22, 2026. For details and registration information, visit the 2026 RENEW.org Gathering page on RENEW.org.

News Briefs for Aug. 25

Point University graduate and trustee Marvin Bussey is featured on a new mural in East Point, Ga., that pays tribute to “Atlanta’s Finest.” Plus briefs from Ozark Christian College, Mountain Mission School, IDES, and more.

News Briefs for Feb. 24

An online learning community event for senior leaders of Christian churches is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CT) March 11. The virtual event—presented by Renew.org and sponsored by The Solomon Foundation—will explore the book Disciple Making Culture by Brandon Guindon. Go to renew.org for more information and to register. _ _ _ Lyndon Haines, 33, pastor of Weiser (Idaho) Christian Church, is the newest member of Washington County Board of Commissioners. The Independent Enterprise recently sat down for a Q&A with the Boise Bible College graduate. _ _ _ A Spire Huddle on Effective Digital Church is set

Canadian Christian Colleges Find Unique Solutions to Disparate Challenges

By Jim Nieman Two Canadian Christian colleges have undergone major changes over the course of the last several months. At Alberta Bible College in Calgary, the disruption resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has caused the school to deliver its classes via an online method since the springtime. “We weigh the information we receive from Alberta Health Services weekly and are trying to determine if beginning some physical classes in January is prudent,” president Stanley Helton said. Maritime Christian College also has seen disruption, but those changes were in motion even before the coronavirus began dominating the world’s headlines. MCC—located in

Renew Gathering Emphasizes Theology Behind Disciple-Making

By Chris Moon A new gathering of disciple-makers within the Restoration Movement—and beyond it—will meet Nov. 6 in Nashville. The Renew Gathering is expected to draw about 600 people. It is aimed at helping participants grasp solid disciple-making theology. The conference will serve as a precursor to the annual National Disciple Making Forum, which also will meet in Nashville and is set for Nov. 7, 8. “At Renew, you get the theology. At the National Disciple Making Forum, you get the methodology,” said Bobby Harrington, who is organizing both conferences and leads their accompanying websites, Renew.org and Discipleship.org. Harrington is

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