Local Hope: celebrating the local Body of Christ in action

CarePortal: The Big Picture Kingdom

CarePorta [https://www.careportal.org/]l is a connecting technology that drives action for local children and families in crisis. Tune in to hear how this tool has opened doors for churches and agencies to serve families across the Holland/Zeeland area! Rebecca Velthouse from Bethany Christian Services [https://bethany.org/locations/us/michigan/holland] and Pastor Jonathan Wilwerding from Ventura Baptist Church [https://www.venturabaptistchurch.com/] share how God has expanded their views of the Kingdom through CarePortal collaboration.

12 Ways to Pray: Ezekiel 37:7-10

Prayer unites us, even when we are apart. Join us on this rhythm of monthly "12 Ways to Pray" episodes that highlight prayer requests for local churches along with business, education, government, healthcare, and social service needs of Holland/Zeeland. Each month, we will P (pause), R (reflect), A (ask), and Y (yield) with scripture, liturgy, and local news in mind. Thanks for joining us!

Gen Z Worship: Authentic & Prepared

What is the next generation looking for in congregational worship? Is it possible for multigenerational worship to foster belonging for all? Join us to hear Alex Cross from Christ Memorial Church [https://christmemorial.org/] and Dr. Jim DeBoer from Hope College's Awakening [https://hope.edu/offices/awakening/] summer program unpack the trends and desires they see in high school worship leaders today.

12 Ways to Pray: John 13:34-35

Prayer unites us, even when we are apart. Join us on this rhythm of monthly "12 Ways to Pray" episodes that highlight prayer requests for local churches along with business, education, government, healthcare, and social service needs of Holland/Zeeland. Each month, we will P (pause), R (reflect), A (ask), and Y (yield) with scripture, liturgy, and local news in mind. Thanks for joining us!

A Solid Foundation

How is home repair linked to discipleship? Discover how Benjamin Rodgers from Solid Rock Ministries [https://solidrock-ministries.org/] and Shari Garcia from Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity [https://www.lakeshorehabitat.org/] are putting their faith into action by coming alongside those in need of house maintenance support. God is showing up to provide for and through these faithful Christian leaders in our community!