pray Into the Fray: Praying for Planters Then Jesus told his disciples...that they should always pray and not give up. (Luke 18:1)While thoughtful plans and strategies are necessary, if God is not ultimately at
manhattan Grieving Losses and Pressing Forward This article is contributed by Russel Rader, who is preparing to start a new church in Manhattan. “How lonely sits the city that was full of people!” –Lamentations 1:1From
miami Finding Creative Ways to Connect in Miami In the midst of this unique season of physical distancing, church planters Terrence & Emma Mullings are pressing forward with fostering community and building momentum for the launch of a
newsletter The Latest: July News As the summer warms up, so do the efforts of church planters as they prepare for the fall season. Church planting always requires creativity – even more so in a time
cincinnati Fostering a New Faith Family This article is contributed by Chris and Katherine Marlin and Tyler Chernesky, who are currently preparing to start a new church in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Our dreams of church planting
oakland Pray, Watch, Bless: Church Planting While Physically Distancing This article is contributed by Gabe Garcia. Gabe, Kari, and their kids recently moved to Oakland, California, where they are preparing to start a new church. “Many are the plans
justice How Your Church Can Begin Making a Strategy for Racial Justice “Most churches and Christian organizations have all kinds of strategies: a strategy for evangelism, a strategy for crisis planning, a strategy for staffing, or a strategy for how to manage
in their own words Remembering and Celebrating God's Work at Crossway Christian Church This article is contributed by Dave Smith, who served as the founding pastor at Crossway Christian Church in Nashau, NH – one of Orchard Group's church plants back in the '90s.
newsletter The Latest: June News As we near the halfway point of 2020, we can look back on what has already been a historically challenging year. It makes us all the more grateful for you
life change Meet Phineas New churches in new places mean more opportunities for people to hear the good news that they matter to God. Each new church provides the opportunity for more people to
next chapter The Next Chapter: NYC & Istanbul Istanbul, Turkey is a city of 15 million people, yet it only has about 30 thousand Christians, making it one of the least-churched cities in the world. Planting a church
churches A Vision for Greater Miami Greater Miami is filled with beautiful, diverse people. They are each known by and important to God. For years, Terrence and Emma Mullings have been praying, working, and dreaming for
newsletter The Latest: May News Over the past six weeks, it's been beautiful to see Orchard Group church plants "be the church" during this unique season. There's been much to celebrate as we see churches
resources Church Finance Considerations for This Season By Robert Tomko, finance director Three church finance considerations for our current moment:1.) Maintain accurate and responsible records.During this time, many of us will have fewer in-person connections
istanbul Navigating a New Reality Our team has recently been encouraged by a report from some of our international planters of how they're navigating a "new norm" in light of COVID-19. We invite you to
photos The Church in Action During COVID-19 From raising additional benevolence funds, to creating new approaches for worship services, to fostering new ways for intentional connection, to proactively supporting local community, to practicing lament together... it's been
in their own words Christian Life in Times of Crisis Every crisis is different and the one we find ourselves in is particularly unique. Still, there are lessons to be gleaned from the past and principles learned in previous fires
resources Made For This: Strength in Weakness From Luke Greer, Partnership Director He said to me, “My strength is made perfect in weakness.” —2 Corinthians 12:9Strong and Weak LinksA couple of weeks ago, Malcolm Gladwell gave
pmtg Meet John We often say that we plant churches because people matter to God. God cares deeply for each individual on this planet. He created them. He loves them. He knows their
next chapter The Next Chapter: Brooklyn & Oakland In 2016, Brandon and Ty Watts launched Epiphany Church in Brooklyn with a vision to help real people in the borough discover and follow Jesus. Today, Epiphany Church is enjoying
newsletter April News from Orchard Group – A Letter from Brent Dear Friends and Partners, Thank you so much for prayerfully investing in new churches, especially during this challenging season. Your prayers are making an even bigger impact than you realize.
resources FAQ for Churches: The Paycheck Protection Program from Greg Hubbard, Director of Operations, Orchard Group What is it?The economic stimulus bill recently passed by Congress (the CARES 2020 Act) contains $349 billion in potentially forgivable loans
leadership Ministering in the Blizzard and Preparing for Winter Like many organizations that are serving entrepreneurs and start-ups, we have been challenged by Praxis' article Leading Beyond the Blizzard. It gives an excellent framework for the current moment, and
long haul Staying Spiritually Healthy in Crisis By Brent Storms, Orchard Group President/CEO Over the past couple of decades with Orchard Group I have experienced a handful of crises: the terrorist attacks on 9/11, the
pray Seven Days of Prayer Join nearly 4,000 prayer partners in praying for seven days. Begin anytime, and then return to do it again: Day 1 View this post on Instagram Would you join
