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A Growing Crisis Hidden in Plain Sight Winchester's family homelessness crisis looks nothing like what most people imagine. There are no tent encampments or visible street corners occupied by children. Instead, the crisis unfolds quietly in motel rooms, backseats of cars, and overcrowded apartments where families double up with relatives, desperately hoping their situation will improve. Chris Briganti, Executive Director of Family Promise Winchester Area, sits down with Janet Michael on The Valley Today to reveal a startling reality: 539 students in Winchester, Frederick, Warren, and Clarke County schools self-identified as homeless during the 2024-2025 school year. Since self-identification means the actual number is likely much higher, the scope of the problem becomes clear—family homelessness is Winchester's invisible emergency. "These families are not people you see on the street corner," Chris explains. "The families we are helping are your neighbor next door. They are your friends who you probably don't know about because they've gotten very good at hiding and covering it up. You would have no idea that it's your bank teller or the person checking you out at Walmart." From Growth to Impact: A Year of Transformation Family Promise Winchester Area has undergone significant changes since its inception in 2022. After beginning to serve families in 2023, the organization hired Chris as their first executive director in July 2025. Furthermore, they recently updated their name from Family Promise of Northern Shenandoah Valley to avoid confusion with their neighboring affiliate in Shenandoah County. However, the most remarkable transformation has been in their impact numbers. During all of 2025, Family Promise moved 28 families into new homes and prevented 13 evictions, serving approximately 80 children total. In contrast, by mid-February 2026—just six weeks into the new year—they had already moved seven families into housing and prevented 11 evictions, helping 45 children. That's more than half of their entire previous year's impact. "Data is everything," Chris emphasizes. "Not only is it important for advocacy, but I think one of the basic things we owe our donors and society as a nonprofit organization is to let them know where that money is going." The Help Us Move In Fund: Small Investments, Enormous Returns At the heart of Family Promise's success lies their "Help Us Move In" (HUME) fund, which provides direct financial assistance to families teetering on the edge of homelessness. The program's efficiency is staggering: it costs approximately $500 per child to secure stable housing. "Maybe they need help making the first month's rent, or maybe there's back rent and they've done everything," Chris explains. "Sometimes all we have to do is help with $500. Give that to the landlord for rental arrears, and then that family will never need assistance again." The fund recently received a transformative boost when Opequon Presbyterian Church donated $20,000 as part of their capital campaign. Chris admits he "almost fell out of his chair" when he opened the envelope. Every penny of that donation goes directly to landlords or utility providers—never into families' pockets—eliminating concerns about misuse of funds. Moreover, the organization carefully vets applicants, reviewing rent ledgers from the past year and analyzing family finances. They ask critical questions: Are families missing rent every month, or is this truly a one-time crisis? Are they spending responsibly? This scrutiny ensures limited resources go to families who will succeed with just a bit of help. The Invisible Population: Who Needs Help and Why Contrary to stereotypes about chronically homeless populations, Family Promise increasingly serves families who have never needed assistance before. These are federal contractors laid off from their jobs, workers who fell ill and couldn't maintain employment, or families facing the cascading effects of a government shutdown. "These are families that have worked a good job for a long time, who have never had to ask for assistance in any way, shape, or form," Chris notes. "But they lose their job—a lot of federal contractors have been laid off—or they get ill and can't work." Janet adds an important clarification: "I think that's a big misconception. The general public thinks these federal contractors are making multimillion dollars a year, and that is not the case. They are not making much more above minimum wage than the rest of us. They're living paycheck to paycheck, especially with cost of living going up so much." Additionally, these families often fall into a frustrating gap. They make too much money to qualify for traditional social services, yet not enough to escape the motel cycle, where families pay $2,000 monthly for temporary housing while being unable to save for first month's rent and security deposits on permanent apartments. The Devastating Impact on Children The conversation takes a sobering turn when Chris discusses the research on childhood homelessness. The statistics paint a grim picture of generational trauma and lost potential. Recent studies reveal that housing instability—even when families are "doubled up" with relatives rather than literally on the streets—produces effects on children comparable to outright homelessness. Meanwhile, a 2018 Minnesota study found that 36% of adults experiencing homelessness first became homeless at or before age 18. The physiological impacts are equally alarming. Infants born the year before or after their mother enters an emergency shelter show higher rates of low birth weight, hospitalization, and emergency room visits compared to other low-income infants. These children face increased risks of asthma, chronic illnesses, and developmental delays. When homelessness lasts more than six months, children from infancy to age four experience significantly higher risks of developmental delays and hospitalization. "How do you pay attention when you're hungry?" Chris asks. "How do you pay attention when you don't know where you're going to do your homework tonight? How do you pay attention when you're sitting in class wearing the same clothes you wore the day before?" Furthermore, emerging research in epigenetics suggests that environmental trauma can literally alter gene expression—changes that can then be inherited by the next generation. Childhood poverty costs the nation upwards of a trillion dollars annually, yet early interventions like Family Promise's programs deliver a four-to-nine-dollar return on every dollar invested. "When we invest early in these childhood interventions, which is what Family Promise is all about, we help stop a cycle," Chris emphasizes. "We all do better when children have a safe place to live." The Housing Crisis and Creative Solutions Winchester's affordable housing shortage presents one of Family Promise's biggest challenges. Nevertheless, the organization has built strategic partnerships with landlords and apartment complexes who understand their mission. These partnerships prove mutually beneficial. Landlords allow Family Promise families to move to the front of the waiting list, knowing the organization carefully vets applicants and provides ongoing case management. Some landlords even reduce rent slightly for families working with Family Promise, recognizing the reduced risk. "Landlords, that's huge for us," Chris says. "We're working with these families. We're keeping a tight eye on them, and so it limits risk for landlords." Looking ahead, Family Promise is conducting a feasibility study for a standalone shelter facility, though that goal remains years away. In the meantime, they're exploring leasing apartments directly to families to create a more immediate shelter program. Currently, families living in cars receive limited emergency assistance while the organization rushes to secure permanent housing. Beyond Housing: Comprehensive Support Services While housing assistance forms the core of their work, Family Promise offers additional support to address the secondary crises that often push families into housing instability. The organization provides up to $500 for vehicle repairs, recognizing that transportation access often determines whether families can maintain employment. They offer up to $250 for back property taxes and supply bus passes when needed. Additionally, they provide up to $300 per family for afterschool childcare, removing another barrier to employment stability. "All of this is designed to figure out what's that bump, get them over that hill, and then let them live smoothly," Chris explains. Faith-Rooted, Universally Welcoming Family Promise Winchester Area's relationship with faith communities reflects a thoughtful balance. The national Family Promise network originated in 1988 with founder Karen Olsen's rotating shelter model, where families moved between different church host sites—similar to how Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter (WATTS) operates today for individuals. Church partners remain essential to the organization's funding and volunteer base, with Opequon Presbyterian's recent $20,000 donation exemplifying this support. However, while Family Promise is driven by interfaith values like compassion, love, and empathy, their programming itself remains secular. "We believe in compassion, love, empathy, helping the meek, but our programming itself is not faith-based," Chris clarifies. "We serve all families of all compositions. It doesn't matter what religion you are. There is no expectation that you'll have to go to church on Sunday in order for us to cover your rent." The organization defines family through the child's perspective: whoever the child sees as family is their family, regardless of composition. Any family with a minor child or expecting a child who lives in Winchester, Frederick, Warren, or Clarke County qualifies for services. How the Community Can Help As the conversation concludes, Chris issues a call to action for the Winchester community. Family Promise needs landlords willing to work with their families, volunteers offering even two hours of time, and financial donations of any size. "I'll get a check for $5 and people apologize, saying 'I'm sorry it's not more,'" Chris shares. "$5 makes a real difference. If you get a hundred people giving you $5, that's $500—that's one family we were able to prevent from an eviction." Beyond monetary donations, simple actions make an impact. Following Family Promise Winchester on Facebook and liking or sharing their posts helps algorithms spread awareness. Every share brings Winchester's "best kept secret" a little closer to the visibility it needs. For families needing assistance, the process starts at www.familypromisewinchester.org, where a program application allows quick assessment and entry into the case management system. Time sensitivity matters—many situations require immediate intervention. For everyone else—donors, volunteers, landlords, or simply concerned citizens—the website offers multiple ways to engage. The organization can be reached at (540) 323-8038 or info@familypromisewinchester.org. A Story That Needs Telling Perhaps the most powerful moment in the conversation comes when Chris describes a family currently receiving assistance: "The first thing the mother said to us is, 'We went from taking vacations to living in a motel.' All it took was an illness, a layoff, and that's where they are." This narrative shatters assumptions about who becomes homeless and why. It reminds listeners that family homelessness isn't about moral failing or poor choices—it's about an unforgiving housing market, stagnant wages, inadequate safety nets, and the reality that most Americans live far closer to financial catastrophe than they realize. Ultimately, Family Promise Winchester Area offers something rare and valuable: a proven intervention point where modest investment prevents catastrophic outcomes. At $500 per child, the Help Us Move In fund doesn't just house families—it preserves childhoods, protects development, prevents trauma, and breaks generational cycles of poverty. "We have to stop this because it's just so expensive," Chris concludes, referencing both the human and economic costs. "When we invest early in these childhood interventions, we help stop a cycle, and we also help everybody in society." Winchester's invisible crisis demands visible action. Family Promise Winchester Area has built the infrastructure, demonstrated the results, and proven the model works. Now they need the community's support to scale their impact and ensure no child in the region goes to sleep wondering where they'll wake up tomorrow.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260220dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain. 2 Peter 1:16-18 Faith Rooted in Fact People sometimes speak about Christianity as if it’s a comforting legend. It’s nice, meaningful, and inspiring, but not necessarily true. Like a story you tell children at bedtime. Or like something people invented long ago to explain life and ease fear. But Peter wouldn’t let anyone talk that way about Jesus. He says clearly: “We did not follow cleverly devised stories.” In other words, “This wasn't a made-up tale. We weren’t passing along rumors or religious myths. We were there.” Peter and the disciples personally saw Jesus’ glory on the mountain. They heard the voice from heaven declare: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” That moment wasn't imagination or metaphor. It happened in real time, in real history, before real eyewitnesses. And Peter was willing to stake everything on it. He didn’t benefit from telling that story. He wasn’t paid or celebrated. He was opposed, imprisoned, beaten, and eventually killed for proclaiming what he had seen and heard. That’s what makes the Christian faith so different from mere “belief systems.” Christianity doesn’t begin with people reaching up to God through feelings or philosophy. It begins with God stepping down into our world so that we could know him in truth. So, when guilt weighs on your heart, or suffering raises questions, or doubt whispers that it’s all too good to be true, remember this: your faith rests on something that happened. Not clever stories, but eyewitness truth. And the Jesus they saw is the same Jesus who still reigns in power and still calls you his own. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you that my faith is grounded in truth, not imagination. Strengthen my heart with your Word and help me trust what you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260220dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain. 2 Peter 1:16-18 Faith Rooted in Fact People sometimes speak about Christianity as if it’s a comforting legend. It’s nice, meaningful, and inspiring, but not necessarily true. Like a story you tell children at bedtime. Or like something people invented long ago to explain life and ease fear. But Peter wouldn’t let anyone talk that way about Jesus. He says clearly: “We did not follow cleverly devised stories.” In other words, “This wasn't a made-up tale. We weren’t passing along rumors or religious myths. We were there.” Peter and the disciples personally saw Jesus’ glory on the mountain. They heard the voice from heaven declare: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” That moment wasn’t imagination or metaphor. It happened in real time, in real history, before real eyewitnesses. And Peter was willing to stake everything on it. He didn’t benefit from telling that story. He wasn’t paid or celebrated. He was opposed, imprisoned, beaten, and eventually killed for proclaiming what he had seen and heard. That’s what makes the Christian faith so different from mere “belief systems.” Christianity doesn’t begin with people reaching up to God through feelings or philosophy. It begins with God stepping down into our world so that we could know him in truth. So, when guilt weighs on your heart, or suffering raises questions, or doubt whispers that it’s all too good to be true, remember this: your faith rests on something that happened. Not clever stories, but eyewitness truth. And the Jesus they saw is the same Jesus who still reigns in power and still calls you his own. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you that my faith is grounded in truth, not imagination. Strengthen my heart with your Word and help me trust what you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260220dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain. 2 Peter 1:16-18 Faith Rooted in Fact People sometimes speak about Christianity as if it’s a comforting legend. It’s nice, meaningful, and inspiring, but not necessarily true. Like a story you tell children at bedtime. Or like something people invented long ago to explain life and ease fear. But Peter wouldn’t let anyone talk that way about Jesus. He says clearly: “We did not follow cleverly devised stories.” In other words, “This wasn't a made-up tale. We weren’t passing along rumors or religious myths. We were there.” Peter and the disciples personally saw Jesus’ glory on the mountain. They heard the voice from heaven declare: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” That moment wasn’t imagination or metaphor. It happened in real time, in real history, before real eyewitnesses. And Peter was willing to stake everything on it. He didn’t benefit from telling that story. He wasn’t paid or celebrated. He was opposed, imprisoned, beaten, and eventually killed for proclaiming what he had seen and heard. That’s what makes the Christian faith so different from mere “belief systems.” Christianity doesn’t begin with people reaching up to God through feelings or philosophy. It begins with God stepping down into our world so that we could know him in truth. So, when guilt weighs on your heart, or suffering raises questions, or doubt whispers that it’s all too good to be true, remember this: your faith rests on something that happened. Not clever stories, but eyewitness truth. And the Jesus they saw is the same Jesus who still reigns in power and still calls you his own. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you that my faith is grounded in truth, not imagination. Strengthen my heart with your Word and help me trust what you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Zwelisha Shobede – Cage-Free Campaign Coordinator, SAFCEI spoke to Clarence about the World Café dialogue and campaign exhibition at the 17th Alternative Mining Indaba , placing faith-rooted, community-led alternatives to extractive development at the centre of the just transition debate. TAGS: Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raising Kids with a Faith Rooted in Love—not Fear In this tender and hope-filled episode, Wendy talks with author Mariko Clark and illustrator Rachel Eleanor, creators of The Book of Belonging—a reimagined children's Bible centered on original goodness, emotional literacy, inclusive imagery, and a deeply compassionate view of God. Together, they explore what it means to raise kids with a faith rooted in love, equity, and belonging—especially when you're navigating your own journey of healing from high-control theology or rethinking inherited beliefs.

If visibility makes you feel like you're putting yourself on display—or worse, building your own empire—you're not alone. But what if showing up boldly was actually part of your obedience? In this episode, Jan unpacks how visibility, when anchored in purpose and faith, becomes a tool for Kingdom impact and sustainable business growth.Learn how to build a personal brand that reflects your calling, resonates with your audience, and brings clarity to your mission—all without compromising your values. Because visibility isn't vanity when it's aligned with what God has called you to build.Whether you've been hiding behind your business name, struggling to find your voice online, or wondering if your brand really reflects your faith, this one's for you.IN THIS EPISODE:What “faith-rooted branding” actually means (hint: it's not just slapping a verse on your homepage)How visibility and obedience go hand-in-hand for the faith-driven entrepreneurThe most common branding mistakes Christian small business owners makeHow to audit your current brand for alignment, clarity, and growthPractical business growth tips that start with brand integrity—not noiseWhy your brand might be the key to unlocking deeper faith and business growthSCRIPTURE HIGHLIGHTS:Galatians 1:10 – Whose approval are you building for?2 Timothy 1:7 – God's spirit brings power, not timidity.Proverbs 31:25 – Strength, dignity, and faithful instruction.LINKS & RESOURCES:Register for Vision Day Download the Free Brand Clarity Guide Schedule a Free 20-Minute Brand Audit Call Follow Jan on Instagram: @jantouchberryBOTTOM LINE:Your personal brand already speaks. The question is—what is it saying?If you're ready to stop hiding and start building with holy confidence, this episode will give you the clarity and conviction to be faithfully visible.CONNECT WITH JAN:Here are all the best places and FREE stuff

GENESIS - Genesis 12:1-9, a look at the dependance, blessing, and object of faith

GENESIS - Genesis 12:1-9, a look at the command of YAHWEH, the genesis of faith, and the objectivity of faith.

In the Epistle for today, Paul implores us to remain established in the faith, which brings up the question, what is the faith? What is faith itself? There is a popular idea of what faith is out in society, and many churches do teach it. It is the idea that faith is about having the right answer. You need to have the right answer about knowledge, you need to have the right answer about the nature of God, or the correct Biblical interpretation, or the morally correct position on some social matter, or knowing the right words to say. That is what faith is: being right. And since faith and salvation are so intertwined, it creates an anxiety about what happens if you fail the test, and the depth of the consequences if you do. In some traditions it is not failing the test, it is about getting any one answer wrong. If you don't get an A+ it isn't good enough. What are the implications of that? It can create a huge sense of anxiety in people, even trauma for understanding the faith in this way. Listen to or read Bingham's entire sermon by clicking “Read More.”

Friday - A Faith Rooted In God's Word, pt. 5 by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

Thursday - A Faith Rooted In God's Word, pt. 4 by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

Wednesday - A Faith Rooted In God's Word, pt. 3 by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

Tuesday - A Faith Rooted In God's Word, pt. 2 by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

Monday - A Faith Rooted In God's Word, pt. 1 by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

Back in the early 90's, Publisher Clearinghouse was very popular. It offered the opportunity to become a millionaire. The TV ads were so entertaining and very persuasive to many. Some of us dreamed of the day when Ed McMahon would knock on our door with that big check! It was quite enticing. The catch is that you had to purchase magazine subscriptions. Some ate the bait and purchased countless magazine subscriptions to win big, while others did the minimal requirements. Sadly, the latest statistic I saw online said that it was a 1 in a 7 billion chance of winning. As Christians, our odds are 1 in 1. Philippians 4:19 clearly states that God will supply our needs. It didn't say that there was a chance that God would take care of our needs. The Bible states that God will. All we need to do is be faithful. Romans 2:6 lets us know that God honors faithfulness. Joshua reminds us of God's faithfulness when we are grounded in doing His work. The post RISK-TAKERS-THE ADVENTURE OF WALKING BY FAITH: Joshua: A Faith Rooted in God's Word (YOU-Sum'25, Study 1, Session 2) appeared first on YOU.

This is session 2 of the study "Risk-Takers: The Adventure of Walking by Faith." The Point is: Faith is grounded in obedience to God's Word. 

Today, discover the transformative power of leadership rooted in faith as we guide you through lessons from biblical stories and personal experiences. Learn how transparency, honesty, and a reliance on God form the foundation of true leadership. In the second half of today's episode, we'll be talking with Megan Nilsen, a life coach and author, who shares her heartfelt journey from the challenges of early motherhood to adopting two children from Ethiopia. Her story offers profound insights on navigating the complexities of adoption, finding strength in faith, and the importance of shared spiritual goals in a marriage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rev Jon Reynolds preaches on Matthew 6:19-21 The post “Rooted In Faith: Rooted With Gratitude” appeared first on First United Methodist Church-Brighton & Whitmore Lake.

Join Pastor Kelsey and Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams for a timely and important conversation about how our faith can guide our vote, particularly when it comes to values around Reproductive Justice. About SACReD: SACReD (SACReD Alliance of Communities for Reproductive Dignity) is a national alliance of multiracial, multifaith, multiethnic, mixed gender and sexual identity religious leaders, congregations, movement organizations, activists, academics, and directly impacted communities collaborating to advance Reproductive Justice through congregational education, culture change, community building, and direct service.Join SACReD for their Woven Together educational series: https://www.sacreddignity.org/2024/08/24/woven-together-registration-open/Learn more about Reproductive Justice here: http://www.sistersong.net/A note about Womanism:Womanism is a concept created by Alice Walker: The womanish girl exhibits willful, courageous, and outrageous behavior that is considered to be beyond the scope of societal norms. A woman who loves other women, sexually and/or nonsexually. Appreciates and prefers women's culture, women's emotional flexibility ... and women's strength. ... Committed to survival and wholeness of entire people, male and female. Not a separatist, except periodically, for health ... Loves music. Loves dance. Loves the moon. Loves the Spirit ... Loves struggle. Loves the folk. Loves herself. Regardless. Womanist is to feminist as purple is to lavender.About AngelaAngela Tyler-Williams (She/Her) is proud to serve as the Co-Executive Director for Movement Building at SACReD. Angela is a queer pastor ordained by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) into her call to engage people of faith to speak publicly and politically in support of reproductive health, rights, and justice and LGBTQIA+ equality. Angela holds a Master of Divinity from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. The Center for American Progress named Angela as one of the 22 Faith Leaders to Watch in 2022. Angela learned about faith-based community organizing and building people power to create positive social change from the Industrial Areas Foundation. In her free time, Angela volunteers as a clergy counselor with Faith Aloud Talkline. She finds life in experiencing music, listening to podcasts, exploring creation, and engaging in theological discussions that go off the beaten path.Connect with us!Donate today and support our work!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Join our FREE bookclubCheck out our website for various resources - including devotionals, journaling prompts, and even curriculumGet some Lady Preacher Podcast swag!Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

Embrace the responsibility of reading God's Word and internalizing it. Remember, all His promises are yes and amen. Let Him establish you in these yes and amen truths, removing any doubt from your heart and mind. As you learn to believe the Word, it will settle deeply within you, solidifying your identity. When attacks come, use your unshakeable faith to prevent God's promises from being stolen! (7/10/2024 - Apostle Tom Kehres)

Pastor Brianna teaches on seeking a Jesus-centered faith.

Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, each teach us different aspects of serving God and how to have Faith Rooted in God. In this stand alone episode. Andrew, Khaynisa and Selvin take us through the lessons we can learn from 3 Generations.

Petter Enns is the author of Curve-Ball. He narrates his journey of questioning his very existence and... God's. It seemed like Evolution threw him a curve-ball that rocked his Fear-based Faith. Peter is the host of The Bible For Normal People Podcast https://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/ Christian Podcast BELIEF-O-METER: ⁠⁠https://www.christianpodcast.com⁠⁠ CHRISTIAN PODCAST MERCH & APPAREL: ⁠⁠https://www.christianpodcast.com/shop/⁠⁠ DOWNLOAD OUR APP: ⁠⁠https://www.christianpodcast.app⁠⁠ FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/BETOGUDINO⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@betogudino⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@xtianpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/christianpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/XtianPodcast/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/xtianpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/xtianpodcast/⁠⁠ ADD CHRISTIAN PODCAST CHANNEL ON ROKU TV: ⁠⁠https://channelstore.roku.com/de-de/details/c32b2ed51da0fcd2096003289b059377/christian-podcast⁠⁠ SPONSORS: Soundstripe Royalty Free Music | Copyright Safe Music, SFX & Video Enter Promo Code: ChristianPodcast for a 10% Discount in your subscription. ⁠⁠https://soundstripe.com?fpr=christianpodcast⁠⁠ SUPPORT OUR SHOW If you find this content helpful, your direct support is welcomed Venmo: @christianpodcast or become a monthly supporter and get a Free Mug: ⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/xtianpodcast/support⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xtianpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xtianpodcast/support

We see God's plan of salvation very clearly from the pages of the Bible right from the beginning of Genesis. Let's look at the sovereign hand of God over the prophecies that were fulfilled in Christ and the ones that are still pending to be fulfilled 

2016 CCDA National Conference — Los Angeles WorkshopBiblical Justice Through Faith-Rooted Organizing and Advocacy — Michelle Warren, Gullermo Torres, and Alexia Salvatierra

With so many injustices, small and great, across the world and right at our doorstep, what are people of faith to do? Alexia Salvatierra has developed a model of social action that is rooted in the values and convictions born of faith. Together with theologian Peter Heltzel, this model of “faith-rooted organizing” offers a path to meaningful social change that takes seriously the command to love God and to love our neighbor as ourself. Join Shane Claiborne and Alexia Salvatierra for a discussion of her book, Faith-Rooted Organizing. RLC needs your help - please complete a listener survey: https://tinyurl.com/rlc-podcast    For more on Alexia, visit her website Alexia's new book, Buried Seeds, will be out later this year To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

1. The Necessity of Faith -vs. 1-8, 18-22--2. The Sign of Faith -vs. 9-17--3. The Continuity of Faith -vs. 23-25-

Hi y'all! In this episode Tori and I talk about how going through trials can often reveal if we are putting our trust in the Lord or in something else!Bible App Plan: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/19630-overcomer-finding-strength-in-hard-seasons/day/2Help us keep this Podcast ad free by supporting us on Patreon!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themastersfamFind us on YouTube and IG:YouTube- https://youtube.com/c/ToriMastersTori's- https://www.instagram.com/torimasters/Chad's- https://www.instagram.com/chadmasters/Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/morningswiththemasters

This episode continues to explore John 1:1-18, examining verses 14-16 and considering the reality that Christianity is a faith that is rooted in fact.

Lead Pastor, Pat Mulcahy closes our sermon series entitled, "Rooted in Jesus— Real Life Faith".

In celebration of ServeHere's new Executive Director, we're sharing a little bit about the non-profit's journey to helping college students discover their ministry. ServeHere has impacted the lives of so many college students and non-profit partners, but God is always the driver. In the short time we have together today, we share a story of a stranger at a coffee shop, and how she reminded us of why we remain passionate about this work. When the world is loud and confusing, you can take refuge in the fact that God is working. Through your work, through your heart, and even through strangers. This is the episode to share with someone who is looking for a place to pour into college students, to financially partner with, or for those of you out there trying to understand how to bridge the gap between the college bubble and the rest of the world. Regardless of why you're here, our prayer is that you believe in the gifts you have to share with the world. They're purposeful, and needed. Powered by ServeHere: A non-profit mobilizing a generation of faith to be on mission everywhere. Become a ServeHere donor: www.servehere.org This podcast was edited by Cristian Farias. Music by Brian Phillips: http://www.rattletrapaudio.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dear-graduate/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dear-graduate/support

Make sure The finished work of Christ is the foundation of your faith and not anything else!

The Gospel of Luke shows us that our faith in Jesus Christ is rooted in history. In the same way that history can verify something of the life of Caesar Augustus, Cleopatra, Winston Churchill, or Abraham Lincoln, Luke wrote an accurate, orderly, historically true account of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Therefore, it can be believed with confidence. What Luke writes is both historically and theologically true.

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Series: N/AService: Sunday Morning WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Kevin Kasparek

Series: Rooted Message Title: Rooted in Love, Rooted in Faith New Life Christian Center newlifecc.com info@newlifecc.com 209-667-5433

Series: Rooted Message Title: Rooted in Love, Rooted in Faith New Life Christian Center newlifecc.com info@newlifecc.com 209-667-5433

Christians often treat Reason as an enemy of faith. From science and philosophy to psychology and questioning, we demonize those who use their minds as opponents of faith. But Jesus commands us to love God with all our minds. So what does that look...

How do we come to know God? Not just know about God, but experience a deep, personal relationship with our creator? There are four major sources of faith. Which are you employing? Which might God be using to call you to a deeper faith?

Dom continued our series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we looked at the role of the Holy Spirit in birthing, empowering and transforming the church for the sake of the world. Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom continued our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we looked at the aspect of Christian faith concerning Jesus’ return to “judge the living and the dead.” Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom continued our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we looked at the heart of the Christian faith—the resurrection. We learnt the implications of Jesus’ resurrection: that He is Active, Alive and Ascended! Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom continued our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we learnt that the Christian God is one who serves us, and teaches us how to serve one another. As we become awoken to the love of Jesus, we are invited to serve, both in the church and in the world. Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom continued our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we learnt that sin is a destructive force that can often go underplayed in a culture of people who don’t believe they need saving. Yet we believe that God’s Spirit is doing the ongoing work of to remind us of the destructive and deceptive patterns of sin in our lives, and that salvation is not merely a momentary experience, but an ongoing way of life as we continually surrender to the ways of Jesus. Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom continued our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we looked at the next part of the creed: "We believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord… For us men and women and for our salvation, he came down from heaven…” Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Dom kicked off our new series called "Anchored: A Life of Faith Rooted on an Ancient Creed." Together we looked at the first line of the creed: "We believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth." Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast here.Listen to this podcast via Soundcloud.Watch the video on YouTube.

Message by JD Mangrum on 12/02/18. Luke 1:26-38 Visit Us Online

10/07/18 - Pastor Kevin Vance Call To Worship Matthew 5:14-16 "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”   The Passage - James 2:14-17 Sermon Title - True Faith Loves Vs. 14 - False Faith Vs. 15–16 - An Example of False Faith Vs. 17 - Faith Rooted in Nothing Benediction Ephesians 6:23-24 “Peace be to you and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with love incorruptible.”

Jared Millican • Mark 11:20-11:25

"It's all gonna burn anyways." Raise your hand if you've heard this from someone in or near church before. The thing is, it actually is burning and this is not God's original dream for our earth. We each are called to "serve and protect" God's beautiful earth. Join us for our monthly Bible study in a bar - we'll be in the upper room at Century. Grab a pint or a ginger ale and some nachos and lean in with us as we look at integrated, holistic opportunities to care for creation and love our neighbors.

Rev. Alexia Salvatierra is the founder and “madrina” of the Faith-Rooted Organizing UnNetwork. She is a Lutheran Pastor with over 35 years of experience in community ministry, including church-based service and community development programs, congregational and community organizing, and legislative advocacy. She is the author with Dr. Peter Heltzel of Faith-Rooted Organizing: Mobilizing the Church in Service to the World. She has been a national leader in the areas of working poverty and immigration for over 20 years, including the co-founding of the national Evangelical Immigration Table. In this episode of RePlacing Church, she joins me to discuss: What is faith-rooted organizing How to be wise as serpents and gentle as doves Why organizers need to appeal to more than people’s self-interest for social change Why faith-rooted organizing needs to be open sourced The compassion of Jesus The questions we must ask as we pursue “justice in the process” *Get your free RePlacing Church Resource List, a guide to being and becoming the church in the neighborhood. SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW the RePlacing Church Podcast on iTunes, or listen on Stitcher, Google Play, or Podbean. Sign up for RePlacing Church updates at www.replacingchurch.org. Like on Facebook, Follow on Instagram. Episode Song Credits: "Another Wrong to Right" and "You Won't Walk Alone" by Mercir. "Closed" by Zadok Wartes. Used with Permission. Production Assistance by Nate Tubbs.

Colossians 1:15-23