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David Chatelier, Sr. Pastor of Canterbury Baptist Church in Melbourne, Australia continues his thoughts on connecting with God through community in this post. He writes:
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David writes: "Is Jesus THE only way to God? Can God be crucified? Is the cross the supreme sign of grace and glory?"
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David Chatelier, Sr. Pastor of Canterbury Baptist Church in Melbourne, Australia, comments on the Roman vs, Celtic models of church life.
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I developed the following post and it's predecessor to help youth ministry volunteers and professionals have an introduction to a "rule of life." I try to de-mystify this ancient practice and encourage it's use in helping fo
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The experience of one church with a different 'take' on developing an effective youth ministry. I found this an interesting and thought-provoking read.
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This year's Unleash Conference from NewSpring Church is now online. You can now watch the main sessions online for free and download notes from the breakout sessions.
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David Chatelier, senior pastor of Canterbury Baptist Church in Melbourne, postulates on the value a collaborative approach to sermon preparation would be. He writes...
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The article has some great information about leading - including the following gem: “The people who turn out to be the best leaders are those who have previously been the best followers.”
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’ve created a Muxtape account with the sole intent of storing a stellar mix of theological-type lectures. This is where you come in. I need you to leave a comment with a link to your favorite theological lecture in mp3 format.
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I tried to link this article to plugrug and was unsuccessful so I thought I would do it this way and share the information with all of you. It is interesting what influence media is having in our world today.
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Allegory of relationship with Christ.
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Incredible clip from ER that explains the truth of how Post-modern answers won't do. A good clip to show your student leaders.
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Ken Wilson and conservationist Carl Safina (President, Blue Ocean Institute) have recently teamed up to organize The Friendship Project: Building Bridges Between Science and Faith. The project's goal is to foster relationship an
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This is an article excerpt from a great teaching material on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, and has a great free 3-page download with it. The resource itself explains characteristics of the addiction and brings to light both the physica
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In his blog, David Chats, David Chatelier, Senior Pastor of Canterbury Baptist Church in Melbourne, Australia, comments on distinctions some churches make between believers and pre-believers who attend their churches. He writes..
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It was bound to happen. At least this is better than the Christian DDR......We started implementing something like this this summer. Our youth group...Great information, this post was so informative. Thanks
I am sure this is one of a range of things that makes a site effective....Amen brother! I'm glad someone finally said it....