What if being the Church was less about attending a building and more about becoming a people who live like Jesus, right where they are? This is at the heart of the Canvas Network, where I have the pleasure of serving on the board. The Canvas Network is reimagining what missional community can look like today. Through pioneering initiatives, experimentation and partnerships, they seek to empower ordinary people to become the Church in their neighbourhoods, particularly throug

It's easy to speak about bringing the Kingdom of God into our communities—but what does that actually look like in practice? Recently, my friend Connie Jakab shared an update about what God is doing in her neighbourhood. I hope her story inspires you: People often ask me, "How's the church going?" I never quite know how to answer. Because what God is building in Ogden doesn't fit neatly into the categories we usually use. We're not simply trying to grow a Sunday service. We'

My name is John Glow, and my wife Lisa and I recently had the privilege of spending several days with Ian and Judith Green for a coaching retreat. It was an incredibly valuable and meaningful experience. We have known Ian and Judith for more than 35 years. They have been mentors, trusted friends, and ministry partners throughout our journey. For many years, they visited Excel Church annually to minister to our congregation, and it has been a privilege to support them and part

PAIS partners with churches around the world, equipping and sending teams of young apprentices to help churches reach their communities while developing the next generation of Christian leaders. Welcome to the Pais Movement Would Your Church Host a PAIS Team? PAIS can provide your church with a full-time team of 3–5 apprentices for one year or longer. These teams support local outreach, discipleship, and youth ministry while helping build a Kingdom-focused culture. PAIS will:

As I celebrate my 70th birthday this week, I’m delighted to share a special gift with you: the launch of my Sermon Podcast - Faith in Action. This collection brings together 50 years of ministry, featuring 10 sermon series that explore topics from finances to energizing your faith. Whether you’ve been a Christian for many years or are new to faith, I hope you’ll find something here that both encourages and challenges you. Some of you may even have been in the room when these

Craig and Rachel Bird founded the Restore Collective in 2015, a registered charity based in Atherstone, North Warwickshire. From the start, Restore has been driven by a simple vision: to help people thrive. At the heart of their work is a commitment to connection, belonging, and community. At the end of last year, they celebrated their 10th anniversary—a milestone reflecting a decade of faithful presence and impact. We had the pleasure of hosting Craig and Rachel in our home