How many today realize that George Williams was the Billy Graham of the 19th Century? Whenever he crossed the Atlantic Ocean, he made a point of personally sharing Christ and giving out literature to everyone on the ocean liner. Powerful movements, especially those touching youth, can usually be traced to one visionary individual who sets the “genetic code” … [Read more...] about Sir George Williams, founder of the YMCA
Mission
Engaging in the mission of the church, to share the good news of Jesus to our neighbours and to the world. Encouraging those who are being persecuted for their faith, and coming alongside those ministering in the name of Jesus.
Intersectional theory impacting sharing the Gospel
Have you ever wondered what is going on with so much discussion around who is more marginalized and victimized? It is hard to have a conversation that focuses on aspects of race, gender, sexuality or ethnicity without bumping into the ‘victim’ card. The reason for all this is the rise of intersectional theory. No longer do facts and reality determine objective truth – rather … [Read more...] about Intersectional theory impacting sharing the Gospel
Is mission a thing?
By John Hall Is mission a “thing”? In many cases, we use mission in a sentence like we refer to a sport. For example, if we say, “I’m going to play volleyball,” volleyball is used as a noun. In a similar way, someone might say, “I’m going on a mission trip.” Now I’m not great with grammar, but I do recall that in elementary school they learned me that a noun is a person, … [Read more...] about Is mission a thing?
Dr. Livingstone left his heart in Africa
Dr. David Livingstone originally trained as a missionary doctor to China. When that door closed because of the opium wars, Livingstone ended up in Cape Town, South Africa. Having received the Royal Geographic Society’s highest golden medal, Livingstone lived in an era where no occupation was more admired than that of an African explorer. Sir Roger … [Read more...] about Dr. Livingstone left his heart in Africa
The context for discipleship
By John Hall Mission Central will be initiating more conversations about what it means to be a disciple in the coming years, as we try to bring about a shift in our understanding of mission. We are interested in discipleship because it is fundamentally tied to mission. What we mean is that we serve a God who is on mission. His love compels him to reach into creation … [Read more...] about The context for discipleship